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Do You Know the 3 C’s of Grit?
Do You Know the 3 C's of Grit? By John Thurman M.Div., M.A. Why do some people succeed in starting a new business, ministry opportunity, or creative enterprise, and others fail? I believe it is because they do not know the 3 C’s of Grit! “Our potential is one...
Understanding the Power of Focus in Your Life
“I don't focus on what I'm up against. I focus on my goals, and I try to ignore the rest.” Venus Williams Mission and Purpose Do you ever feel like you wasted your day? You may have started with the intention of knocking out two or three goals, getting that morning...
Five Proven Ways to Improve Your Relationship!
By John Thurman, M.Div., M.A., LPCC Love each other with genuine affection and delight in honoring each other. Romans 12:10 NLT Marriage and serious relationships are some of the most challenging endeavors any two humans can engage in. When a couple begins their...
4 Proven Ways to Build Strong, Resilient Kids and Teens
4 Proven Ways to Build Strong, Resilient Kids and Teen Are you looking for tools to help your child reach their potential? In this article, 4 Proven Ways to Build Strong, Resilient Kids and Teens, you as a parent or caring adult will learn the four basic building...
Seven Ways to Help Your Kids Be Strong and Resilient Pt 2
Seven Ways to Help Your Kids Be Strong and Resilient In my last post, I provide you with the first four points concerning how to raise resilient kids. They are: Train your children to be “Treasure Hunters” not “Trash Collectors.” Teach them to build up others. Teach...
Seven Ways to Help Your Kids be Strong and Resilient – Pt 1
Part 1 of 4 By: John Thurman M.Div., M.A. You and I want the best for our kids, grandkids, nieces, and nephews. We want all children to thrive and turn into caring, productive adults. Right? Today This article is the first of Seven Ways to Help Your Kids be Strong and...
Powerful Ways to Enrich Your Marriage and Deepen Your Connection
Powerful Ways to Enrich Your Marriage and Deepen Your Connection By John Thurman, M.Div., M.A., LPCC Love each other with genuine affection and take delight in honoring each other. Romans 12:10 NLT I hope the title Powerful Ways to Enrich Your Marriage and Deepen Your...
How to Use Optimism to Overcome Adversity and Build Resilience
“The sun’ll come out tomorrow.” Little Orphan Annie Are you one who sees the glass as half-full or half-empty? Believe it or not, how you answer the question may reveal how resilient you are! In the article, How to Use Optimism to Overcome Adversity and Build...
How to Overcome Old Wounds with Resilience
by John Thurman M.Div., M.A., LPCC How to Overcome Old Wounds with Resilience How do You Deal with Old Wounds? Everyone is talking about trauma, but very few are talking about how to be transformed by it rather than transfixed by it. All of us have been wounded at...
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