Encouragement can help people discern God’s will for their lives. In our prophetic role, pastors need to challenge people to keep the faith, fight the good fight. And often that means giving a ...

Taking the time to give yourself and your friends a pat on the back should always be a priority. However, despite the positive effects of self-affirmation, we often itch for compliments and ...

Is it sometimes hard for you to believe in yourself? Do you struggle to think positively? Or does your mind always seem to be able to find the worst-case scenarios? Then daily affirmations may be a ...

Giving birth can be tough — whether you go through labor naturally, have a C-section, or are induced. It can be physically taxing and emotionally exhausting. The process may be long and difficult and, ...

The words you choose matter a lot in parenting. Your kids are impressionable, and language (words) embodies thought, which is why choosing the right words of encouragement matters. As a parent, you ...

Now is always a good time to start thinking more positively about yourself. With constant comparisons to others on social media and the many negative messages we internalize from TV and movies, it can ...

Does repeating a positive phrase called an affirmation out loud or to oneself change one's feelings or behavior? Some psychologists believe the answer to this question is yes. Others remain skeptical.