I think much of what causes anxiety and depression is rooted in how we talk to, and what we believe about, ourselves. Many of these messages were planted in us at an early age, before we were ever...

Below is the book the above image is from. It is an excellent resource.

To the moms of older teens and young adults. For the times it feels like parenting in the dark. When they struggle. When it feels just too hard. When fear is vicious, and self-blame runs rampant....

Concern: It's funny that I do a complex job and I serve hundreds of people and I'm not nervous, but the second I want to do something that will help me grow in my relationship with God or with...

I wrote the poem at the end of this post one morning while reminiscing about my kids, who are now all grown. When I read it to my 4th, she said, “Mom, you did that!”  Yes, most of my regrets were...

Worry is actually a waste of time, energy, and focus. I know it feels so real. I know it is a possibility. I know you think you're preventing something bad; but what is actually happening is your...

Maybe you need to make your voice louder.  Decide for yourself what you believe and think rather than letting other people tell you.  Be a person that you are proud of.  Wear what...

In response to "I am so sad. My ex has a new girlfriend…" I’m sad that you are sad. Remember that even though it may look like he's better to her or they're better together, it's not likely he'll...

Do not be fooled, within you is a force. Most people may not really know the depth of you.Like finding a fabulous agate along a dirt road💕.When uncovered, you shine!! That’s the thing though, you...

When my kids were young, I would take them to the local field and play softball. We didn’t walk for balls or strike out for missed swings because let’s be real, none of us could pitch. This meant we...