Christmas is more than lights, lists, and last-minute shopping. It is the celebration of our Savior – the miracle of God with us. Yet in the midst of the season’s beauty, many feel overwhelmed. I write these words surrounded by the signs of the season— ornaments waiting to be hung, garland draped across the table, […]
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a devotional moment Scripture:“She will be a crown of splendor in the Lord’s hand, a royal diadem in the hand of your God.” — Isaiah 62:3 Reflection:In the quiet place of surrender, she kneels—not in shame, but in reverence. Her hands are clasped, her heart laid bare. And there, in the presence of Jesus, she
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Everyone has heard of a vision board, but many people aren’t entirely clear on what one is or what it can do for them. A vision board is a visualization and reminder tool consisting of images, affirmations, and quotes that can inspire, motivate, and encourage action. Many people find vision boards useful tools in their
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There is a popular meme going around that says My brain has too many tabs open. 4 of them are frozen and I have no idea where the music is coming from. Have you ever felt like that? If you were on your computer with too many tabs open you would simply click on the
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Are you tired of the clutter and disorganization in your home and/or work area? Getting organized is a great way to take control of your life. When your home or workspace is cluttered and chaotic, you’re more likely to feel overwhelmed and stuck. With so many things seeming to need your attention, it gets difficult
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In 2012 I read the book “One Perfect Word” by Debbie Macomber. “The surprising thing is that when we decide to focus on one word for the year,” Debbie writes, “God takes part in the choosing. That’s why the word is perfect for us. We may not see it at the time, but as we
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I , like many others, look forward to the holidays with great expectations for family, friends, and time to enjoy the seasons. The holidays offer great foods, much-needed time from work, and the opportunity to reconnect with loved ones. While the holidays can be a joyous time, they can also be very stressful and cause
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Have you seen them? Are you fretting over them? They are now filling your social media feeds, Pinterest, favorite magazine, and holiday ads on TV: perfect versions of Christmas. While they are nice to look at and can inspire your holiday decorating, cooking, and gift-giving, there’s a hidden danger in these perfect depictions of Christmas
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Ask anyone what they desire in life, and more often than not, the answer comes back as some variation of “be happier.” The pursuit of happiness has been around since time began, the topic being a discussion point since the days of Plato and Socrates. Is happiness truly so hard to find? Thankfully, happiness is
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We are taught to be kind to others. Yet, it’s often easy to forget that you have to start with being kind to yourself. Does it make you uncomfortable to hear or even consider that? Like many, you were probably brought up to think it is selfish to consider yourself and your own needs. Having
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Do you ever feel like you can’t escape your mind? Maybe it’s always spinning out of control, or perhaps you have so many thoughts it is chaotic clutter within. Many people experience chaos in their own minds, and this can make things difficult when trying to work toward goals. It is possible to calm the
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You have a goal in mind, but that’s all you have. Creating, working towards, and reaching goals is not easy. The journey is often different for everyone. However, there are three parts of achieving every goal that is always the same. Defining the 3 W’s of your goal will allow you to work toward it
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How is your day going? Are you not having a good day? Everyone goes through it. All it takes is a little unasked-for criticism or someone just treating us harshly to trigger us into a spiral of negative self-talk and anxiety about not being liked. It’s times like this you need to have a way
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While a positive mindset can enhance personal development and help individuals meet their life goals, it can also be helpful to build resilience and combat stress? Whether it’s a one-off stress like having to give a presentation or an ongoing stressful issue in your life, remaining positive will help you deal better with the current
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How is your day going? Is it one of those blah days when you wish you could say something more than a mumbled ‘fine’ when asked ‘how are you?’ Everything isn’t fine, but you know that is the proper response. What if you could actually say ‘fine’ and mean it? It just might be easier
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