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Storytelling with a Purpose


Arise and Shine: The Healing Power of Story
There is a book on the craft of writing called, “Writing Tools” that my dear friend and fellow writer, Meaghan Dawson from Beauty from...

Caroline Beidler, MSW
3 min read


Lisa's Story: When Hope and Love Overwhelms
The reality is, in June 2006 I was literally committing suicide, finally surrendering to my addiction. Sitting in a seedy motel room all...

Lisa Yerby-Bryson
3 min read


Tiffany's Story: Women Recovering Together
Did you know that most communities have a high demand for and minimal access to supportive women's recovery housing or sober living?...

Caroline Beidler, MSW
2 min read


Finding Meaning in a Shared Story
The coffee shop was dimly lit and I stared at the half-empty latte in front of me. I was very early, even for me, needing to find the...

Caroline Beidler, MSW
4 min read


Being Real, Getting Healed with Manda Carpenter
Radical honesty is something that challenges our lives and the way we live day-to-day. In mental health and addiction recovery, radical...

Caroline Beidler, MSW
1 min read


When Christian is a Dirty Word
On a recent vacation, a family member asked about my new book and, noting the title (Downstairs Church), commented that it’s a tough time...

Caroline Beidler, MSW
4 min read


The Surprising Movement of God with Faith Eury Cho
Can God move in unexpected ways? Does everyone have a purpose? These are important questions for a challenging time. My recent...

Caroline Beidler, MSW
1 min read


Charmin's Story: Finding My Why
I don't recall ever having dreams as a little girl to grow up, finish school, go to college, or even have a career. That wasn't in the...

Charmin Gabbard
3 min read
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