humanity

Humanity begins at home.

A very heavy gift
NOTE: This story is intended to help parents who have adopted a child, or anyone close to them , who wants to discuss the topic of biological parents without judgment or idealization. Because each story is unique, read it first to decide if it will be helpful.
By Anthony Scott3 months ago in Families
Faith and Obedience: What Abraham and Isaac Teach About Trusting the Unthinkable
Faith When It Makes No Sense The story of Abraham and Isaac still asks the hardest question: Do you trust God even when you don’t understand Him?
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast3 months ago in Families
The War of Understanding: Why Men and Women Fight Differently
Men and women often see the same moment through different lenses. What one perceives as confrontation, the other experiences as connection. What one calls “silence,” the other calls “space.” Beneath nearly every conflict between men and women lies not hatred, but misinterpretation. The battlefield is rarely the issue itself. It is language, tone, and expectation.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast3 months ago in Families
Loneliness and Cognitive Decline | Why Emotional Interaction Matters After 60. AI-Generated.
Feeling lonely can be more than just an emotional state; it can have a real, measurable impact on our brains, especially as we get older. Studies have shown a strong connection between prolonged loneliness and an increased risk of cognitive decline and dementia. A study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society found that lonely older adults were about 40% more likely to develop dementia. This isn't just about feeling sad; it’s about a lack of meaningful social and emotional interaction, which our brains need to stay sharp.
By Kartik3 months ago in Families
The Rose of Princess Soha
The Rose of Princess Soha BY:Khan Long ago, in the ancient land of Yemen, there ruled a kind and just king. His heart overflowed with compassion, and his people loved him dearly. He was known not only for his wisdom but also for the fairness with which he treated everyone—from the noblemen in his court to the poorest farmer in his kingdom.
By Khan 3 months ago in Families
The Last Phone Call. AI-Generated.
The rain hadn’t stopped for three days. Each drop hit the window like tiny knocks from the past — soft but unending. Alina sat on the edge of her bed, staring at her phone. The screen showed the last message from her mother:
By Ghanni malik3 months ago in Families
Good Parenting: Linking School with Reality
Do you involve your kids in mundane tasks, like grocery shopping? Here is how I made a simply grocery shop into a fun math lesson.
By Elizabeth Woods3 months ago in Families
When Tears Speak Louder Than Words. AI-Generated.
The night was quiet, but his heart was not. He sat by the window, watching the rain fall softly against the glass. Each drop seemed to echo like a heartbeat,
By Zahid ali3 months ago in Families
The Party Planner’s Heart
I was planning a 100th birthday party for Daddy. Not a casual affair. This was a legacy event—streamers, spreadsheets, and my best attempt to keep the warring factions of the family present but separated. It would’ve been easier to broker peace in the Middle East.
By Lizz Chambers3 months ago in Families
Meet Ret. SSgt. Arpy Sojourner, USMC
Meet Arpy Age comes for all of us and this big boy is no exception. After years of faithful service as a Military Working Dog (MWD) stationed in Japan, this seven-year-old gentle giant retired a year ago due to a malady common to German Shepards, hip dysplasia.
By JM Hess | One Sojourner3 months ago in Families
Dreamcatcher-part2: dreams beyond the valley
Two years passed. One morning, the same heavy air pressed down on her small body as she woke up drenched in sweat. Everything was the same: two boiled eggs shared between five mouths, the old fan without a cover, the worn mattress covered in dust, the radio humming from next door, her baby brother crying, and her mother’s tired voice repeating the same worries as always. But that morning, something inside her broke.
By Thanyalak chanathep 3 months ago in Families
The Kind of Love That Feels Safe but Slowly Kills You
The Kind of Love That Feels Safe but Slowly Kills You When Comfort Becomes a Cage: Understanding Emotional Numbness, Stagnant Relationships, and the Slow Fade of Connection
By Unfiltered Guy3 months ago in Families