This isn't one of those 3-step, quick-fix articles. This isn't a short story of my lonesome battle with a happy-ever-after cure for feeling lonely. Because guess what? I still feel lonely sometimes! Going into my third year of college, not even a teenager anymore, and I still get tried and challenged with loneliness? I guess… Continue reading Overcoming Loneliness at College
Author: gretchensleif
Hi, I'm Gretchen Leif (pronounced 'life')! I am a third-year student at Winona State University as a Health and Phy-Ed Major. I will be writing about my college experiences, my current hobbies (including all things curly hair, photography, and outdoor activities), and health and wellness. I will incorporate my faith into most of my articles to tie everything together. Follow along with me as I journey through life as an RA, a Christian, and a learner!
The Relay to Refinement
What it means to FEAR the Lord
A thought-stopping question I have lately been asking myself is, "Do I truly fear the Lord?" My brows furrow as I puzzle over this question. Before answering it, my mind asks, "Well what does it even mean to fear the Lord?" Let's write out what it means to fear the Lord, what it might look… Continue reading What it means to FEAR the Lord
The Wait
Impatient: a word that describes many; a word that describes me. It's subconsciously easy to act based on my emotions. Angry? Just yell at everyone to let them know it's my way or the highway. Envious? Just buy something online because it's cute and I'll probably use it for an Instagram post. Hungry? Don't even… Continue reading The Wait