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
Do you ever find yourself offering help to someone? Do you often give sincere and genuine compliments? If so, you probably enjoy making other people happy. No matter what form it comes in, kindness is one of the most important values we need to learn in this life—and the best part is, it’s totally free! … 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
Your comfort zone. Your safe haven. Your stress-free situation. Or your happy place. Whatever name you choose to give it, this is where you feel most at ease. Only it’s not a place, but a feeling. One that’s familiar and warm. And offers sanctuary when things get too much. Because they do get too much … Read more
Introverts unite! Well, not actually in person – that would be way too exhausting. But we can unite virtually through these absolutely hilarious introvert memes! As an introvert myself, I spend an embarrassing amount of time perusing the internet for funny pictures and jokes that perfectly sum up my solo, homebody lifestyle. But among all … Read more
When someone calls you submissive, I bet you get all riled up or feel upset. That’s okay. We are conditioned to see submissiveness as a weakness. And it’s way worse if you are a woman because it’s commonly viewed that a submissive woman is a weak woman – a person who says “yes and amen,” … Read more
When my folks were newly-wed, my dad had to do his military service, which lasted about two years. Of course, this was in the time when you had to find a payphone to call your loved ones, the internet wasn’t even a dream yet, and there was no such thing as instant messaging (unless you … Read more
I think you’ll agree with me on this that the real heroes in our lives don’t have superpowers and don’t wear cool costumes. Instead, we most likely have a parent who does everything to make sure we are raised right and have a good life. It could be a group of strangers who offered a … Read more