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Let’s start the discussion by ensuring we are all on the same page about encouragement. We’ve talked some already about how to encourage our children’s self concept, encouraging their decision making, and encouraging our spouse. Introduction Encouragement is a powerful tool in relationships, but what drives us to uplift others? …
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Back in the day As a kid I was always been able to focus on one task for a long time. I could work for hours and while it was exhausting, I could get mounds of work done. Enter kids. Having kids leads one to become a multi-tasking queen. Dinner, …
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Take a siesta today and give your body and mind the rest it deserves!
Between family, finances, and food, we are besieged by demands on our resources. There are lots of places we can get help, though. Day-to-day stress busters My mother-in-law and I both love to watch Hallmark movies all year, especially during the holidays (or Christmas in July!). There’s something about wholesome …
“You’re too loud.” “You’re too talkative.” “You’re too sensitive.” “You’re too serious.” “You’re too smart.” (that’s a thing?). “You’re too intense.” Can you relate? Have people said these things about you you? Do people say you’re “too much” of something? People have said these things about me for my entire …
Introduction As parents, we play a pivotal role in shaping our children’s understanding of who they are and what they’re capable of achieving. Meeting their emotional needs is a critical part of this journey, as it lays the foundation for a healthy self-concept. From offering emotional support during challenging moments …
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Jesus wants to heal us. We learn a lot from one of the women Jesus heals. Read on to see how YOU fit into the story.