Practical Biblical Solutions
The Price of Success
Success can be a blessing, but it always comes with a price. One of the highest costs is criticism from envious people who resent those who rise, achieve, and stand out. In almost every area of life—business, ministry, academics, athletics, or creative work—people who excel discover that success not only [...]
The Tallest Poppy
The tall poppy syndrome is a social pattern where people resent, criticize, or try to “cut down” those who stand out because of success, talent, or visibility. The picture comes from a field where the tallest poppies are cut so everything stays the same height—a vivid image of the pressure [...]
AI Relationships
AI relationships are no longer a sci‑fi plot device; they are showing up in living rooms, bedrooms, and back pockets all over the world. Many people now describe their closest emotional connection not with a spouse or friend, but with an app that talks, remembers details, and responds like a [...]
Dating AI Chatbots
Dating AI chatbots have moved from science fiction to everyday life and are now shaping how many people pursue romance, companionship, and emotional support in the digital age. Instead of just helping users find human partners, a growing number of AI systems present themselves as the partner, offering on‑demand attention, [...]
One is Still Enough
In our hyperconnected world, where everything from dinner to dating can be chosen with a swipe, loyalty has started to look a little old-fashioned. Many young adults question whether lifelong monogamy still makes sense in a culture that prizes options, freedom, and instant gratification. Social scientists and influencers alike often [...]
Talking to My Younger Self
If I could sit across from my younger self, I think I’d start with a long silence. Not because there’s nothing to say, but because I’d need a moment to take her in — all that restless hope, all that fragile confidence, the sparkle in her eyes that hides behind [...]