Category: Life Challenges
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Integrating AI into Horse Training: The Future of Smart Horsemanship
Training a horse is not for the faint of heart. There are so many factors involved that it can take a lifetime—or more—to truly master. And as the world changes, so do training methods. Every year, we get a little closer to mastering this craft. More people are dipping their toes into the horse industry…
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Generational Curses: What Are They, and How Can We Break Them?
Like so many others, this is a hot topic in my family. It seems like every family has their thing that gets passed down from one generation to the next, whether it’s something small like a funny sense of humor, little quirks, or personality traits, or something much bigger like alcoholism, addiction, abuse, or divorce.…
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99% of Your Problems Will Go Away When You…
Now, I’m not a wizard who can wave a magic wand and make your problems disappear. But I have spent time studying how to break free from life’s challenges as much as possible. There’s nothing worse than being surrounded by problematic people, and if you find yourself in that situation, it may be time to…
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How to Break a Social Media Addiction – Stop Scrolling Your Life Away
As I write this, I reflect on my life and everything that has shaped me since becoming an adult. I have so many cherished memories and valuable lessons learned along the way. While I live with no regrets, I also know I’ve missed opportunities to grow and learn because I spent hours mindlessly scrolling on…
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How Exercise Saved My Life and How It Can Save Yours
I have always been involved in sports and physical activity. Growing up on a ranch naturally gave me a strong work ethic and a sturdy body. But it wasn’t until my freshman year of high school, when I picked up a volleyball for the first time and decided to try out for the team, that…
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How to Get Through Seasonal Depression
We’ve all hit that January-February slump that feels endless. It’s cold, dark, and gloomy, and those winter blues creep in. You start dragging in the mornings, complaining a little more, and everything just feels a bit… blah. Here’s how I keep myself out of that rut: 1. Stick to a Year-Round Routine I know plenty…
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Your Parents are Human Too
Look, I’m not here to sugarcoat things. You’re strong enough to hear some tough truths, so let’s dive in. The people who raised you, they made mistakes. And if you’re the oldest child like me, you probably got the first draft of their parenting, complete with the stumbles and lessons they hadn’t learned yet. It’s…
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Don’t Let Your Self-Care Destroy Your Self-Worth
Let me explain. These days, it’s common to hear people say, “I probably shouldn’t do that if it compromises my mental health.” They’re often talking about some big project—something that could actually change their life if they saw it through. Or maybe they’re staring down an identity crisis, but instead of digging in to figure…
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Why Closing Your Heart is Holding You Back: A Fresh Look at Faith and Perspective
I’m sitting here on a beautiful, quiet Sunday morning. A few dogs are barking down the street, and the sunrise looks like it’s about to put on a spectacular show. I love mornings like this. The sunrise is something I genuinely look forward to every day. In fact, sometimes the thought of watching it is…
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The Sunrise Brings New Beginnings
This morning, I’m writing to you from my cozy living room couch, watching the sunrise. As I sat here journaling in silence, soaking in the beauty of the rising sun, a thought crossed my mind. (I know, this might sound super cliché and like something you’d never realistically experience, but that’s exactly why I’m here—to…
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