Looking back on 2020: An exercise in gratitude
2020. What a year, huh? I don't need to tell you how unexpected it was or break down the details of all the challenges. Sometimes I feel like that was ALL we talked about for 9.5 months. This post is a happy look back at last year, in which I focus on how many good...
How to Stay Focused When You’re Reading the Bible
If you're anything like me, you know the importance of reading God's Word on a regular basis -- but oftentimes struggle staying f o c u s e d. The Bible is so much more than just a chore we need to cross off our list, like doing laundry or flossing our teeth. His Word...
May 2020 Goals
Hi, friends! April 2020 was quite a ride, wasn't it? We had a little more preparation going into April than we did going into March, but the whole country sheltering in place was hard and wonderful and scary and somethin' else. I went into the month with tons of...
7 Things Saving My Life Right Now
When every day feels like the day you had before, every little lifesaver feels like a much bigger deal. Most of us have our lives thrown completely upside down during this pandemic and are having to find new tricks to stay happy, healthy, and productive. Here are 7...
40 Journal Prompts to Help You Get to Know Yourself Better
Welcome to the continuation of my journaling series! Sometimes as a society we tend to assume journaling is only for preteen girls to talk about their crushes, but if you leverage the practice well, it can be a phenomenal way to grow as a person. Using prompts to...
April 2020 Goals
Wow, what a month. It's hard to know what to say about such a historical period that we're currently experiencing. I think it's safe to say that all of us are a little different than the people we were at the beginning of March 2020. There has been a lot of sad...
Which Debt Should I Pay off First?: Snowball vs Avalanche Debt Payoff Methods
So you've decided to get serious about your financial health and you want to start tackling your debt. Maybe you're wondering, 'which debt should I pay off first?' Or maybe you just got your bonus or a tax return and you're trying to figure out how to get the most...
7 Things I Learned this Winter
I absolutely love how Emily Freeman always shares some things she learned each season and gives others the opportunity to do the same. When I was writing my list, a lot of the things that came to mind felt trivial or elementary. I also questioned why on earth I should...
11 Steps to Get Your Finances Under Control
Money is one of those things that stress people OUT. Did you know that it's one of the number one causes of divorce? Whether you're married or single, personal finances can cause some serious friction. As I write this, the stock markets are plunging and the outlook...
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