3958 Make Your Last Word Good
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Parenting is a relentless hustle. Sleepless nights blur into days of heartache, frustration, and moments when it feels like your efforts go unnoticed. In the chaos of discipline, schedules, and tears, it’s easy to lose sight of the fact that you are the constant in your child’s world—their anchor and their guide. The truth is, what you say last in any interaction leaves a lasting imprint. That’s why it’s crucial: make your last word good. What does that mean? It means shifting focus from reaction to reflection. It means choosing the lasting message you want your child to take...
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3957 Dig A Little Deeper
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Life doesn’t wait for you to be ready. It hits hard, fast, and often without warning. When the storms roll in, they can scar your days and steal the peace from your nights. It’s raw. It’s real. And frankly, it’s not fun. Life has never been easy for anyone who’s ever done more than just exist. If you want to stand tall—if you want to break past the pain—you have to dig a little deeper. Digging deeper means rolling up your sleeves and getting your hands and heart a little dirty, diving headfirst into the mess that life throws your way. Desire to be supported and encouraged by...
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3956 Why Does Everything Healthy Taste So Bad?
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Healthy living rarely feels easy. We say we want to be healthier, but when faced with salads that seem like lawn clippings or bland steamed veggies, we ask ourselves: Why does everything healthy taste so bad? The frustration isn’t just about flavor; it’s a symptom of a deeper battle between what our bodies crave and what our minds resist. Your taste buds and your body are often on two different pages, and that disconnect trips up even the most committed. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . When we say “healthy,” we’re really talking...
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3955 Put Down Your Mask
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It’s easy to hide behind a mask — the carefully crafted image of who you think you should be or what you don’t want anyone to see. Behind this disguise, you might feel safer, less vulnerable. But you cannot move forward or live the life you were meant to live with God’s divine purpose in mind if you’re trapped behind that mask. So, put down your mask. Please put down your mask. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . Be bold enough to show up with your flaws, your imperfections, your raw and real self. You don’t have to be perfect to...
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3954 How Do You Shift In Real Time?
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Life isn’t a straight path. It’s a wild mix of flavors, textures, highs, lows, wins, and setbacks. You grind to reach certain milestones, but just when you think you’ve arrived, reality reminds you there’s more hustle, more growth, more shifting to do. So how do you shift in real time when life throws you curveballs? Are you the kind of person who acts like you’ve already done the hard work—like you’ve ticked the box—only to wash your hands of responsibility? Then you lean back, waiting for the next step to come to you. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded...
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3953 No More Words
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Have you ever paused to consider how God truly wants you to show up each day? It’s easy to walk into church on Sunday with a smile and a heart full of joy—or at least a glimpse of it. But ask yourself: how genuine is that moment? Is it real and life-giving? Or is it just a performance, a mask worn for the crowd, for appearances? God doesn’t need the mask. He sees behind it. He knows the truth that we often try to hide, even from ourselves. No more words. Jesus said it plainly in Matthew 5, in the Beatitudes—a blueprint for living “God’s way.” It’s a call to something deeper...
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3952 Are You Chasing the Wrong Part of the Heart?
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Marriage. A word that conjures images of bliss, partnership, and forever—but also confusion, frustration, and unexpected challenges. When two people say, “I do,” it isn’t just a promise to love; it’s an entry into a complicated dance of needs, expectations, and realities. And somewhere along the way, you might find yourself wondering: Are you chasing the wrong part of the heart? Let’s be real—too many people step into marriage thinking it’s all about them. They want their partner’s role to serve their needs, validate their feelings, and eliminate inconveniences. Desire to be...
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3951 Prepare the Way
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When your children are little, parenting feels all-consuming. Overwhelm doesn't even seem like a fitting word, yet you’re hands-on from feeding to teaching to fixing. Every day is full of immediate needs, constant crisis management, and unconditional love sprinkled throughout. It’s easy to believe that how you prepare the way means just getting them through those early years. But then, they grow. They move into adolescence, young adulthood, and beyond—and suddenly the kind of parenting required shifts. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the...
