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Luella’s pened thoughts on topics relating to emotional fullfillment and personal achievement. New posts weekly.
Marriage Was Never About What I Was Getting
I have always known that marriage is a kind of dying to self, at least in theory, but this time it really touched me.
Before You Fix Your Spouse, Look in the Mirror
In my work as a family and marriage therapist, the surface argument is rarely the real issue. There is usually a deeper current running underneath the conflict.
What We Ask For
On some days, I listen to the daily homily or the readings, and they go in one ear and out the other. Then there are other days when I actually need to stop and think.
What Does February Mean to You?
What does February mean to you? What is the first thought that comes to mind when I say the word February?
Adam and Eve – The Greatest Love Story Yet
For many people, Adam and Eve immediately bring to mind original sin and the beginning of everything that went wrong. But that wasn’t where my mind was headed.
Love Is a Decision, Not a Feeling
I recently spoke at a men’s wellness gathering, and before I said anything else, I asked the room a simple question. Who here is married? Who is divorced? Who is widowed? Who is single? Men’s lives are rarely simple, yet many of the struggles they face are quite...
When Self-Reflection Stops Being Helpful
Everyone who comes into my office has good intentions. Typically, they seek to become better individuals, live more fulfilling lives, or enhance their relationships.
What Makes a Good Family?
On December 28th, we observed the feast of the Holy Family, so I thought it fitting to write a post to reflect more on family. I would love to ask all my subscribers this question to see how you would respond. What, to you, makes a good family? First, let me take a...
Looking Ahead to a Wider Conversation
As this year comes to an end, I’m not thinking much about resolutions. What I’m noticing, instead, is that life feels more precious than it once did.