11. The power of standing with people who are struggling with Kari Bartkus
God knows the power of companionship. There are many scriptures that speak to the importance of supporting one another. Having people who stick closer than a brother (Prov 18:24) who weep and rejoice with you and who sharpens you. In Hebrews 10:25 we are told to...
Key to Resilience – Meditation
In this series on Resilience, I have emphasized that resilience isn’t simply an achievement that can be attained. Neither is it a goal reached that no longer needs development. In fact, it’s the opposite. Resilience is the result of disciplines and habits that need...
Key to Resilience – Having Fun
Having fun is often overlooked as a means to build resilience. In 2020 it was among my top 3 recommendations for people when asked how to manage stress. (ps: The other two were rest and stay connected) Having fun is a forgotten skill that I myself have...
Keys to Resilience – Finding Rest
Rest means so much more than relaxing or sleeping when we are tired. There are times when I haven’t worked physically hard, but still feel exhausted. At first, I think I’m being lazy, weak or not strong enough, but really it’s about needing holistic rest. We...