Blog Post: Breaking Free from the Victim Mentality While Embracing Vulnerability

by Rev. NicoleCoaching, Community, LeadershipPosted on No Comments

Life is full of challenges, and how we respond to those challenges can shape our sense of self, our relationships, and even our spiritual growth. Two key concepts often misunderstood and mistakenly linked are the victim mentality and vulnerability. While they might appear similar, they are profoundly different, and understanding this distinction is critical for …

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Lessons from the School of Hard Knocks Part 1

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Lessons from the School of Hard Knocks: 5 Insights for Ministry As we approach the end of the year, I find myself reflecting on the lessons I’ve learned throughout my 30+ years in ministry. This week, as I coached 11 pastors and church leaders, I was reminded of some truths I’ve picked up along the …

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Meditation for All

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I was introduced to meditation in my 7th grade Confirmation Class. And, while it took me till much later to develop a daily practice, meditation is a cornerstone of my spiritual life. Why? It helps me slow down. It helps me reflect. It enables me to put things in perspective. And most importantly, it helps …

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Big Surprise!

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So, I am a planner. In fact, every day when I meditate I notice the thoughts that most often interrupt my solitude are plans I am making. My practice is to bow to them (instead of fighting or resisting them) and say, “planning”. It’s an acknowledgement. During meditation others may struggle with “feelings”, “pain” or …

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Fall Reflection Pt 1 – Small Groups from Church of the Resurrection Downtown

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Small groups where people develop their faith have been the bedrock of Methodism. We began not as churches but as a movement of small groups. Today less than half of our churches have small groups. Why? One reason is that we are too busy in committee meetings. I experienced this recently when I was told that …

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