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Grieving a breakup or divorce can be just as devastating as grieving the death of a close friend or love one. However, when grieving a divorce, you’re mourning the death of that marriage. Although, the grieving process for (breakup or divorce) one person may be sooner than the other there’s no timeframe to how long one may grieve. But, if you know someone that has gone through the emotions as you, this may help to not feel so alone during the process. Also, never let anyone c

In Part One I talked about the mental breaks that make you whole. If one doesn’t take care of themselves spiritually, mentally, and physically then possibly you will be forced to have someone take care of you. You only have one life to live and you need to live it unapologetically, you need to live it whole and complete, and you need to live it emotionally attached. You need to heal so that you can be whole. So, now it’s time to elaborate on the journey to wholeness. The

There are certain times when our lives seem so predictable. We know what’s going on from one day to the next which, isn’t a bad thing it is just a routine thing. Routines are a sequence of tasks or duties that are performed regularly. It’s normally done without any thought and/or it can be habitual. For instance, my morning routine after I rise is to pray and read a scripture. I do this between 4:30 and 6:30 a.m., without thinking and it’s predictable of me to some of my fami

There Are More Times In Our Lives Than Not That We Are Disappointed, Angry, Or Even Humiliated As We Are Trying To Walk Out Our Life’s Purpose. But, When This Happens How Do We Proceed? Is There A Lesson To Be Learned? And, If So How Can There Be A Blessing In The Lesson? We Start To Question Ourselves Asking, “Why Did This Happen To Me? And, What Am I Going To Do About It?” It Was May 11, 2018 And I Was In Memphis, Tn Preparing And Unpacking Boxes That I Had Delivered

What’s In Your Past That’s Holding You Hostage? What’s In Your Past That’s Holding You Back And Keeping You Down? What’s In Your Past That You Feel You Can’t Let Go Of? So, Your Past Have You And You Don’t Have It? I Know, It’s Easier Said Than Done To Move Past Something That Caused You So Much Agony And Pain. I Know Personally That Every Time You Move Forward There Can Be Something That Hits You In The Gut; Which, Pulls You Back. Or, The Pain Of That Punch Can Hurt So

The Mind Is One Of the most important organs of the body but just because you have sight doesn’t mean you’re not blind. I couldn’t imagine losing my sight, my life as I know it would be much different. I would have to make major adjustments which would cause me to change and, the outlook on my life to change as well. But, if you have sight without a vision or plan it is the same as going through life blindly. It is like having a mind that is blind and eyes that are usel

Today's Youth Go Through A Lot And They Are Confronted With Tough Issues Daily, Such as: Bullying, Body Shaming, Peer Pressure, Eating Disorders, And Etcetera. All Of This Leads To Low Self Esteem. Therefore, Parents You Have To Make Sure You Communicate With Your Child Frequently. This includes Open Dialogue. Also, Talk To Your Child About Focusing On Their Strengths By Pointing Out All The Things That They Can Do Not What They Can't Do. Parents, Purchase Or Create A Self Es

My friend and I were having our weekly chat and she said to me “I’m tired and I feel stuck and burned-out. I have been married for ten years with two kids and it’s all about them but never about me. I cook, clean, pick up, drop off, and our vacations consist of the whole family. I need some quality time for myself”! She said, “I don’t know what it really means to take care of me. On the outside I look great and, on the inside, I’m a wreck. So, I’m asking you what am I to

My organization “Strengthen The Bond” is about Mothers and Daughters healing, connecting, growing, and celebrating each other while strengthening their bond. But, what about when a mother needs help when she can no longer connect with her child. Can another mother step in and help when needed? Or, do that someone really have to be a mother to help when that mother is helpless? Can the child connect or bond with someone else other than his or/her mother when in distress?