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Life Changes

Adjusting to Life With Chronic Illness

Chronic illness experts, professional grief counselors, and mental health specialists offer practical tips, helpful resources and general principles to help navigate life with chronic illness.

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Caregiving From a Distance

How can you help when your elderly mother or father who lives many miles away?

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Choosing the Right Job for the Right Reason

When choosing a vocation Christians must weigh their priorities very carefully, because when we are out of God’s priority guidelines, we are out of His will.

Coming Out of “Parenting Retirement”

Your son or daughter may have left home, but don’t forget that once a parent, always a parent.

Debunking First-Time Parenting Myths

As if the stress of being new parents isn’t enough! We’re setting the records straight on several misconceptions about pregnancy and early parenthood.

Developing a Job Search Strategy

Looking to make a career change? Develop a strategy to ensure this stressful time will benefit you and your family

Grief, Trauma or Depression?

Strong feelings of sadness almost always occur following the death of a close friend or family member. But what happens when these feelings don’t subside?

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Living With Chronic Pain and Illness

Chronic illnesses cause profound physical, emotional, relational and spiritual pain. Discover the keys to living well with a chronic illness.

Making a Career Change

If you’re thinking about making a career change, consider using this plan to satisfy yourself personally and professionally.

Making Ends Meet

While looking for a job, seek help from these sources rather than credit cards.

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Managing Stress When Caregiving

Becoming a caregiver involves major changes that can easily feel overwhelming. Consider these suggestions to help ease the emotional and physical strain.

Ministering Effectively to the Chronically Ill

Experts encourage churches and individuals to listen and give the “gift of presence” to the chronically ill. Learn what to say to help.

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Ministering to the Prodigal Son (or Daughter)

How do you parent in the face of some interesting (and possibly foolish) decisions on the part of your child?

Practical Tips for Parents-to-Be

Practical Tips for Parents-To-Be

Seasoned parents have a wealth of “been-there-done-that” advice to offer. Read on for suggestions that are sure to get you headed in the right direction.

Preparing for Parenthood’s Financial Squeeze

The cost of caring for a new baby is intimidating. The good news? Raising children doesn’t have to be as expensive as you think.

Remaining Positive When Facing a Chronic Illness

Rebuilding your life with chronic illness begins by seeking God, forgiving others, eliminating toxic relationships, taking risks, identifying your talents and sharing them with others.

Story: Caring for Mom

Jean Hoffmann tells about her challenges and rewards of providing day-to-day care for an elderly parent.

Story: Leaving for College

Letting go wasn’t easy for Phil and Cheri Straw. It became even harder when their college-bound daughter changed career plans.

Telling Young Children About Miscarriage

I’m eager to tell my two young daughters that I’m pregnant, but I’m concerned I may miscarry. When is the best time to tell my daughters about the pregnancy, and what should I say if a miscarriage occurs?

Thriving in Your Second Half of Life

Feeling overwhelmed by your new parenting role? Sifting through your mixed emotions might reveal some practical answers.