Leaning on His Best Friend in the Face of PTSD
Wren Thomas shares how his service dog, Beaux, has helped him cope with PTSD after Wren was kidnapped by Nigerian pirates.
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Former NFL Star Ben Utecht on Dealing with Memory Loss
By Ben Utecht10 min read
Football and family were the focus of Ben Utecht’s life, but now the injuries he suffered while playing the game he loved threaten to take him away from the people he cares for most.
Guideposts Classics: Joe E. Brown on the Power of Laughter
By Joe E. Brown5 min read
In this story from June 1948, comedian Joe E. Brown, best remembered today as millionaire Osgood Fielding III in the classic 1959 comedy “Some Like It Hot,” discusses the healing power of laughter.
A Father’s Prayer for His Alcoholic Son
By Wes A.6 min read
I’m not sure when Paul will stop falling. But I hope that he reads this and knows he’s not alone.
8 Signs of Depression
By Valerie Reiss4 min read
Are you concerned that what you thought was just a case of the blues might actually be depression? Here are eight signs to look for when deciding whether to seek professional help.
An Iraq War Veteran Finds Inspiration
Iraq veteran Bryan Anderson, who shares his experiences in the cover story of the July 2016 edition of Guideposts, explains how even the loss of three limbs didn’t prevent him from “getting back to good” and reveals what kind of people inspire him.
7 Bible Verses for Hope and Healing
By Brooke Obie1 min read
Take comfort in these Bible verses about hope and healing.
Andrew McCutchen on Being Inspired by Young Fans
Pittsburgh Pirates All-Star center-fielder Andrew McCutchen shares a story of a mutually inspiring encounter with a young fan.
Find Resources for Those Coping with Addiction
By Ansley Roan4 min read
Millions of Americans struggle with addiction—and their families and friends are affected too. Here’s how you can seek information, guidance and assistance.
The Healing Power of Art
By Brett Leveridge1 min read
After a contentious divorce, Catherine Partain Shamblin found herself feeling alone and without direction. A mysterious voice told her to make a cross with whatever materials she could find, and now, her beautifully crafted crosses serve as healing agents for Catherine and the people who purchase them.
Helping Veterans in Their Fight Against PTSD
By Nicole Notare5 min read
Meet a veteran of the Iraq war who went from receiving help to giving it.
Gaining His Adopted Daughter’s Trust
By Val Pennington8 min read
All he wanted was for their newly adopted daughter to know he loved her. Instead he scared her.