Tag Archives: Life

Why We Reach for Coping Mechanisms — And What It Means to Live on Life’s Terms

Posted on April 24, 2026 by Betty

The Weight People Carry Everywhere you turn, you hear someone say, “Life is too much,” or “I need something to take the edge off.” People whisper it in grocery store lines, confess it to friends, or admit it quietly to … Continue reading →

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The Lightness We Forget We Need

Posted on April 23, 2026 by Betty

There are moments in life when laughter arrives like sunlight — unexpected, bright, and instantly warming everything it touches. It slips into the cracks of a heavy day, softens the edges of worry, and reminds us that joy is still … Continue reading →

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The Quote That Never Leaves Me

Posted on April 22, 2026 by Betty

“Being and Becoming” is always at the forefront of my mind. I feel every aspect of my journey of “becoming and being” deep within my soul, heart, emotions, mental state, and spirit. This focus is always present; it always has … Continue reading →

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What Defines a Good Friend?

Posted on April 21, 2026 by Betty

A good friend is one of life’s quiet miracles — not loud, not demanding, not wrapped in performance, but revealed slowly through consistency, truthfulness, and care. Friendship is less about the excitement of connection and more about the steady presence … Continue reading →

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My Random Encounter With Two Strangers: A Quiet Lesson in Devotion

Posted on April 9, 2026 by Betty

The other day, while at the market, I had a visual encounter that left a lasting impression on me. I had just pulled up and parked outside the supermarket when I noticed a car pull up in front of me … Continue reading →

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The Bread of Life: Nourishment for the Soul

Posted on April 3, 2026 by Betty

Part 5 of: Divine Wisdom Made Visible When Jesus spoke to the crowds who followed Him after the feeding of the five thousand, He knew they were seeking more than food. They had eaten the loaves and been satisfied, but their hunger … Continue reading →

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Part 1: People Pleasers

Posted on March 23, 2026 by Betty

There are many people pleasers in the world. They say yes when they should say no. Why? Because they don’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings. But beneath that desire to be kind lie deeper reasons: fear of not fitting in, … Continue reading →

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The Illusion That Others Experience the World the Same Way We Do

Posted on March 19, 2026 by Betty

Just as individuals often grapple with a flawed understanding of themselves, they also hold misguided assumptions about others—often without awareness. Most people, enveloped in their personal experiences, tend to believe that those around them share the same thoughts, observations, emotions, … Continue reading →

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Casting Out Fear

Posted on March 16, 2026 by Betty

What does that mean to you, and how can you achieve it? For me, “casting out fear” means recognizing that real love and fear can’t coexist. Fear grows out of expecting punishment, rejection, or harm. But when love is whole—steady, … Continue reading →

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The Pain of Being Misunderstood

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Betty

The desire for understanding is a universal human experience; however, many individuals navigate the world feeling misinterpreted, mislabeled, or inaccurately characterized in ways that were never intended. This experience can be particularly acute for introverts, reflective individuals, and sensitive thinkers. … Continue reading →

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