Emily Mae Mentock

In addition to her writing, Emily was the curator of the #GrottoMusic playlists.

Take these career lessons from Ted Lasso.

Ted Lasso Taught Me 5 Career Lessons

Article / Career & Finance

Wanting ways to give back during the holidays? Try one of these 17.

17 Ideas for Giving Back This Holiday Season

Article / Volunteer

Is Kanye West's conversion authentic?

Should We Believe Kanye’s Conversion Is Authentic?

Article / Belief

Watching-Star-Wars-for-the-First-Time

Why I Finally Decided to Watch ‘Star Wars’

Article / Relationships

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3 Tips for Intentional Online Dating

Article & Video / Relationships

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What It Really Looks Like to Live an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle

Article / Volunteer

The-Power-of-Social-Media

Why I Believe in Social Media as a Force for Good

Article / Community

Questions-to-Ask-Before-Getting-Married

3 Questions to Ask Before Getting Married

Article & Video / Relationships

Read this author's reflection about the Notre Dame Cathedral fire and why it was so hard to watch.

Why It Was So Hard to Watch the Notre Dame Fire

Article / Community

Try out these 4 informal different ways to pray — no words necessary!

4 Informal Ways to Pray (No Words Necessary)

Article / Prayer

Read this author's account of going back to confession after years away.

How It Felt to Return to Confession After Years Away

Article / Belief

Learn about what 'wishful recycling' is and tips for stopping it.

What You Need to Know About ‘Wishful Recycling’

Article / Volunteer

Try these 4 ways to handle stress-filled weeks.

4 Ways I Reclaim Control of a Crazy Busy Week

Article & Video / Health & Wellness

Do these 3 things to find your calling.

3 Things to Do to Help You Find Your Calling

Article / Career & Finance

Here's why it's important and how to create a social life outside of work.

How to Build Social Connections Outside of Work

Article / Career & Finance

This author's morning coffee cup is her way for how to get through hard times, which is any time pre-9am for her.

How I Found Joy in the Struggle

Article / Prayer

Wondering how to accept yourself for who you are? This author shares her journey to true self-acceptance and self-love.

How I Discovered the True Meaning of Self-Acceptance

Here are 5 self-care things to do over spring break that you can use to recharge, whether this is your skyline view from an airplane window or if you've got a staycation planned.

5 Self-Care Practices You Can Do Over Spring Break

Article / Health & Wellness

Try these 7 stress relief activities to avoid burnout.

7 Things to Do Every Weekend to Avoid Burnout

Article & Video / Health & Wellness

Read about how to make friends at church from an author who went through it when she came back to Mass.

How I Made Friends When I Came Back to Church

Article / Community

Read why sending thoughts and prayers does make a difference.

Why Thoughts and Prayers Do Make a Difference

Article / Prayer

Becoming financially independent from parents includes a lot of calculations, budgeting, and planning, like this woman sitting on the floor of her living room in front of her computer late at night.

What Happened When I Stopped Letting My Parents Pay For Everything

Article / Career & Finance

Does it really matter what I wear to Mass? Read this author's answer to that question.

Does It Matter What I Wear to Mass?

Article / Prayer

Wondering how to make a decision? Determine what your goals are, like this journal illustration of the word 'goals' within a lightbulb.

Before You Make Any Decision, Ask Yourself This One Thing

Article / Career & Finance

After asking herself, 'why can't I meditate,' this young woman started writing in her journal to gain the same mindfulness benefits.

I Suck at Meditating, But Journaling Helps Me Instead

Article / Health & Wellness

Woman looking off into the sky wondering how to be happier.

Why ‘Awe’ Might Be the Secret Ingredient for Happiness

Article / Health & Wellness

A young woman researching how to make friends as an adult while sitting in loungewear on her couch, staring at her phone.

The Quick Guide to Making Friends as an Adult

Article / Relationships

Woman who has learned how to become the best version of herself, standing confidently on an overpass with her back to the camera. She's looking down at the busy city street below.

Beyond Mentorship: Why Having a Hero Will Change Your Mindset

Article / Navigate Life

Seven bridesmaids, smiling and laughing, seeing the author Emily as a bride for the first time on her wedding day.

A Newlywed’s Promise to Her Single Friends

Article / Relationships

This woman knows how to enjoy being single, sitting confidently on a wooden bench with her back to the camera. She's looking out across a river at a busy city skyline.

5 Things I Did to Make the Most of My Single Years

Article / Relationships

Learn why keep a gratitude journal all year round here.

Why You Should Keep a Gratitude Journal All Year Round

Article / Health & Wellness

Bearded man researching what to do when you lose your job, while sitting on a brick wall above the city skyline.

Losing Your Job Could Actually Ignite Your Career

Article / Career & Finance

Woman closing her eyes, praying and drinking coffee in the morning sunshine, while standing in a messy kitchen.

How My Morning Coffee Transformed My Spiritual Life

Article / Prayer

Explore more Grotto

Download this guide for exploring the Old Town neighborhood in Chicago.

Free Download: What to See, Eat, Explore, Do, Try in Old Town

Get to know Old Town, a Chicago neighborhood, with this comprehensive guide.

Welcome to the Neighborhood: Old Town

Find out the benefits of improv class for people looking to become more vulnerable and unafraid to fail.

Improv Taught Me to Embrace the Fail

Find out why using humor in the classroom is an effective strategy to keep students engaged.

How Humor Can Help You Learn

Watch how Christian comedian Ellis Aych connects with God in his work.

Using Comedy to Showcase Life’s Beauty

Read this reflective narrative about Camp John Marc, a place for kids with chronic illnesses and disabilities, and the joy in this special space.

Joy That Refuses To Be Eclipsed

Listen to Good & Decent's latest episode reflecting on the benefits of laughing and inspirational comedians.

Good and Decent EP 21: Comedy of Life

Importance-Of-Voting

It’s More Important than Ever to Engage in Politics

Practice these morning stretches to start your day intentionally.

Start Your Day With These Yoga Postures

Watch how Aram's improv comedy class instills confidence and creativity in the Chicago community.

Creative Magic Behind Chicago’s Improv Comedy