Last week I was asked this question (for a website on self-development), “(In 50 words) What’s the best book you’ve read on self development and how is it different from the rest?” I thought of the self development books I’d read. Books with helpful insights on mental health issues. Books offering practical advice about relationships. Books with tips on managing emotions or improving my health. Books by lay people and books by medics. Books for groups and books for individuals. …Read More
1. It’s a chore. No! Thankfulness isn’t an exercise like flossing, to make you a more rounded person. It’s a whole new way of looking at the world. It’s a command and a habit and an opportunity. It is more than writing a list before you go to bed – though this might be a help. It’s risky and thrilling and it changes you and the people around you. 2. It’s based on the good stuff you’ve got. Thankfulness is much …Read More
When God made you, He knew exactly what He was doing. You’re here because the Lord wants you here. You have a purpose and you matter. You don’t need to compare yourself to anyone else because He has marked out your path, and it is full of meaning. You’re going through hard times because you follow a crucified Lord. It doesn’t mean you’re doing something wrong. It doesn’t mean He’s forgotten you. Your name is written on the palm of …Read More
It might be an out and out addiction. Or a habit that’s becoming something more. Either way, it’s got you – and here’s what it whispers… 1. I can’t do it. – Yes you can. But see point 2… 2. I can do it alone. – You can’t – no-one can. 3. It’s gonna be easy. – It may well be the hardest thing you’ve ever done…but also the most worthwhile. Long-term, the alternative is much, much harder. 4. It’s …Read More
I’m nervous. There’s a big event approaching and I don’t feel up to it. I’ve prepped and I’ve packed. But as the minutes tick down, I pull out the big guns. A slash of lipstick. A mask of foundation. Concealer to hide my weakness. A cloak of expensive perfume. Painted talons and whitened fangs. Warpaint. And Now I’m ready. What’s your armour? What helps you, when you know you’re not enough? Perhaps it’s food. A wall between you and your …Read More
