There was a time in my life when I felt stuck. From the outside, things looked fine. I loved my job, I had a good routine, and I was living out many of the responsibilities entrusted to me. But deep down, there was a stirring — a gentle, persistent whisper that said, “You were made for more.”

In recent years, I have noticed that screen time has become a crutch for me. I was spending more time than I was willing to admit on my phone or computer, but this past Lent, I finally committed to seriously trying to change that.

A couple of summers ago, my husband and I loaded our bags into the car’s trunk, mounted our road bicycles on the roof, and headed out for a road trip. Little did I know that it would be a memorable experience that taught me the importance of perseverance.

Discovering that you’re expecting, by birth or adoption, can bring a whole range of emotions: excitement, fear, wonder, joy, stress. If you’re a working soon-to-be mom, you’ll have the added challenge of navigating time away from work while caring for your new child.

May is Mental Health Month, established in 1949 to promote mental wellness. Seeking support for mental health challenges can feel overwhelming, perhaps even shameful to some. However, there is a wide variety of support choices available, and the right fit for everyone’s mental wellness may look different.