You Are the Author of Your Story
Are you the author of your story? Or, are you letting someone else hold the pen? If my sister’s life were a movie, turning 30 should have been the happy ending. Raised in a rural farming community, my …
Why Facebook Does Not Reflect Reality
I went through a divorce during the Social Media Age. It can be rough having your life thrown out of balance, but then looking on Facebook and feeling like you are the only unhappy person in a sea …
Preparing For Change: 5 Strategies for Handling Life’s Transitions
In life, change is inevitable. Preparing for change can significantly smooth the transition process. Sometimes change hits us like a bullet train, and there’s nothing we can do to avoid it. We don’t see it coming, and we …
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Real Change Takes Time
As a young adult, I had a nasty habit that I detested with all my being. I had a quick temper. I could easily lose my cool at the slightest insult and would snap at the people I …
When to Stand Up for What You Believe In: A Practical Guide
We all know people who are very adamant (and vocal) about sharing their beliefs. These individuals are not shy to stand up for what they believe in. They have Facebook feeds full of pointed articles, status updates, and …
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Embracing Your Flaws to a Happier You
“There is a kind of beauty in imperfection.” – Conrad Hall Benjamin Franklin famously tried to be the perfect person. He understood he had flaws, but he strived to change them. He created a list of 13 virtues …
Why I Believe in Spiritual Growth
It is not the answer that enlightens, but the question. — Decouvertes In college, I lived in the same dormitory as a very bright, funny young woman. She would pass out cookies to everyone on the floor. Her …
The Power of Listening to Your Loved Ones
“One of the most sincere forms of respect is actually listening to what another has to say.” – Bryant H. McGill For a large chunk of the English speaking world, 2016 has been a divisive political year. Between …
Rediscovering Your Inner Teenager
We have some pretty negative stereotypes of teenagers, and honestly, that’s too bad. While it’s true they can be moody, think they know everything, and have little respect for authority, those qualities often belie their strengths. As a …