Valleys, waiting seasons, the void—whatever you call it, it doesn’t feel good. Rightfully so, these terms carry negative connotations. They imply a lack of sunlight, a lack of progress, and a lack of comfort. But—and there is always a divine “but” with God—He is not only the God of the mountains; He is the God… Read More So, you’re in a valley
Being young, scrappy, and hungry, like America was during its revolutionary days, is all about that relentless drive, ambition, and hunger for success. It’s the embodiment of a spirit that refuses to settle, a spirit that’s always pushing boundaries and striving for more. Whether it’s in your career, personal growth, or any pursuit, channeling that… Read More Being “Young, Scrappy, and Hungry” with your Purpose
Let me transport you to a world of wonder. Picture yourself in a serene meadow, where time slows down and the worries of the world fade away. As you gaze up at the vast expanse of the sky, a symphony of fluffy white clouds dances above you, each one telling a unique story. These clouds… Read More Stop and Look Up (1 min. read)
Theatre is different from literature because of the difference in visual experience.… Read More Theatre vs Literature
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Have you ever sleepwalked? I never have. but I use to sleep talk. That sounds weird, right? It happens after an exciting or long day. When you sleepwalk, or in my case sleep talk, you’re not aware. The only witnesses are those watching you experience it. People may never know they sleepwalk unless someone told… Read More Sleepwalking through Life
“So how is it that with all this caring, there are still so many hurting, anguished people? The answer is that a lot of the caring we see today is directed toward ideologies, not people.” Sensing the Rhythm by Mandy Harvey As this post waiting in my drafts, I had James 2 written under it. The… Read More Words without Actions
In life, there are many situations, scenarios, and hardships that will take a toll on one’s life. Whether it is a death in a family or even unforeseen circumstance of a job or a career change, situations such as these can produce negative actions and emotions. There are thousands of positive quotes, poems, books, and… Read More Striving for the Best in Everything
The time is here for scheduling my courses! Being able to plan my time and classes in college is different, in a good way, in high school. I can make my first class start at 10 am and have my last class be at 12 pm rather than the standard eight hours. Maybe you’re in… Read More Scheduling Freshman College Classes
You might be wondering, “Jade, what are you talking about? Why would I want to be either of those things?” Let me explain.… Read More Be a fountain not a drain