I'm tired of the prejudice and stigma that society has created for mental illness. I'm tired of feeling like I'm broken because of anxiety or depression. I'm also tired of feeling like something is wrong with me because I have... Continue Reading →
I will probably always be a student when it comes to a way to combat negative emotions. I know I've written a few times about the different ways to fight when you're down but I was told today that sometimes... Continue Reading →
Tonight is mPact. I won't stand...errr sit here and tell you that it hasn't been a challenge lately. For the most part I absolutely adore each and every child I get to visit with on Wednesday nights. They each have... Continue Reading →
There is a verse in the Bible that says, "Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall." Sometimes I tell myself, well I can be prideful but I really don't think highly of myself because the Bible says pride comes before the fall.... Continue Reading →
Have you ever felt that indescribable feeling where complete and utter calm flows through your entire body and everything in life - even though it is pretty chaotic - settles? It is that moment where even if the grass is... Continue Reading →
I did it. I made it through February. I know you must be thinking, And so? Well, let me tell you a story and you'll see why it matters. It was Tuesday, February 7th. I was heading home after leaving work early... Continue Reading →
Depression sucks. I was determined during this 30 day blog blast to make it without falling. Without have to deal with darkness. I am days away from finishing this blog blast and I have found myself a few strings away... Continue Reading →
In Caregiver Core Training we had to learn about the Five Stages of Grief. It is an important training because of the trauma the children often must face. We went in-depth about each stage. A few days later a friend... Continue Reading →
Can I just say that words are incredibly powerful? So powerful that they can build you up or tear you down. Words can put life into a person who loses hope. Words can also crumble a steady foundation. The best... Continue Reading →
From Sand to Gemstones 