We have all experienced tiredness, discouragement, lack of inspiration and overall spiritual fatigue. Like a pitcher full of water, we pour into others, helping to fill the emptiness within them. We pour into our children, marriages, co-workers, friends, church and community. But, unfortunately, we have a tendency to do this while we find ourselves beginning to … Read more
“Motherhood is the exquisite inconvenience of being another person’s everything.” —Unknown. Motherhood is love and selflessness in its purest form. A mother loves so hard and sacrifices so much to ensure her children are taken care of. Many moms make sure their children always have the latest and the best of everything… while they are still … Read more
Losing a job can be a terrifying thing. Thoughts about how to pay the rent or mortgage or put food on the table add pressure. A person who is the family’s sole source of income can feel even more overwhelmed. Added to this stress is the feeling of failure that many experiences, even if the … Read more
In today’s day and age where everything can be Googled, it seems many people have forgotten the power of words. In particular, not everyone knows how to use words to control situations and get what they want. Some may think that being straightforward is the only way or that it’s just not worth it if … Read more
To make it in a man’s world, I’ve had to play by his rules. But I’m realizing that there’s nothing wrong with the differences delineating woman from man and I‘m ready to embrace myself fully! The problem is, I’ve been suppressing my “woman-ness” to be successful for so long, I’m not sure how to give off the right amount of feminine … Read more
Many of us struggle with the occasional negative thought. When these thoughts invade our minds, we weaken our confidence, destroy our mood. Even our outlook on life can change for the worst. Our daughters struggle with the same pains and problems. They need encouraging words more often than not. So, look no further because we … Read more
Do you toss and turn at night believing you’re all on your own, with no one to confide in? It happens to the best of us. Using affirmations for overcoming feelings of loneliness is a quick and effective way to get out of this depressing rut. By reading them throughout the day or repeating them … Read more
“Respect isn’t earned, it’s given.” I’m sure you’ve heard this saying before. Basically, it means to act in a way that is worthy of respect. Unfortunately, many people misapply the saying. They use it to justify not respecting someone else, and this shouldn’t be so. I think you can agree with me when I say … Read more
Nobody knows how many promising artists give up their craft because they lack self-confidence. You can act on your creative impulses and express yourself through art when you believe in your abilities. However, even the most productive creatives can feel burnt-out, and a blank canvas looks intimidating when you’re grappling with an artist’s block. To … Read more
Pregnancy is an amazing journey of life creation. During these nine months, the only thing you think about is the baby and its well-being. However, too much overthinking can sometimes lead to feelings of stress, anxiety, and fear. Think of your baby as a boat and your body as the sea. The sea needs to … Read more