Heal

Our world needs healing, and Grotto’s community is devoted to encouraging and initiating the healing process. Making a lasting impact can be as simple as offering hope to those around you. Here we share stories about how our community has embodied that healing inspiration for others.

Seeing how art connects us can open our eyes — this author noticed how Ukrainian art helped him connect with his past as well as the artist.

The Small Art Stuck in this War

Read this reflective narrative about what it's like to be a federal public defender.

‘How Can You Work for Those People?’

Learn to love where you live by reading this author's personal story.

When My New Hometown Felt Dull, I Had to Kindle Wonder

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Read this reflective narrative about changing majors in college.

‘I Hated All My Classes’

Do you have a commencement speech you can't stop thinking about?

The Commencement Address We Can’t Stop Thinking About

Listen to our newest podcast episode about why mental health matters.

Good and Decent S2|E7: Reaching Out

Have no time but still want to volunteer? Try these 7 easy ways to volunteer when you have no time.

7 Ways to Volunteer When You Don’t Have Much Time

Read this reflective narrative about me re-thinking my college life.

‘I’ve Seen All That the World Has to Offer. It’s Not Enough.’

How would you spend 4,000 weeks on this Earth?

You Have 4,000 Weeks to Live — How Are You Spending Them?

Watch how Myron is a mental health advocate while also navigating his life after college.

Raiders Newcomer Advocates for Mental Health

Read what this author learned from Moon Knight about mental health and freedom.

Moon Knight’s Lessons About Mental Health and Freedom

"Hold on to the light" — this is one of the lessons Jon Batiste's music teaches us.

How Jon Batiste’s Music Can Help Us ‘Hold On To the Light’

Follow these seven habits if you want to take charge of your life.

7 Habits to Help You Take Charge of Your Life