It’s a Single Mom Thing
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Welcome to the Shepherd’s Village blog! This is a faith-based resource focused on equipping and strengthening today’s single mother in the overwhelming challenges of raising her family in a one-parent household and a rapidly changing culture. Our blog is the perfect accompaniment to our free online courses through Shepherd’s Village University, our Facebook Group, and our Podcast.
5 Ways To Alleviate Your Summertime Stress
The last day of school is quickly approaching. Your kids may be getting excited as they think about the blissful days of zero homework, lots of pool time, a few beach days, and very lazy living.
6 Lessons I Learned As A Single Mom
Single motherhood. That wasn’t a path Christine ever expected to walk.
How I Learned To Be An Adult From My Single Mom
When my single mother died in 2017 of dementia, I had the sober privilege of speaking at her funeral.
Can I Interest You in Some Unwanted Advice?
Unwelcome advice from family is a tale as old as time.
I Love You, But Please Stop Talking
I realize kids grow up fast, and I should cherish every second with my child, but what I want right now is silence, earplugs, and a nap.
Learning From Being Lonely
You may know moms who are thankful to ship their children to their grandparents’ house or a friend’s house for the weekend.
Stress and Anxiety-Two Uninvited Guests
Stress and Anxiety are like two aggravating, uninvited guests who come into your life to steal your peace and rob you of the joy your present life offers.
6 Steps to Avoid Decision-Making Traps
Whether you’re a solo mom by choice, circumstance, divorce, or the death of a partner, you had challenges before the threat of Coronavirus showed up as an unwelcomed guest.
Climbing A Mountain of Self-Doubt During A Pandemic
There’s nothing like a global pandemic to raise anxiety levels and increase self-doubt.
Tips to Keep Your Kids Learning At Home
The kids are home from school for who-knows-how-long, and you may be out of work or working remotely for the unforeseeable future.
I’ve Stopped Dreaming About My Future
Life is challenging for everyone, but as a single mom, you shoulder more responsibilities than many other people.
5 Ways to Find Hope, Peace, Joy, and Purpose this Christmas
Dear Mom, we hope your November has been a month where you could reflect on the things that stir gratitude in your heart.
When Financial Care is Self Care
When it comes to self-care, most of us think about going for a mani/pedi, spending time with encouraging friends, or taking a warm bubble bath.