Reading soothes my mind and reminds me that I am not alone. I am aware that reading benefits me, but just recently, I found research that supports a connection between mental health and reading. I wanted to share some of this research to validate those who use books to help themselves with mental health right now and to encourage others to read to help themselves through things like stress, … [Read more...] about Reading and Mental Health
Health and Wellness
Health and Wellness
My Own Worst Enemy
Reflection I looked through a silver gilded mirror And saw a beast with scowls cruel and low I screamed and cried and shook with fear The creature spit and slapped its foe Shaking loose I ran for air Light grew dimmer and dimmer still until I sat amid the chaos. Out of darkness and from behind, the beast did lay me flat In vain, I cursed, and gnashed and wailed this fiend, now a hungry … [Read more...] about My Own Worst Enemy
Mind Reading
Words of Wisdom I received lately:Mind Reading "What other people think is none of your business." I have a problem with trying to read people's minds, even when I know I can't. I think it comes from my desire to please the people I admire and love. I also believe that I have good discernment of others; I don't know if that is really true, but I believe it nonetheless. I think I have a good … [Read more...] about Mind Reading
Listen to the Kind Voice and Hold onto the Light
I have not been myself lately. After a few months of internal, silent battles, I admit to myself that something needs to change. Now that I have, I feel God's love and feel so much more patience and kindness towards myself. Yesterday was filled with angels who were able to serve and love me the way Christ would have. These angels were friends, family and health care professionals. I have received … [Read more...] about Listen to the Kind Voice and Hold onto the Light