Too often we measure our self-worth by how many “points” we are putting up on a scoreboard. But self-worth is a gift, not a game. In this post I draw on some wisdom from Henri Nouwen.

There are two kinds of guilt: one that leads you to God and one that leads you away. Henri Nouwen takes a look at a guilt that leads you away from God. A reflection on his book, Show Me The Way.

In my encounters with people who struggle finding God, five themes regularly surface.

Has a personal setback recently put you on the sidelines of life, making you feel disconnected and discouraged? Do you often feel as though you may never fully regain what was lost or return to the path you once knew? Explore valuable principles of recovery and healing from “crash and burn” experiences through this insightful series of posts designed to guide and encourage you.

When you hit rock bottom after a crash and burn experience, you may feel like you are in exile. But exile isn't a dead end—it's a new beginning. Learn how this period of separation from your old life offers a fresh perspective and helps you rebuild your relationship with God.

When self-destruction hits, why is exile essential? Learn how this period of separation helps you break cycles, start over, and transform your past into a powerful comeback story.

What do you do when a good friend or family member is on course to crash and burn? How far do you go to help them? Learn crucial steps to taking in helping people to recover.

If you've hit rock bottom, there's a way back. Discover 5 essential steps to recover from a crash and burn, rebuild credibility, and begin your journey to a comeback.

Does shame make you sabotage good things in your life? Discover how self-sabotage and accepting less stem from deep-seated shame—and find hope for a spiritual reset.

Should you forgive your abuser? Will it make you vulnerable to further abuse? This post shows how forgiveness actually gives you the ability to distance yourself from your abuser and move on.

In this series on how to apologize well, I look at four components of an effective apology. In this post I look at how to ask for forgiveness.

Is it possible to forgive everything? Is anything unforgivable? This post explores the question.

Setting boundaries in a relationship is an art. This post discusses four types of boundaries to have based on the relationship you are in. Good boundaries enable you to forgive your offenders.