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7 Ways Keeping a Journal Can Make You a Better Human
I’ve always kept a journal. Only recently have I come to realize what a lifegiving practice it is. Here are 7 great reasons to make it part of your life.

Cara McLauchlan
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Do This When You Need to Be Reminded of Good Things
We all struggle. But how do you stay reminded of the good things in your life? Here's how I stay focused on the good stuff in life.

Cara McLauchlan
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The Greatest Mom Quality of All Time
My mom was a vixen. But beyond her beauty and cooking skills like Julia Child, was a better quality. Here's her story of listening well.

Cara McLauchlan
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The Secret to Adventure
One good question revealed more adventure for me. Here's my story about how a secret wilderness path led me to new discoveries.

Cara McLauchlan
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5 Surprising Things I Learned on a Mission Trip
Despite having almost nothing to contribute on a mission trip, I learned all that mattered is I had a willing heart. Here’s my story.

Cara McLauchlan
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25 Renewing Spring Things
Spring invites us to come out and play. With all things blooming, here are a few simple ideas to renew your heart this season.

Cara McLauchlan
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How To Listen As If Your Life Depends On It
I long for God’s words but can’t quiet my mind long enough to hear from Him. Here’s three ways I’m learning to listen well.

Cara McLauchlan
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3 Ways to Slow Down with Scripture
When I read the Psalms, they slow me down. Here are three ways that invite the best me, through the calming work of scripture.

Cara McLauchlan
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5 Simple Ways to Make Your Meals Memorable
How can you turn the ordinary "what's for dinner?" into something a bit extra? Here are a few easy ideas to try around your table.

Cara McLauchlan
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Your Invitation to Make Friends with Winter
Even though it's not easy - there is a lot to love about winter. Here are some thoughts to encourage you to make friends with winter.

Cara McLauchlan
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50 Cheery Winter Things for You
What's cheering you on? I decided to make a list of all the life-giving winter things to remind myself of what's good no matter the season.

Cara McLauchlan
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A Sweet Little Christmas Story for You
What does it look like to live out Emmanuel, God with us? Here's a sweet story of a Mary that showed me how to live this out with her life.

Cara McLauchlan
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A Few Kind Reminders for Your Heart at Christmas
Ever feel like the holidays are too much? Me too. Here are some kind reminders that I created for my heart in hopes they encourage you too.

Cara McLauchlan
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All Things Advent for You
How do you Advent? Here is a collection of all my favorite Advent goodies, along with a few new resources I'm enjoying this season.

Cara McLauchlan
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One Simple Prayer for Thanksgiving
When I can't quiet my heart, I allow the words of others to be my calming prayer. Here is a favorite to turn to in the busy seasons.

Cara McLauchlan
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14 Encouraging Practices For You
As we head into the holidays, here are 14 encouraging practices. We all need reminding of good things, starting within each of us.

Cara McLauchlan
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Finding Calm in the 23rd Psalm
When I can't sleep, I think of Psalm 23. As we head into the season ahead, here's your invitation to discover it's renewing calm once again.

Cara McLauchlan
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Your Invitation to Be a Beginner
Being a beginner is so much fun - you don't have to know it all while pursuing something you love. Where are you a beginner in your life?

Cara McLauchlan
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How to Be the Light Wherever You Are
My heart is longing for light right now. As I share this, I'm reminding myself that we can always share the light right where we are.

Cara McLauchlan
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3 Good Questions About What's Your Calling
What's your calling? I wish I knew with certainty. Here are three questions I'm considering to answer that question.

Cara McLauchlan
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