Low self-worth can surprisingly make “enemies” of your friends. How is this possible? In this article I look at the problem with the help of Henri Nouwen and offer some practical advice.

Mourning is not a place to live but a process to move through to a place where life is good again. Henri Nouwen offers his wisdom on how to approach loss.

Cancer can rob you of everything: strength, joy, relationships, life. Some people respond by curling up and waiting for the end. But this is the story of someone who saw her cancer as a gift to inspire many. Death is a gateway, not a wall.

We need a theology of suffering, that is, a view of God and suffering. Our misundertanding of God and suffering leads us to unhealthy places. But Jesus’ ministry helps us understand God’s view of suffering.

Too often we left our emotions or the words of others define our value. But God’s love for us should be what determines our value in this world.

Our tendency is to fix, to cure, to solve. But often our first step should be to care. This is my reflection on a quote by Henry Nouwen on caring vs. caring.

Too many people retire, only to lose focus and a sense of purpose. Maybe retirement should be a time to reset, or re-tire your life for a new venture.