After a year’s wait, the Tokyo Olympics are finally coming to life. With the pandemic still being a part of our lives and no spectators at the Olympic events, this year will be like none other before it. So, let’s talk about The Joy of Being Your Own Olympic Star.…
Louise Pistole
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Today I want to share with you my thoughts and my mission in this article, Why I Write About Joy. *** *** “Watch out for joy stealers!” My minister had my immediate attention with his comment. The message was based on 1 Thessalonians 5:16, “Be joyful always.” I left with…
Today, I turn my blog over to Julie Blank. She will show you 4 ways to choose JOY!And, you will find her bio at the end of the post.Take it away, Julie….. *** *** You may have heard the phrase, “happiness is based on circumstances, joy is a choice.” At…
We can all do our share here on Planet Earth. I want to share with you 30 loving ways to make the world a better place by spreading your love to: Family Girlfriends Neighbors Co-Workers Your community *** *** Have you ever heard the Michael Jackson classic Heal the World?…
*** *** JOY is my Truth and my Light! *** What is this joy that I speak of so often? Joy lives at the epicenter of my heart. It fuels my emotions and keeps me in a positive place. Let my truth be heard so others can find their truth. I know…
*** Inhale Blessings and Exhale Happiness *** Ever wondered why all the hype about gratitude? There’s been a lot of research in recent years showing How Gratitude Can Boost Your Happiness. Read on to find out why gratitude is much more than just being thankful. *** *** Gratitude is like…
*** *** Workplaces are changing on a daily basis and sometimes, it’s hard to keep up. Let’s talk about How to Infuse your Workplace with Joy and Happiness. Hopefully, this will help to make your work life a little more pleasant. *** Do you have a vision of your dream…
Overcoming Challenges Series Roundup *** I was amazed at the response to my series on overcoming challenges. So many people were willing, and even eager, to share their personal stories. Today, I want to highlight all the posts in one place and provide you with 5 Simple and Effective Ways…
#12 of an Inspirational Series *** Are you chasing joy? If so, you’re probably keen on infusing your life only with what brings you joy. I want to share with you 5 Surprising Secrets to Living a Joy-Filled Life. *** *** What is meant by living a joy-filled life? According…
#11 of An Inspirational Series *** *** “Dear sweet lady, how in the world can I discover my joy? There are so many things that are in need of attention… I am driving myself crazy with worry.” This message showed up this morning in my inbox. My heart leaped to…
#10 of An Inspirational Series *** Did you know that courage is like a box of Quality Street sweets? It relies on determination, steadfastness, discipline, and fear to be exercised. If you’ve ever been ten-pin bowling, you know that you have to keep your eye on the ball. Courage is…
#9 in the Overcoming Challenges Series *** Today, I welcome AJ Smith of Soul Rehab to share her wisdom on Having Hope to Confront Your Pain and Heal Your Soul. She has a powerful message about deep healing for warriors. *** * Having Hope By AJ Smith Soul Rehab it’s…
* #8 in the Overcoming Challenges Series *** Today, I welcome Jamie Pirtle who is sharing her personal story of Learning to be Patient after a Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis. *** You’ve got cancer….. Hearing the words “you’ve got cancer” is never what you want to hear, but there I was,…
5 Tips on How to be More Patient *** #9 of an Inspirational Series *** *** A Quick Look: 1. How to Build Your Power of Patience2. Nilakshi’s Story of Patience3. 5 Tips on How to be More Patient4. Learning to Practice Patience – A Personal Story *** How to…
#7 of Overcoming Challenges Series *** This article is not intended, in any way, to represent medical advice. For medical advice, always contact your physician or call 911 for a medical emergency. *** Today, I welcome a friend and fellow blogger, Beth Elkassih, to talk to you about her experience…
#6 in Overcoming Challenges Series *** Today, I want to introduce you to Andrea who writes about ‘How to Heal from Trauma.’ Her words come from her heart after her personal experience. *** This article is not intended, in any way, to represent medical advice. For medical advice, always contact…
*** #8 of an Inspirational Series Updated July 28, 2020 *** *** The Peaceful Life at the Coast There is nothing more beautiful than sunrise at the coast. It is the promise of a new day, another opportunity for a new beginning. As the colors streak across the skies, I…
*** #5 of Overcoming Challenges Series *** Today, I welcome Jessica, a mental health blogger, to this space. She will talk to you about 5 tips for loving and supporting your spouse’s mental health. *** This article is not intended, in any way, to represent medical advice. This is about…