Category: Spirituality & Religion
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What I’m Giving Up for Lent This Year: Online Shopping, Uber Eats, and Autopilot Living
Lent has a way of arriving quietly. One day it’s New Year’s, the next it’s Ash Wednesday and I’m thinking about what to give up for Lent in a life built almost entirely on convenience. So this year, that means online shopping and Uber Eats, and DoorDash. Not out of guilt or financial…
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Reflecting on Lent: Giving Up Alcohol and Finding Clarity
With today being Ash Wednesday, I’ve been thinking about Lent and the idea of sacrifice. This year, I decided to give up alcohol. At first, I didn’t think it would feel like a real sacrifice. I don’t drink every day and I’m not reckless. But as the weeks go on,…
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Finding My Way: Faith, Growth, and Moving Differently
There’s a quote I keep coming back to: “A Bible that is falling apart tends to belong to someone who isn’t.” It made me think about my own relationship with religion. For a long time, I asked God for guidance, signs, and answers, expecting them instantly. I treated faith like…