by Karen Hardin | Aug 1, 2017 | Faith and Culture, Relationship
“What do you think?” Regina asked as I began to chew the small white lump she offered from the plate of cookies she held in front of me. She leaned closer as I caught sight of her son, Patrick, shaking his head. My taste buds registered their complaint at the same...
by Karen Hardin | Jan 1, 2017 | Faith and Culture, Memoir
Sweat trickled down my face and back as we sat on the thinly padded benches of the old bus. We were in Shanghai, China, traveling to meet a friend’s extended family. It must have been close to 100 degrees outside as well as inside that bus, even with all the windows...
by Karen Hardin | Sep 1, 2016 | Leadership, Relationship, Spiritual Growth
Are you dealing with someone difficult? Perhaps it is family, a business associate, teacher, manager, or perhaps a ministry leader. Conflict is never comfortable. But it’s important to recognize that often it is due to simple differences in personality, experience,...
by Karen Hardin | Jul 1, 2016 | Leadership
“A true leader has the confidence to stand alone, the courage to make tough decisions, and the compassion to listen to the needs of others. He does not set out to be a leader, but becomes one by the equality of his actions and the integrity of his intent.”...
