Summer whirls us into a flurry of activity. We race to engage kids and family in outings. Vacations demand planning, press us through an agenda, and cause weeks of post-travel catch-up. The season most tauted for recreation often turns into an exhausting set of tasks. While we could manage to squeeze…
Have you seen today's date? Gasp! Veteran's Day flew by over the weekend. Some of us paused to remember our heroes. Took a day off. Worked retail. Whatever happened, somehow we woke up this morning to find ourselves waist-deep in November. And you know what this means, right? (Slaps cheeks and…
Pudgy orange veggies clutter the shop aisles. Their cousins tumble over one another in great mounds at the street corners. Yet, the masses seek them as if expecting a shortage. From giant prize winners to tiny table toppers, people gather them into their trunks. Addicts line up for regular doses…
This week's video blog follows up on our discussion from last week. Here's what we'll cover in this ten-minute post: The stages of grief What to say--and what NOT to say-- when responding to those experiencing loss Everyone grieves differently Long term recovery goal is NOT forgetting, but remembering How professionals…
This week's blog post, originally broadcast via Periscope, addresses communication. These four tips will improve your connections with business, family, and community members. The techniques work to improve your most critical relationships, as a parent or spouse. Feel free to post your questions or comments. I look forward to hearing from…
Divine Encouragement welcomes Sharron Cosby as our guest blogger this week. Watching someone self-destruct hurts. Wanting to fix something not yours to fix breeds frustration. Crying at the mere thought of your loved one’s bleak future melds into hopelessness. I experienced those emotions and then some. My son’s addiction wore me…
Grocery aisles bleed pink and burgundy. Lacy tulle billows throughout the marketplace. It's February. Lovers, truffles, and bears. Oh, my. Romance novelists and greeting card manufacturers squeal with delight through these weeks. Sappy movies flood theaters and television channels. Chiseled jaw heroes ingest special magnets, it seems. No force of fate…
You might be tempted to tune me out. I challenge you to stay tuned after hearing this week's book title, even if you doubt its relevance. Understanding others' heartfelt needs applies not only to romance, but also to a vast spectrum of other relationship categories. Consider your daily interactions with others.…
I'm liking the candy corn around me, deep azure skies above, and an extra hour of sleep on the horizon. I like autumn, but it's not my favorite. Before passionate fall-enthusiasts take defensive aim, let me just honor your right to like whatever you choose. Perhaps your heart skips a beat…