‘Sometimes anger may give some kind of immediate support, some kind of strength and power, but in the long run it doesn’t. There’s always some fear behind it.’ Geshe Tashi Tsering

A little backstory about myself: I’m 39 years old. From a young age, I began dabbling in drugs, and before I knew it, my life had spiraled into 14 years of addiction involving drugs, alcohol, sex, gambling, and anything else that could numb the pain. About three and a...

I am a 34-year-old single mother of three children. Growing up, I was often told that children were a blessing to those who had them, but as I became a mother myself, I found that statement more complex than I had imagined. When I was 24, I gave birth to twins, and at...

I have always been more of a talker than a writer when it comes to my emotions. Putting my thoughts and feelings into words has never come easily, but I keep trying. That is why I downloaded the Gratitude app. It helped me express my emotions and move forward through...

Practicing gratitude has impacted my life in so many meaningful ways. It has reduced my stress and anxiety. By focusing on the positive aspects of my life, I’ve noticed a significant decrease in my overall stress levels. Whenever I feel overwhelmed, taking a moment to...