The Power of Encouragement: A Call to Love and Lift Others Did you ever notice the word courage in encourage? Encouraging someone takes little effort but can change a life. We may not always agree with what others do or believe, but at the end of the day, does their life truly harm us? Our… Continue reading Courage in EnCOURAGE
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The Importance of Little Acts of Kindness
The Importance of Little Acts of Kindness In a world that often feels chaotic and overwhelming, kindness is a powerful force. And while grand gestures are beautiful, it’s the small, everyday acts of kindness that truly make a difference. A smile, a kind word, a simple act of generosity—these things may seem small, but they… Continue reading The Importance of Little Acts of Kindness
Stop Silent Start Talking
Stop Silent, Start Talking: Let’s End the Stigma Around Mental Health For too long, mental health struggles have been met with silence, shame, and stigma. Stop silent, start talking: Let's end the stigma around mental health. People suffer in the dark, afraid to speak up, fearing judgment or rejection. But here’s the truth: mental health… Continue reading Stop Silent Start Talking
Preconceived Notions: More Than Meets the Eye
Preconceived Notions: More Than Meets the Eye Preconceived notions—they’re something, aren’t they? I remember walking into my clinic one day and feeling every set of eyes on me. At my previous job, I was required to dress professionally for my outpatient clients. But I also worked as a therapist in a 30-day inpatient residential treatment… Continue reading Preconceived Notions: More Than Meets the Eye
New Mercies Every Morning
New Mercies Every Morning This is a beautiful reminder that there are New Mercies Every Morning. Lamentations 3: 22-23 says "Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." Today might have not been the most pleasant for you (or… Continue reading New Mercies Every Morning
Integrity
Integrity This is something I tell my kids (and myself) on, almost, a daily basis. This is the definition of integrity. Once you realize that everyone you encounter is not just by happenstance, it is directly ordained by God. You can take every moment captive and when you make eye contact with someone, pray for… Continue reading Integrity
LA Came in Like a Tornado
LA Came in Like a Tornado Ten years ago, I met a brassy blond girl at a ballpark. She had a crass mouth and a nasty smoking habit. She was loud and obnoxious. A person people moved away from when they saw her. She did not dress the part, talk the part, and certainly did… Continue reading LA Came in Like a Tornado