Author name: Karen Selvage

I'm Karen, a stroke and cancer survivor, writer, and Christian housewife who believes in building resilience one step at a time. Through this blog, I share real stories of strength, faith, and personal growth to encourage others facing life's challenges. When I'm not writing, I love creating tools and resources that bring peace, order, and inspiration to everyday life.

Stroke

My Stroke Recovery Journey: Hope and Faith

Karen Selvage / December 11, 2025

What began as an ordinary morning quickly spiraled into a fight for survival after a massive stroke.

Resilience

How to Build Resilience: Learning to Rise When Life Gets Hard

Karen Selvage / December 10, 2025

Building Resilience: Learning to Rise When Life Gets Hard Life has a way of testing us and teaching us how to build resilience in ways we never expected. Some storms are small, an unexpected setback, a rough day, a moment that shakes our confidence.Others feel like crashing waves that knock the breath from our lungs: … Read more

Stroke

Winter Stroke Risk: How To Stay Safe, Strong, And Warm This Season

Karen Selvage / December 10, 2025

A Season for Awareness and Strength Winter stroke risk is something many people never think about. The truth is that cold temperatures affect the body in powerful ways. Every winter, the air turns crisp. The world slows down. I’m reminded of how precious our health truly is. For stroke survivors and anyone at higher risk, … Read more