Understanding the Importance of Prayer The words out of your mouth are powerful! Prayer is the acknowledgement of God as the Supreme and Sovereign Father. To pray is worship. We exist because of the Creator. Nothing was made without Him. Therefore, to acknowledge Him in prayer, is to recognize this. We communicate with God through…
Understanding Mindfulness and Spiritual Wellness Mindfulness entails human awareness of the mind and body. It is the ability of the human to understand where you are, and what is happening without overly reacting to a situation. When we speak of spiritual wellness, it is important to grasp the basic concepts of God’s creation. Let’s be…
The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, And He (the Lord) delights in his way. Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down; For the Lord upholds him with His hand,” Psalm 37:23. Psalm 37 Over a decade ago, I changed my license plate tag at part of my validation…
The importance of safe spaces – Are you willing to be an advocate for providing safe spaces across generations? How much support will you give in addressing the “silence” of others who are hurting? Are we failing and recycling hurt? What are Safe Spaces? In faith communities, safe spaces have three identifiable characteristics: (1) People…
During the pandemic of COVID-19, barber shops and salons closed in Phrase 1. On the other hand, bars/saloons were allowed to open. Of course, the backlash was an uproar via social media (i.e., Facebook, Twitter). How could Questions about the rationale of decisionmakers were highlighted. Reliving More than Hair Generally speaking, people are attached to…
Why has God called you to this winding road of roughness? The Nature of God’s Calling Yes, God interrupted your plan. A calling from God is a disruptive and self-surrendering plan for His purpose. It is the personal acceptance of God’s assignment for your life. Jesus is the supreme example of self-surrender to God’s plan.…
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Welcome to Blogging with Gardenia
Embracing wellness is more than physical. Wellness is about the mind, body, and spirit. It is from that mindset that we write pages that will speak to you, reminding you that God’s hand is over you. Although we are clay, He is the potter who wants to work and shape us as a vessel of honor. It all begins with a thought. Intentionally, blogging with Gardenia is meant to write and speak from real-life experiences.
What is Wellness?
What is wellness? Researchers have examined the concept of wellness in relation to spiritual, physical, and psychological health. For the most part, it requires examining each to achieve a reasonable definition. The certified professional must assess the factors that impact the physical, mental, spiritual, and social well-being of an individual. For example, a comprehensive examination from your physician entails all four components. Wellness is not perfect health. It is the soundness of mind, healthy perception of the world, and reasonable physical health based on the examination of a certified professional in the field of medicine and health.
Our blog posts consider mental, spiritual, social, and physical health as key components to overall wellness. In terms of spiritual health, it as our connection to God or one’s supreme power. For the Christian, our philosophy is not dependent on human tradition, but rather on the belief in the monotheistic, consistent, and universal God. For your convenience, you can browse our blog posts by category. Our purpose is to check in and show up for simple wellness in our daily lives. Sharing together. Let’s blog for our mind, body and soul.