For if you forgive others their trespasses, your Heavenly Father will also forgive you, but if you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. Matthew 6:12, 14-15. A good rule to live by, but sometimes it’s hard to forgive. It takes strength and courage to forgive someone who has…

Relaxed breathing can help you calm anxiety and fear, and put you into a more positive mental state. Anxiety and fear stiffen muscles, getting your body ready for fight or flight. But when there’s no real danger or threat present, anxiety and fear only hurt your physical and mental well being. How can you calm…

Trying to stay positive is not just about keeping an upbeat attitude about life. It’s about putting your mind into a completely different state. When life is throwing dirt at you, you can’t always avoid being hit. Being positive means developing a new skill set for dealing with negative people and situations. The more you…

  Courage is dynamic action. Courage means putting yourself in a position that is outside your comfort zone. It is a growth-orientated energy. Courage comes from the heart. You naturally radiate heart energy – love, encouragement, support, guidance, growth. All of that is intended to radiate outward from you. But when you discourage yourself or…

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