Life

Unlearn

“Every day you must unlearn the ways that hold you back. You must rid yourself of negativity, so you can learn to fly.” Leon Brown We begin learning things the moment we enter this world. As we grow up, we are taught how to act, how to be, right from wrong and so much more. Things today are so much different than they were from when I was growing up. Times have definitely changed. While most of the things we are taught are extremely valuable, there are many things we need to unlearn. Unlearning requires finding new perspectives and finding […]

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Style

A Great Pair of Heels

Nothing makes me feel more sexy or more confident than a great pair of heels. Whether you wear them to work or a night out, there is something about them that makes me feel good. High heels were introduced in the 1500s as a practicality. Persian solders wore them to help their feet stay in the stirrups while horse riding. This provided greater balance and ease while they shot their bow and arrow. Heeled shoes were introduced to European rulers, an they became a sign of wealth and power. Women also began wearing high heels (called choline’s or outer shoes) […]

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Life

Extra Jewels

Have you ever heard the phrase “extra jewels in your crown in heaven”? It means you have done something nice, something kind, something good that will give you favor in heaven. There is nothing in the Bible that says this. However, going out of your way to be kind is never a bad thing. Being that person who is thoughtful, kind, caring, considerate, and compassionate jut makes you a better person. Doing nice things for people feels good. Whether it is helping a friend’s family when someone is sick, cleaning a friend’s house when they work too much, or picking […]

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Life

How to Live

Sometimes I come across things that I just love and want to share. Today is one of those days. In the book Reasons to Stay Alive, Matt Haig details his story of how he came through crisis, triumphed over illness, and learned how to live again. It’s a book about living better, loving better, and feeling more alive. Matt Haig states, “I wrote this book because the oldest cliches remain the truest. Time heals. The bottom of the valley never provides the clearest view. The tunnel does have light at the end of it, even if we haven’t been able […]

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Life

Get Back on Track

Do you ever just feel out of sorts? Life is crazy, and you have been on auto-pilot for days or weeks or even months. Here are a few things that should help you get your life back on track. 1. Give up on sticking to the person you used to be. Remember who you want to be and what you are capable of. If you are out of your comfort zone, find some joy for the person you want to be. You are capable of amazing things. 2. Give up thinking another’s life is easier. Nothing worthwhile is ever easy. […]

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