by joyreichard | Jul 27, 2017 | Emotional Healing, Personal Growth and Development, self help
Why do I have to work so hard for everything I get? Better be on guard, for the next bad thing is sure to happen. Why can’t I ever get ahead? Do these kinds of thoughts weave their way through your mind? If so, are they even yours? Or are they stray thoughts picked up...
by joyreichard | Jul 19, 2017 | Personal Growth and Development, self help, Uncategorized
When you’re in a high mood, the world seems to be a better place in general. Even though you may get a tear in your sleeve, spill your coffee, or have to deal with a noisy neighbor, when you’re happy these minor daily problems don’t really bother you. Conversely, when...
by joyreichard | Jul 6, 2017 | Personal Growth and Development, self help, Spiritual Growth
Success comes and goes, but integrity is forever! Integrity means doing the right thing at all times and in all circumstances, whether or not anyone is watching. It takes courage at times to do the right thing. Sometimes the consequences of doing the right thing can...
by joyreichard | Jun 29, 2017 | Personal Growth and Development, self help, Spiritual Growth
When we pay attention to the words we use and how we use them, we can improve and deepen our relationships with others. Let’s imagine you have a friend, let’s call her Sally, who is quick to give unsolicited advice when all you want is a sympathetic ear to...
by joyreichard | Jun 20, 2017 | Personal Growth and Development, self help, Spiritual Growth
Are you experiencing a toxic relationship? It might be a quarrelsome in-law or relative that you have to see on a regular basis. Or an intimidating boss that you report to. Or it might be a domineering co-worker who makes too many suggestions about how you should do...
by joyreichard | Jun 15, 2017 | Emotional Healing, Personal Growth and Development, self help
When I was younger, I felt a need to express whatever was on my mind just to make sure my partner knew what I was thinking and feeling. This was especially true when I was frustrated, upset or angry at them. I believed in the myth that communication was key! It always...
