Loving Life

Dear Women,

As a man, I want to share a very important aspect on behalf of all men. When you make us feel needed, when you show us that we are serving a purpose in your lives, our hearts open deeply. It awakens something profound within us—a sense of value, direction, and fulfillment that fuels our very being.

So, dear women, when you show us that we are your men, your warriors, your kings, it touches the core of our souls in ways words cannot fully capture. It is in this recognition that we truly come alive, not just as individuals but as the protectors and providers we long to be for you.

As men, we desire to be your safe space, your pillars of strength, and the ones who carry the burdens you no longer wish to hold alone. There is an ancient part of us that thrives on your trust—when you lean into us and allow us to carry you through life’s storms. In those moments, we feel the weight of our purpose, and we embrace it fully.

When you acknowledge the hard work we pour into building a life, whether through physical labor, emotional effort, or silent sacrifice, you give us a sense of being seen and valued. In a world where we are often told to hide our struggles, your recognition becomes our greatest refuge. Your gratitude, even for the smallest efforts, becomes the wind beneath our wings.

When you embrace your softness, your warmth, and your nurturing nature, it inspires us to meet your tenderness with our strength. Your femininity doesn’t make us weaker; it makes us stronger. It stirs a primal instinct within us to rise up and protect what we hold most precious—you.

As men, we are often conditioned to hide our emotions, to carry our pain silently. Yet when you create a space where we can share our fears, our wounds, and our dreams without judgment, it allows us to heal. In your understanding, we find the courage to be fully human—to be men who are both strong and vulnerable.

When you trust us to lead, not out of submission but out of partnership, it empowers us beyond measure. Your belief in our abilities strengthens our resolve and reminds us of our responsibility to lead with love, respect, and integrity. It shows us that leadership is not about control, but about building a foundation where we can all thrive.

When you forgive our shortcomings and love us despite our imperfections, you show us the power of grace. Your love becomes our redemption, pushing us to grow into men worthy of you. In your forgiveness, we learn humility, accountability, and the beauty of unconditional love.

When you stand beside us in our struggles, as pillars of strength or whispers of encouragement, you remind us that we are not alone. Your loyalty becomes our anchor in a chaotic world, teaching us that true partnership is forged not in perfection but in resilience.

And dear women, when you celebrate our victories, no matter how small, it fuels us to aim higher. Your belief in us becomes the foundation on which we build our greatest dreams. It is your love and encouragement that ignite a fire within us, inspiring us to achieve more than we ever thought possible.

As men, we carry within us a deep desire to honor, protect, and provide for you. Your presence in our lives is not just a blessing—it is a sacred purpose we hold close to our hearts. You are our muses, our safe havens, and the reason we push ourselves to become better.

So, dear women, thank you. Thank you for trusting us, loving us, and allowing us to serve and protect you. In your love, we find our strength. In your faith, we discover our purpose. And in your hearts, we find our truest home.

- Abhikesh

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard something along the lines of, “Christmas is all about being with family.”

(I’ll be honest, I’ve heard this a lot on the Hallmark movies I watched. But also from other people.)

This expression has been bothering me.

Christmas is a wonderful, beautiful time to get together with family and love on one another.

Absolutely.

But Christmas is not about our families.

It’s not about us getting together and having a party.

Christmas is fully about Christ.

His birth and all that came from Him becoming human.

Whether or not we are with our family, the purpose of the celebration of Christmas doesn’t change even a little bit.

Because even if the party doesn’t happen, Jesus still came.

Even if your family is in a bad place and people aren’t getting along, Jesus is still God who came in human flesh.

Even if you find yourself alone on Christmas, the greatest gift you will ever receive does not change even an iota.

It’s okay to feel grief if your typical Christmas traditions aren’t happening this year with your family.

But just remember this holiday isn’t actually about being with your family.

It’s about Jesus.

And the beautiful thing is that no plans or lack there of can steal that from you.

It’s set in stone.

Jesus came.

He is the reason we have Christmas.

So friend, I pray this year that no matter what is happening with your family or with your plans, you will still get to experience the fullness of the goodness of this holiday.

I pray you are met with the peace and love of your Father who did something absolutely astounding over 2000 years ago... for you.

It’s truly something to celebrate.

And it’s the real purpose of Christmas.