Taking the time to give yourself and your friends a pat on the back should always be a priority. However, despite the positive effects of self-affirmation, we often itch for compliments and ...

Giving birth can be tough — whether you go through labor naturally, have a C-section, or are induced. It can be physically taxing and emotionally exhausting. The process may be long and difficult and, ...

Now is always a good time to start thinking more positively about yourself. With constant comparisons to others on social media and the many negative messages we internalize from TV and movies, it can ...

Is it sometimes hard for you to believe in yourself? Do you struggle to think positively? Or does your mind always seem to be able to find the worst-case scenarios? Then daily affirmations may be a ...

Even if you’re not sure about the power of morning affirmations, the science behind them is—when used correctly, self-affirmations can significantly affect your mindset and behavior. They have the ...

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Encouragement can help people discern God’s will for their lives. In our prophetic role, pastors need to challenge people to keep the faith, fight the good fight. And often that means giving a ...

The words you choose matter a lot in parenting. Your kids are impressionable, and language (words) embodies thought, which is why choosing the right words of encouragement matters. As a parent, you ...