Science shows that people determine what they think of you within the first 3-5 seconds of meeting you. They form their opinion based on you appearance, your body language, your demeanor, your body language, or the first things you say. Think about this in context to...
In her recent article, “The Trouble with the Christian Adoption Movement”, Kathryn Joyce discusses unintentional harm that has been caused on hundreds, if not thousands, of children wrongfully categorized as orphans. I think this is a valuable critique...
Is money enough to make you feel good about your work? What about joy; is that enough instead? Whether you are working with at-risk youth, planting churches, or assisting in adoptions everyone wants to feel good about the work they are doing. But how do we know when...
You will see from research and proven best practices that the most influential relationship in a child’s life is with a caregiver. A healthy relationship with a caregiver can increase confidence and autonomy, limit the terrible effects of trauma, and enable a...