A Tale of Acupressure, Toe Rings and Weight Loss
MB asks: "My friend bought an acupressure ring and swears that it helped her lose weight. Is this possible?"
Blog
We Need Your Help!
Blog Posts
The Frightening Reality of Curses (Part 1)
We recently received a heartbreaking letter from a woman whose 35 year-old son has been struggling with alcoholism. She recently learned that his addiction was not a recent problem, but dates back to his teenage years and a time when he was in contact with a very dangerous woman.
Sprinkling Rice at Shrines: Is it Christian?
Photo by Darío Méndez on UnsplashHL writes: “A parishioner at our parish has been noticing rice being scattered at our shrine of the Holy Innocents, in front of the statue of our patron saint, and on the hand rail leading to the rectory. I’m wondering if there’s any foul play involving occultic practices. Any insight would be greatly appreciated.”
Functional Diagnostic Nutrition: A Cautionary Tale
AV asks: "Have you heard of something called Functional Diagnostic Nutrition? If so, is this program compatible with the teachings of the Catholic Church?"
What Does Your Handwriting Say About You?
GD asks: "I didn't see anything on your new age blog, about handwriting analysis. My son will be taking a forensics class and handwriting analysis is something they will be covering. If it is new age do you have any resources that I could show her to explain why it is not appropriate?"
Himalayan Salt Lamps: More Hype Than Science
A reader submitted a question about the Himalayan salt lamp, wondering if it is connected in any way to the New Age or the occult.
The Dark Side of Those Warm and Fuzzy "Chicken Soup for the Soul" Books
Photo by Nguyen Thu Hoai on UnsplashMany of our blogs come about as a result of readers who give us "tips" about a fad or personality that warrant more research. This is what happened with the popular books, Chicken Soup for the Soul. Thanks to that reader's tip, we unearthed a goldmine of vital information about these "warm and fuzzy" books that we all need to know about!
Crystal Balls are Never Just Harmless Fun
LG asks: "One of my friends is trying to convince me to see a person who can tell the future by scrying. I told her this is against my religion but she said this would just be for fun. Should I take her up on it?"
Handfasting: Marriage Pagan Style
Photo by Brooke Cagle on UnsplashMJB writes: "Some Wiccan friends of mine were recently married in a ritual called handfasting. What exactly is this and is it Christian?"
What Makes a Motivational Speaker New Age?
LL writes: "How do I know if a speaker is New Age or not? There are so many of them out there, and they make some very enticing promises. How do I know who is legit and who isn't?"
We Need Your Help!
Living His Life Abundantly International, Inc.® / Women of Grace® has provided inspiring and informational content for FREE through our blog for more than twenty years. To continue our mission, we need your help. We are seeking a one-time contribution or a monthly donation to support the continued growth and expansion of this free resource. We are abundantly grateful for your support.
