“Fear is not real. It is a product of thoughts you create. Do not misunderstand me. Danger is very real. But fear is a choice.” – Will Smith Fear is defined as an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or a threat. There are several… Read More Fear: Face Everything and Rise
There are so many things in life that can keep us from moving forward. From past experiences to fears of the unknown, in addition to discouraging words of others and the voices in our heads. In spite of all of those possibilities, I want to urge you to keep going. Like most of you, I… Read More Today Is National Day of Encouragement!
“…instead of talking about me, speak kind words to me…” – Reverend James Cleveland Calla lilies are my favorite flowers. In the Ancient Greek tradition and classic Victoria language they are commonly known for being magnificent and overwhelmingly beautiful. They also symbolize resurrection and rebirth, because it returns after the winter each year. And they… Read More Give Me My Flowers; An Apology To My Body
Thanks to Avia Venefica author of http://www.whats-your-sign.com/, I learned the peacock has some of the most revered qualities of humans. It symbolizes integrity and the beauty we can achieve when we strive to show who we are. In history, myth, legend, and traditional wisdom, the peacock symbolizes signs of nobility, holiness, guidance, protection, and watchfulness. I have referenced… Read More Affirmation: Confessions of a Peacock
Our society has the tendency to express its views about everything known to man, and when those expressions are negatively geared toward body image it can damage one’s self-esteem. As you know, I am grateful for our freedom to express ourselves – however, sometimes the use of that freedom discourages me. So, I want to encourage… Read More Self-Esteem and The Plus-size Woman
“She’s a pretty girl, but she should lose a few pounds.” As fond as I am of words, I can get pretty annoyed by the use of the word “but” as an indication of the impossibility of a full-figured woman being attractive. I recently had a conversation with a friend about the time she was told… Read More Being Big and Beautiful is Not an Anomaly
