In professional settings, humility is often misunderstood. People hear “humility” and picture someone who avoids eye contact, stays silent in meetings, or lets others take credit. But that’s not humility – that’s passivity. True humility is not about shrinking back. It’s about showing up with honesty, openness, and strength rooted in self-awareness. In the workplace,…
Lent is a season of reflection, sacrifice, and spiritual renewal. It’s a time when we draw closer to God by embracing practices like fasting and mortification—voluntary acts of self-denial meant to align our hearts with Christ. While these practices may seem austere, they carry a profound spiritual gift: they teach us gratitude. In a world…
No relationship is immune to moments of frustration or misunderstanding. Whether it’s a miscommunication with your spouse, a disagreement with a friend, or a challenging phase with your children, relationships require patience. Practicing patience doesn’t mean avoiding conflict or ignoring frustrations—it means choosing to respond with grace, love, and understanding, even when emotions run high….
Life doesn’t always go according to plan. Deadlines slip, prayers seem unanswered, and seasons of uncertainty leave us feeling anxious and out of control. In these moments, the temptation to take matters into our own hands can be overwhelming, but Scripture reminds us that God’s timing is perfect—even when it doesn’t align with our own….
Loving like Christ is at the heart of the Christian life. Jesus calls each of us—married, single, parents, friends, coworkers—to imitate His example of sacrificial, selfless, and unconditional love. “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another.” John…
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy for family relationships to take a back seat. Between work obligations, school activities, technology distractions, and packed schedules, time together often feels like an afterthought. Yet, quality time with family is one of the most essential investments we can make—not only for building strong bonds but also for creating…
If you’ve listened to Fairest Love’s latest podcast: Single, Not Stalled, you’ve probably heard Katie and Monica talking about picking a word and a Saint to set your focus for 2025. This time of year, many of us feel inspired to set goals or resolutions that reflect the changes we hope to see in our…
The start of a new year often brings with it the motivation to make positive changes in our lives. Whether it’s improving our spiritual life, enhancing our mental well-being, or taking better care of our physical health, this fresh beginning feels like the perfect time to form new habits. But as many of us have…
As the new year approaches, many of us begin to reflect on what we want to accomplish in the months ahead. New Year’s resolutions offer a fresh start—a chance to set meaningful goals that will help us grow spiritually, mentally, physically, professionally, and relationally. But it’s important to set resolutions that nurture balance in every…
As the new school year begins, families with college-bound children are faced with the exciting, yet daunting, task of preparing them for life away from home. College represents a significant step toward independence, and while academics are crucial, there are other areas of preparation that children need before they embark on this journey. Ensuring they…
When freedom is misunderstood as the ability to choose to do whatever you want whenever you want, it is absolutely critical to teach children the true meaning of freedom. Parents have the great task of teaching children to use their freedom in order to respect the dignity of themselves and others. While the task may…