Tag: ANXIETY
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Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle While Still Enjoying Comfort Foods in the City
Over the last several years, my health has been slightly subpar due to tremendous amounts of stress—stress from work, everyday responsibilities, and most importantly, the heavy role of being a caregiver for my husband. That season took its toll on my body and mind in ways I could never have anticipated. By the time I…
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A Ray of Light in the Midst of the Storm
Yesterday was one of those days when city life felt overwhelming — the noise, the pace, and a handful of stressful appointments. But in the middle of it all, my husband had a surprise for me. I had no idea where we were going. All I knew was that we were slipping away for a…
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Faith in the Fast Lane: Staying Spiritually Grounded in a Busy City
When you grow up in the mountains, faith feels like a breeze through the pines—natural, unhurried, ever-present. But when you’re living in the middle of a fast-paced, crowded city, faith starts to look different. It takes more intention. More stillness in the chaos. More courage to keep your heart soft when everything around you is…
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True Grit, True Faith – No Turning Back
Let’s get something straight: true faith is not for the faint of heart. This isn’t about floating through life with…
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The Power of Choice: You Always Have One
People often say things like, “Well, I had no choice,” or “I was born this way.” But let’s set the record straight—that is a cultural mindset, not a universal truth. It’s a product of propaganda that encourages resignation instead of reflection. While the world increasingly leans on excuses, there is another, more liberating truth: everything…
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Deciphering The Truth in the Midst of Distractions
In today’s world, it seems the very concept of truth has become a moving target—subjective, fluid, and often distorted beyond recognition. We hear phrases like “Live your truth,” or “Speak your truth,” almost daily, as if truth were something we could tailor to our own preferences, experiences, and emotions. But the result of this mindset…
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Don’t Trust Every Feeling — Learn to See Beyond
Our emotions can be powerful indicators, but they can also be deceptive. How many times have we “felt” like something was wrong, only to discover that our instincts were off? Or “felt” afraid of something that turned out to be harmless? Emotions are real, yes—but they don’t always speak truth. They are often rooted in…
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Do We Really Want to Make America Great Again?
The slogan “Make America Great Again” has been heard on repeat for years now, but here’s a real question we need to ask ourselves: Do we really mean it? Because…
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Finding Real Connection: The Power of Community Engagement and Mental Health
Studies have shown that involvement in community activities significantly reduces feelings of loneliness and depression. According to the American Journal of Psychiatry, “Social connectedness is…
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The Teacher Who Changed My Life: A Story of Resilience and Understanding
Who was your most influential teacher? Why? Growing up as a product of the 70s, 80s, and 90s was anything but easy. It was a time when learning disabilities were misunderstood, and those who learned differently were often labeled as troublemakers. In an era where little was known about neurodivergence, children like me were cast…
Country Girl Gone City 