The emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has brought tremendous benefits to the world of technology. However, AI romantic companion apps are growing and are being used much more than most people might believe – particularly among young adults. People can now create their own virtual relationship using all the ideal criteria they dream of with the intent to ultimately have the perfect companion.

What exactly is regret? Regret is an emotional experience that arises when you believe something in the past could have been better if you had acted differently. Regret involves painful emotions such as sorrow or disappointment and is usually the result of thinking about a past choice, action, or missed opportunity.

When reverence is present, the world stops and people listen. Reverence opens our hearts and minds to clarity, enables truth to be revealed, and leads us to personal revelation. Reverence paves the way for us to experience the power of the Holy Spirit. Reverence unlocks our access to the powers of heaven.

There is no quota nor limit to the severity or numbers of challenges we face at any point in time. Yes, sometimes it seems everything hits at once, it seems so unjust and unfair, and it feels like we are being punched while we are already down. It is in those moments of anguish and overwhelm that our faith can become fragile, weakened, and sometimes lost altogether.

Sometimes it is entirely appropriate, and even necessary to teach with boldness. To offer a witness and testimony of our faith in Christ and his teachings. However, maybe more often, we must rely on the whisperings of our spirit and have faith that the Holy Ghost will do the rest. Sometimes this softer, gentler method, combined with patience and long-suffering carries the greatest power of influence.

It is important to reflect on the Savior’s plea for us to come unto Him, to reach to Him, to draw near unto Him. I am convinced it is because when we reach to Him for help in overcoming and rising above our sins, our weaknesses, and our mistakes it is because in the process of our reaches to Him we will access a power we never imagined possible. That power is what helps us “become something more.”

Recently, one of my clients came in feeling despondent and frustrated. They had experienced a job loss 3 months ago and this was a large company they had been with for over 20 years. My client told me they had prayed so hard but they believed there was no peace available to them, and that God may not even exist. “I really don’t believe my prayers are being heard. I feel like no one is listening… Is God really there? Does he really care about me?”

Are you someone who considers themselves in a faith crisis? In my clinical practice I have had the privilege of sitting with clients who come in with aching hearts, grieving from the loss of connections with loved ones and friends who have become distant and withdrawn. They feel judged, misunderstood, and a bit wobbly in direction.

Humility is sometimes mistakenly perceived as a weakness, but in reality, it is a profound strength. This misconception often arises because humility involves qualities like modesty, admitting mistakes, and putting others first, which can be misunderstood as passivity or a lack of confidence. However, true humility requires a great deal of inner strength and self-assurance.

While anger itself is normal, how we express it and deal with it is crucial. When managed well, anger can be constructive, helping to set boundaries or bring about positive change. But if it’s left unchecked or expressed in harmful ways, it can lead to problems in relationships, work, and overall well-being.

Couples who identify and focus on shared goals are ultimately more satisfied with their relationship over time, and experience greater resilience when facing the challenges of married life.

In the process of communication, the listener has the most difficult job of any parties involved. The role of the listener can be frustrating and exhausting, or it can be fulfilling and rewarding. The power of listening is profound and plays a crucial role in various aspects of personal and professional life.

Love is a continuous journey that requires intentional steps to preserve and nurture its growth. Love requires effort from both partners. Regularly assessing and addressing the needs of your relationship can help foster a strong and lasting connection.

If you were able to really understand and embrace the reality of your divine identity, would it change how you think and act today? Would it change how you act around your family, your friends, your neighbors? Would it change how you serve in your ward or stake calling? Would it change how you feel when you look into the mirror? Would it cause you to stop comparing yourself to others, and instead, look to God to understand the measure of your worth?

Do you find yourself wishing that life wasn’t so complicated, or wanting a break from the seemingly endless challenges that hit you or your loved ones with a force that is at times unbearable? Do you wish for peace, or at least a break in the storm?

Sometimes we become so overwhelmed with our challenges and trials, we are blinded to our own gifts and blessings, and we can even become blinded to the pain of those around us. However, there is a powerful antidote to our own personal pain…

Do you have a friendship with someone that can be compared to the friendship soldiers develop as a result of their service on the battlefront? The friendship among soldiers is often a unique and profound bond that forms in the crucible of shared experiences, hardships, and a common sense of purpose.

Bonding in adulthood can be a bit different than bonding during childhood or adolescence, but it is still an important aspect of forming close relationships with others.

I want to draw your attention to this beautiful painting by Minerva Teichert titled, “Christ in a Red Robe.”

There’s a saying: “You must act differently to feel differently.”…