A Positive Way of Life

Recently, I was reminded of what the title to my novel, Beauty in Pain, really means. Thankfully, I can say it wasn't the kind of heart wrenching, self-annihilating situation I have previously known, but any kind of hurt is still painful.

I was faced with a situation that caused me a great deal of heartache. As I experienced this unexpected circumstance I realized things weren't as bad as they felt momentarily. When I took a moment to step away from the problem I noticed things were not that bad. Truthfully, I have to acknowledge I received information I had been wanting, although it arrived in an undesirable package.

As negative things rear their ugly heads in your life, look for the beauty that can be found in or around the situation. Focus on being well and attempt to step back from what's happening. Really examine what is taking place, regardless of how it might look at first glance. Choosing to actively seek the beauty in your pain is a positive way of life.


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International Day of Peace

Wednesday, September 21, 2011, is the International Day of Peace. According to un.org, this day was established in 1981, but the 21st date of September became annual in 2001. Further, the United Nations extends an invitation to all people to observe this day of peace through education and awareness.

You can express your support on this upcoming International Day of Peace in your everyday life. Remember, peace is always a good a thing. You can have a discussion on how to live peacefully at home, in your neighborhood or in relationships. Internationaldayofpeace.org encourages everyone to participate on Wednesday.

Global peace is a tall order, but if you and I attempt to do our part we move closer to it. Perhaps, others will be inspired by watching you. Why not help? It's only one day and takes us a step closer to living happier.

What are you doing for the International Day of Peace?


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Oh That Tricky B...

Yeah, yeah, I know what you’re thinking, but this time the B stands for Beelzebub. You may know him by his many other names that include, but are not limited to Lucifer, the devil and fallen angel. Well, I want you to know that he’s not only trickier than you can imagine, he is also very clever too.

Honestly, his seemingly wonderful intellect is why so many become inundated by negative forces in their lives. Let’s face it, if his approach always screamed, “I’m literally your worst nightmare come to life.” We’d all run screaming for our Lord and Savior, but instead many disguises are used, so many caught off guard.

Know that God doesn’t want bad things for you in any form. So when it exists, you need to stop everything because that tricky b found a way to ride shotgun in your car. He may even be sitting next to you in your living room. The fallen one is hidden inside things we don’t think of as spiritual problems. That means, if there is anything that you should have dominion over, but instead, it is ruling you that is where you’ll find him.

Pray…use what God gave you to regain control over your life. That will vary for each person because our gifts are different. Get lost in His word and unleash it in your life!

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Vegan?

Right when you finally got used to vegetarians, vegans were introduced.  This newer sect left some of us confused as to what vegan really meant.  According to the Merriam-Webster online dictionary, a vegan is a strict vegetarian who consumes no animal food or dairy products.

Kathy Freston, also known as the Veganist has presented new ways of looking at this lifestyle.  She has helped Oprah Winfrey with the 21 Day Cleanse, as well as much of her Harpo staff to take a seven day Vegan Challenge.  Freston claims you can lose weight and drop your blood pressure.

The vegan lifestyle is continuously forming new ways to incorporate itself in everyday life.  Alicia Silverstone, author of The Kind Diethas also made this her way of life.   She also has a blog called The Kind Life which shares ways to save the planet, including fashion by Vaute Couture.

While I'm not converted, yet, I am definitely interested enough to consider a seven day challenge.


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