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10 Ideas to Avoid Depression During the Holidays
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Linda Mintle
It’s the most wonderful time of the year….well, not for everyone. Holidays can be difficult if you struggle with your mood and family issues. However, there are proactive ways to keep your spirit bright. 1) Don’t overspend. Avoid being caught up in all the deals, discounts and e-shopping. Financial problems can be a real downer…
6 Tips to Avoid Child Meltdowns During the Holidays
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Linda Mintle
Are you dreading that trip in the car to grandparents? Is the hype of the holidays overstimulating your children? Too much sugar, too little sleep? Try these 6 tips: 1) Routines and rituals: Try to keep as many going as you can. Even when you travel, insist on a regular bedtime. Take their favorite…
Do Right or Be Right? The Challenge of Betrayal
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Linda Mintle
We’ve all experienced it at one time or another–a friend breaks trust, a husband cheats, a boss promotes someone else, etc. The challenge is to respond to betrayal in a way that honors God. What better example to learn from than the Son of God himself. When Jesus was betrayed: Jesus knew the heartbreak of…
10 Ways to Respond to Family Betrayal
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Linda Mintle
Forgive and love generously. Remember, as you choose to forgive, bless and do good, this does not mean you condone negative behavior, are minimizing hurt or denying problems. It means you have decided to follow the words of Christ and do what does not come naturally to most of us. Our model is Christ. He…
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