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How to Be Your Authentic Self
“Just be yourself.” Most of us have heard this, usually in situations where we’re afraid we might not be accepted. For instance, at a job interview, an audition, or the first day of something–anything where we might encounter people we don’t know. But here’s the irony in the saying “just…
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No More Hiding the Past
I admit I’ve gotten into the habit of modifying some of the older poems I’ve shared here. I tweak the last few stanzas or add a few lines to make them sound more uplifting. This site is about living life with positivity, so making those edits makes sense, right? Well,…
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5 Thoughts to Keep in Mind Whenever You’re in a Funk
Thoughts can be powerful–so much that they can pull you out of a funk even without anything else actually changing. So, if you’re feeling blue, shifting your thoughts is a good place to start. Before we begin, let’s clarify something. Thoughts like ‘count your blessings’ or ‘it can always be…
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Living Life Poetically: The Way of the World
A few days ago, I was reminded of exactly how much of my student loan debt I’ve already paid, how much of that has been interest, and how much I still owe. Suddenly, it hit me: Based on the amount still owed and the high interest rates, it is practically…
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How to Combat Anxiety at Work By Refocusing Your Attention on God
Unless your job is doing absolutely nothing, you are sure to experience some level of anxiety from time to time. Maybe you have a presentation, work meeting, a tight deadline, unending emails, toxic boss or coworkers, uncertain outcomes, or uncertain job security. Whatever the case may be, anxiety originating from…
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Living Life Poetically: Our Daily Battleground
“Our Daily Battleground” was written back in the Fall of 2013. However, it had no title, and it ended with the word “cry”; which isn’t a good way to end things. But I’m finally able to tie up the loose end. I realized, today, that the poem is basically about…
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The Silver Linings: How Depression Can Mean the Start to a Brighter Future
What does J.K. Rowling, Brad Pitt, and Dwayne Johnson have in common? Yes, they’re all famous. But that’s not the answer we’re going for. Answer: They’ve all previously battled with severe depression. What is Depression? There are tons of self-assessment tools out there were you answer a series of questions…
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Living Life Poetically: The Road
“The Road” chronicles my journey to where I am today. But it’s not all about me. It chronicles all of our journeys through life in general. The first half of the poem was actually written a few years ago–right up to the word “blue.” However, I couldn’t figure out how…
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Why the Serenity Prayer Should be a Part of Your Every Day
Life can bring a lot of worries and concerns that interfere with our peace of mind. E. Ballay This is a no-brainer statement that even our very first ancestors would have to agree with. However, they probably wouldn’t agree that the level and nature of our worries and concerns are…
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Living Life Poetically: They Tried so Hard
My inspiration for “They Tried so Hard” comes from observing social media and people. No doubt, we live in a world that values fame, prestige, wealth, and all other superficial things. So, “They Tried so Hard” is a lament and a caution. It’s a lament to all those who spent…
