Work-Life Balance
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Finding Peace Under Pressure: Releasing Control and Embracing God’s Good Plan
The pressure of life nearly broke me. Well, maybe it did. As I broke down in tears on the phone with my sister, I couldn’t help but wonder how I got myself in this position. Am I too much of an over-achiever? Probably. Do I do too much in general? Definitely. Do I have much…
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How to Teach Kids About God’s Goodness Even When Life is Busy
Life as a busy mom often feels like a balancing act—juggling work, family responsibilities, and personal commitments. In the midst of this busyness, it can be challenging to find time to teach your kids about God’s goodness. But here’s the encouraging truth: you don’t need hours of spare time or perfectly planned moments to show…
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Maintaining God’s Goodness During Difficult Conversations at Work
I will never forget my coworker telling me one day after a difficult conversation during a work meeting that I am “not a doormat.” I took it how it was meant – as a compliment. As a direct person my entire life, I have had to refine my conversation skills to effectively communicate my thoughts…
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Balancing Work, Family, and Kindness in a Busy Season
As the harvest season brings cooler air and a whirlwind of activities, it’s easy for working moms to feel stretched thin. Juggling work deadlines, family obligations, and everything in between can leave us feeling drained. But even in the busiest seasons, we can still cultivate kindness—both to others and ourselves. Here’s how you can keep…
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The Power of a Kind Word: Lessons from Proverbs 31
Do you snap at your kids and your husband when you’re stressed out, overstimulated and just over it all? As a busy, working mom, it can feel like our actions and reactions in the midst of the chaos can cause words we regret to come spilling out of our mouths – toward our kids, our…
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Kindness Starts at Home: Teaching Children Through Example
As we step into September, our focus shifts to a powerful and transformative Fruit of the Spirit: kindness. In a world that can often feel hurried and disconnected, kindness serves as a gentle reminder of the love and compassion we are called to extend to one another. This month, we embrace kindness not just as…
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Balancing Work, Home, and School: The Virtue of Patience in Every Role
As a busy mom, you wear many hats—employee, wife, and mother. With your children in school, the responsibilities can feel endless: managing work tasks, keeping up with household duties, and ensuring your kids are thriving in their education. Balancing these roles is no small feat, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Yet, patience is a…
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Patience in the Morning Rush: Starting School Days with Calmness and Grace
Mornings can be a hectic time for any family, especially when school days demand a flurry of activity from the moment the alarm goes off. For working moms, the pressure of balancing your own responsibilities with getting your kids ready can quickly turn mornings into a source of stress. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed and…
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Balancing Work, Life, and Back-to-School: Finding Joy in Every Role
As the back-to-school season approaches, many of us working moms find our plates fuller than ever. Between managing work responsibilities, home management, and preparing the kids for school, it can feel like we’re juggling multiple roles without a moment to breathe. But what if we could find joy in each of these roles, embracing the…
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Finding Joy in the Chaos: Biblical Wisdom for Back-to-School Season
As the back-to-school season approaches, the excitement of new beginnings often mingles with the stress of added responsibilities. For working moms, this period can be especially challenging as you juggle career demands, household duties, and the preparation for your children’s return to school. But take heart, dear mamas, for you are not alone in this…