Do you cover up your perfectionism with the mantra “striving for excellence? Of course, doing our best is always a pleasant thing, but when we blur the lines between good and perfect, it begins to hurt us and those we love. Join me, as we look at ten clues, which reveal when we are striving for perfection,…
Are you living in the midst of the unexpected? If you are not in the middle of the unanticipated, I can guarantee you it is on its way. No matter how much we plan and prepare the truth is life is unpredictable. The bigger question is will you have what it takes to embrace the…
I am no foreigner to judgments heaped upon those who live in the midst of mental illness. For the last 14 years, I have been in the trenches with people and their families who struggle. It always grieves my heart to hear people judging others when they have absolutely no understanding of what it…
Judgments are human nature, but they do cause problems. Do you want to stop judging others today and have more peace and enjoyment in relationships? Join me in being willing to adopt a non-judgmental stance. Remember, it is not about perfection; it is about progress.
Do you want to love others unconditionally but find it nearly impossible? Do you feel frustrated, angry, upset, or like a failure every time you try? Perhaps your approach could benefit from a new perspective. Learn how to tease out the true meaning of unconditional love with these ten steps.
When it comes to trusting God, do you say the words that all Christians are supposed to say – “I trust God in all things?” But then you glance down and notice your fingers clenched tight and your knuckles turning white, and you realize you do not rely on anyone, let alone God, whom you…
I couldn’t quite understand what was happening inside of me as I pulled into the ski resort. It was an unexpected feeling of anxiety that I rarely have. Today was my first day back snow skiing after an injury. I had worked nine hard months of diligently rehabbing my knee to make this day happen,…
I love books! I have, to be honest – I buy more books than I will ever be able to read during my lifetime. Do you do that too? Today, I want to share ten of my favorite books with you. I have included
The holidays are here! For some, this brings excitement and anticipation of wonderful gatherings full of joy, family, friendship, and love. I say if that is you—embrace it and enjoy every second of it! However, what if you have a family member who struggles with mental illness? They might have a different outlook. Mental…
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