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3950 Choose What You Carry Forward
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So much in life is left in the trenches of what we lost or what didn't make it. Success can leave scars as much as failures. But the sting is always greater when something does not go your way. Yet, that's not how your story gets to end. There is joy in the morning, and you get to choose what you carry forward. That choice isn’t because of how much you know or the wit you’ve picked up along the way—though those add richness to your journey. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . It’s because your power lies in what you decide to hold...
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3949 Lean Into Leverage
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If you have a life where everything is perfectly aligned—ideal schedule, boundless energy, and endless resources—great. This isn’t for you. But for the rest of us? Especially when it comes to healthy living, the reality is messier, more complicated, and rarely perfect. So, instead of getting caught up in the magnitude of all the things 'health,' maybe it's all about how you lean into leverage. And not the leverage you are probably thinking of. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . That’s why chasing some ideal “health” picture rarely...
info_outlineWhen it comes to parent and child relationships, one question often arises: Can a child say no to a parent? It may not be encouraged depending on how you were brought up or the influencers around you. So, is NO a bad word?
Think about it. This seemingly straightforward inquiry delves deep into the realms of communication, respect, and understanding within families.
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The concept of saying no to a parent can evoke a myriad of emotions and opinions. Traditional views may assert that children should always obey their parents, a notion deeply rooted in generations of parenting practices.
However, as society evolves and the understanding of child psychology grows, the idea of children having a voice in their interactions with parents has gained traction.
Respecting a child's boundaries and allowing them to express their autonomy is essential for their emotional development. Encouraging open communication and listening to a child's concerns can foster a sense of trust and respect within the parent-child relationship.
Setting healthy boundaries teaches children that their opinions and feelings are valid, helping to build their self-esteem and confidence.
Moreover, recognizing a child's right to say no can also serve as a valuable lesson in consent and personal agency. Teaching children to assert their boundaries early in life can empower them to navigate relationships, peer pressure, and potential risks as they grow older.
However, the question of whether a child can say no to a parent is not without its complexities. Balancing a child's autonomy with parental authority requires a delicate approach. Parents must strike a balance between setting boundaries and allowing room for expression, guiding their children with empathy and understanding.
Ultimately, the ability for a child to say no to a parent is a sign of a healthy, communicative relationship. It speaks to a dynamic where both parties feel heard and respected, fostering mutual understanding and emotional growth.
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In order for a child to understand how NO can be used in a respectful manner, the parent needs to model it.
And unfortunately, that doesn't come easy, especially if you were raised that children are to be seen and not heard.
But then, how do they have a voice? How does their self-esteem grow if they are not seen and heard?
Muting children for the ease of your life does not serve them well. And as a parent, we are called to love and serve our children well, to love them unconditionally, and to raise them to be productive adults who impact the world that they touch.
1. Active Listening: Encourage the child to actively listen to the other person's perspective before expressing their own thoughts. This teaches the importance of understanding different viewpoints and promotes respectful dialogue.
2. Use "I" Statements: Encourage the child to use "I" statements when expressing their feelings or opinions. For example, "I feel frustrated when..." or "I would prefer if...". This helps the child take ownership of their emotions and communicate assertively yet respectfully.
3. Practice Empathy: Encourage the child to consider the other person's feelings and perspectives when expressing themselves. By fostering empathy, children learn to communicate with sensitivity and understanding, promoting respectful interactions with others.
As you navigate the nuances of parent-child dynamics, remember that healthy relationships are built on trust, respect, and open communication. Encouraging children to express their boundaries and opinions establishes a foundation for strong, resilient connections that can withstand the tests of time.
In the journey of parenting, embracing the concept of a child saying no to a parent can lead to deeper connections and a greater sense of harmony within the family unit. By nurturing a space for open dialogue and mutual respect, we can empower our children to navigate the world with confidence and compassion.
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