by David Hayward | Mar 8, 2015 | David's Letters, I'm okay
After I left the ministry and the church, it became very clear to me very quickly the areas of my life that needed immediate attention and improvement. I call them the 4 F’s: Family. Fun. Finances. Friends. Of course, first and foremost, I had to take care of myself....
by David Hayward | Nov 16, 2014 | David's Letters, I'm okay
I want to talk with you about my friends for a moment. I want to tell you about them. My friends let me be me. They love me. Me as I am, not as I should be or not how they think I ought to be. They love me just as I am. I am free to be me without fear of censor or...
by David Hayward | Feb 28, 2014 | Feelings
A member asks: “How do you handle fundamentalist friends and relatives – do you recommend ‘playing things by ear’ by situation? Coming out fully regardless of the consequences? Or keeping your mouth shut?” Here’s my answer: Yes!...
by David Hayward | Dec 4, 2013 | Feelings
Your best friend calls. She needs to talk to you. You’re worried it’s about you. But when she arrives, you realize it’s about her. She says, “I just need someone to talk to. I feel terrible. My beliefs are changing. I’m angry all the...
