Be Kind to Humankind Week is wrapping up with Forgive Your Foe Friday. Try to find enough forgiveness in your heart to alleviate any anger you may be feeling towards other people or even towards yourself. This can be difficult, but it's extremely necessary. Forgiving someone who has hurt you is difficult. Forgiving yourself is difficult. But in forgiveness, we are free.Kind Tips:Forgive yourself when you make a mistake.Consume positive & uplifting content every day.Try praying, deep breathing or meditating to clear your mind.Don’t hold a grudge.Practice thinking good thoughts, not hateful ones.Try to make sense of what happened.Being able to forgive is very difficult, but putting effort into learning to forgive is worthwhile. Holding a grudge is bad for your health and the recipients.Be the first to make the move towards reconciliation. If your attempts fail, at least you tried.Look for insightful books on the topic of forgiving. We recommend the Bible! This may be an excellent source of help for you.
Today is Thoughtful Thursday for Be Kind to Humankind Week. Be mindful of those around you. Whether at home, at school or work, or in public, try to always be thoughtful and considerate to other people.Kind Tips:Hold doors open for people behind youGive your seat to someone else when on the bus or the trainAllow a person with fewer items to go in front of you in lineLeave a nice note for a co-worker or classmateSay please, thank you, excuse me, and you’re welcome. So often we do forget to say these simple but important courtesies.Pick up the phone and say hello to a friend who’s in need of a little conversation.Invite a friend/relative over for lunch.Get involved in volunteer work in your community.Try to be more conscientious of others' feelings.Send a person who is feeling down a little note to lift their spirits, or a little gift (trinket) of some sort. Just letting them know that you are thinking of them helps so much.
In honor of Be Kind to Humankind Week, today is Willing to Lend a Hand Wednesday. Share below in the comments with a Kind Tip, or if you need an idea, here are some:Offer to bring in a neighbor’s mail if they won’t be home for a few daysTake an older friend or relative food shopping or to the doctor’s officePick up any trash you see in your neighborhood and put it in the garbageHelp a classmate or co-worker with their workDon’t leave things messy, clean up after yourselfTake the initiative to go out and help a sick person you know with yard work, housekeeping etc. Don’t wait for them to ask you for the help, they usually won’t.Help a friend move, or at least pack for the move.Pick up groceries for a homebound person.
This is Be Kind to Humankind Week and today's theme is Touch-a-Heart Tuesday. Take the opportunity to show your love towards others. Just like the old 60's tune "Put a little love in your heart", this stands very true even to this day. After all, love is eternal and a little bit of love goes a long way.Kind Tips• Mail an uplifting card to someone.• Practice being a good listener, don’t jump to offer advice.• Don’t hesitate to offer a compliment.• Leave a short note for someone letting them know you appreciate them.• Call someone just to say “Hi”.• Give someone a plant or flowers to brighten their day.• Tell those that you love, “I love you”.• Make a pot of homemade chicken soup for someone who is too sick to cook.• If you find it difficult to actually say the words “I love you” to someone you love, try writing them a letter.• Give a call to an elderly relative to just say “Hi”. They will be so happy to hear from you!• Volunteer at a hospital or nursing home. There are also many sick children in hospitals who would love to receive a card or letters to brighten their day and let them know that people care.
Steady growth, stubborn inflation: Q3 2026 market outlookEconomic growth remains solid, but investors continue to face questions around inflation, interest rates and AI-driven market expectations. Explore Thrivent's 2026 Mid-Year Market Outlook for perspective on what may lie ahead. ⬇️
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Celebrating 38 years of marriage for Kris and Debbie Pahl!What a beautiful testament to faith, love, commitment, and God’s grace. Your journey together reflects the strength of a Christ-centered partnership and the blessing of walking through life hand in hand.Congratulations, Kris and Debbie, on 38 wonderful years. May God continue to bless your marriage, your family, and the legacy you’re building together.#MarriageMilestone #FaithAndFamily #Blessed #AdvocateWealthAdvisors
Two of our very own Advocate Wealth Advisors are getting the amazing opportunity to attend the match tonight. We better hear your cheers, Kris and Steve! 🇺🇸U-S-A! U-S-A! U-S-A!🇺🇸
12 Best Home Exercises for Seniors to Do TodayIt’s National Senior Health & Fitness Day!Staying active plays an important role in overall well-being at every stage of life.Here are some simple exercises to consider:👉 https://wellfitinsider.com/seniors/best-home-exercises-for-seniors/A healthy lifestyle can support the life you want to live in retirement.#SeniorHealth #StayActive #HealthyLiving #RetirementLifestyle #FloridaAdvisorsFor disclosures, please see thrivent.com/social
Lessons from a young investorHappy National Investing Day!Looking for a little inspiration? This recent article shares lessons and perspectives that can help shape how we think about investing over time:👉 https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/spring-2026/lessons-from-a-young-investorNo matter where you are in your journey, taking time to learn and stay informed can make a difference.#NationalInvestingDay #InvestWithPurpose #FinancialEducation #FaithAndFinance #FloridaAdvisorsFor disclosures, please see thrivent.com/social
Are your retirement savings on track?Schedule a check-in before April 1 to explore options to strengthen your savings and make the most of your retirement years.
