Valentine's day is coming & many of us who are single (& people who are in a relationship) feel even more lonely than usual.  In Finland it is called Friendship Day, I like that much better.[...]

I am challenged by depression, panic attacks & extreme mood swings; I take medication for all of them.  The medication on it's own does not "fix" these issues-they can become overwhelming.  The medication along with a strong support system, healthy coping tools, diet, exercise & being gentle with myself is so vital & important.[...]

The hardest thing you will ever, & I do mean ever-is to Love Yourself!

You are happy with who you are.  Treat yourself with dignity, honour & respect.[...]

Why, why, why?  When, when, when?  These are two questions we can ask ourselves, over & over.  And of course there are more.....It is like going in circles inside our head.  Or doing the same thing over & over, expecting a different result.  How does doing these things help us in anyway?[...]

The day seems so much better when the sun is shining.  Please remember it still is.

I try to do the following everyday:  I look into my eyes in the mirror & say out loud "I Love you Jean, I love you Christian, & God Loves You.  You are beautiful & perfect, right here, right now, forever & always in God's eyes.  Thank you God![...]

I know it can easy to become distracted, it happens to all of us.  What about choosing positive distractions?  When you are feeling stressed, anxious or troubled by life's challenges-choose to do something that takes your mind off of yourself.  Just getting out of the place you are in changes your energy.  I know it sounds simple, however, choosing to do something simple can get you away, bring a new perspective, help you to take your mind off your challenges.[...]

The more we practice to do simple things like saying hello to the people we shop from, the easier   it will become to say hello to others.  It gives to others & also nurtures ourselves.[...]