50 Life Lessons Continued

50 life lessons continued

Life is full of lessons, but are we learning them? As I share 50 life lessons continued, this week we’ll break them down by soul, mind and body. As mentioned in my previous post, there are many more, but it’s my prayer these will speak to you and your life. 50 Life Lessons Continued Soul …

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Finding Joy

finding joy

Advent is a time for preparing our hearts and homes for Jesus. I don’t want it to be about hurriedly buying gifts, hastily baking cookies and squeezing events into an already bulging calendar. Instead of purposefully preparing for Jesus, I end up trying to survive with a smile. Not this year. This year, I’m finding …

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An Attitude of Appreciation

attitude of appreciation

Thankfulness. Appreciation. Gratitude.  These states of being are not natural but learned behaviors. Typically, these sentiments are explained and modeled to us as children. They then become conscious choices until thankfulness is an attitude habit. A Holiday Wellness Plan would not be complete without appreciating the reason for the season with our soul, mind, and …

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When the Bottom Drops Out

when the bottom drops out

Just before I step into the clear capsule three stories above the ground, the lifeguard says “arms crossed tight across your chest like this,” making an X with her arms to demonstrate.  “Now cross your feet and enjoy the ride!”  Her smile is the last thing seen when the bottom drops out and I fly …

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Peace in Us

peace in us

Peace is one of the most elusive yet desired states of being. Whether we realize it or not, we all long for peace in us. Why do we crave comfort and familiar or play to our strengths?  Because it’s comfortable and peaceful. But God grants us peace even in the uncomfortable. He meets us in …

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