I rarely wake up, leap out of bed, throw back the shades with a “yay, morning.” Instead, I usually turn over, stretch out my hand and feel for
How to be Strong When You Need It
When a crisis hits we want to be mentally and emotionally strong. I received an email from my friend giving details about her neighbor who had cancer. The
Praying for those who have wronged you
And the Lord released Job from captivity when he prayed for his friends. Also the Lord gave Job twice as much as he had before. Job 42:10 KJ21
Being grateful when life grates
The Today show in the USA reported, a few days ago, we should be thankful; gratitude is good for our physical health. Recent studies show a long list of
Asking for Wellness
Anxiety can cause light-headedness, nausea, an upset stomach, and a need to pee—again. I’m sure like me, you’ve experienced those symptoms as you’ve sat in the doctor’s office
Breathing for Wellness
It’s the end of a long day. I struggle to take off my shoes. My shoulders sag. I want to forget about everything. The temptation is to find a movie, grab
How to pray when peace eludes you
In the middle of the night, I couldn’t sleep. My mind kept me awake as I ran over one problem after another. Eventually, I decided to pray. If
Why you should pray when you’re anxious
Stress. It’s a part of everyday life, isn’t it? We can’t seem to escape it. As I began to write about overcoming anxiety, I laid awake, for what
How to Overcome Negative Thinking and Think Clearly
Scientists at Massachusetts Institute of Technology have scrutinized the brains of my three children. My daughter spent two hours in an fMRI machine while they watched how her