The Refining Process
I have a hobby of finding rough rocks and turning them into polished stones. I cut them,shape them, polish them, and refine them to bring out the beauty hidden inside. Over time, I’ve learned that
I have a hobby of finding rough rocks and turning them into polished stones. I cut them,shape them, polish them, and refine them to bring out the beauty hidden inside. Over time, I’ve learned that
Why does spiritual growth feel so painful when I’m trying to change for the better? How can I stay strong when life’s trials feel like fire that’s burning me down instead of refining me? What
There’s a story in the Book of Mormon that’s been on my mind lately. It’s about Lehonti, a Lamanite military leader, and Amalakiah, a Nephite dissenter with a dangerous ambition to rule the Lamanites. Amalakiah
Why do I feel drained and irritable after listening to certain music or podcasts? How can I keep my warrior chemistry strong after a long day at work? What daily habits help me stay positive
Fellow warrior, You just had a loss. I know it hurts. I know how it looks—every strategy you crafted, every safeguard you built, every ounce of effort you poured into this fight… and still, it
Many years ago, my wife and I planted a variety of fruit trees in our backyard in Southern Texas. Two of these trees were tangerine trees that produced the juiciest, sweetest tangerines I’ve tasted. They
The Severe ramblings of an incoherent ADHDer, or better known as an introduction to Kennyland. (Note: this was written by guest blogger Kenny Hill. The post has not been changed from the original and any typos,
Understanding Your Brain’s Chemistry—and How to Reclaim Peace In the fight for self-mastery, understanding your mental and emotional chemistry is crucial. The Chemical Scale is a tool that helps us recognize how subtle emotional and
Have you ever dropped a coin into one of those funnel-shaped donation wells at a museum or zoo? It starts off slow, looping wide around the outer rim. But as it spirals inward, it picks
What is MAN PWR? MAN PWR is a structured daily system of six goals designed to help you live with purpose, align with your values, and win spiritual and emotional battles. It’s built around two
The Evolution of Addiction Recovery/Therapy Over the past century, mental health treatment has progressed from purely behavioral interventions to deeper, more holistic approaches. Early methods focused on behavior management, then expanded to explore internal dialogue
“He will take upon him the pains and the sicknesses of his people. … And he will take upon him their infirmities, that his bowels may be filled with mercy, according to the flesh, that
(written by guest writer A. Kyle Elder, Ph.D., Child Psychologist) We all want to be happy, but few of us are taught how to build a life that actually leads to happiness. We chase goals,
I’ve been reflecting on the life of an older brother. Not that I’ve been one, but through the accounts of others and personal observations. Moving can be hard, but it seems like it’s hardest on
In today’s digital age, many young men face challenges related to sexual self-mastery, particularly in overcoming pornography addiction. The Sons of Helaman program offers a faith-based approach to help these individuals reclaim control over their