The Thrive Tapestry Project: Stories That Weave Us Together

The Thrive Tapestry Project is a growing space for reflection, connection, and storytelling. These stories come from individuals participating in our very first cohort—each one courageously exploring and sharing pieces of their life experience through writing. Guided by writing coach Nichole Christian and supported by a trusted small group, these writers are doing exactly what the project was created for: bringing voice to truth, healing, and strength through narrative.

This is just the beginning. The storytellers featured here will continue their journey with us in an upcoming session, and we expect their stories—like all stories—to keep unfolding.

The Tapestry Essays

Triggers and Triumphs

October 27, 2025 will mark probably the most significant milestone of my life: 10 years in my sobriety. Right now, it feels bigger even than becoming a mother—a single one, at that—to eight children. (That’s a triumph, too, but one for another day and a fuller story that I will celebrate soon enough.) Everything about

Rachel Minion

Sep 243 min read

Overcoming by Choice

Throughout my life—since I was old enough to listen and process words—family members, influencers, and church folk have told me that whenever I find myself struggling or battling something, ‘‘give it to

Cherish Minion

Sep 233 min read

Never Alone

Growing up in a small, quiet town called Butler, Alabama, I never thought anyone would value my words or want to hear my voice. I was very shy and timid throughout my young years. I was skinny and, in other people’s

Timothy Moss

Sep 164 min read