Category Archives: Body, mind, spirit

Body, mind, spirit

Strengthened by Our Challenges

Posted on October 12, 2020 by Susan Ekins

“We do not have to become heroes overnight. Just a step at a time, meeting each thing that comes up, seeing it is not as dreadful as it appeared, discovering we have the strength to stare it down.” — Eleanor … Continue reading →

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Thriving . . . Not Just Surviving: Rachell Kitchen

Posted on January 26, 2020 by Susan Ekins

“You either walk inside your story and own it or you stand outside your story and hustle for your worthiness.” – Brené Brown Rachell Kitchen has faced significant trauma in her life, more than most people. She has not only … Continue reading →

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Thoughts of Lofty Heights

Posted on April 30, 2016 by Susan Ekins

“I would recommend that you keep your feet on the ground and your thoughts at lofty heights, so that you may attract only good.” – Peace Pilgrim “When you come into this world your jobs in the divine plan are … Continue reading →

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Do We Make the Most of Our Freedom?

Posted on July 15, 2013 by Susan Ekins

“To enjoy freedom we have to control ourselves.” – Virginia Woolf I recently had the opportunity to travel to Spain and France for a vacation. In Normandy, France, we visited the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial. Thousands of our U.S. … Continue reading →

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Life is an Adventure: Ann

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Susan Ekins

“Let go of your baggage so you can see how far you can fly.” – Ann Ann is one of my role models. She exercises, eats healthy food, takes steps to improve herself, and enjoys hiking in mountains. But she … Continue reading →

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Emerge Into the Light

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Susan Ekins

“Faith is the strength by which a shattered world shall emerge into the light.” – Helen Keller  We in the United States are still reeling in the wake of the senseless shooting spree by a Connecticut gunman who killed his … Continue reading →

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Take A Step Forward

Posted on June 20, 2012 by Susan Ekins

“If you want to live a meaningful life that also makes a difference in the lives of others, you need to make a difference in your own life first.” – Cheryl Richardson I’m not the best example for self-care. After … Continue reading →

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