Rules For Life, For Every Woman ... because WE DESERVE to KNOW that WE MATTER
Many of us fight depression and anxiety.. and many other things. Life, people, situations try to tear us down. And we sabotage ourselves. We deserve better. We deserve joy.
1. Make your bed every day; even if it's right before you get in it. Also, try and shower every day. No matter how depressed you may be. Take care of YOU.. or you won't be able to care for anyone else.
2. Find your tribe and love them hard. True friends are hard to find. But remember that some are only there for a season. Move on. It's okay. Trust in Our Lord. He sees the big picture.
3. Travel light through life. Keep only what you need. God provides.
4. Put butter on your biscuit, and twice as much when you miss the person who loves you.
5. It’s okay to cry when you’re hurt. It’s also okay to smash things; but, wash your face, clean your mess, and get up off the floor when you’re done. You don’t belong down there.
6. If you’re going to curse, be clever. If you’re going to curse in public, know your audience. Just don't take the Lord's name in vain, or be blasphemous.
7. Spiritual formation is awesome. Find a group. Go every week. Never stop striving for holiness.
8. Just because you can doesn’t mean you should.
9. 5-second rule. It’s just dirt. There are worse things in a fast food cheeseburger.
10. Happiness is not a permanent state. Wholeness is. Don’t confuse these.
11. If you’re staying more than one night, unpack your bag.
12. Never walk through an alley.
13. Be less sugar, more spice, and as nice as you’re able to without compromising yourself. Vulgarity is no substitute for wit.
14. Can’t is a cop-out.
15. Hold your heroes to a high standard. They're people too. No different from you. If their standards aren't where they should be ... they don't deserve your admiration.
16. If you can’t smile with your eyes, don’t smile. And HUG like you mean it, full arm, full circle, put some strength in it. No half arm, shoulder taps. Insincerity is nothing to aspire to. Half hugs DON'T COUNT.
17. Never lie to yourself.
18. Keep God first. Always. Even if you end up losing your life for your faith! What's the worse that can happen? You would be with Jesus!! Faith and family first. Always.
19. If you have an opinion, you better know why.
20. Your home is your Domestic Church. Never forget that.
21. Ask for what you want. The worst thing they can say is no.
22. Wish on stars and dandelions, then get to work to make them happen. Prayer is powerful!
23. Don’t skimp on good sheets. Fer realsies.
24. Fall in love often. Particularly with ideas, art, music, literature, food and far-off places. Fall in love with our Lord the most. Keep Him first above all things.
25. Fall hard and forever in love with yourself. You're a child of the King!
26. Say Please, Thank You, and Pardon Me, whenever the situation warrants it.
27. Reserve I’m sorry for when you truly are. Be sincere.
28. Naps are for grown-ups, too.
29. Question everything.. even things you see and hear. Things can be quite deceiving. The devil has nothing better to do than to lie to you, and try and trick and confuse you. Yep... he's a jerk.
30. You have enough. You ARE enough. Live simply, and live with love.
31. You are amazing! Don't let anyone ever make you feel you are not. If someone does....walk away. You deserve better.
32. To my daughters... no matter where you are, you can always come home. To my family, church family, and my Ya-Yas... my door is ALWAYS open to you. I love you all!
33. Be happy, say your prayers always and remember your roots.
34. Say what you mean and mean what you say. You're IN this world. Your not OF this world. Heaven is your true home.
35: Love every furry creature and treat them kindly. All life is sacred. All is precious.
36: To my daughters..Please never forget Momma loves you. I have never been perfect, but I tried my best, and I always put y'all first. To my Ya-Yas.. you're my heart sisters. To all who help me spiritually, I am forever grateful.
Many of us fight depression and anxiety.. and many other things. Life, people, situations try to tear us down. And we sabotage ourselves. We deserve better. We deserve joy.
1. Make your bed every day; even if it's right before you get in it. Also, try and shower every day. No matter how depressed you may be. Take care of YOU.. or you won't be able to care for anyone else.
2. Find your tribe and love them hard. True friends are hard to find. But remember that some are only there for a season. Move on. It's okay. Trust in Our Lord. He sees the big picture.
3. Travel light through life. Keep only what you need. God provides.
4. Put butter on your biscuit, and twice as much when you miss the person who loves you.
5. It’s okay to cry when you’re hurt. It’s also okay to smash things; but, wash your face, clean your mess, and get up off the floor when you’re done. You don’t belong down there.
6. If you’re going to curse, be clever. If you’re going to curse in public, know your audience. Just don't take the Lord's name in vain, or be blasphemous.
7. Spiritual formation is awesome. Find a group. Go every week. Never stop striving for holiness.
8. Just because you can doesn’t mean you should.
9. 5-second rule. It’s just dirt. There are worse things in a fast food cheeseburger.
10. Happiness is not a permanent state. Wholeness is. Don’t confuse these.
11. If you’re staying more than one night, unpack your bag.
12. Never walk through an alley.
13. Be less sugar, more spice, and as nice as you’re able to without compromising yourself. Vulgarity is no substitute for wit.
14. Can’t is a cop-out.
15. Hold your heroes to a high standard. They're people too. No different from you. If their standards aren't where they should be ... they don't deserve your admiration.
16. If you can’t smile with your eyes, don’t smile. And HUG like you mean it, full arm, full circle, put some strength in it. No half arm, shoulder taps. Insincerity is nothing to aspire to. Half hugs DON'T COUNT.
17. Never lie to yourself.
18. Keep God first. Always. Even if you end up losing your life for your faith! What's the worse that can happen? You would be with Jesus!! Faith and family first. Always.
19. If you have an opinion, you better know why.
20. Your home is your Domestic Church. Never forget that.
21. Ask for what you want. The worst thing they can say is no.
22. Wish on stars and dandelions, then get to work to make them happen. Prayer is powerful!
23. Don’t skimp on good sheets. Fer realsies.
24. Fall in love often. Particularly with ideas, art, music, literature, food and far-off places. Fall in love with our Lord the most. Keep Him first above all things.
25. Fall hard and forever in love with yourself. You're a child of the King!
26. Say Please, Thank You, and Pardon Me, whenever the situation warrants it.
27. Reserve I’m sorry for when you truly are. Be sincere.
28. Naps are for grown-ups, too.
29. Question everything.. even things you see and hear. Things can be quite deceiving. The devil has nothing better to do than to lie to you, and try and trick and confuse you. Yep... he's a jerk.
30. You have enough. You ARE enough. Live simply, and live with love.
31. You are amazing! Don't let anyone ever make you feel you are not. If someone does....walk away. You deserve better.
32. To my daughters... no matter where you are, you can always come home. To my family, church family, and my Ya-Yas... my door is ALWAYS open to you. I love you all!
33. Be happy, say your prayers always and remember your roots.
34. Say what you mean and mean what you say. You're IN this world. Your not OF this world. Heaven is your true home.
35: Love every furry creature and treat them kindly. All life is sacred. All is precious.
36: To my daughters..Please never forget Momma loves you. I have never been perfect, but I tried my best, and I always put y'all first. To my Ya-Yas.. you're my heart sisters. To all who help me spiritually, I am forever grateful.
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