Writing by Lainey La Shay

Books

More Than a Survivor: A Devotional Journal for Those Healing from Trauma & Abuse

This devotional journal for survivors of trauma and abuse is the perfect place to find support, pen thoughts, find encouragement, and express emotions. The journal includes bite-sized reading filled with insight, letting the reader know they are not alone. Also included is a dot journal, coloring pages, and encouraging quotes to cling to as they navigate the difficult road to healing. 

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Inspire Creativity

If you struggle with acknowledging your creative gifts as God-given, and then putting them “out there” for others to enjoy, or if you think that offering your work to the world is exalting yourself, or if you shy away from risk or uncertainty, then this collection of essays is for you.

Lainey La Shay’s short story “Explosive Creativity,” which compares the creative process to an erupting volcano, is included in this inspiring anthology. 

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Inspire Honor

Honor is a complex and nuanced concept. The Bible is saturated with exhortations to honor those around us, including our parents, friends, family, ourselves, those in leadership, and, most importantly, God.

Many people worry that honor is a disappearing character trait … that we’ve lost the art of thinking of others in the way we have been biblically instructed. But have we?

This anthology is a collection of stories, poems, and pieces of nonfiction which exemplify the different forms honor takes, and the different ways it impacts, or could impact, our lives.

We hope their words encourage you, bless you, and reignite the desire to demonstrate the Christ-like character trait of honor.

Lainey La Shay’s short story “Climbing Toward Honor” is included in this inspiring anthology. This personal story details her mother’s journey toward climbing her first fourteener, and how her family rallied around her to reach the peak.

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Inspire Courage

Courage. It’s a big word, isn’t it? For some, it means being brave when faced with scary situations. For others, courage is an inner fortitude which keeps us heading in the right direction when we’d rather head in another. Still others define courage as the ability to move past painful, traumatic circumstances and still contribute something beautiful to this world. 
And the truth is … courage is all of this and more.


This anthology brings together the true and fictional stories, essays, and poems of twenty-five writers … all considering the concept of courage. Through this collection, you’ll laugh, be moved, and perhaps find yourself a little challenged.
But, above all, we hope you’ll be encouraged.

 

Lainey La Shay’s short story, “When All Other Lights Go Out” is included in this inspiring anthology. This true story describes Lainey’s exploration of a lava cave in Arizona, and the lessons discovered in its dark tunnels.
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Articles

Beauty in the Brokenness: How God Restores Our Hearts

Kintsugi is the art of repairing something that has been broken with gold, with the understanding that the object is more beautiful because it has been broken. Like the art of kintsugi, God repairs the brokenness in our lives and makes us more beautiful through the process.
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girl holding a broken and repaired bowl, representing beauty in the brokenness

What You Need to Know About Domestic Violence and Abuse

An in-depth discussion of what constitutes domestic violence and abuse, and resources that can help men and women experiencing it find help.
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girl holding a broken and repaired bowl, representing beauty in the brokenness

Should I Stay in My Abusive Marriage for the Kids?

God’s plan for a family never included abuse. This article discusses the impact of domestic abuse on children and the family as a whole.
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Dating Violence: Know the Signs

How to recognize the signs of dating violence, and resources to provide help and safety to those experiencing it. 
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Step Up, Speak Up: October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

An in-depth look at what constitutes domestic violence, resources for those experiencing it, and ways that we can raise awareness for this important issue. 
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How Do I Know If My Child Has Mental Health Issues?

How do you know if your child has mental health issues? This article examines how to look for lasting changes in mood, behavior, or school performance that go beyond normal ups and downs. 
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Teenager sits on the couch, staring into the distance. It is critical for parents to watch out for signs of mental illness in their children and teens.

Warning Signs and Risk Factors of Childhood Suicide

As a parent, facing the risks and warning signs of child suicide can be frightening and feel overwhelming. But remember that you are not alone and there are resources to help you navigate these difficult moments and conversations.
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A teenager sits by a window looking outside, lost in thought. Child and teen suicide is a leading cause of death, and it's vital that we know our children and how to prevent death by suicide.

10 Things to Know About Bullying and Cyberbullying

10 important things to know about bullying and cyberbullying, and what to do if your child is experiencing it.
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You Are (Not) Enough: Finding Self-Worth in Christ

It’s our nature to look for our identity out there, but our true identity can only come from being in Christ.

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Identity in Christ

Travel Writing

Let It Flow (on Intrepid Times)

A traveler observes the changes of the Elwha River years after two dams were removed while recognizing the changes in her life and herself.

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Podcast Episodes

Step Into The Light with Patti Shene

Join us as Lainey La Shay talks about her experience with an intensely life-threatening situation, how God sustained her, and what we can do to maintain physical, emotional, and spiritual health during dark times.

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The Latest From the Blog

When You’re In A Season of Waiting

When You’re In A Season of Waiting

by | Apr 15, 2023

This past weekend, we celebrated Easter and the Resurrection of Jesus. I took some time on Sunday morning to sit on the sofa, have a cup of coffee with Jesus, and reflect on why we celebrate. The story has many facets: suffering, death, grief, and unspeakable joy at...

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Show Yourself Love by Giving Yourself Grace

Show Yourself Love by Giving Yourself Grace

by | Feb 13, 2023

“I’m so tired of feeling this way!” I shouted, waving my hands in the air. “I’m sick of the tears and the grief. I’m sick of my trauma spinning me out of control. Why can’t I heal? I'm better than this! Why can't I figure out a way to move on? This is stupid! I'm over...

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