7 SMART Goals Examples for Churches or a Ministry

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Setting goals is an excellent way of developing in both a professional and spiritual sense. Whether you’re a regular churchgoer or a church or ministry leader, setting up clear goals to work towards can significantly enhance your overall church-going experience. One way of doing so is to implement the use of SMART goals. This article … Read more

27 Gratitude Examples Throughout Your Life

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Life can be tough sometimes, but I’ll tell you from experience that there are ways to make life easier and less stressful… even during one of those times. I’ve been keeping a gratitude journal for quite some time, which encourages me to focus on the things that I’m grateful for on a daily basis… regardless of how … Read more

12 Birthstone Meanings About Your Personality (Month-by-Month)

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Way back in the days of Exodus, Aaron, high priest of the Israelites — and brother to the prophet Moses — wore a breastplate adorned with 12 gems. Years later, Titus Flavius Josephus, a Romano-Jewish scholar, connected each stone to the 12 signs of the zodiac. The idea went mainstream by 1870, when Tiffany & Co. published … Read more

Mindful Commuting: Making Time for Mindfulness During Free Moments

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One complaint about mindfulness I hear again-and-again is “Steve, I just don’t have time to be mindful.” Hey, I get it! The idea of slowing down and “enjoying the moment” seems at odds with the idea of being productive. And I love productivity. How Making Time for Mindfulness Improves Productivity It is easy to think that … Read more

7 Best TED Talks on Mindfulness: Inspirational Discussions that May Change Your Life

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The TED Talk platform has become popular for many reasons, the main reason is clearly stated in their simple slogan: “Ideas Worth Spreading.” TED Talks are an inspiring way to open your mind to new ideas, with the fun twist of having professionals on a variety of subjects tell real stories and describe real situations … Read more

What Is Walking Meditation? (How to Build This Mindfulness Habit)

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We have all heard about the benefits of mindfulness, and how practicing this form of meditation has many health benefits. However, have you heard about the benefits of a habit called “walking meditation?” Both walking and meditation are great for your health, but when they are put together, they offer benefits that are greater than … Read more

Meditation vs. Mindfulness: What Is the Difference?

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Mindfulness has become a popular word recently, but do you know how it differs from meditation? Meditation and mindfulness each have many definitions and are often intertwined, so it’s easy to confuse the two terms. However, these two terms actually complement each other. Mediation and mindfulness are two sides of the same coin and often … Read more

What Is Mindfulness? (Includes Five Exercises Increase Mindfulness in Your Life)

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What Is Mindfulness? And Five Exercises to Add Mindfulness to Your Life

One of the major current ideas for reducing stress, being happier and increasing focus in both spirituality and psychology is the concept of mindfulness. But what is mindfulness? Why does mindfulness matter? How can mindfulness help you to be happier and healthier? This post will answer all your burning questions on mindfulness. From the simple, … Read more

How to Start Journaling (and Make It a Daily Habit)

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Journaling has several benefits for your overall health, and particularly your emotional health. It’s relaxing and helps you better understand your thoughts.

Have you ever tried to start a journaling habit, only to quit a few days later? Personally, my problem was always starting and stopping. I’d get excited about writing a daily journal, and for the first week, everything would go smoothly. Then, I’d get busy one day and decide that “missing one day won’t hurt.” … Read more