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July 7, 2019

Addiction and Recovery

The long road of recovery can include deep and thoughtful introspection by those battling addiction. Through their essays, several contributors share their inspiring beliefs and experiences. Click the links below to read their statements. Living in Manageable Moments The Serenity...

July 3, 2019

Independence Day

When the founding fathers signed the Declaration of Independence, they pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor. Many essayists for This I Believe share that dedication to the principles on which our country was created. Click the links...

June 24, 2019

A Passion for Sports

We are in the middle of the Women's World Cup, and baseball season is in full swing. But you don't have to play sports in front of a national audience to learn life lessons that come from physical activity and...

June 19, 2019

Saying Goodbye

Sometimes a goodbye is a casual comment to a colleague we’ll see tomorrow. Other times we say farewell to a loved one we’ll never see again. The moments of transition that we mark with a see you soon, a goodbye,...

June 11, 2019

Fatherhood

In honor of Father's Day, we offer this selection of essays about fatherhood—from the fathers who influenced us, to the fathers we hope to become. Click the links below to read how fathers and fatherhood have inspired some of our...

June 3, 2019

Lost and Found

It was J.R.R. Tolkein who wrote "Not all those who wander are lost." And we might add that not all those who are lost need to be found. For some, getting lost is just an unexpected opportunity for something new...

May 20, 2019

Stand by Your Man… or Woman

The wedding vows encourage the couple to remain faithful through good times and bad, in sickness and in health. The bonds of love between spouses can offer strength and hope regardless of the challenge a marriage may face. Click the...

May 14, 2019

Asian-Pacific Heritage

May is Asian-Pacific Heritage Month—a celebration of the rich history of Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. Click on the links below to read more from those whose Asian heritage has formed a foundation for their core beliefs....

May 6, 2019

Mother’s Day

In honor of mothers everywhere—new mothers, grandmothers, stepmothers, adoptive mothers, and mothers-in-law—we say thank you. As it turns out, a lot of people write This I Believe essays about the mother-child relationship, and we are happy to feature a handful...