CONFLICTS CAN BE AVOIDED!We get into conflicts with other people because of us, not them. We can walk away from circumstances that are beginning to boil. We can decide that feeling peaceful is MORE important than forcing an opinion on someone else. And we can choose to seek God’s guidance in every tense situation. Making …
Letting go of the past certainly can seem challenging when old times hold so many precious memories and people you used to know. However, we must move on from the past if we ever want to live a happy, fulfilling future. Staying stuck in the past only promotes stagnation and depression, as we can’t ever …
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Are you trying to make your way through the death of a loved one? When a loved one dies, it can be devastating, and the feelings can be very powerful.
What do you do when you’re feeling low and want a quick boost? A recent university study tested 3 different methods for finding relief. They found a solution that costs nothing and delivers happiness in 12 minutes or less.Researchers at Iowa State University asked college students to walk around campus practicing specific mental techniques that …
Life is too short and precious to live only for others. I am a self-sufficient person. I pay the bills that require paying, I keep my priorities close to my heart, and I keep a nice home that I am proud to present to others.By doing these things, I prove to myself that I am …
A lot of us had it tough growing up. Sometimes it was because the family didn’t have a lot of money and we couldn’t have or do the same things that others kids did. Maybe you were bullied at school. Worst of all, perhaps you suffered abuse at the hands of your parents or caregivers.Fortunately, …
Be more daring when you face difficulty and who knows what you may achieve. “It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare; it is because we do not dare that they are difficult.” – Seneca the Younger This is a great quote to both contemplate and to apply to your life.How …
It’s one thing trying to improve your ability to control your own stress response so that you can combat anxiety and improve your health. But it’s quite another when you experience serious panic attacks that leave you crippled and that prevent you from engaging in normal activities.But in fact the tools you will use to …
A jam-packed existence is the result of living in the twenty-first century. You feel compelled to be as efficient as possible at work, home, and in your social life. Yet, these same endeavors can also wreak havoc on your emotions.How can you take care of your mental state as you strive to live your best …
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Life is overflowing with beauty. I see it in the smiling face of a small child, the smell of the rain, the movement of the wind over my skin, and the color of the setting sun. The beauty I need is all around me.My soul expands to match the grandeur of the beauty present in …
Did you know that most people on Earth say that they have social anxieties? It’s right up there with public speaking as one of the biggest fears. Social fears are one of the most common issues that a lot of people face or claim to face. It may be worse for some than for others, but social …
I am worthy, lovable, and complete.Today and each day, I have confidence in myself. I am thankful for all of the gifts I have to offer the world and all those that are offered to me. I trust in my own value and I know that I am worthy, lovable, and complete. My value is …
Happiness is one of the most commonly used words. We all say – the children look so happy.
Finding peace in the midst of grief will be difficult at the beginning, and there are really no rules for how long you should take to heal.
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It’s not unusual for a person to think they’re doing worse than they actually are. Some of us are just pessimistic. Progress can also be hard to see sometimes unless you’re looking in the right places for it.
I want you to remember that it is always a BIG mistake to judge your life by comparing it with others. Your circumstances are completely different..
Having a bit of positive thinking can help you realize things that are never thought possible.
I have been trying practice meditation to help calm my nerves. I have the hardest time to just sit down and just relax my mind. I can’t just sit still, I am always fidgeting and moving. There are so many positive benefits for you, that it is worth the 15-20 minutes a day to practice …
Have you ever been a coach to a neighborhood team? I know how it feels the first time I’ve coached a team of seven-year-old soccer kids and how much they can really test my patience, not to mention sanity as they run around kicking the ball like ants to a huge, white crumb. It feels …