I need to tell you something, it’s about happiness... Happiness is non-negotiable. Happiness isn’t a luxury or a reward. It is linked directly to our mental and physical health. It is not something anyone can give to you, but you can give it to yourself. Real happiness comes from inside, so we can never find it when... Continue Reading →
Diary Of A Perfect Woman EP 5 – A Love Letter To Myself
Dear Diary, Lately, I have been chatting with a number of my girlfriends in their 40s and 50s. These are all women of different races, nationalities and cultural backgrounds. What do we have in common? Let's say we all allowing fear, guilt, self-sacrifice and some regrets to hold us back. Many of us are overcoming... Continue Reading →
Selfishness VS Self-Love
By Basia Alicia Powell I believe that the most difficult type of love to experience is self-love. This is particularly true for women, as men have less problems mastering self-love. Lack of self-love among women is almost like a "generational curse". Each generation of women saw the previous generation master the art of "self sacrifice",... Continue Reading →
Living In Gratitude
By Basia Alicia Powell As much as I hate to admit, it has been extremely difficult to maintain my positive outlook during these unprecedented times. When I reflect on the many obstacles I overcame in my life, the first thing that comes to mind was my attitude of gratitude. @basiapowell I use gratitude as the... Continue Reading →
What Does Stillness Mean?
By Basia Alicia Powell Psalms 46 says , "Be still and know that I am Lord." It did not say "Stay still" or sit on your couch and do nothing. So many people misrepresent stillness. Stillness here merely represents His promise to take care of the things you cannot. @basiapowell Remember Matthew 25 when the... Continue Reading →
What Is Your New Year Resolution?
By Basia Alicia Powell I have none. Before I take any decision this year, I will ask myself, "Is this thing, person, situation or opportunity, good for me?" If the answer is no, I am just going to keep on pressing. When you focus on doing what will makes you happy, you will get the... Continue Reading →