The SoulWell Center

04/16/2026

When you notice a different opinion or experience in a conversation, instead of arguing or staying silent, gently name the difference and invite the other person’s perspective. Try saying: “I see this differently, but I really want to understand how you see it. Tell me more.”

Why does this matter?
- It honors both stories and perspectives.
- Keeps the connection open, without defensiveness.
- Models curiosity and humility, even in disagreement.
- Builds trust as people feel safe to share honestly.

Connection isn’t about always agreeing, but about making space for each person’s story. This simple practice can bridge divides, encourage empathy, and deepen relationships.

04/07/2026

As a speaker, counselor, and founder of The SoulWell Center, I offer research-informed, practical seminars and workshops that help individuals and leaders engage stories with courage and care. Whether you’re seeking training for your staff, an encouraging retreat for parents, or a keynote to inspire connection and listening, I bring over 30 years of experience in blending relational wisdom with accessible tools for lasting impact.

Let’s work together to create meaningful spaces where stories are honored and relationships flourish.

Contact me to explore how we can collaborate and equip your group for deeper connection.

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04/05/2026

This Easter we celebrate our living hope.

“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.” — 1 Peter 1:3

The resurrection reminds us that new life is always possible.

Even in the places that feel quiet, broken, or unseen.

This season, may we be people who listen well, love deeply, and create space where others can be fully known.

03/31/2026

Grateful for a meaningful parent seminar with Dr. Jackie Perry at Grace Mills River Church .

Parents were encouraged to rethink how they respond to children in moments of distress, conflict, or disconnection. Rather than starting with correction or problem-solving, the focus was on connection through presence and attentive listening.

Drawing from neuroscience and attachment research, the seminar introduced cruciform listening, a posture that moves toward children with humility and love rather than authority alone. When parents listen this way, they communicate that their child’s inner world matters, even when behavior still needs guidance.

The evening also explored how a parent’s consistent presence helps shape a child’s nervous system through safety, co-regulation, and relational predictability laying the groundwork for deeper connection and resilience.

Listening isn’t passive. It’s the steady relational work that helps children feel seen, understood, and secure.

Interested in bringing Dr. Jackie Perry and this seminar to your church or community? Reach out to learn more.

03/26/2026

What if we start small?

We listen without rushing to fix.
We hold stories without needing to resolve them.
We let curiosity soften what fear has tightened.
We remember who listened to us when we were most unlovely and unsure.

And when we don’t know what to say, we stay.

03/23/2026

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03/18/2026

We live in a noisy world, but true healing starts when we listen. At SoulWell Center, we empower you to offer presence, not advice. Imagine the ripple effect if each of us truly listened to one another.

Who’s been a listener for you, especially when it mattered most? Tag them or share your story below!

03/12/2026

Scripture reminds us we are not alone in this landscape. Jesus lived in a world marked by division and mistrust. Yet one afternoon at a well, He listened. A small, holy act that changed everything for one woman’s story. At SoulWell Center, we believe love often begins not with answers, but with attention.

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03/02/2026

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02/27/2026

Real care sometimes means kindly noticing what’s hard.

“I hear your stress, but also your hope.”

Share observations gently to encourage honesty without judgment.

02/24/2026

Don’t rush to fill the quiet gaps.

Let the moment breathe.

Silence gives everyone a chance to reflect and feel seen.

Try it and see what unfolds.

02/23/2026

If you believe stories matter, especially the ones shaped by pain and hope, you’ll want to check out the The Allender Center podcast. A courageous, grace-filled space where trauma, faith, and healing are explored with honesty and care.