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Coping with an Inevitable Change: How Dealing with Anxiety Saved My Life

I really appreciate you checking out my blog! Just so you know, some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means that if you buy something through them, I might earn a little bit of money, at no extra cost to you. There’s absolutely no pressure to buy anything, but if you do, it genuinely helps support the time and love I put into writing these posts. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Life has a way of handing us storms we never see coming. For me, that storm came in the form of a devastating divorce and the heartbreaking loss of child custody. I can still remember the moment it all hit me. Papers were signed. My home felt emptier than ever. The sound of silence became unbearable. I was lost, angry, and drowning in a tidal wave of emotions. Anxiety wasn’t just a word—it was a force living inside me. Some days, the darkness felt so heavy that I questioned whether life was worth living at all. But something deep within me refused to give up. Even at my lowest point, a small voice whispered, “...

Rising Above Limits: When Music Became My Lifeline

There was a time when my world split in two. My oldest son left this earth far too soon, at just 22, in a sudden car crash that shattered every illusion I had about safety and tomorrow. I remember those early days with a surreal clarity—like watching life through frosted glass. All I could manage was to sleep, and when I was awake, I kept my earplugs jammed in, Gospel music blaring so loud it almost numbed the pain. The Mass Choirs became my secret army of comfort. Their voices—hundreds rising in unison—would weave lyrics full of meaning and hope into a tapestry of harmony so rich it filled every corner of my broken heart. The sound would lift and rise until it seemed to carry my grief up to the heavens. I learned something profound in that long, aching season: music , in all its forms, is a mighty instrument for healing a distressed mind. Whether it’s Gospel, classical, soul, or your favorite rock ballad—melody can do what words alone can’t. It took years of listening, singing, and pe...

How to Rise Above Adversity

  Failure and success are flip sides of the same coin.... you have to be willing to flip that coin! We will look at some real life stories of failure and success and the overcoming of adversity. (Even my own story)   Success is a process that requires following certain principles .  In EVERY successful person, you will find that there are certain ways of dealing with issues that each individual had in common.  These are teachable principles that can be followed by anyone. Do you have a problem? The problem, Unfortunately, is probably you... Good news! YOU are also the Solution! The BIGGEST obstacle to success and happiness that most of us face are our own  irrational   Fears of failure and rejection .  WE HOLD OURSELVES BACK!     Here's why and how to stop it... CLICK THE "Sky" in the PHOTO BELOW!  

How to Get Out of Your Own Head

Have you ever felt stuck in a loop of self-doubt and frustration when things don’t go as planned? You’re not alone. But here’s the truth: Success is not an accident. It’s not about luck or being in the right place at the right time. It’s about how you think—especially when life throws you curveballs. Let’s break this down so you can start moving forward with clarity and confidence. Effective Thinking: The Indispensable Key Whether you’re building a business, improving your health, or growing in your personal life, your thinking determines your outcomes. Effective thinking is an indispensable key to successful results. Why? Because the way you interpret challenges directly shapes your choices—and ultimately, your results. The Difference Between Success and Stagnation Successful people are not immune to adversity. In fact, they often face more of it. But they have learned to think and respond differently than most of society. When life doesn’t go your way, how do you respond? Be h...