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The Lost Art of Transparency

Being honest about who we are and who we want to be isn’t always easy. Finding a safe place to be real can be difficult at times. Knowing what to share and with whom to share it, takes the gift … Continue reading

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Dealing with the hurts of the past

Each of us, from time to time, must deal with disappointments that we face. We live in a world of dysfunction and sometimes we get hurt. It is shocking to me how much tragedy some people face. Being involved in … Continue reading

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Treat your life like a big business

I have heard that the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again, but expecting different results. Although I do agree with that statement, I can’t help but wonder how a person would change that cycle. … Continue reading

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Overcoming Blind Spots

Raising teenagers involves many skills, especially in such activities as teaching how to drive a car. One of the lessons in driving is to understand and discover what a blind spot is. When our teenagers were learning to drive, one … Continue reading

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Changing One Life At A Time

  The other day I received an email that really made me stop and think seriously about my life. It was a list of questions by Charles Schulz, the creator of the ‘Peanuts’ comic strip. Schulz asked readers to name … Continue reading

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Making the Most of your Time

In Ephesians 5:16 the Bible talks about redeeming the time. The word redeem means to buy back, make up for, exchange, save and make amends for. Time is one of our greatest assets. We all have 24 hours each day, … Continue reading

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Love Your Neighbour as You Love Yourself

I’ve been told, “It’s important to like yourself because everywhere you go you take yourself with you.” Contentment in life starts with liking yourself. The Bible says in Leviticus 19:18 to “Love your neighbour as you love yourself.” Approving of … Continue reading

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Encouraging Others

We are created for relationship and developing good social skills are a vital part of our success in life. All too often when we are hurt by others, we tend to either avoid people or lash out on them. I’m … Continue reading

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Don’t Take Yourself So Seriously

Learning to laugh with yourself and others is a gift we can all develop. Proverbs 15:15 says that he who is of a merry heart has a continual feast, regardless of circumstances. Proverbs 17:22 says that a merry heart does … Continue reading

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Valentines Can Be Everyday

Valentines Day is a day of romance to celebrate your sweetheart. Let’s not fool ourselves by thinking we can just cruise through our marriage without working at it. I have noticed that any time I drift through life I am … Continue reading

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