Today's risk is to let go of feelings of guilt. To be quite honest, I feel guilty about a number of things I cannot control and I realize it's unhealthy. There's no reason to feel ashamed of opportunities I've had that close friends or family never experienced or for escaping trying times unharmed. These occurrences should be joy not sadness. I want to...

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Tonight's risk went well! Of course, because I was new and losing my voice I was asked to do an impromptu speech on a random topic but the crowd was great. I felt a little bit like the Golden Girls when they attended the positive thinking conference (lots of nice people with big smiles) but they were sincerely welcoming which made it fun....

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Well, you probably didn't go anywhere but I feel like I've been around the world and back! As of today, I'm participating in 2 challenges. The 30 Days, 30 Risks challenge with PrincesAshleigh and the 31 Day Reset with Rosetta Thurman.My risk today wasn't so risky, just something I've been putting off. I cracked open my trusty Bible app and started a 7-day...

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I read this story today and had to share. A 5th grader in California wrote a letter to the School Board asking them to please not lay off teachers at her school. Accompanying the letter was a stack of money - $300 to be exact, her life savings thus far. I hope this warms your heart, too.http://arcadia.patch.com/articles/fifth-grader-donates-entire-savings-to-stop-teacher-layoffs#video-5204873 ...

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http://www.usatoday.com/news/washington/2011-03-10-bullying10_ST_N.htmSo far, the White House attention to bullying has not drawn the criticism that Michelle Obama's anti-obesity campaign has generated. Some conservatives, such as former Republican vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin, have complained about too much White House intervention in people's personal choices.Wait, is she serious?Promoting healthy eating and physical activity is “too much White House intervention in people's personal choices?” This is...

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Just watched Secret Millionaire and it is definitely my new favorite show. Other reality shows, take note! I would love to have a platform to highlight people like Helen and Ellen of the Love Kitchen.These words just inspired me again."Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a...

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