1. You don’t need the perfect words
Come as you are—messy thoughts, half sentences, uncertainty and all. This isn’t a grammar test or a pitch meeting. It’s a conversation.

2. You will be met with respect, not pressure
No hard sell. No bait-and-switch. We listen first, then discern together what support actually makes sense.

3. This is a brave space, not a quick fix
Dining1on1 isn’t about band-aids or motivational speeches that wear off by Monday. If you reach out, expect honesty, reflection, and work that leads to real change.

4. Faith may be present, but people always come first
We are faith-anchored and purpose-driven, but never force-fed. You will be honored, not judged—wherever you are in your journey.

5. This work is relational, not transactional
We’re not here to “handle” people—we walk with them. That means confidentiality, care, and intention are non-negotiable.

6. If you’re tired but still hopeful—you’re in the right place
You don’t have to be at rock bottom. You just have to be honest enough to say, “I can’t keep doing it like this.”