Consistency is the belt that fastens excellence in position. If you don’t do it repeatedly, you’ll not excel in it. -Israelmore Ayivor, Let’s Go to the Next Level Unfortunately, consistency is not one of my greatest strengths. I’m fascinated by people who excel in this area. It’s truly an art form. I seem to have […]
How to Break the Clean Plate Habit
When I was a little girl, I remember sitting in our dining room one evening completely alone. In front of me sat a plate of food I had refused to finish at dinner. Honestly, I can’t even recall what the bulk of the plate held, but the cold, untouched peas are etched in my memory […]
Living Your Best Life With God’s Promises
Depression is a beast that has plagued me often. I would call myself a high-functioning depressive, along the lines of that high-functioning alcoholic I once was. There are so many days that move along nicely, the ones with lots of scratch marks through the long list of to-do items. I love those days filled with […]
7 Ways to Practice Self-Care When Anxious Feelings Overwhelm You
Do you suffer from anxiety? If so, you are well aware of the many relentless symptoms that come fast and hard with an attack. That scary feeling of being smothered as if a pillow is shoved tightly across your face. The rapid onset of dizziness and spinning like you’re in the middle of a State […]
Sugar and Recovery: How to Kick That Final Addiction
Eighteen years ago today, I took my last drink. After 17 long years deep in addiction, I found my way into recovery. That incredible transition turned Halloween into one of my all time favorite holidays. Sobriety is definitely worth celebrating. Unfortunately all those years ago I hung onto one unruly little addiction: sugar. This one […]
4 Steps to Your Best Sleep Ever
It never ceases to amaze me how exhausted I can be, but as soon as my head hits the pillow, my mind starts to spin with a barrage of thoughts and to-do items. Can you relate? A good night’s sleep is incredibly important on so many levels. We’ve all heard how it relates to weight […]
