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The Gifts of Imperfection – Brene’ Brown, Ph.D. The four elements of shame resilience: Name it. Talk about it. Own your story. Tell the story. Story is about worthiness and embracing the imperfections that bring us courage, compassion, and connection. If we want to live fully, without the constant fear of not being enough, we… Read more
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Almost 30 years had passed since the events of Matthew 2. John the Baptist prepares the way for Jesus preaching “repent of your sins and turn to God, for the Kingdom of Heaven is near.” Isaiah 40:3 John was completely different from other religious leaders. They were greedy, selfish and sought the praise of people.… Read more
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The Gifts of Imperfection – Brene’ Brown Ph.D. “What’s the difference between shame and guilt? The majority of shame researchers and clinicians agree that the difference between shame and guilt is best understood as the differences between “I am bad” and “I did something bad.” Guilt = I did something bad. Shame = I am… Read more
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Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea while Herod was King. Wise men following the Jesus star traveled many miles to come and worship the “newborn king of the Jews. Herod was not the rightful heir to the throne of David, so he became very disturbed and paranoid when he heard of the birth of… Read more
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The Gifts of Imperfection – Brene’ Brown Ph.D. “‘Shame is the intensely painful feeling or experience of believing that we are flawed and therefore unworthy of love and belonging.’” Shame causes us to feel unworthy and unlovable. Even when my Yorkie (Lilly) does something she knows is wrong – like chewing up my favorite pair… Read more
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Matthew was a Jewish tax collector who became one of Jesus’ twelve disciples. The book of Matthew’s purpose is to prove that Jesus is the Messiah, the anointed and promised eternal King, our Savior. Matthew list the Jewish family line of Jesus. Jesus was a descendant of Abraham, the father of all Jews, God’s chosen… Read more
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The Gifts of Imperfection – Brene’ Brown Ph.D. “In Jungian circles, shame is often referred to as the swampland of the soul. I’m not suggesting that we wade out into the swamp and set up camp. I’ve done that and I can tell you that the swampland of the soul is an important place to… Read more
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Jude wrote to motivate Christians to defend and protect their faith. He was writing against false teachers who were saying Christians could do as they pleased without fear of God’s punishment. Jude warns against turning away from a faithful commitment to Christ. There are destructive consequences to sin. God is Holy. Jude gives three examples… Read more
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The Gifts of Imperfection – Brene’ Brown, Ph.D., Have you ever experienced an embarrassing situation like Brene’ Brown described when she spoke at the UP conference? Being misrepresented or misunderstood for who we are or for what we represent can be challenging for anyone. Pretending is easy. Facing the truth takes courage and work. Brene’… Read more
Just living the fairy tale life! NOT!! LOL
For Real, Elaine?! 