It was in the middle of the night and the boat was being tossed in the wind. The crew was stressed...

We reap what we sow. Whatever your heart needs or desires, give it away. Give it away until your heart becomes a reservoir of life.

Many times, we are blinded to our own sins. This poem is about a man who will not believe what he sees in the mirror in front of him. It represents our sinful state, and the many times we are unwilling to face our flaws and pursue change.

We diminish the integrity of our prayers when we foolishly attempt to use God as a means of straightening out the mess we, ourselves, have created. Getting yourself in debt and begging God to get you out from under is not praying. Mumbling words to Him when your back is against the wall is not praying.

I was reminiscing with a friend recently about his ‘dark night of the soul’ that he’d just experienced. During his pain, he turned his back on God. Raised in a traditional Catholic family he found ...

Why are we really here? Do we have a destination to fulfill or is our existence just by chance? The answer is yes, we have a definite purpose on this earth. Do you know what yours is?

The 76 cards of a Tarot deck each have a specific, external meaning. These are specified by the positive and negative characteristics governing the chief aspects of our lives (Major Arcana), as well as the day-to-day import reflected in the suits and by each card within the suits (Minor Arcana).

In an exercise program, the muscle groups you concentrate on are the ones that improve. In a garden you can tell what is negelcted and what is lovingly sprayed, weeded, and enriched. Our spiritual lives are no different. Here are four ways to measure spiritual growth. Can you tell you are making progress?

No matter what you do to successfully stop your panic attacks, the most important thing is to have a plan and practice it. You will not be able to beat anxious thinking until you have faith in your own remedy.

Learn about some very powerful ways to control stress and get some relief quick.

Managing information is crucial to keeping focused on your goals. With so much information available today,it's easy to get distracted and lose sight of your primary goal. Information overload can also cause you stress, especially if you're already busy with other projects. This is a simple, straightforward way to manage information via free email services. It's quick and dirty, but it'll get the job done in removing distracting emails from your primary Inbox.

If you don't handle stress, it can make you feel tired, drained and depressed - it can also kill you. Here are some simple stress management tips to help you combat stress and preserve your health.

Every summer we used to meet over at Mee Maw and Paw Paw's house on the pond for a family reunion after church - same Sunday every year. And you'd show up bringing your latest addition, or attachment, philosophy on life, lingering grudge, or the dish you were known for making, like Aunt Bitsy's congealed salad surprise which just goes to show that surprises aren't always a good thing.

The feeling of anxiety can be hugely distressing, particularly when it lasts for a long time or comes in the form of intense panic attacks. For many, the idea of taking medication for immediate relief is tempting. Tranquilizers are a quick fix, which is what anxiety sufferers desperately want. And after all, if medication relieves anxiety so well, what is wrong with using it?

A lot of people are having phobia of Friday the 13th, actually it's not that horrifying. Take a look at the resources provided and you will know better.

A summary of the causes of stress and suggestions to reduce or eliminate destructive stress for a healthier mind and body.

Sheesh, just trying to get through traffic into La Jolla can be stressful. The answer? The world class La Jolla spas.

Stress affects health in several ways and unfortunately not one of them affects health in a good way. Here is a look at the various adverse ways that stress affects your health.

What if you could feel more grounded and centered during almost any interaction? Well here is a ridiculously simple yet effective method that can allow you to feel more grounded and centered even during times of stress and chaos.

Stress is often the end result when people react to certain events. In fact, it's the way of the body to handle challenges and meet tough situations with stamina, heightened alertness, strength, and focus. Enough amount of stress can be good. But, stress overloads are not good.

Are you more stressed now than you were 20 years ago? Have you been more overwhelmed by life's events in the past few years? Would you like to understand why many people feel more victims to the 24/7 information age? Are you ready to do something differently, but do not know what to do? Come find the answers...

It's common for people with Anxiety Disorders to have other problems like Depression, Substance Abuse, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Agoraphobia and other mental or physical illnesses. Many times, these other illnesses need to be treated first, before people will respond to any treatment for Anxiety and Panic Attack Symptoms.

Being born as the oldest or older sister in a family seems to have a strong impact on our personality and character. Older sisters are often put in charge of young siblings, from an early age. They learn to be in charge, to be the responsible one. The younger brothers and sisters may chafe at us and call us bossy. - Yes, I AM an oldest sister too. But someone has to be the sensible one, who keeps our world from tipping over, right?