Author: Abbey Ordway I know you’ve all read those posts on “how to survive high school” that consist of things like “Just be yourself!” and “Be nice to everyone!” While those things are important, I’ve decided to give you my list of things that helped me survive my first year, and hopefully will help you… Read More
Dear Freshman…
Hurting on the Inside
Author: Anonymous Teen Why are you doing this to yourself? Do you like who you’ve become? It’s only making things worse! Why can’t you see the truth? Do you think this is going to solve anything? These are some of the things I’ve had to say that no one should have to say to their… Read More
Observations from the Dalai Lama
1. Follow the 3 Rs: respect for self, respect for others, responsibility for your actions 2. When you realize you’ve made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it. 3. Open your arms to change, but don’t let go of your values. 4. Not getting what you want is sometimes a wonderful stroke of luck…. Read More
Got Hope?
Author: Fr. Dylan Schrader As a priest, I am frequently a witness to human suffering. So many people are burdened by loneliness, by anger, by guilt and the weight of their sins. Many people feel like life isn’t worth living. Here’s the thing: in a sense, they’re right. I don’t mean that life is really… Read More
Navigating Towards the Narrow Gate
One of my strongest identities growing up was being a coach’s daughter. It was important to both my dad and me that our relationship did not give the impression that I was receiving a free pass in any way. Consequently, I developed daily disciplines—even completing shooting drills in my driveway in unfavorable ninety-degree heat—to ensure… Read More
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