What Faith Is To Me

Carly BensonSpirituality

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Faith, to me, is… Believing with certainty based on knowledge of the soul, which is beyond the need for physical proof. Realizing that I don’t have all the answers. Counting my blessings. Letting go. Something extremely unique and individual for everyone. A treasure that no one can take away from me. When I don’t allow my wants or desires to … Read More

My Miracle…

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I MADE IT! Today I celebrate 5 years of sobriety from alcohol and cocaine. Not only do I celebrate my commitment to changing my life, I also honor the day I was saved by God’s grace. You see, many of you know bits and pieces of my story.  Some of you were with me during those days and experienced first … Read More

A Prayer For Addiction

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Serenity Prayer

As I reflect on the recent news of Cory Monteith’s death, it brings tears to my eyes; yet another human life taken by drugs. How many times have we heard this same sad story, over and over? I’ve had numerous friends die in drug related deaths, some of them more shocking than others. Right at this very moment, I can … Read More

A 20-Day Guide to Better Spiritual Conversations

Carly BensonSpirituality

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As we bring the series of meaningful conversations to a close, yes, I saved the best for last – spiritual conversations. Warning: It’s a long post and it could cause MIRACULOUS things to happen in your life. Since publishing this blog, I’ve had many people approach me and ask me how to pray or how to establish a relationship with … Read More

An Invitation To See & An Interview

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I just finished a book and a bible study on Invitations from God by Adele Calhoun.  What a miraculous book! The lessons I’ve learned during this season have been tremendous. The book teaches us all the invitations we get from God and reminds us of all the ways we can be invited closer to him. They include an Invitation to: … Read More

Living Clean…And I Don’t Mean Sober

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When I talk about “living clean,” I’m not technically referring to being sober. Although it sounds applicable, I mean living a wholesome life that ultimately sets you up for real happiness. When we look at this, I would ask if are you cutting back on the things that contribute to spiritual weakness and instead are you focusing on the stuff … Read More

Are You Exercising, Spiritually?

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In today’s world, we constantly hear about the importance of eating clean.  What you put into you body really does dictate your health and the longevity of your life.  We read about the importance of nourishing our bodies with good foods like fruits and vegetables. Or how we should cut sugar from our diet. Added to that often comes the topic … Read More

A Shift In Priorities Leads To A Shift In Life

Carly BensonPersonal Development

Priority Mindfulness

One of the biggest lessons I have learned recently is to be mindful of what my priorities are.  What is it that I put first as the bearer of my happiness?  What do I put before other things that are important? Think of all the times we think: if I could just get that car, or job, or house, or … Read More

The Power of Prayer

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You may not realize it, but there is a powerful force that dwells inside you.  When you tap into the energy of God, magical things begin to happen.  I understand all this talk about God may make you uncomfortable as I realize it may be unfamiliar territory for some of you.  And that is ok.  All I ask is that … Read More

Fall In Love…With You

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Realize that you need to spend time with yourself.  Get to know those parts of  yourself that you have been avoiding or running from.  There is a shift that will happen when you get comfortable being alone.  Your thoughts become louder and you get to a place where you are forced to confront your situation.  There is an inner strength … Read More