(Photo is our home prior to our purchase, built in 1920. Listing photo credits to Century 21, Harvey Properties in Paris, TX ) I am writing this piece because of a personal situation I have discovered regarding the sale of an old home by my husband and me and the defamation of character created inContinue reading “The Impact of Online Defamation: A Personal Reflection”
Category Archives: Abuse
Recognizing Spiritual Manipulation: A Guide
Manipulation disguised as spirituality can often be a subtle yet powerful phenomenon. It typically manifests when individuals or groups use spiritual language or concepts to pursue ulterior motives that may not align with genuine spiritual practices. For instance, some self-proclaimed spiritual leaders promote certain ideologies or lifestyles that claim to elevate one’s consciousness but areContinue reading “Recognizing Spiritual Manipulation: A Guide”
Identifying Competitive Relationships for Better Well-Being
In today’s world, it can often be challenging to discern the authenticity of relationships. Some individuals who outwardly express love and support may harbor a competitive spirit that undermines our peace. These counterfeit connections can manifest in subtle ways, such as backhanded compliments or passive-aggressive remarks. While they might appear nurturing on the surface, theirContinue reading “Identifying Competitive Relationships for Better Well-Being”
The Power of a Chosen Woman’s Tears in Faith and Strength
When a chosen woman of God sheds her tears, those drops are not simply fleeting moments of sorrow; they are sacred offerings that the heavens meticulously count. In Psalms 56:8 (NIV), it is written, “Record my misery; list my tears on your scroll—are they not in your record?” This scripture underscores the profound truth thatContinue reading “The Power of a Chosen Woman’s Tears in Faith and Strength”
Establishing Boundaries with Toxic Friends
Handling Gaslighting and Blame in Friendships Navigating friendships can sometimes feel like walking through a minefield, especially when gaslighting and blame become involved. Gaslighting is a form of manipulation where your reality is twisted, making you question your perceptions and feelings. When a friend consistently denies your experiences or minimizes your emotions, it can erodeContinue reading “Establishing Boundaries with Toxic Friends”
Empowered: She Is Done With False Love
She Is Done In the quiet of her heart, she draws the line, No more shall she dance to the tune of the blind. Shallow faces fade like a whisper in shade, Empty promises linger, their colors now frayed. She’s washed away the lies that once held her fast, Unraveled deceptions, broke free from theContinue reading “Empowered: She Is Done With False Love”
Healing From Narcissistic Abuse
Narcissistic abuse can be one of the most insidious forms of emotional trauma a person can experience. It often starts subtly, with seemingly harmless comments or behaviors that leave you questioning your own feelings and perceptions. This manipulation can manifest as gaslighting, where the narcissist distorts reality, making you doubt your memories and experiences. AsContinue reading “Healing From Narcissistic Abuse”
What to do When Someone Hurts You Deeply
I’m sure you are aware of this by now, but we are people. Human. We are meant to “feel” but there are times when we can become too hurt and feelings can be overwhelming. We can become hurt within our feelings and emotions but there are times when someone hurts us so badly that itContinue reading “What to do When Someone Hurts You Deeply”
Know When You Are Devalued
When a person devalues you they don’t respect the individual you are nor do they care about your welfare. Whether it’s emotionally or physically the neglect leaves a sense of loneliness and pain. In devaluation your life, your thoughts, your ideas don’t matter. Your heartaches are overlooked and it’s your heart that is left broken.Continue reading “Know When You Are Devalued”
Words to Live By…Not Everyone is Meant to STAY in Your Life!
When you were a child, did you ever hold onto a toy you loved even though it was broken? It’s a sad situation when a broken thing can not be fixed and yet it’s held onto like it will somehow come back to life. Relationships with people can be the same way. They might beContinue reading “Words to Live By…Not Everyone is Meant to STAY in Your Life!”
Life Lessons by Jenine Marie 