Archive - The Diary of a Single Catholic Writer

Will Purgatory Be Painful?

“The purifying fires draw them ever upward and closer to God.” - St.

Jul 11 •

Jocelyn Soriano

A Different Approach to Healing Your Self-Esteem

Here is the biggest myth about self-esteem: That you can increase it enough up to a point when it cannot be challenged anymore

Published on The Diary of a Single Catholic Writer • Jul 8

What Do You Look Forward to When You Fear That Love Is About to Expire?

Is It Necessary for Love to Have an Expiration Date?

Jul 3 •

Jocelyn Soriano

6 Things You Should Never Say to Someone Who Is in Despair

Supporting someone who needs to find a little hope

Jul 1 •

Jocelyn Soriano

June 2025

I'd Like to Tell You About Grace

It’s not too late to remember those gentle eyes

Jun 27 •

Jocelyn Soriano

How Forgiveness Can Lead the Way to Healing and Freedom

“My idea of forgiveness is letting go of resentment that does not serve your better interest, ridding yourself of negative thoughts.

Published on The Diary of a Single Catholic Writer • Jun 23

What Are the Signs That You Genuinely Love Another Person?

And the signs that could tell you it isn’t true love

Jun 21 •

Jocelyn Soriano

How Fiction Can Help You Face Adversity

5 Reasons To Read Fiction During Troubled Times

Jun 17 •

Jocelyn Soriano

Why Devotionals Matter in Times of Loss

The healing power of daily devotionals

Jun 12 •

Jocelyn Soriano

Why Is It So Hard to Be a Good Person?

And how God can help us in our struggle to be good

Jun 9 •

Jocelyn Soriano

How Do You Change The World For Good?

A brief reflection on this simple way to start changing the world today.

Jun 6 •

Jocelyn Soriano

Have You Tried Amazon Audiobook With Virtual Voice?

Here's what happened and why you may also want to try this feature

Jun 3 •

Jocelyn Soriano

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