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3 Things Perfectionists Won't Tell You www.monahodgson.com

3 Things Perfectionists Won’t Tell You

Ever been paralyzed by the pursuit of perfect? A perfectionist’s auto response to the pressure to be flawless includes a hefty dose of procrastination fueled by self-doubt and fear of failure. Discover the truth about perfectionists and set yourself on the path to freedom.

AuthenticitycontrolJohn 8:32PerfectionistPerfectionistsPhilippians 1:6procrastination
When Grief Gives Way to Gifts www.monahodgson.com

When Grief Gives Way to Gifts

“God never intended for us to die, to endure the severing trauma of losing each other, and I think, in some very actual way, these fragile human hearts physically break a little.” Rebecca Rene Jones share three gifts of grief with us that can fortify as we face empty chairs at the table this holiday season.

2 Corinthians 1:3-4Books on grievingBroken for GoodBrokennessGiftsGriefRebecca Rene Jones
3 Staggering Gifts of Gratitude www.monahodgson.com

3 Staggering Gifts of Gratitude

Which group of people do you gravitate toward? Grateful people or grumblers? Which group would your family and friends put you in? Let’s chat about 3 gifts that fortify a heart focused on gratitude.

Alphonse KarrAttitudeColossians 3:16ContentmentGiving ThanksGratitudeHebrews 13:5James 1:17PerspectiveShowing AppreciationSpiritual PracticeThanksgiving
How to Listen Like the Best Friend Ever www.monahodgson.com

How to Listen Like the Best Friend Ever

Have you ever shared a painful experience with a friend who surprised you with canned answers that felt like a disconnect? Have you ever hesitated to come alongside someone in their struggle because you didn’t know what to say? Check out these five traits of a best friend who knows how to listen well.

Best FriendsEphesians 5:6FriendshipGood listenerHow to listenListeningLuke 12:12Proverbs 17:27Sisterhood
5 Easy Ways to Stay Focused While You Pray www.monahodgson.com

5 Easy Ways to Stay Focused While You Pray

Sometimes when we attempt to pray the next thing we know our mind wanders to the grocery list, the kids’ schedule for the day, or what we going to make for breakfast.

focus in prayerJournallingprayPrayerPrayer for Hope and HealingSarah Forgrave
How Messes Can Help You Master Perspective www.monahodgson.com

How Messes Can Help You Master Perspective

I shudder at the thought of where we’d be if from the glory of heaven Jesus looked down on His creation two thousand plus years ago, shielded His eyes from the messes, and chose to focus instead on the angelic praise music flowing from harps and lyres.

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7 Liberating Facts for Testing Your To-Do List www.monahodgson.com

7 Liberating Facts for Testing Your To-Do List

An unrealistic, unrelenting, never ending to-do list is a killer list. A killer to-do list saps you of your strength. You forget to breathe.

2 Corinthians12:9BreatheOverscheduledPrioritiesPsalm 139:14Psalm 46:10PurposeSuper HeroesTo-do lists

How Humbling Yourself in Your Time of Need Changes Everything

If whining and complaining is our go to in difficult circumstances, we miss out on the gifts of grace God has waiting for us when we humbles ourselves. Award-winning author Tricia Goyer shares her story and wisdom.

Faithhumbling yourselfLamentations 5:55Lamentations 5:56Lamentations 5:57Lamentations 5:58time of needTricia GoyerWalk It Out
When Your Plans Go Sideways: 3 Secrets to Finding Your Feet Again. www.monahodgson.com

When Your Plans Go Sideways: 3 Secrets to Finding Your Feet Again

We hope that if we do A, B, C, D, E, the others involved in the endeavor will do their part and we’ll enjoy a solid landing on Z. But plans change. Remembering these three things about God can help us gain perspective in the unexpected.

change of plansFaithIsaiah 43:19Isaiah 55:8-9PerspectiveProverbs 19:21Something New
3 Effective Ways to Overcome Overwhelmed www.monahodgson.com

3 Effective Ways to Overcome Overwhelmed

When frustration is left to simmer inside us, little is needed to bring it to a boil. Let’s talk about three surprising ways to overcome overwhelmed.

1 Peter 5:7DevotionalDrop and RollEcclesiastes 2:22encouragementFaithPeacePhilippians 4:6Psalm 46:10Stop
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Mona from Arizona here offering connection and encouragement to women and girls taking the next step in their journey. #KidlitAuthor and #Novelist 📚

Hi friends! New series info, yummy summer salad re Hi friends! New series info, yummy summer salad recipe, spiritual encouragement, book lovers package GIVEAWAY, and more! In this week’s upcoming newsletter. Don’t miss out! Sign up at my website and choose a free resource. 
#AmericanStoriesforGutsyGirls #middlegradefiction #MGhistoricalfiction #KidLit
30 years ago because of a learning disability her 30 years ago because of a learning disability her high school education team discouraged Sara from pursuing a college degree. First, she received a Bachelor’s Degree from #gcu now a Master’s from #asu. #proudmamamoment #perseverancepaysoff #celebration
Raindrops and a double rainbow this afternoon. For Raindrops and a double rainbow this afternoon. For me, a celebration of our promise-keeping God. If you’re experiencing a storm in your life, I’m asking God to show you a rainbow of hope. #myarizona #promisekeepingGod
We lagoon walkers help each other see what we see. We lagoon walkers help each other see what we see. So I said to the couple coming toward me, “There’s an eagle perched right through there.”
Her reply, “I’ve seen plenty of eagles. Close-up ones. I like color. I don’t know why people get so excited about see an eagle.” I said, “because I see it as a gift; a wink from God. For you.” She patted my shoulder. “Oh. There you go.”
Great reminder for me. I don’t want to take God’s graces for granted. Today, I am intentionally sharpening my senses to receive and celebrate God’s gifts. Join me? #nature #creation #deadhorseranchstatepark #goodnessofGod #arizona
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