Let’s talk about this societal concept called “seeking attention.”
Read moreHer Lighthouse: A poem for the one who needs support
Her Lighthouse
the depths of her surfacing emotions are oceanic — her current joys tide
in and out
as she gasps for air —
fresh air.
I’m Going Back to Peru to Teach English!
Friends,
As I write to you today, God continues to work within me, to sanctify me, to heal me and to call me.
Read moreHow to Maintain Mindful Social Media Use while Social Distancing in 3 Easy Steps
Let’s play quick a game. Raise one hand. (Do it — if you dare.)
Put a finger down if your screen time has gone up in the past month.
Put a finger down if you have posted on social media sometime during the current coronavirus outbreak (could be a static post, Story or even an instant message).
Put a finger down if you have watched a TikTok video (or 100+) in the past month. (Maybe you have watched so many that you actually understand where I got my idea for this intro…)
Put a finger down if you have scrolled on social media in the past four hours.
Put a finger down if you have been wanting to do something specific while at home (i.e. read a book, exercise, watch a new movie or play a game) but have chosen to pick up your phone instead.
Out of fingers yet? Yeah, me too.
In a world that is entirely stuck in social isolation, how are we supposed to obey state stay-at-home orders, stay connected with friends, keep our mental health in check and still limit our social media use all at the same time?
Read moreTRAVELING AND THE CORONAVIRUS: A pilot daughter’s perspective
Despite a global shortage in toilet paper, hand sanitizer and Clorox wipes, there is absolutely no shortage of opinions voiced on social media regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.
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