As I sit down to write this blog, Christmas is just five days away! The holiday season is truly in full swing. This time of year can be a more challenging time than usual to be away at college. Maybe you’re planning to come home over break, but you wish…
We all have expectations for the future, especially when we pass through significant crossroads in life. Maybe you discovered an unexpected pregnancy sometime in the past and decided to have an abortion. Individuals who’ve faced challenges like yours often expect to feel relieved once they’re no longer pregnant. Perhaps you…
Some people wrestle with feelings of guilt and shame after having an abortion. They’re not always cautioned about emotional risks before the procedure, but it’s true that some individuals experience regret. Maybe you can relate. Perhaps you’ve tried to accept this part of your past and move on, but you…
A difficult abortion experience can impact a person in many different ways – physically, emotionally, mentally, spiritually… the list goes on. Sadly, most of us don’t realize how deep and far-reaching these effects can be until we’re facing these circumstances for ourselves. Are you a person of faith who feels…
Anyone can experience post-abortion stress, whether or not their pregnancy ended recently. Maybe you’re in your 60s, 70s, 80s, or beyond, and you’re struggling to come to terms with an abortion (or abortions) in your past. If so, know that you’re not alone. More people experience these effects in your…
In the wake of an abortion experience, are you realizing that you made this decision for your partner instead of yourself? Maybe he mentioned that he wanted an abortion, and you wanted him to have the outcome he desired. Or, perhaps his approach was more threatening. Maybe he said he’d…
Fall is a much-loved season here in the Midwest. For me, the word “autumn” brings up cheerful mental images of blazing campfires, cozy blankets, and hot, spiced drinks. But it’s hard to enjoy fall colors, flavors, and activities when you have a difficult past experience on your mind. Maybe you…
Are you thinking about disclosing a past abortion to someone you’re close to? Sharing this information can be painful, especially if you’re wrestling with regrets or conflicted emotions. However, perhaps you believe that “going there” with a specific loved one could be the right move for you, despite the risks. …
Does it feel like your parents are disappointed with your decision to have an abortion? Maybe you’re a young person who’s trying to get back on track with school or other responsibilities while navigating life after an abortion. Or, maybe you’re going through this as an adult. (After all, parents…
It’s summer! …which means college students everywhere are looking for some much-needed rest and relaxation. Maybe you’re one of them. This season is most likely one that you’ve been looking forward to for a while. It probably feels like a relief to step away from your studies and bask in…