You know that gnawing feeling when you lie down after an argument? It’s like trying to sleep while balancing a boulder on your chest. That’s the emotional weight I’m talking about. Unresolved conflict doesn’t just disappear when we pull the covers over our heads—it lingers, festers, and digs deep. For many of us, the day […]
Forgiveness is one of the most powerful tools we have as human beings, yet it’s often the hardest to use. We carry the weight of pain, betrayal, anger, and resentment, and sometimes it feels impossible to put that burden down. You might be wondering, “Why should I forgive? What if the person doesn’t deserve it?” […]
It’s interesting to observe how the holiday season can make us feel more alone. For those of us who feel its bite instead of its embrace, the idea that we “should” be happy, prosperous, and share meals surrounded by friends and family feels like a fairy tale. Even when we do enjoy rewarding relationships, engage […]
My answer to the question “Do you believe in life after death?” shocked everyone. Originally Published on https://stangoldbergwriter.com/
It should have been a simple event. There should have been no stress, just relaxed fun with a group I enjoy spending time with. On deck was a small (35-40 person) supper staffed by a seasoned group of volunteers. Planning meetings were perfunctory; supply lists were drawn up, assignments were selected, and with one week […]
The difference between forgiveness vs. acceptance. Should you forgive or accept people who have hurt you? When someone hurts you, it’s not unusual for you to feel hurt, angry, perhaps betrayed and even bitter toward that person. Do you have a hard time forgiving people who have wronged you? Does giving mercy seem too easy […]
Officials from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) assert–with absolute certainty–that I and millions of others will experience soul-crushing losses within the next few weeks because of the coronavirus. Those of us who survive must wrestle with how to prepare for the empty spaces the disease will create in our lives. Anger will do little […]
