Are you like me—getting tired of inattentive customer service, discourteous drivers, and a general tone of belligerence in our society? I’m writing this on National Get Over It Day, which really should be every day, and it feels like a fitting time to share something I recently learned. A local restaurant (the name of which […]
In banking, we do a lot of transactions. Deposits. Transfers. Withdrawals. We make decisions several times a month, even daily, about what we will spend money on, what we are willing to invest in, which bills to pay, and whether we need more clients or even a new job to help us afford it all.
Relational Capital: Are You Building or Destroying It? Read More »
As the calendar moves through January, many of our thoughts shift toward new starts, new hopes, and new efforts to improve our lives. But I’ve also noticed a growing trend of people pushing back on the typical January activities, opting instead for reminders of concepts like “wintering”—allowing mind, body, and soul to ease into the
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I want to wish all my readers a holiday season filled with hope and peace—enjoying family, friends, bustle, reflection, preparation, remembrance, retreat, good food, music, lights, festive décor, and above all, a deepening relationship with Christ and a lived-out love for the people who cross your path. I also feel it’s important to step back
With wishes for a wonderful Christmas, New Year and Holiday Season Read More »
As we approach Thanksgiving here in the United States, I want to pause with gratitude for you. I’ve been blessed to have readers for many years—through my blog, social media, and books. Some of you support my work financially through Circle of Hope (contact me for more info!), by buying books, or by hiring me
Gratitude and Learning Read More »
Hello readers! November already?!? Where has 2025 gone? Honorable Living November always seems to invite gratitude, doesn’t it? The world moves fast, and the pull toward Christmas starts earlier every year. I tend to be a little rebellious about it, and instead of getting into Christmas just yet, try to linger in fall just a
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October has already been full of meaning. A beloved young family member underwent long-awaited heart surgery—a huge relief and blessing after the procedure was postponed from July. I had the chance to travel to Charleston, SC, combining family support, business, and some well-earned downtime with my husband (including walks on our loved Folly Beach.) The
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I was really blessed by this recent email from a reader: “Hi Beth, I thought I would let you know that I am so glad that you have returned to sending out newsletters. I have enjoyed reading all of them and it brightens my day. Thank you for the tips on how to manage content
When You WANT to Find a Mouse Read More »
Hi friends, Every so often, I like to pause and share a handful of reflections that have been on my mind—ideas about how we see the world, how we shape our surroundings, and how we keep learning and growing. This time, I’m writing about the pitfalls of generalizations, the surprising control we actually have over
How You Show Up Matters Read More »
Welcome to September! Are you a pumpkin spice fan? I’m not, really—though I think fall may be my favorite season. Still, I try to enjoy each season as it comes, so you won’t catch me rushing ahead to Christmas just yet! Here are some thoughts for this issue—I’d love to hear yours. Honorable Living “I’ll
Responsiveness, Adventures and Duke’s Mayonnaise Read More »