“Words from Behind Bars: Lessons in Accountability, Sobriety, and Personal Growth” Sometimes the most powerful lessons in life come from the most unexpected voices—like those behind bars. I used to work with trustee inmates at the county jail—women who were allowed to work under supervision. One of my crews picked […]
Perception is Everything
Perception Is Everything: How Your Reactions Shape Your Life “Perception is everything. It is not what happens to us that matters, but how we react to what happens.” Life has its ups and downs, doesn’t it? Some days feel smooth and joyful, while others throw us curveballs we never saw […]
What is Domestic Violence
What Is Domestic Violence? “Love does not produce fear. Love is the opposite of fear.“ –D.J. Domestic violence is more than physical harm—it is a pattern of behaviors used by one person to control, dominate, or intimidate another within a close relationship. While often associated with romantic partners, domestic violence […]