A client recently had an interesting conundrum: The client was struggling with believing something she was doing in her relationship was not up to her standards, but she continued the behavior to satisfy someone else. She was struggling with her value system. Many of us struggle with our value system because we haven’t addressed what we hold as our own personal … [Read more...]
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Is Your Good Woman Getting Your Good Love?
For the last couple of weeks I have been highlighting the Wife of Noble Character in Proverbs 31. We’ve talked about how the modern day wife measures up and what’s the overall reward in being a good woman. Since I am reminding the women to be good to their men and families, I know it is equally important to address the husbands. Men, I have to ensure that all these good … [Read more...]
5 Satisfying Ways Spiritual Counseling Helps Marriages Succeed
By: Danielle Williams At some point in lives, we must study to show ourselves approved. We are taught as early as Pre-K the importance of studying. We eventually learn that in order to be successful at most endeavors, we must study to pass tests. However, even after passing tests, it is essential we continue our growth through professional development. Professional … [Read more...]
What’s The Reward for Being a Proverbs 31 Woman?
Last week I started a conversation on just how close we are to the Proverbs 31 woman. We took a deeper look at verses 10-15 and compared the scripture to our modern day lives. Verses 16-31 remind us again, that although some of the wording may not be applicable to us today, the majority of today’s wives are already living a Proverbs 31 life. 16 She considers a field and … [Read more...]
5 Reasons Why God Wants You to be Wealthy
The Bible can be a little confusing when it comes to “being wealthy." It states in Ecclesiastes that the love of money is the root of all evil; but then it also says in Ecclesiastes, “money solves everything." Well God, which one is it? Both are absolutely 100% truth. When you fall in love with money, it will both own you and destroy you. At the same time, however, money … [Read more...]
Praying For the “One”? Here Are Two Must Read Ways God Will Reveal Your Spouse
I remember it like it was yesterday. During my single years, I would continuously ask: God, how will You reveal my spouse to me? Would a light come out of the sky? Would she glow like an angel? Would I hear trumpets play when our eyes caught each other? No two stories are the same, but there are two ways you can learn from the marriage of Adam and Eve that may … [Read more...]
Birthday Expressions: Love From His Heart to Mine
My husband knows my heart and that’s the best gift that he can give me. He knows exactly what I need, even during the times that I’m not able to articulate it. And that makes me love him even more. Every year he asks me what I want for my birthday. And each year, without fail, I say “nothing.” But somehow he knows. He knows when “nothing” means that I am sacrificing … [Read more...]
Life is About this One Thing, and the Sooner You Realize It the Better Your Life Will Be
The older I get the more I realize that humans share many more similarities than differences. And no matter who you are, you're struggling with something today. None of us are coasting through life unimpeded on an express path to our most ambitious goals. And if you are, hit me up below so we can talk. We struggle because we're human. We struggle because we were raised by … [Read more...]
3 Money Tips for Newlyweds That Will Safeguard Your Marriage From Divorce
Last week, I was on the train sitting next to a couple that was going to marry the next day. They were both wearing “bride” and “groom” sunglasses. They were smacking on gum and they had their feet up on the train seats next to them. The bride-to-be was scrolling through some pictures on her phone and the groom-to-be was looking on—commenting, and cheesing. They were in … [Read more...]
4 Questions to Ask Yourself When You Are Considering Leaving Your Current Job
You have been at a job for a few years and you are beginning to get restless. So, you throw your hat in the ring and apply for a few jobs that pique your interest. You go through the interview process, slay it, and are extended offers from all the potential employers. You tell your friends and family, but they seem more excited about the prospects than you. You ask … [Read more...]
Here are 3 Things I Learned When I Left My Husband and Flew to London Alone
When I told my friends that I would be traveling to London by myself for vacation, they looked at me with the sideeye. The brave ones inquired as to why my husband wasn't going with me. I honestly think that they were worried about the state of my marriage. They thought that flying solo (literally) was a red flag that I was on the brink of separation. There was nothing … [Read more...]
5 Mental Blocks You Must Overcome to Live Courageously
It takes courage to live a life you love. Recently I have been on a mission to live courageously. This has lead me to leave a marriage that was no longer loving, getting healthy, move across the country again and to give even more in my work to help others on their path. Courage is taking the steps to move toward destiny despite opposition. Iyanla Vanzant says “Courage comes by … [Read more...]
What It Once Was, Well It Ain’t Now: How to Be Grateful for The Life You Have Today
By Bil Mooney-McCoy “See what it once was; well, it ain’t now. I’ma tell you what it is…” Lyrics from a song my son wrote. You know, sometimes, it’s important to look back – to see where you’ve come from. Lately, I’ve been distressed. I’ve assessed where I am professionally, artistically, and vocationally and I feel regret. At this stage and age, I should be further in … [Read more...]
Mindful Living: 7 Tips to Truly Live and Appreciate All that Life Has to Offer
Mindfulness has become the catch phrase that is used by celebrities and affluent members of our society. So what exactly is mindfulness? My simple definition of mindfulness is being still. In 2008, I discovered meditation and the art of finding my quiet space. This literally changed my life. I learned to view pain, conflict, anger, happiness and abundance in a very different … [Read more...]
9 Steps to Get Happy & Stay Happy
By Jinnie Cristerna When it comes to happiness, people ask me two questions: 1) What does it mean to be happy? and 2) When do you know you’re happy? My answer is pretty simple: You’re happy when you feel good either in that moment or as a whole when you look back at your life. Then, there is the follow up question: But what if I feel good but don’t feel happy? At … [Read more...]