Guilt
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I was brought up in a Pentecostal Church where power through the baptism of the Holy Spirit was central to our religion. When I turned 30 I began to hunger and thirst for more of God, to know Him, to know His love. I began studying His word, digging deeper and deeper and praying more… Read more
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I had struggled for years with a neurological disorder. The symptoms became worse with stress so I resigned from my position as a director at a local hospital. The first two years at home were extremely challenging. No longer the ninety mile per hour driven woman I had always been I sank into a deep… Read more
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I have been blessed with four intelligent, beautiful and independent daughters. This was my goal! This was my desire. I never wanted them to suffer the heartache and stress I had experienced. I prayed, I worked hard to make sure they had a good stable life. We went to church every Sunday as a family.… Read more
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I read an article today where a woman was proclaiming she did not regret having an abortion. I have read where women have bragged about how many abortions they have had without any remorse whatsoever. I can’t comprehend this way of thinking. When I was 21 years old I had an abortion. I loved the… Read more
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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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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
For Real, Elaine?! 