Tag: Transparency

Dear Disney, Dreams Don’t Always Come True

I want to earn a degree in marketing. I want to become a published author within five years after I graduate from college. I want to write for Christian magazines or websites. I want to get married by the age of 25 and have kids by the age of 30. I want to maintain a beautiful home that’s close to my parents. I want to have three kids and maybe even a pet. I want to work from home while I take care of my husband and kids. But truth be told, my expectations are probably too high—and I blame you for that.

The Real Reason I’ve Never Worn a Bikini

Well, summertime is quickly approaching. People are firing up their grills, planning family vacations, and shopping for summer apparel, including bikinis. And I thought that it'd be fun to write about bikinis, clothes, and convictions in general. Honestly, you probably won’t find me in a bikini this year. I’ve actually never worn one.

Learning to Accept Our Bodies

In my drawer, I have a pair of jeans stashed away. I’ve had these jeans for several years, and honestly, they’re too small for me. I don’t wear them anymore because they’re tight and uncomfortable. But I keep them because I’m scared to let them go. I don’t want to admit that I need a larger size. I don’t want to admit that I’ve grown out of my clothes.

3 Ways to Help You Accept Your Body

But your height and weight—and every other aspect about your body—were chosen by God. He didn't make a single mistake when He created you, and it's so important to accept His design. Yes, acceptance is easier said than done, but here are a few things that can help you with the process.

Are You Believing the Lies of Social Media?

As I get older, I realize more and more how much social media influences the culture. We've been consumed by Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and a myriad of other social media platforms. But we've also been consumed by the lies that they tell us—because they serve as a "shield" that many people use to hide their sins, struggles, and suffering.

My Life as Ebenezer Scrooge (Part 2)

I place too much emphasis on my bank account. I am a hoarder when it comes to money. I don’t want to give or even tithe, though it’s silly when I really think about it. My money isn’t even mine, yet I save it like it is.

My Life as Ebenezer Scrooge (Part 1)

I hate spending money. If I could, I would save every penny that I earn or receive. But what good would a bank account full of money do? Nothing. Absolutely nothing. My penny-pinching behaviors make no sense, but I continue to pinch pennies nonetheless.

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