“Be grateful for the love of your family.” — Shirley Johnson We made it to the last mantra together. Seven weeks ago, I introduced you
“Remember, there are many people with bigger problems than yours.” — Shirley Johnson I want to start this one carefully. This mantra has, in some
“Surround yourself with wonderful people.” — Shirley Johnson Some weeks I think about how much of my wellbeing has been written by the people I
“God gave me a brain, so I better use it.” — Shirley Johnson The first time Shirley said this to me, she said it with
“You cannot change the wind, but you can adjust your sails.” — Shirley Johnson I have had a few of those weeks lately. The kind
Have you ever met someone and felt your heart just know? Like your spirit recognized theirs before your minds even caught up to the conversation.
There’s a coat in the hall closet that hasn’t fit in years. You know the one. You keep it because it meant something once, or
You scroll through your phone for a few minutes before bed. A friend from years ago looks radiant on a beach vacation. Someone you grew
There’s a moment most of us know but rarely talk about. You’re sitting somewhere you love — maybe your kitchen table, your back porch at
Have you ever noticed how everything feels just a little heavier after a bad night’s sleep? Small things feel bigger. Patience runs thinner. Your thoughts
