by Dr. Deanna Shrodes | Sep 18, 2026 | Books, Goals, Growth, Ministry, Motivation, Reflection, Resilience, Tenacity, Writing
This is one of my favorite places along my walks in Richmond, Virginia. Most people in my life have never walked this path with me, yet it has become one of the most sacred and significant places in my journey. I have walked here carrying questions, memories, prayers,...
by Dr. Deanna Shrodes | Sep 12, 2026 | Adoptees, Friendships, Growth, Uncategorized
A truth-telling friend doesn’t merely affirm where you are. They lovingly remind you who you are and call you toward where God is leading you. They help you to grow. I am thankful to have a growing friendship with Reshma McClintock, a fellow adoptee, and a writer who...
by Dr. Deanna Shrodes | Aug 9, 2026 | Authenticity, Aging, Change, Dreams, Growth, Health, Midlife, Resilience
Last week I shared three unexpected things I’ve discovered since turning 60. Growing older has challenged many of the assumptions I once believed about aging. Instead of becoming less, I find myself becoming more. Here are three more ways turning 60 has changed...
by Dr. Deanna Shrodes | Jul 14, 2026 | Emotional Health, Goals, Grief, Growth, Health, Leadership, Loss, Mental Health, Self Care
We are sitting in the second week of July, just past the halfway point of the year. For some people, that’s exciting. For others, it’s discouraging. Maybe you started the year with big goals, clear intentions, and a vision for what you wanted your life to...
by Dr. Deanna Shrodes | Dec 23, 2025 | Change, Christian Living, Growth
As a new year approaches, the noise gets louder. Do more.Fix more.Plan better.Be stronger.Get it together. Suddenly, the turning of the calendar feels less like an invitation and more like a performance review. So before you step into another year feeling behind,...