Our team was introduced to a mother of two middle-school daughters after she lost her husband unexpectedly.During a season marked by grief and life changes, we were able to guide her through important financial decisions and planning considerations. Today, she feels confident about her family’s financial future and the path ahead. #HeartfeltStories #FamilySupport #FinancialPlanning #FaithAndFinance #AdvocateWealthAdvisorsFor disclosures, please see thrivent.com/social
Interest rates are shifting. Understanding the purpose and timeline of your cash can help you decide whether and how to invest it for optimal returns. Ask yourself two questions. ⬇️See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.
Thrivent Action Teams have helped one Bradenton-area congregation support events like Mardi Gras and Trunk or Treat, while also assisting more than 22 local ministries over several years.Through these projects, church members were able to organize outreach efforts that served neighbors throughout Manatee County, strengthening community connections and expanding programs that meet local needs. We love hearing about the way our clients impact the community and spread generosity!#HeartfeltStories #ThriventActionTeam #CommunityImpact #FaithInAction #AdvocateWealthAdvisorsFor disclosures, please see thrivent.com/social
During a family medical crisis, one couple reached out for help when they needed assistance accessing accounts and understanding financial decisions for a loved one.They connected with advisor Kim and our team, who worked with them through the process while they were managing many personal challenges. Later, when they explored new investments, they chose to continue working with Thrivent after reviewing several options, moving forward with clearer understanding of services available #HeartfeltStories #FinancialGuidance #FaithInAction #FloridaPlanning #AdvocateWealthAdvisorsFor disclosures, please see thrivent.com/social
Another couple we serve often comes to meetings ready to learn and eager to understand their finances – often asking: What are we learning today?They grew up with limited financial resources and now, in retirement, are experiencing stability through faithful saving and careful planning. They continue asking thoughtful questions and are working toward building a future that supports both their family and the organizations they care about — a journey we’re honored to walk alongside #HeartfeltStories #LegacyPlanning #FaithAndStewardship #FloridaAdvisors #AdvocateWealthAdvisorsFor disclosures, please see thrivent.com/social
Several members of Advocate Wealth Advisors had the privilege to attend Redeeming Money 2026 Conference with Kingdom Advisors last week. We were challenged personally and professionally on the integration of biblical financial wisdom in our lives and how to help clients align faith values with financial decisions and investments.
Sign up with the link below to join the live Economic Update with Advocate Wealth Advisor Team, Dru Schneeberger and Investment Consultant Peter McFarlane CFP, CIMA. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9_8TDdV3RMmuidrCQ_t4Bg No products will be sold. Speaker is not affiliated with Thrivent. Views are their own. See thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures.
We recently worked with a couple in their late 50s who had faced several medically challenging years and were uncertain whether early retirement could be an option.After completing a retirement evaluation, they learned that their consistent saving over time positioned them to retire earlier than expected and with retirement income exceeding their working years. Moments like these — when uncertainty turns into clarity — are what we often reflect on as part of our amazing journey alongside our clients. #HeartfeltStories #RetirementPlanning #FaithDrivenFinance #FloridaRetirement #AdvocateWealthAdvisorsFor disclosures, please see thrivent.com/social
The cost of cash: Where to invest when interest rates shiftWhether you’re saving for something big, looking to generate a steady income, or seeking flexible access to your cash, there are smart ways to keep your money productive and there for you when you need it—regardless of shifting interest rates.Explore your options below and let’s connect to keep your goals on track as interest rates change.
