Grueter: How to navigate in overwhelming sadness

In this opinion piece, the author grapples with a wave of intense sadness while pointing a finger at the internet algorithm. Personal reflections hint at a previous column, underscoring how online content might deepen our emotions in surprising ways.

WDT Thought for March 17

A contemplative reflection highlights Psalm 139:23–24, urging readers to invite divine guidance into personal introspection. Published to mark March 17, it underscores the importance of examining our hearts and anxieties.

Leaving the party that left me: Part 2

Few changes are seamless, and shifting political affiliation is no exception. This editorial reflects on the challenges and rewards of rethinking where one’s loyalties lie.

Leaving the party that left me: Part 2

Star Parker – How should Republicans move forward?

Star Parker offers a thoughtful reflection on the Republican Party’s trajectory after recent elections. Citing a Nobel Prize-winning physicist’s insight, she encourages a renewed perspective on strategy and policy.

Star Parker – How should Republicans move forward?

Impulses, Sources, Trajectories: Douglas Unger on Discovering Why You Write

Writers typically ask themselves why they feel compelled to tell stories or share their perspective. Douglas Unger’s reflection highlights how self-discovery, rooted in understanding one’s origins and impulses, underpins the creative process. By examining these elements, writers can unlock a more authentic, powerful voice.

Impulses, Sources, Trajectories: Douglas Unger on Discovering Why You Write