I've read several articles about "functional" anxiety and depression...though, by definition, anxiety and depression impair functioning... However, in today's world, we recognize we still have to somehow live our lives... When people picture anxiety and depression, they often imagine the extremes. We picture that commercial where depression is the robe that never leaves us. Or we … Continue reading A Rose by Any Other Name…
Tag: health
It’s a Process
In the field I work in, it is estimated that up to 67% of us experience high levels of burnout...something we can experience at any time in our careers, not just the later years. Combine my drive with perfection and my world-view that tells me to put everyone else above myself: I am a prime … Continue reading It’s a Process
SAD in Reverse: When Summer Gets Me Down
for me, summer is not a good time of year. It brings out the worst in me, and the hotter it is, the worse I get.
Not Meant to be Alone
WE ARE NOT MEANT TO DO THIS ALL ALONE...
Breaking the Habit Cycle
Time for some real talk... Back in September, I was diagnosed gluten sensitive. After nearly 2 years of not knowing what was wrong - I have an answer. (One I don't like, but an answer). So, for more than 6 months, I've known the biggest cause of my stomach woes. Yet, I keep in this … Continue reading Breaking the Habit Cycle
A Lenten Challenge
It's one thing to be able to look down and love the body you have (which is where I am); it's another thing entirely to be treating that body with respect & care (which is what I am working towards).
“Breathe, Just Breathe”
But, we must stop underestimating our value; but, rather, we should regard ourselves as valued. Irreplaceable. Priceless.
Find Rest My Soul
I didn't realize until earlier this evening, but: I'm tired. Not just long day tired. Exhausted of resources tired. Emotionally. Spiritually. Physically. Tired. A year and five months ago, I packed up my car & moved my life 1300 miles away, in answer to God's call - a move I knew from the start was … Continue reading Find Rest My Soul
Hope in a Hopeless World
...honestly, I can't imagine being hope in a hopeless world without the Source of Hope. It just wouldn't be possible.
All By Myself – I Do What I Gotta Do
So, here we are, almost to the end of the month... I'm not sure if I've really gotten much in the way of singleness - but, the beautiful thing about this point in my life is: it's really all the #SingleLife. I mean, I am single, and content...so, it's all about that single life. And, … Continue reading All By Myself – I Do What I Gotta Do