I think we can get caught up in trying to find jobs and careers and a life that is perfect for people. There is a myth that you should have a dream and work towards your dream and live happily ever after. That's not how life works. People fail. Dreams crumble. The real world is… Continue reading Choosing majors and careers
He is in the details
Sometimes it's hard to see the Lord's hand in our lives, but sometimes that's because we don't have the right perspective. I was thinking of pointillism paintings where you have to look closely to see the paint strokes and you have to look far away to see the picture. You need both perspectives to understand… Continue reading He is in the details
Remembering Humility
I love school, but I have to watch myself sometimes. I have always gotten good grades, but those grades are not reflective of my self-worth, my intelligence, how hard I work, or how much I know. I am not better than anyone because of my grades. They don't really mean much at all. Learning in… Continue reading Remembering Humility
Hypocrisy
I was angry with my husband the other day. I really sort of wanted to be angry at him. It didn't last long, because as I was talking, I realized I was being a complete hypocrite. I was doing EXACTLY what I was mad at him for doing. I was holding grudges. I was not… Continue reading Hypocrisy
10 Things You Can Do Right Now To Reduce Depression, Anxiety, and Irritability
1. Go to bed at the same time and wake up at the same time. If sleeping is a problem, research good sleep hygiene and do the little things, like not watching television or eating or exercising before bed, having a good routine to wind down, and learning relaxation techniques and thought defusion techniques in… Continue reading 10 Things You Can Do Right Now To Reduce Depression, Anxiety, and Irritability
More Blessed to Give
I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive. (Acts 20:35) Sometimes I think I want blessings like these: Owning my own house that is well-decorated with… Continue reading More Blessed to Give
Improving Bad Habits and Behaviors
We all have many brain pathways that make life a lot easier, good habits that help us: brushing our teeth, eating meals, getting dressed, turning the lights off, cleaning up, holding our tongues, smiling and waving, and all of those sorts of things. But we also have pathways that are not so positive, like checking… Continue reading Improving Bad Habits and Behaviors
Parenting Goals
Mostly positive attention for my kids Listening instead of lecturing Compassion and love Setting a good example Apologizing for my mistakes Guiding and helping more than punishment Always keep a respectful voice Yelling is only for emergencies Setting clear limits and rules Teach children what is right and what is wrong Never, ever help my… Continue reading Parenting Goals
Common Chaos
I was at a friend's house a few weeks ago and our kids were playing with each other. It was hot and her kids had gotten out the hose. She had a sliding glass door in the back, and it ended up that they sprayed the hose into the house. It was a moment of… Continue reading Common Chaos
The World Changes: Forecasting & Fortune Telling
I was having a conversation with my brother today, and he asked me something about the future, about what I think would happen. I basically said that I had no idea, because the world changes. And sometimes we don't even realize all the changes that are happening until we look back at them. Forecasting is… Continue reading The World Changes: Forecasting & Fortune Telling