Life is hard. Sometimes it feels impossible. Usually when I feel like nothing is going my way, I focus on what’s not going my way. Instead of moving on or even distracting myself, I will remain put and keep myself stuck on everything that hurts or is negatively affecting me. It’s definitely important to be…
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We can all be our own worst enemies, beating ourselves up at the slightest hint of failure. We all hold ourselves to a certain standard and when we don’t meet it, we often become our worst critics. You’d think it’d be the other way around: that we would extend grace to ourselves far easier than…
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I believe that every human on this earth needs to let go of something or someone that has caused them anything related to hurt or pain. Forgiving is oftentimes replaced with the holding of grudges or lashing out. Do you know why? It’s because it is far easier that way. It is hard to do…
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There are far too many emotions and opinions that we let control us in life. Guess what? Control from anyone but yourself is an illusion. You are the only one in control over your mind, soul, and body. The Bible continuously shares how we have a gift and that gift is our ability of choice.…
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The mountains have always had a certain effect on me. They make me feel so small because of their incredible vastness. They instill a sense of peace in me. I believe Jesus has a special connection with the mountains. The Bible tells us that He often went to the mountains to pray. Scripture demonstrates how…
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A study conducted at the University of Groningen in the Netherlands indicates that music cannot only affect your mood and present state of mind, but the songs you listen to can also change the way you perceive emotions and the world around you. In June, I went on a mission trip to the Dominican Republic…
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It’s important to have alternatives; a Plan B/something to turn to. Having alternatives matter because it provides options. Life is ever-changing and uncontrollable. Simple productivity is an alternative in the way it clears your mind. This is why giving yourself something to do is such a commonality. Distractions play a key role in everything. There…
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Distractions are the downfall of my generation. They aren’t good distractions either, but instead, ones I believe are harmful. The primary source of my generation’s problems and pain come from none other than social media. It’s as if I was in denial of its effects. I’d become numb to the constant fear of missing out,…
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“We’re in this together.” This is a phrase I’m sure we’ve all become extremely familiar with. If at once it was ever comforting, now it seems to be a reminder. A reminder of a life full of fear and uncertainty. I think fondly of simpler times, but there’s one thing I’m sure of: 2020 made…
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This is the third post of my new series, Transitioning into the Unknown. I’ve taken a bit of a break, but I know I’m still searching for positivity through everything right now and this helps me, so I hope it helps y’all too:) I’d been pondering what to make this about when I found an…
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This is the second post of my new series, Transitioning into the Unknown. We are all dealing with the effects of COVID-19; everyone has been impacted one way or another. Through times like this, it’s easy to get caught up in the problem itself, which is the root of the issue. I feel like the…
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It’s been a while since I’ve posted. I can say that much has changed in these past few months. This will be the first post of my new series called “Transitioning into the Unknown.” Honestly, the past year has been a lot of change and transitioning. In June of last year, I moved from a…
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One Girl One God 