Tag Archives: self esteem

Is It OK to Believe In Myself?

Posted on November 11, 2024 by mitchteemley

Photo by Emmanuel Avila Thought for the Week I usually cringe when I see “Believe in Yourself” articles. Because, while valid in theory, in practice they often feature empty self-affirmations. Not meaningful correctives like, “I deserve to be loved.” But … Continue reading →

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Underarm Deodorant

Posted on October 23, 2019 by mitchteemley

My Featured Blogger this week is Terry Tripp of Tripp Blog. Terry is a writer, teacher, musician and visual artist who works and creates near my old stomping grounds in Southern California; in fact, he has an MFA from Azusa … Continue reading →

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Believe in Yourself?

Posted on August 26, 2019 by mitchteemley

Last week, I wrote a post entitled Celebrate Yourself! And now this. What’s up? Have I suddenly gone all theologically squishy? Allow me to explain. I usually cringe when I see “Believe in Yourself” articles. Because, while in theory belief … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Yourself!

Posted on August 23, 2019 by mitchteemley

Those who’ve read my past posts will know I’m not a fan of the self-esteem movement. Nevertheless, I do believe that, just as acknowledging our failings is important, there are times and ways in which self-appreciation is equally wise, healthy … Continue reading →

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Self-Esteem God’s Way (Part 1)

Posted on February 27, 2019 by mitchteemley

My Featured Blogger this week, the creator of My Way Home, is, in her own words, “a freelance writer, mom, and wife who’s all about being at home,” but who strives, “above all, to focus on using (her) life to … Continue reading →

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