Wounds

When I was 7 years old, I had the bright idea of challenging my uncle’s treadmill to a contest of speed. My challenge to the treadmill: I bet I can run faster than you can spin. With all the confidence in the world, I stepped up onto the treadmill. First, a slow walk. Then, a…

The Standard of Beauty

We hear it all the time, all the cliches;  love yourself- look in the mirror and love the person staring back- be happy in your own skin. But how can we learn to love ourselves when we always compare ourselves to others who may seem better. How can we like the person in the mirror…

To my sister struggling with an Eating Disorder

Dear Sister, I see you. I see the ways you keep track of your calories, skip meals, avoid fried food, sweets, breads.   I see how you pretend not to be hungry or occupy your time to avoid/ ignore the hunger.  I see you rush in and out of the bathroom after meals.  I see you…

Marriage: God’s Design or Man’s Design?

On June 26, 2015, Obergefell v. Hodges ruled that the United States of America would recognize same-sex unions as a constitutional right. The Supreme Court of America redefined marriage, and made the claim that this new form of marriage is protected by our Constitution. The judges who voted “yes” claimed that it was legal under…

Friends With Benefits

It was a summer in college and I wanted a boyfriend. To change things up, I created an okCupid profile, put my best photos and made myself sound amazing. After a series of first dates that didn’t go anywhere, I get a message from this charming and attractive young guy. He asked me to meet…

From Living the Dream to Hitting Rock Bottom…Again and Again

My journey towards truth and fulfillment can best be described as a seemingly endless cycle of rise and fall. It was tough, but this is what I’ve learned. I can trace this all the way back to middle school. This is when the concept of image really started to creep into my life. At this…

Reproductive Rights? #YouKnowMe

A large and victorious step forward for pro-life policy in our country has kicked up a cultural and political storm in the past two weeks. Following the recent pro-life legislation in Alabama, Twitter, Instagram, and other social media platforms are buzzing with women who are sharing their stories of having an abortion with the hashtag…

More than Animals

During a chastity talk, a young man asked me, “What are we supposed to do with our animal instincts?”, as if to say we’re not any different than animals, and can do whatever we want. I will not forget the sinking feeling in my heart. This young man saw his own sexual desires as no…