Last year, I chose the focus word Strengthen. Much of 2017, I felt physically weak from a third heart attack. But 2018 was going to be different. I was going to become stronger. Physically. I was going to grow my blog business. Instead the word Strengthen took on a whole new meaning. What has this year taught you? Did life goes as hoped for or even better? I hope that it did in many ways. Perhaps some of it did not. Maybe you had dreams that didn’t happen. However, instead of abandoning our goals or focus word for 2018, we have an opportunity to see what life and God is trying to teach us. So before we step forward into the new year let’s discuss finding inspiration when you don’t achieve your goals! [Read more…]
How to Set Family Goals
Goals are such an important part of an emotionally healthy life. So as we look back, I wanted to update you on my goal progress in 2018. Plus, I can’t wait to share with you all the various ways you can incorporate goals into your life and your family! Have you ever thought about creating goals as a family? Well, let me tell you of our experience creating family goals and how to set family goals. I’ll also include plenty of examples to get you thinking! [Read more…]
How to Support Bloggers and Small Businesses You Love
Would you love to be instrumental in helping your favorite bloggers or small businesses build their business so you can keep enjoying and reaping the rewards of their expertise? It is way more simple than you think to send a little love and support and doesn’t need to cost you an extra dime! Here are 10 ideas on how to support bloggers and small businesses you love! [Read more…]
10 Unconventional Self-Care Ideas
Self-care is about caring for yourself. But tending to your needs isn’t just about beautifying ourselves. Physical needs are a part of self-care but so is finding ways to attend our mental and emotional needs. Sometimes self-care can be about caring for and brightening our space or taking a moment for mental clarity. Here are 10 unconventional self-care ideas that will re-energize and lift your spirits. [Read more…]
4 Honest Reasons Why You Don’t Have Friends
Most of us would say that we want friends. We want, even hunger, for those deep connections. Friendships are part of an emotionally healthy life. Friendships allow us to laugh, to keep perspective on life, and to be encouraged to grow. So what is going on if as adults we don’t have any of those relationships? Here are 4 honest reasons why you don’t have friends. [Read more…]
6 Life Areas to Balance for Real Personal Growth
I love the idea of balance. My husband likes to joke how much my side of the family is all about “everything in moderation.” And when it comes to personal growth, it can very beneficial to step back and look at our life from a distance. We may want to ask ourselves if there are any areas of our life that are hurting our personal development. If we are doing fabulous in most of our life but our family life or finances are a train wreck it will soon began to wreak havoc in other areas. Here are 6 life areas to balance for real personal growth. [Read more…]
10 Blogs That Inspire Personal Growth
I am very excited and pleased to tell you all that The Reluctant Cowgirl was nominated for The Mystery Blogger Award by I Dream of Simple! So I will be on the hot seat this week answering questions as well as sharing with you a bit about the award. PLUS as part of accepting the award I get to nominate 10 other bloggers. So I can’t wait to share with you 10 blogs that inspire personal growth. [Read more…]
Bloopers and Mishaps in the First Year of Blogging
If you want to look poised and graceful at all times don’t try anything new, right? This year has had its share of funny moments. OK some didn’t seem so hilarious at the time. Like why in the world is the update/save button on WordPress so near the PUBLISH button! Eeekk. That was awkward accidentally sending out half a post to my readers. But we have to laugh at ourselves sometimes. So I’m sharing bloopers and mishaps in the first year of blogging for your enjoyment:) [Read more…]
5 Lessons on Realizing Dreams Learned from Blogging for a Year
The Reluctant Cowgirl is celebrating our one year anniversary! I have been live and writing for a year on this thing called “a blog”. So I wanted to share some lessons learned as I know they apply to all of us dreamers. And I wish to celebrate with my readers one year down in my blogging career. Here are 5 lessons on realizing dreams learned from blogging for a year. [Read more…]
Amazon Prime Day Deals for Book Lovers
Happiness is a stack of books and a comfy couch on a rainy day! Or laying by the pool. Or sitting on the front porch! I love to read. Reading is great for traveling to a different place in time or having a front row seat to a great survival story. But reading is also wonderful for learning to see things from a different perspective. Reading open up new growth in our lives. Amazon Prime Day has some amazing deals for book lovers. So whether you enjoy reading on your kindle, holding a fresh hard cover copy or downloading a new audio book, you are bound to find some exciting Amazon Prime day deals for book lovers. [Read more…]
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