I didn’t wake up one day and suddenly “get” ADHD. It’s been with me my whole life—long before I had a name for it. Looking back, I can see it in the half-finished projects, the “I’ll do it later” that turned into never, the report cards that said “smart, but doesn’t focus.” I always thoughtContinue reading “Living with ADHD: How Medication and Therapy Help Me Show Up to My Own Life”
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Christ the King Sunday: Who Has My Allegiance?
Today’s service started like a lot of Sundays do—kids heading out with Miss Twila and the others, ushers coming forward, the offering plates moving up and down the rows. But underneath all the usual church motions, there was a theme that kept coming back around: Who really has my allegiance? Who is my King? AContinue reading “Christ the King Sunday: Who Has My Allegiance?”
God of Second Chances (and Third, and Twentieth)
There were so many nights I thought, Well, that’s it. I’ve blown it for good this time. You know those moments—the ones where you’ve messed up so badly that even you don’t want to look in the mirror. The ones where you’re sure God has finally had enough. Where you’re convinced you used up yourContinue reading “God of Second Chances (and Third, and Twentieth)”
Inner Peace and Love: Learning to Breathe Again
There’s a different kind of quiet than just “no noise.” It’s that calm that shows up in your chest when you finally stop fighting yourself. That’s inner peace. And most of the time, it’s built on one thing we forget to give ourselves: love. Not the movie kind of love. Not the fake social mediaContinue reading “Inner Peace and Love: Learning to Breathe Again”
If I Could Meet Anyone from History: Why I’d Choose 2Pac
If you could meet a historical figure, who would it be and why? Some people say presidents, inventors, or famous leaders. Me? I’d pick Tupac Amaru Shakur—2Pac. Not because he was perfect. Not because I agree with every lyric, every decision, or every headline attached to his name. I’d pick 2Pac because he was honestContinue reading “If I Could Meet Anyone from History: Why I’d Choose 2Pac”
Faith and Recovery – Why I Need Both
I used to think I had to pick one lane. Either I was going to be “the church guy” who just prayed harder…or “the recovery guy” who just went to meetings and did the steps. Now I know the truth:I need both.If I drop either one—my faith or my recovery—things start slipping fast. Church: RememberingContinue reading “Faith and Recovery – Why I Need Both”
Gratitude When Life Still Hurts
Holidays are funny.You see all the pictures online—matching pajamas, smiling kids, big family dinners—and it looks like everyone else is living inside a Christmas movie. Meanwhile, some of us are just trying to make it through the day without breaking down. If that’s you, I want you to know this: you’re not broken because gratitudeContinue reading “Gratitude When Life Still Hurts”
If I Perish, I Perish: How a Sunday Sermon Challenged My Faith and Recovery
Walking into church this morning, it felt like one of those Sundays where the air is already charged before the first song ends. Kids heading one way, ushers moving the other, people shuffling bulletins and coffee cups, “Amen” and “Hallelujah” bouncing around the room. Just a normal Sunday… until it isn’t. Today we walked throughContinue reading “If I Perish, I Perish: How a Sunday Sermon Challenged My Faith and Recovery”
Reflections of Life: A Glimpse into My Journey
Hey everyone, my name is Joshua Bridges I am 40 years old, and I’m excited to share a bit about myself on this blog. I currently live in Lima, Ohio and I’m in my last year and a half of school at Colorado Technical University, where I’m pursuing my Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice.Continue reading “Reflections of Life: A Glimpse into My Journey”
Essential Tips for Taking Care of Your Mental Health
Taking care of your mental health is incredibly important, as it can have a significant impact on your overall well-being. There are many different factors that can affect your mental health, such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and more. It’s important to be aware of these factors and to take steps to manage them inContinue reading “Essential Tips for Taking Care of Your Mental Health”
Finding Hope: Overcoming Drug Addiction and Starting a Fulfilling Life in Recovery
Worldwide, millions of people are affected by drug addiction. It is a complex issue that can be difficult to overcome, but with the right treatment and support, individuals can start the journey towards recovery and lead a fulfilling life. Drug addiction is a chronic disease that affects the brain and behavior. It is characterized byContinue reading “Finding Hope: Overcoming Drug Addiction and Starting a Fulfilling Life in Recovery”
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