There’s this place we live in this world that says how we “feel”, see ourselves and perceive how others “see us” is most often based on accomplishments! Some of our own making, and almost as important is the success of our children, spouse, the circles we run in, our job and income status as theContinue reading “Facing the outside opinions / attitudes from Others versus the reality of our perception”
Author Archives: Raised from the Ashes
Those “Voices in our Head”
When you feel like all your dreams, hopes and life itself have gone up in flames and you have been reduced to a pile of ashes, it is time to turn your eyes upon Jesus, look into His eyes and listen only to is words. It’s the only way out and back to victory. WeContinue reading “Those “Voices in our Head””
Shame, Guilt and Fear
Guilt and shame can rule your life – And so can living in fear. Fear of other’s approval, fear of doing things “right”, fear of the consequences of actions from your past and how they have affected the others in your life that matter most. It’s only through “freeing” yourself by accepting God’s love forContinue reading “Shame, Guilt and Fear”
Adjusting My Attitude Isn’t Easy
Some days (hours / minutes) it is NOT easy to accept people for “where they are” when we so desperately want them to be at “another point / with another attitude / with better actions”. And sometimes that is ourselves! There are the “words of wisdom” that say – “that which we are the mostContinue reading “Adjusting My Attitude Isn’t Easy”
Looking at Our “Loss”
Some think that God “took” someone when they die, however I do not believe it is the will of God that our loved one, or anyone connected with them, lose the battle of addiction and check out of this world. However, I do believe that there are individuals who lose all their hope, desire andContinue reading “Looking at Our “Loss””
Our Perception of Ourselves and Others
What makes a person “bad”? The perception of the “outside” world may “look” like that person is not “acceptable” by today’s society and our personal measuring stick. However, I would like to say that their “actions”, decisions, habits and learned way to respond to things does not mean “they” are bad. The choices might notContinue reading “Our Perception of Ourselves and Others”
Devastation “Redirected” Into Purpose
I have faced more disappointing news that left me devastated and in tears. Then there are issues that my family members are struggling with that seem almost insurmountable and completely restrictive and overwhelming. I sat down and felt completely crushed as I had to face the part of the serenity prayer that says “Accept whatContinue reading “Devastation “Redirected” Into Purpose”
Conquering Your Guilt and Shame
Guilt and shame can rule your life – And so can living in fear. Fear of other’s approval, fear of doing things “right”, fear of the consequences of actions from your past and how they have affected the others in your life that matter most. It’s only through “freeing” yourself by accepting God’s love forContinue reading “Conquering Your Guilt and Shame”
May You Find Peace
To all those precious mothers, grandmothers, sisters, all women who have lost a child or loved one – nothing can compare to that emptiness and forever “hole” that can only be filled by the one individual who you are now separated from. My prayer for you, especially today, is that God brings you the comfortContinue reading “May You Find Peace”
When There Are No Words
I am completely numb. I am so grateful that my son is still alive and o.k. and I am believing that he will be fine and get the help he needs and the time and space to get his life in perspective. I am asking God to surround and protect him with angels to comfortContinue reading “When There Are No Words”