When constant scrolling on social media leaves us feeling inadequate, the knowledge of our divine identity offers a powerful shield against self-doubt. Social media, while a great resource and tool in the modern day, is also a trap of seemingly endless scrolling and constant comparisons that fills time but leaves… Continue reading
Applying the characteristics of a good father in our lives can help us develop trust in our relationship with Heavenly Father. Trust can be difficult to develop, and broken trust can seem impossible to mend, but there are tried-and-true principles that can help us achieve the stronger relationships that may… Continue reading
Life can often feel overwhelming, but God is aware of our imperfections. Knowing this truth can make life a wonderful journey of discipleship. Life can often feel like an adventure where surprises, disappointments, and challenges can overwhelm our best efforts. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf makes this exact comparison in his… Continue reading
God wants everyone to be in tune with the sacred music of faith. We get in tune by following Christ’s example and following the Spirit. I’ve played violin since I was ten years old, and the first thing my teacher taught me was how to play in tune. With the… Continue reading
Is speed-reading the scriptures a regular habit? This principle for appreciating art may aid in slowing down and savoring the word of God once again. I dreamed of seeing the painting Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I for almost ten years. When I finally stood in the main room of the… Continue reading
Depression affects everyone at one point or another. When those times hit, we need a reason to hold on, a reason to keep going, a reason to stay. Sometimes life isn’t all we hoped it would be. We face disappointment, fear, and devastation. Sometimes we can’t explain why we’re feeling… Continue reading
In a world filled with various controversies and problems, it can be difficult to know how and where to make a difference. Between politics, riots, and a global pandemic, I’ve found myself in many social situations in the last year that have left me both confused and longing to make… Continue reading
Sometimes, you’ll feel like you are going through the journey of life alone; God promises you aren’t. When I was a freshman in college, a young girl in my home ward took her own life. I hadn’t been very close with her growing up, but we had gone to church… Continue reading
Our bodies are uniquely ours. Here are some ways to view them the way God does. Our world constantly bombards us with images of “perfection.” Instagram models on a beach, makeup ads with acne-free skin, and tabloids advertising the newest weight loss routine all paint a picture of “ideal” bodies… Continue reading
If you struggle to live debt free, these lessons may help. In today’s world, it has become increasingly easy—and often necessary—to go into debt. In fact, according to a study by Experian, young adults saw the greatest increase in average debt in over a decade between the years 2019 and… Continue reading
