As young girls and then into young womanhood, we dream of what we want our husbands to be. We set high standards in our daydreams. Usually, we say we want cute if not handsome, cool, energetic, goal oriented, even-tempered, and with a sense of humor. Then we add in things like intelligent, friendly, comfortable in …
Is it possible that human connection and positive associations in a genteel community can have a profound impact on each of us? Is it possible that healing from life’s wounds through the impact of friendly human contact, and perhaps the sharing of pleasantries and a smile along the way, promotes health and lightens the daily …
In a world that seems increasingly connected through social media, bustling with constant activity, and filled with the noise of modern life, it’s not uncommon for many adults – even well-educated and gifted adults – to experience the unsettling sensation of feeling invisible. This worrying sensation goes beyond mere physical visibility. It pertains to the …
We may have been raised to believe that to be a Christian involves a lot of nos and nots. And that being a believer means becoming a recluse, withdrawing from the world. But when I study the Word of God, I find many more Yes statements than Nos. Followed by a statement to “Go tell …
Why is it that women seem to feel threatened by other women, whether it be in the work force, social life, or even in the circle of family? In a world marked by fierce competition and relentless comparisons, the dynamics between women can be complex. Society often pits women against each other, emphasizing rivalry and …
The gift of memory and the ability to remember is truly amazing. I recently wrote an article on how the mind, as the most magnificent of computers, goes to work when it hears a “lost” name or event, pulling a lifetime of memories, one at a time, from the hidden depths of our brain. You …
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Feeling a lack of control in a situation can be incredibly overwhelming and disheartening. Be it a personal relationship, our work place, or even a global event, it’s only natural to want to have some sense of control over what’s happening. Without feeling at least a small amount of control, we become fearful, agitated, and …
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Do we often take for granted the gift of remembrance? It may be a gift that we do not acknowledge often and only become aware of when we have the first fleeting fear of being unable to recall something. Being cognizant of the incalculable value of remembering brings us to this subject of the power …
A large war affects the whole world in at least some small way – angst, loss of opportunities, and a shortage of supplies. When one’s own country is actively involved, add to that family separation, loss of basic necessities, shortage of essential workers, PTSD even when not personally involved. Children of a deployed parent suffer …
Recovering from isolation and lockdown and loneliness? Are you shocked as you realize that perhaps the semi-isolation lifestyle, induced world-wide by the Covid virus, has actually affected who you are – notwithstanding your having had or having been spared the actual illness? I am realizing as I re-enter the world, unmasked yet cautious, that I …
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