Tag: confidence

Poem for Today ~ A Prayer

A Prayer Paul Laurence Dunbar O Lord, the hard-won miles     Have worn my stumbling feet: Oh, soothe me with thy smiles,     And make my life complete. The thorns were thick and keen     Where’er I trembling trod; The way was long between     My wounded feet and God. Where … Continue reading Poem for Today ~ A Prayer

Thinking Out Loud ~ Doubt the Doubters

No Doubt, No Fear, Never Look Back James Allen in his book, As a Man Thinketh, writes, “Thoughts of doubt and fear never accomplished anything, and never can. They always lead to failure. Purpose, energy, power to do, and all strong thoughts cease when doubt and fear creep in. The will to do springs from … Continue reading Thinking Out Loud ~ Doubt the Doubters

Feel Good Tip ~ It’s Going to Turn Out Right

Optimists Are Healthier A recent Harvard School of Public Health study found that positive psychological well-being, which includes self-acceptance and positive relations with others, is linked to improved heart health. However, having an optimistic attitude was the biggest predictor of all: People who tend to look on the bright side have fewer heart problems, such as cardiovascular … Continue reading Feel Good Tip ~ It’s Going to Turn Out Right

Feeling Good Tip ~ Have You Heard of Reframing?

Reframing How You View a Situation Can Change Your Life According to an article in Harvard Health Publishing, people who reframe difficult situations  and discover the possibilities within them are much happier and tend to live longer than those who don't.  The article states, "When some people confront difficulties, they tend to only view the … Continue reading Feeling Good Tip ~ Have You Heard of Reframing?