Quiet is something difficult to find in our modern world. We are bombarded with crowded schedules, constant availability through screens and information overload. The noise can be deafening. We think “quiet” is a luxury we can’t afford and yet it’s necessary for our souls to thrive. Sarah Clarkson delves into the transformative power of quiet. Drawing inspiration from her own journey and her latest book, Reclaiming Quiet: Cultivating a Life of Holy Attention, Sarah reflects on the profound connection between stillness, healing, and spiritual renewal. She explores why quiet is vital for both the body and soul and how embracing small, quiet moments can lead to a more peaceful life. She also shares practical ways to find and embrace moments of quiet in daily life. Sarah Clarkson is an author and blogger who writes regularly about literature, faith and beauty. She studied theology at Oxford and is the author and co-author of six books, including This Beautiful Truth. She has an active following on Instagram where she hosts regular live read-alouds from the poems, novels, or essays that bring her courage. She can often be found with a good cup of tea and a book in hand in her old English vicarage home in Oxford, where she lives with her Anglican vicar husband, Thomas, and their 4 children. www.sarahclarkson.com Instagram @SarahWanders

Do you ever feel overwhelmed, stressed or down? Do you wish you could go through this crazy life with some more calm? Life is always going to happen, but our mindset and thought patterns determine how we perceive what goes on around us. If we can have healthy habits, it can make a world of difference in how we navigate life and come out with resilience, peace and joy. Diane Arnold has gone through some difficult seasons and knows first hand how some of these habits can help you keep going, even when you don’t feel like it. Diane Arnold is a licensed family and marriage counselor. Through her study of relationship attachment, she has spoken and written extensively on overcoming trauma and betrayal. Diane is also one of the founders of The Grace Center, an emotional healing center located in South Carolina. Diane and Neal have been married for 43 years and have three adult boys, three wonderful daughter-in-law’s and five grandchildren. Together they formed The Family Collective. For more about Diane and her resources: www.thefamilycollective.co

Would you say “Yes” to God if you knew you might lose your home, your job and your kid? We are called to sacrifice in our lives, but it’s not easy and some sacrifices are more painful than others. Valerie Juillerat knew God had some special assignments for her and when she was warned of the price she may pay, she said yes. Valerie boldly tells her story of a hard season and how her foundation in faith anchored her during the storm and enabled her to come out stronger. Valerie Juillerat is the founder of Lessons of the Heart Ministries; a platform in which she shares her testimony and insights as a speaker, author and artist. Her recently released book is Finding Hope When Storms Don’t Cease. Valerie is co-owner and Vice President of EPCO Accounting & Tax Services. A trip to Africa and her love for the African people have led her to serve as a Director of the Board for Chandelle Global Education. Valerie has two sons and lives with her husband, Tim, in Indiana. To connect with Valerie: www.valeriejuillerat.com