Practical Biblical Solutions
Good Girl Culture
From the time girls are old enough to speak, society begins writing invisible rules for them to follow. These rules aren’t posted on classroom walls or handed out in books, but they echo through compliments, expectations, and subtle corrections: “Be nice.” “Stay soft.” “Don’t offend.” Girls quickly learn that being pleasant and pliable keeps [...]
The Pressure to Please
From the time a little girl learns to smile, she’s taught that her value comes not just from who she is, but from how comfortable others feel around her. Across cultures, women grow up hearing the same message: be nice, stay soft, don’t offend. It’s a quiet training course in [...]
Apologizing Too Much?
Everyday conversation is peppered with apologies that may not be necessary: “Sorry I’m late.” “Sorry to bother you.” “Sorry, this might be a dumb question.” Studies show that this pattern of over-apologizing is far more common among women than men—and often rooted not in politeness, but in deeper social, emotional, [...]
Best Version of Yourself
If you wander through social media, bookstores, or self‑help seminars long enough, you’ll eventually hear this popular challenge: “Become the best version of yourself.” It sounds inspiring, almost spiritual. It’s the kind of message that fits neatly on a trendy coffee mug or motivational poster. Who wouldn’t want to be [...]
Build Your Value
If you scroll through social media for even a few minutes, you’ll notice how obsessed the world has become with “building your value.” Whether it’s dating advice, fitness goals, or career ambitions, nearly every influencer has some version of the same message—“level up, become high‑value, attract better people, live your [...]
Women Are the Prize?
In today’s dating world, it’s not uncommon to hear the phrase “women are the prize.” It shows up everywhere—on social media clips, in self-help books, and even in Christian podcasts. On the surface, the phrase sounds harmless, even noble. After all, shouldn’t women be encouraged to value themselves and not [...]