Five Lessons I Learned the Hard Way

As a child, I can remember saying, “I can’t wait to be a grown-up.  Adults have it so easy!”  Now, several years later, I see how sadly mistaken I was.  Being an adult is not easy.  Many times, I long for the days when I could just sit back, relax, and be worry-free.  As we

How to Avoid Depression During the Holidays

For most people, the holidays mean spending time with family. That’s ideal if the family gets along well.  But for those who do not have the best relationships with their family, this can be a stressful time of year. Additionally, if people are experiencing loss, illness, injury or ovewhelm, the holidays may be especially difficult.

4 Quick Tips for Getting Over Hurtful Words

Sticks and stones may break my bones…you know the rest, right?  How many times have you heard that saying?  Countless times, I’m sure.  But, have you ever really stopped to think about it?  WORDS will never hurt me.  Words will NEVER hurt me.  Words will never hurt ME.  No matter how many ways I spin

5 Effective Tips for Coping With Grief

In February of 2020, I lost my mother.  It still feels weird to type this statement.  And, it was every bit as challenging as I thought it would be. Even though my mom was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma back in 2009, I never really considered losing her as an option.  I partly blame her for

5 Tips for True Forgiveness vs. Being a Doormat

In a previous post, I wrote about forgiving someone who continually hurts you.  I wanted to write this blog to make sure that we’re crystal clear about the difference between true forgiveness vs. being a doormat.  Forgiving others is important.  Harboring bitterness and hatred in your heart is detrimental to your own well-being.  So, I’ll

9 Must-Have Items for a Home Gym

Do you want to stay fit without going to the gym every day? I have the perfect idea for you. You should set up a home gym!  If you have even a little free space in your home, you can make this worthwhile investment. I started working on my home gym at the beginning of

10 Habits of Self-Care for Busy Women

Are you a woman juggling work, family, and home? Kudos to you for displaying utter strength. However, in your busy schedule, do you ever make time for yourself? I am afraid to hear what your answer to this question might be.  Many of us are so guilty of taking care of everything and everyone around

Forgiving Yourself: Tips for Moving on after Messing Up

Apologizing to someone when you make a mistake is tough.  I’d argue that it’s even tougher to forgive yourself.  Why are we so hard on ourselves when we mess up?  Oftentimes, we harbor guilt for our mistakes for much longer than we should.  Today I want to share with you some tips for forgiving yourself

15 Stress-Relieving Tips for Holiday Self Care

Having a regular self-care routine is important, but do you have a holiday self-care routine? Thanksgiving and Christmas are two very popular holidays that often come with lots of chaos for the person responsible for all the planning.  If you are part of the crew that makes the holiday magic happen, you’ll want to read

How to Set Healthy Boundaries During the Holidays

The holidays are supposed to be a joyful time. But in the blink of an eye, holiday dysfunction can come along and crash the party. Everyone does not have good intentions when it comes to spreading love and joy, but you do not have to let their negativity rub off on you. Knowing how to

3 Reasons You May Feel Stressed During the Holidays

The idea of the holidays usually brings excitement and joy for most people. The pumpkin spice lattes, the festive decor and the holiday music can spark all kinds of emotions.  Sadly, those emotions are not always positive ones. For some, the thought of the holidays brings added stress. Let’s talk about three reasons you may

How to Express Gratitude During Difficult Times

Thanksgiving is the time of year that we are often reminded to be thankful for the people and things in our lives. It’s easy to be grateful when things are going well, but when things are going tough, it can be a challenge to remember exactly how much we have to be thankful for. Let’s

How to Set Boundaries when Thanksgiving Feels Overwhelming

Thanksgiving is a time of gratitude. It’s a time to be grateful for your blessings and the things that matter to you. Unfortunately, Thanksgiving can sometimes be an overwhelming burden due to finances, family members, health issues and other worries. To keep from feeling totally stressed out this Thanksgiving, it’s important to know how to

7 Thanksgiving Self Care Tips to Protect Your Peace

Thanksgiving can be a lot of fun, but it can also be a lot of work! The joy of preparing for your family and friends can quickly turn into frustration and a big headache. Before you know it, the excitement can turn to chaos and your to-do list can quickly become way too long to

15 Best Things to Do at Dollywood for Self Care

Self care means doing things to take care of yourself. That includes taking time to have fun! One of my favorite places to have fun is Dollywood Theme Park. Located in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, Dollywood offers fun for the whole family. And though it is a popular destination for fun and excitement, today I’m sharing
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How to Practice Self Care During the Holidays

The holidays are a wondrous time of year filled with all the things you love. There’s great food, beautiful décor, soft and fuzzy sweaters, and that music that only comes around once per year. There’s no wonder people can’t wait for the holidays to help them escape into a time of family, fun, and festivities.

29 Powerful Bible Verses About Forgiveness and Healing

Forgiving others is the right thing to do, but it can be very difficult. This is especially true when a family member or close friends do something hurtful to you. It can take a long time to go through the healing process needed to reach true forgiveness. Reading Bible verses about forgiveness and healing can

12 Self-Care Strategies for Challenging Times

When you take good care of yourself, you have the energy and mental capacity to support others. If you want to be happier more often, try incorporating some activities that you enjoy into your day regularly. When you feel sad, don’t suppress your feelings; instead, try different strategies to overcome those feelings. I want to

Simple Strategies for How to Stop Negative Thinking

With so much chaos in the world, it is hard to stop negative thoughts from entering our minds. By taking time and really thinking about what you’re focusing on, you can find a way of overcoming the negativity. Here are some tips on how to stop negative thinking: ·         Be mindful

5 Ways to Respectfully Handle a Disagreement With Friends

Raise your hand if you have ever disagreed with someone. Everyone disagrees with someone at some point in their life, right? It’s human nature.  We’re all different and we all have different opinions so it’s very likely that you’ll disagree with someone.  Sometimes, we even disagree with our friends. That can be pretty tough. Let’s