Releasing The Need For Approval
One of the hardest truths to accept is that we cannot control how others perceive us. The instinct to defend ourselves, to explain, and to convince others of our worth is strong, but ultimately futile. Other peoples’ opinions of us are shaped by their own experiences...
Being Gentle With Your Mother
For those of us who are graced to still have our mothers here with us, there are moments when words escape us too quickly. We respond with sharp or harsh words that do not foster the closeness we crave with our moms. Half the time, your mom’s choices probably puzzle...
Healing Mother Wounds is a Generational Gift
Many of us are on a precious and sacred path of healing the wounds we received from our mothers. Whether we were abused, neglected or abandoned, we’ve accepted that it’s up to us now as adult empowered women, to carry healing and even forgiveness to our children and...
Cool, Fun & Fascinating Facts About Father’s Day
The origins and info about Father’s Day is fascinating! In honor of this exquisite holiday honoring all dads, here are the cool, fun and fascinating facts about why we celebrate the fathers in our life: – The label “dad,” first appeared in English in the...
Navigating the Emotional Terrain: Saying Goodbye to a Parent and Finding Strength Within
When you lose a parent, you enter an uncharted world where your role as a child shifts dramatically, no matter your age. This poem by Donna Ashworth is a comfort to soothe little pieces of the aching inside, that never seems to leave. WHEN YOU SAY GOODBYE TO A PARENT...
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