Tag Archive for: exercising freedom
What Made Me Decide to Delete My Dating Apps
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I prayed about it. I also asked my church mentor and family for advice, and they were supportive. But after 1 1⁄2 years of being on dating apps and going on dating events, I have decided that these are not for me.
In Praise of Sabbath: On Letting Go
One summer, my family wrangled our carry-ons from Uganda onto a plane bound for six months stateside.
I felt conflicted over this long break, as I tend to find my identity deeply in usefulness and purpose and work.
3 Myths About Freedom
We think that if we have just enough power, assert enough of our rights, and clarify our wants, freedom will come.
But in reality, being free to do whatever we like, whenever we like, rarely makes us feel truly free.
When What I Do Causes Someone to Stumble
I enjoy a free and clear conscience when it comes to drinking alcohol (in moderation, of course).
But my husband doesn’t drink alcohol. His family has a history of alcoholism, and because of that and other factors, he’s decided to not drink alcohol at all.