stahlmarci

Discovering the healing rhythm God created for every season of life. Have you ever just closed your eyes and listened to all of the sounds around you? The past month has been extra stressful, and I’ve felt very out of sorts. It’s been really hard to navigate through all of my responsibilities, and today, the pressure caught up with me. I sat at my desk to write today’s blog post, and I couldn’t focus. Instead of forcing my thoughts, I closed my eyes and just listened. I heard random birds...

The Unexpected Spiritual Transformation That Followed The Loss Life’s trials have a way of showing us what really matters. Grief changed me in many obvious ways, but one of the biggest shifts has been my relationship with Yahweh and the way I read and understand the Bible. You see, before COVID and Kevin’s diagnosis, which occurred simultaneously, I claimed to be a follower of Christ, but I wasn’t actually living in obedience to what He taught. I identified as a Christian and thought that...

The hidden reason so many widows stay stuck in grief There’s something I want to say that might feel a little uncomfortable and maybe even controversial. The Uncomfortable Truth You are still allowed to want more for your life. Yes, I said it. Even after loss, while you’re still missing him and unsure of what “more” even looks like…it’s okay to want more. Wanting happiness, connection, purpose, or love means you’re still alive. Losing your spouse doesn’t mean that you lose your needs and...