Remaining Light Hearted During Stressful Times

Oh my goodness! I chose this photo because the dog reminds me of the Alaskan Huskey we had when I was a little girl. Oh, how I loved that dog! There are so many things in life that can keep us light-hearted when times are really tough. By all means, grieve, cry, get upset, andContinue reading “Remaining Light Hearted During Stressful Times”

What Forgiveness is and What it is Not

I think forgiving and forgiveness is one of the most misunderstood actions of the heart and spirit. I get it. Some things are just too difficult and hurtful to even think of forgiving it. It’s all our own process and it’s all personal. This morning, I felt like I needed to clarify forgiveness in myContinue reading “What Forgiveness is and What it is Not”

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”

“Light” is Not Limited

I think we have all heard the expression “There is light at the end of the tunnel.” I’ve been known to quote that one a time or two. I was thinking about light this morning and why it always just seems to be at the end of the tunnel. It gives the impression that goodness,Continue reading ““Light” is Not Limited”

Your Soul Understands the Abundance of the Universe

We live in a world that promotes so much fear, anger, lack, and entanglement. Yet, the soul of the human being understands the abundance of the Universe. Abundance is a place that fulfills all dreams with love, understanding, giving, goodwill, and harmony. Humans seem to lock into so much fear that there will never beContinue reading “Your Soul Understands the Abundance of the Universe”

“I Will” Promises of God

To me, there is nothing more sacred than a promise. God sees a promise so important the bible states it is better to not promise anything than to promise and break it. ( I am paraphrasing of course!). Regardless of how you define “God”; to me, I see, hear, and experience God as a powerfulContinue reading ““I Will” Promises of God”

It’s True that Hurt People Will Hurt People, But…There is MORE!

The phrase “hurt people hurt people” was first witnessed and coined in the year 1959 in the newspaper in Amarillo, TX. The phrase was later echoed and made more popular by a church pastor in 1979 when he decided to post it on the church bulletin board (according to my reference source). Whereas I concurContinue reading “It’s True that Hurt People Will Hurt People, But…There is MORE!”

It’s Completely Alright to Say “NO”!

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you felt internally pressured to do something you really did not desire to do? Yet, there you are, saying “yes” to something you are going to dread. If you truly desire to do things in your life that give your heart pleasure then why put yourselfContinue reading “It’s Completely Alright to Say “NO”!”

The Benefits of Diplomacy

To be diplomatic is to be sensitive when handling conversations with others. Using diplomacy also engages the art of fair negotiation. We all need diplomacy skills in the work environment and also in personal interactions. To be sensitive to someone else’s needs is to consider their heart, their feelings, and the outcome to be equitable.Continue reading “The Benefits of Diplomacy”

Learning to Navigate the Storms of Life

Living in Texas can be a challenge, especially the weather. I can never tell if there is going to be a sudden storm or if the day will be windy, warm, or humid. Sometimes it’s a little bit of everything. There are situations when it is a lot of everything! Texas storms taught me aContinue reading “Learning to Navigate the Storms of Life”