Tag: Books
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Permission Slips: Using Poetry to Give Yourself Grace During Difficult Life Seasons
Life doesn’t come with instructions—or a pause button. Some seasons feel heavy, others exhausting, and sometimes, it feels like the world expects more from us than we can give. In these moments, giving yourself grace is a radical act. One of the gentlest, most transformative ways to do that? Poetry. Think of poetry as a…
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How Writing Heals: 5 Ways Poetry Can Calm an Anxious Mind
Anxiety has a way of filling our minds with noise—rushed thoughts, looping worries, and endless “what ifs.” But writing, especially poetry, offers a quiet doorway out of that overwhelm. You don’t have to be a “poet” to benefit. Poetry invites you to slow your breathing, pay attention to the moment, and untangle feelings that feel…
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Thanksgiving Readalouds for Kids
Sharing books is such a simple and joyful way to help kids slow down, notice the good around them, and celebrate the cozy magic of the season. But the real growth often happens after the last page is turned—when you talk together about the characters, the emotions, and the sweet little moments tucked inside the…
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