Eileen Benthal
Eileen is a writer, speaker and wellness coach with a bachelor’s degree in theology from Franciscan University. She and her husband Steve live in Jamesport and have four young adult children. Email Eileen
Hope is always just one breath away
This weekend, I am in Chicago with Johanna and my older daughter, Anna. We are visiting the CCM3 Clinic for a special type of...
Take time to heal
I am grateful that God spoke to me in a nightmare and so it became a dream that would guide me on this...
Becoming an advocate: Trust your gut and trust in God
This week I am breathing a deep sigh of relief and exhaustion. My daughter Johanna was released from the PICU this past week....
Finding true restoration
Last week I introduced you to my secrets of breathing underwater. Breathing is an automatic response that seems incredibly simple. It is until itʼs...
Save yourself from drowning in the circumstances of life
Before my youngest daughter Johanna was born, I enjoyed play dates at the beach. I was a decent swimmer, having taught myself how to...
Life lesson from the terrarium: Transformation is in our DNA
I learned something new last week that I found absolutely fascinating. I learned new information about the transformation of caterpillars into butterflies. Being a...
Valentine reflection: the secret to enduring love
I remember the first time we met. It was right after Mass at Christ the King Chapel. A mutual friend introduced us. We had...
Boundaries and fences: Our limitations are filled with possibilities
When we applied for a CCI service dog, for my daughter, Johanna, I was worried that they might not give us one because...
