by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Feb 8, 2015 | Emotional Literacy
Some things just can’t be fixed……When we were in the final throes of our addition/remodel this past year, the hardwood flooring was a challenge. We had had hardwood installed in the existing portions of the house when we moved in ten years ago. We...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Jan 26, 2015 | Emotional Literacy
Yesterday I preached at Mathison Retirement Center about friendship with Christ and the loneliness that we may encounter in life. It seemed to resonate with some of the residents. One, in particular, shared her feeling of loneliness during the first few months after...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Jan 4, 2015 | Emotional Literacy, Quotes
So, I’ll start with this: a couple years ago, an event planner called me because I was going to do a speaking event. And she called, and she said, “I’m really struggling with how to write about you on the little flyer.” And I thought,...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Dec 31, 2014 | Emotional Literacy, Mental Health
The word “affirmation” has been presented in some contexts in a way that makes it appear downright negative, implying unhealthy neediness and codependency and a lack of personal self-worth……The need for affirmation is a legitimate human...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Dec 26, 2014 | Emotional Literacy, Mental Health, Quotes
Today, the day after Christmas, is the second biggest shopping day of the year….and the one in which many gifts are being returned to stores. This blog post reflects thoughts that came after reading Jennifer Rothschild’s devotional today, “How to...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Jul 19, 2014 | Emotional Literacy, Quotes
“Joy does not simply happen to us. We have to choose joy and keep choosing it every day.” ― Henri J.M. NouwenHenri Nouwen was a Catholic priest, held a PhD in psychology, was a pastor, teacher, author of 39 books, and a Christian contemplative. He struggled with...
