When you do not know how to help, what do you do? We are a family impacted by mental illness. It came like a thief in the night, robbing us of all normalcy and turning our lives upside down. We had no idea what hit us. Many friends walked away out of fear or not…
Does it seem like everyone else is having more fun? As you peruse through your Instagram feed do the smiling faces jump right off the screen shouting, “I have more fun than you.” One begins to wonder, “Why didn’t I get their life?” I have spent my fair share of time living in the…
At first glance, one might think the question, “Do you want to be happy?” to be absurd. After all, doesn’t everyone want happiness? However, if you genuinely desire happiness you must choose to work towards it and avoid the pitfall of unhappiness?
We were ending a great weekend away with friends when I chimed in, “Let’s get our trip scheduled on the calendar for next year.” I had caught everyone by surprise except of course my husband who knows I am the ultra planner. I love planning. It ensures I get done what I need to…
Are you waiting for things to change before you choose to be content? Maybe you are waiting for the children to grow up, the illness to pass, the raise to come or your circumstances to become more favorable and then you will enjoy life. Maybe its time to stop waiting and find the key to…
Is there anything wrong with wanting joy and happiness in your life? Quite honestly, I want both! However, only one will sustain us in all circumstances. What is the difference between Joy & Happiness?
When you hear the word boundaries what does it elicit in your mind? Do you have a sense of calm come over you knowing the beauty boundaries can bring? Or do you feel this struggle inside wondering where to draw the line?
I thought you might enjoy seeing what sparked interest in the community at “Embracing the Unexpected” in the first quarter of 2018. Find out what resonated with our readers by seeing what they viewed, commented on, or shared the most.
Are you strong and independent? Not bad traits to have. But does it sometimes get in the way when you are emotionally wounded? I can’t tell you how many times I have shut God and others out when trying to heal in my own power. Many times we don’t recognize the walls we have built…
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