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Carina Alanson

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Carina Alanson is a writer, life coach, and course creator who is passionate about helping women live with purpose and grow in their relationship with God. A former professional counselor, she has degrees in psychology and counseling. She lives in the subarctic town of Fairbanks, Alaska, where she enjoys scenic drives with her husband, nature walks, and reading by the fire. For more encouragement and other resources for vibrant living visit carinaalanson.com

The Heavens Declare The Glory Of God—And So Do You

Posted on April 7, 2020April 6, 2020
Carina Alanson

Every spring in my hometown of Fairbanks, Alaska, the return of migratory birds is eagerly anticipated. The Canada geese are always the first to arrive. Their honking, so mournful it…

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Holding on to Hope in the Midst of Disappointed Dreams

Posted on December 27, 2019December 26, 2019
Carina Alanson

One of my favorite New Year rituals is unwrapping a brand new planner. I’m an old-school paper gal, and I relish running my hands over the smooth, creamy, blank pages—pages…

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You May be Qualified But Are You Called | by Carina Alanson | The Joyful Life Magazine

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You may be Qualified, but are you Called?

Posted on August 30, 2019August 23, 2019
Carina Alanson

A couple of summers ago, I attended a training on postpartum mood disorders. After sharing all sorts of helpful treatment techniques, the instructor concluded with a discussion on the lack…

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Planted by Water: Going Deeper in a Dry Season | by Carina Alanson | The Joyful Life Magazine

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Planted by Water: Going Deeper in a Dry Season

Posted on May 28, 2019May 28, 2019
Carina Alanson

A DRY SEASON My soul was thirsty, dry, and weak. I felt like I’d been put through a wringer and every last molecule of moisture had been wicked away. For…

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