In a world and society like ours here in the U.S., it is easy to get caught up in the abundance of material things. Sadly, our communities have equated blessings to how much money we have, the cars we drive, the home(s) we own, and being viewed by others as successful. One of the first questions … Read more
Despite the importance of maintaining mental health and well-being, many people still neglect this part of their lives. One of the most common stress-related problems people face is insomnia. While medication for this condition may seem like an easy solution, it can have detrimental effects on your mind and body. Instead, practicing nighttime affirmations could … Read more
Getting along with people can be a challenge, but when you have to get along with your relationship partner, it can become a disaster when you don’t have some common ground you agree on. In fancy terms, these are the non-negotiables in a relationship, which help keep you away from each other’s throats and minimize … Read more
When there is hate towards a parent, it is usually associated with some intense degree of pain, frustration, and disappointment. Either they were an absent parent who made us feel unwanted, or they were there but unbearable to live with. Your parent was possibly verbally or physically abusive or both. Or maybe your parent … Read more
I love meeting people. Getting to know someone new is a great way to make friends, exchange ideas, and broaden your horizons, but not all people share this idea. Sadly, I recently met my match when I tried to draw the new girl at the salon into a discussion on “life and everything else.” It … Read more
Most of us have a certain degree of wanderlust, a need to travel and see the world. However, the world has changed a lot in the last few years. So instead of invoking feelings of joy and excitement, the thought of traveling can cause anxiety. Travel affirmations can help you overcome the pandemic-induced fear of … Read more
My friend, Sarah, has always been a bit different than other ladies. She’s often been called unstable, manic, and unreliable by people in her social circle. One word that people use to describe her is “moody.” But is she really, or is she different because her thought patterns are different from yours or mine? Can … Read more
Are you contemplating “coming out,” or do you know someone who is? Whatever the case, words of encouragement for someone coming out can turn lives around. To feel uplifted, supported, accepted, and celebrated is a wonderful feeling and a powerful tool for empowerment. It builds confidence and self-esteem while smashing negative emotions. Words of encouragement … Read more
When I was little, my mom was quick to teach me that every occasion had a dress code. She’d say, “You wear your bathing suit to the beach, you wear your play clothes outside, and you wear your Sunday best or ‘neat’ – formal or modest – clothes for church and wakes.” As a child, … Read more
I was hanging out with my gran recently, helping her clean out some cupboards and such, when I came across a box of old love letters from my grandpa to her. These yellowed papers were much-read and deeply loved, and I felt like I was holding a piece of their hearts in my hands. My … Read more