Sonia Beltz is a former digital editor for Love What Matters based near Dayton, Ohio. She holds a bachelor’s degree in English and Creative Writing from the University of Iowa. In her free time, you can find her writing, reading, or researching random historical facts online. Follow her on Instagram at @skatbel.
‘Foster care was never a question of ‘if’ but ‘when.’: Former foster youth overcomes trauma to offer a home to kids in need
“Eight people turned my childhood into a living hell, but now, eight kids have found safety within the walls of my home.”
How Art Transformed My Son’s ADHD
“For ADHD kids, the mountains are larger and roads are often more jagged, but I hope his love for colors can help him find the right path to his destined place.”
‘At 4 years old, I refused to eat my lunch, hoping it would help me feel better about myself, and it did.’: Woman shares lifelong journey with disordered eating, mental health struggles
“You are not in control of what happens to you, but you are always in control of how you respond. Please keep holding on to hope.”
‘I could be forced to carry a child, and it could kill me.’: Mom with preeclampsia shares terrifying possibilities after Supreme Court abortion ruling
“My daughter could have to grow up without her mother. The government is taking that decision out of my hands.”
‘I was terrified and so incredibly sad to have to think about these things. But it was a CHOICE.’: Woman thankful for reproductive freedom after delivering medically-complex daughter
“We thought long and hard about it. And ultimately, it was my choice.”
‘I was so scared I would forever be alone and lost.’: Man shares journey to healing after loss of mother
“The fight is strong, but letting go and healing is so much stronger.”
5 Reasons You Should Seek Diagnosis For ADHD As An Adult
“Even if you don’t go get a formal diagnosis, I hope you gain some validation from this article.”
‘I hadn’t slept or eaten a meal in months. ‘I just can’t take this pain anymore.’: Chronic illness warrior shares journey to diagnosis and healing
“Even when my body is weak, my heart and my mind are stronger than ever. This journey has shown me just how strong I am.”
‘I sat there broken, cold, and scared, wondering if I’d ever know how to love myself again.’: Woman overcomes trauma of abuse, addiction with help from horses
“The horses helped me realize things no human could. They held my tears and heartache and rejoiced in my accomplishments.”
‘Moments after we hugged goodbye, I rushed to the airport bathroom and threw up. That’s when I knew I wanted to spend the rest of my life with him.’: Woman shares beautiful long-distance love story
“What we lacked in time together and hand-holding, we gained in thousands of handwritten words for one another.”