Take Heart

A free, monthly gathering for encouragement and real connection.

First Tuesday of each month · 6:30 p.m. ET
Next gathering: February 3

Free to attend. Sharing is always optional.

Join the Next Take Heart Gathering

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Take Heart

A free, monthly gathering for encouragement and real connection.

First Tuesday of each month · 6:30 p.m. ET
Next gathering: February 3

Free to attend. Sharing is always optional.

Join the Next Take Heart Gathering

Not ready to sign up yet? Scroll to learn what to expect →

A Place to Be Heard

Take Heart is a calm, welcoming space to receive encouragement, practice resilience, and feel less alone—especially when pain, grief, or stress is heavy.

You’ll leave with:

Steadier breath and clearer thoughts
Words you can return to
The lift that comes from real connection

Take Heart by Rick Cram; PLAN TO BE YOUR BEST is more than a method—it’s the way to find your way.

What Happens in a Gathering 

A simple rhythm—designed for real life:

A short grounding to settle and reset
One idea from PLAN TO BE YOUR BEST (clear + practical)
A few gentle prompts for reflection
Optional sharing (or you can simply listen)
A close you can carry into your week

Length: ~45 minutes on Zoom
Cost: Free

Encouragement Changes the Moment

Encouragement isn’t extra. It’s a form of strength.

In Take Heart, encouragement flows in three ways:

You’re encouraged by others who understand
You strengthen how you encourage yourself
You experience the lift of encouraging someone else

When pain is loud, encouragement helps you hear yourself again.

This Is For You If…

You’re living with pain, grief, stress, or exhaustion
You want a safe space to be real (without performing positivity)
You need connection—without pressure
You want encouragement that’s practical, not shallow

You’re always welcome—sharing is optional.

Your Host

Rick Cram

Resilience Coach and creator of PLAN TO BE YOUR BEST—a practical and human framework for clarity, resilience, and steady next steps when life is hard.

This gathering is part of Rick’s commitment to help people feel heard, encouraged, and connected—even in pain.