Yesterday we discussed everything that stress does to our bodies - both physically and emotionally. Read Part 1. - What Stress Does to Our Bodies  Read Part 3 - 10 Verses for the Anxious Heart Today we are going to discuss some ways we can deal with the stress in HEALTHY ways. Now, I may not be sharing anything monumental today. However, my hope is to INSPIRE and ENCOURAGE you to take a few baby steps TODAY to ensure a HEALTHIER holiday season. I don't know about you, but I want to ... Read More about 9 Tips for Managing Stress

Let's face it, we aren't going to rid our lives of the stress that abounds. We can learn to say no and clear our calendar of non-essentials. But sometimes even good things - like the holiday season -bring stress! For the next few days we will chat about ways to support our body's systems, boost our immunity and manage the STRESS of the holidays! We will chat about some self-care tips along with tried & true methods for handling stress. I have verses to share, practical tips and ... Read More about Stress Management During the Holidays (Part 1)

Three years ago in October I began the difficult process of weaning off of Effexor. My path has been topsy turvy to say the least. But God is SO FAITHFUL. He has and continues to teach me so much. His ways are not my ways. He is faithful, friends. I want to share with you some of the lessons I learned on the other side of the valley. As I have done battle with the enemy and continue to battle for joy, God continues to show up and give me more of Himself. If you're reading this in an email, ... Read More about Three Years Later…Lessons I’ve Learned {and Give Away!}