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The Power of Gratitude - Part I

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  The Mental and Physical Connection of Gratitude Gratitude is a powerful thing and we’re just scratching the surface when it comes to discovering the various mental and physical effects it has on us. Let’s look at a few of those to give you an idea of what you can expect if you start to make feeling gratitude a daily focus. The Mental Benefits Of Gratitude Practicing gratitude helps your overall mental health because you instantly have a better outlook on life. Don’t be surprised to walk away from your latest gratitude meditation with a big smile on your face. Of course, the benefits don’t stop at increased happiness. Feeling more gratitude has been linked to a better self-image, less anxiety, and even a reduction of depression. This comes as no surprise to scientists who have recorded increased levels of dopamine and serotonin after intentional gratitude meditations. The Physical Benefits Of Gratitude This is where it gets interesting. It's one thing to feel better
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How Can I Fix My Bad Credit Score?

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In the middle of any major challenge, the last thing anyone needs to happen is to lose his/her access to much needed resources i.e. job, home, loved one, etc.  Aa you know, unfortunately the loss of these things are more of a reality today than yesterday. I read an article the other day about women, more so than men, had to walk away from their jobs mostly because their children are now virtual learner's from home. What are we to do?  Has 2020 been enough to make you sick and tired of depending on someone else to give you yours?  What if you decided today to take control of your life?  What if, during this pandemic, you took advantage of your free time by setting and accomplishing life changing goals?  Like beginning with your financial portfolio?   First... *** How Can I Fix My Bad Credit Score? Do you know that in 2021, the economy and job market will...will not resemble anything you are accustomed to? For those of us who decide on getting our credit in good standing will find ou
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The Reflection of Neediness: Upside Down

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  In 2015 my life turned Upside Down .  I thought I was on my way to the brightest chapter of my life only to find myself slowly stepping back into time.  I couldn't blame anyone even if I wanted to for the direction my life had taken.  Every piece of my present life was my doing or undoing.  The good and the bad were my manifestations.  The unfortunate part of it all is I forgot to thank God for where I was then until I got to where I am now.  Gratitude shifts mountains. Rejoice always, pray continually, give  thanks  in all circumstances; for this is  God's  will for you in Christ Jesus.                                                                                                               1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Gratitude for the "now" brings a brighter tomorrow for sure - so I've learned very very well. ________________________ The night my mother died I was so tired for her I literally almost  thanked God for letting her sleep. She had suffered enough,
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In the Midst of All the Chaos There is Something to Smile About

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The year 2020 has been a doozie!  Guess what?  We are only half way through it.  It's almost scary in a way to think about tomorrow especially when you read about all that's going on.  Therefore, I practice living in the present.  I practice loving every minute of the present.  Of course there are times I miss the mark but I bring myself back.  Of course there are times I didn't even do that.  When I was younger I spent my days and nights dreaming about the future, always wanting something better.  As a person almost middle age, I caught myself reflecting on yester-years, "the old days" way too much.  That's when my practice of living in the present began.  I was like, "Girl, you are doing way too much." Now each day I tell myself if I do not want to repeat old situations, then stop reflecting on "the old days".  Surely, I am not telling anyone (to include myself) not to reflect, especially when it comes to really really good times
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The Reflection of Neediness: Have You Ever Been This Angry?

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Some times in life, no matter how much you pray and/or meditate, there are going to be things that happen to steal your joy.  Curve balls are going to fly your way.  In fact, it is my belief that those things only come along to see how hard they can push your gas pedal.  I truly believe little demonic minions are spawn by Satan himself to do more than kill, steal, and destroy.  These little nothings are sent from hell to send you and me right to the front row seat of Anger Management :-) It's so disheartening to know this.  It's so disheartening to keep a sunny disposition when we know any given time, the grim reaper will come to not collect just yet but to poke holes in everything that is good.  Whenever you get too comfortable living your best life, smiling at the world, singing while cleaning the house, dancing while fixing breakfast, and kissing your spouse good night those stories sadly end as stories do often right in the middle of the story. So, here
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The Reflection of Neediness

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                                                                 Pre Order ($13.99)                                                 Type in the title in the PayPal comments box Introduction: There is nothing new under the sun, not even your thoughts and feelings.  Know that you are not the first person to desire "good things".  You are not the first person to desire someone to love you.  God recognized this in the beginning and... Genesis 2:18 And the LORD God said, It is not good that the man should be alone ; I will make him an help meet for him. Really and truly I could stop writing here because if you'd just take a moment to ponder on every word I stated and let it all sink in, I truly think you would be thoroughly convinced that having someone to love and to love you is a given.  That person has already been given!  All we have to do is accept it.  If your desire is to have that special someone then so it is.  God gave us the abilit
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