While we understand faith and service, we often fail to understand the importance of gratitude in our lives. Often we call out for help when we are in crisis or need but forget to give thanks for the many blessings… Read More »Bible Stories on Gratitude That Will Change Your Heart
Spend time with them – Take some time to do something they like. An older family member will probably appreciate a simple visit or phone call when you aren’t in a rush to do something else afterward.
Helping out also gives you a reason to visit frequently, so you can check in how they’re doing. Some people may not be ready to have a “big talk” but they’ll open up little by little during conversations you have… Read More »How to Help a Friend Who Feels Hopeless
James 1:2-4 Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete,… Read More »Best Bible Quotes About Gratitude
These days, it seems like writing letters of gratitude is a lost art. It’s much easier to send a quick thank-you text or simply continue on with your life without a second thought. With all the advancements in technology and… Read More »3 Easy Examples of Letters of Gratitude
Eventually, we associated asking for help with weakness, inadequacy and clinginess. That’s why when people ask, “How are you?” we will instinctively say, “I’m fine.” And when they say, “Do you need anything?” we will answer, “No thank you.”
Starting today, challenge yourself to say thank you to three different people a day. Aside from close friends and family, include people in your community, co-workers, service personnel, etc. This exercise can help you start actively looking for reasons to… Read More »Will You Take the Gratitude 30 Day Challenge?
By being aware of these five stages, you can keep track of where you are and notice if you have been stuck in a stage for too long. If you have been gradually moving through them, as bad as you… Read More »Hopelessness After Death of a Loved One
It is normal to feel overwhelmed after a job loss. If you feel this way, you should not feel rushed about moving forward. Give yourself some time to take a breath, sit back, and let it pass. Whether you use… Read More »How to Deal With Hopelessness After a Job Loss
It is much healthier to talk about the problem, but in a healthy and child-appropriate way. Don’t overwhelm them with details, but you can share what you feel and ask for a hug. Then, say how even when times are… Read More »How to Teach Your Kids to Have Hope