Shelter is my guiding word for this year. It is a non-striving word. A shelter offers refuge, provides safety, and embraces calm and quiet. I went on my first retreat in the spring of 1987. It was a women’s retreat held at Mount Saint Francis in Indiana. At that time, I … [Read more...] about Finding Shelter…On Retreat
Positive Mental Thinking
Kirby Adams – Going With The Flow Of Life
When it comes to being motivated, some days we’re ready to take big risks and move forward, and other times, well…the couch is way too comfortable to leave. Stress and life changes can contribute to us feeling stuck in those couch cushions, and this is when it’s helpful to … [Read more...] about Kirby Adams – Going With The Flow Of Life
Fitness Wisdom: “Be Disciplined And The Motivation Will Follow!” (Part 2 of 2)
Katey Holtgrave, Age 57 Talk About Your Diet Strategy: I have a very sensitive stomach, so I try to eat pretty clean and I have to stay away from dairy. I’m not saying I don’t make poor choices from time to time, but I try. When I do deviate from my routine, I just … [Read more...] about Fitness Wisdom: “Be Disciplined And The Motivation Will Follow!” (Part 2 of 2)
Can’t Make A Decision? Here’s How To Know What To Do.
Across the years, I have spent many hours in personal counseling and have learned a great deal about myself. I am not a licensed counselor, but over the years many have come to me in me roles of priest, pastor, or chaplain seeking counseling. I used to think people … [Read more...] about Can’t Make A Decision? Here’s How To Know What To Do.
How They View Happiness And Where They Find It – (Part 2 of 2)
Have you ever known someone who always seems to be happy? What’s the secret? Is it something they do, or an innate gift? We talked to several people, in various stages of life, to get their views on happiness. One thing seems clear, happiness is an inside job. Read on to see how … [Read more...] about How They View Happiness And Where They Find It – (Part 2 of 2)