Dear Ones who struggle with doubt or aspects of depression, I am drawn to share with you today as one who has suffered the disconcerting fog of self-doubt and depression. I know the depth and despair of it. I do. Dare I admit having felt envy for those who have passed on thinking, “How fortunate for them; they are free.” Such was one of the kinder thoughts. Far worse was the ongoing monologue of self-condemnation and dismissal of any valuable reason for my life. People are o

They’re everywhere—acronyms standing for conditions that disrupt well-being. Here’s some examples. I’m sure you’ve heard similar ones. “Uh-oh, my OCD is starting to kick in.” “He’s so ADD, I can barely have a conversation with him.” “If I don’t take X, my ADHD goes off the charts.” “She’s been out for a week. Her PTSD is doing a number on her.” I am vying for an acronym of another kind—one that stands for something empowering—one that leads to the healing of the aforementione