“Who is Rich? One Who Rejoices in What He Has”
On a bad day full of car problems, job issues, a relationship that had soured and financial issues, I spent the entire evening thinking about all the things I did not have. Feeling overwhelmed, I sat down at my computer and Googled “contentment: how to get it.” Unexpectedly, a quote from a Jewish theological text […]
Forgiveness: The Choice That Sets You Free
It’s practically impossible for any of us to go through life without sometimes stepping on someone else’s toes. That means, of course, that sometimes it’s our own toes that get stomped on. Every time we are offended by another person, we have to decide whether we will forgive that person or whether we will harbor […]
Dear June; Downsizing Strategies
We are getting more and more calls from the aging demographic who are desiring to downsize and need help with the entire process. Part of our repertoire of services includes providing an itemized and strategic plan to transition into their new, albeit smaller, living quarters. This plan begins with the task of deciding what to do with […]
Conversation With Your BFF – “How Can I Stop Worrying About What Others Think?”
If you are anything like my BFF and me, you spend way too much time worrying about what others think of you and how you can change others’ opinions of you. I think it is just genetic for us to focus on how we are perceived or seen by our peers and even those we […]
People of Prominence Featuring Kathy Byerly
Kathy Byerly is an instrumental champion and founder for Helping Hands Ministry. Her team members refer to her as their “fearless leader.” She works as a tireless Christian on behalf of this important organization doing great things right here in the Triad. Here is her story. Tell us about your formative years. Where did you […]
Making Dollars, Making Sense; We All Have Money Blind Spots
Blind spots, in the realm of investing, can be likened to the unnoticed smudges on a pair of glasses. They obscure a clear view of reality but can easily go unnoticed. In the world of finance, this can have costly implications. Imagine Sarah, an IT executive. She’s tech savvy and feels very confident investing in […]
My Skincare Routine: Where Should I Start?
Okay, let me be honest. While growing up, I would wash my face, but I never did anything else. I would never put daily SPF on my face or use a moisturizer. I believed that washing my face was a good routine. Flash forward to today and now, I am 23 years old, and I […]
The Real Skinny on Cultivating Trust at Work: Part Two
Trust Begins with You In a partnership, a friendship or a work team, trust develops when individuals consistently act in trustworthy ways. In the words of author Marsha Sinetar, “Trust is not a matter of technique, but of character; we are trusted because of our way of being, not because of our polished exteriors or […]
The Power of GLP-1 Agonists: Semaglutide, Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro
In recent years, GLP-1 agonists such as Semaglutide, Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro have gained attention for their significant benefits in weight loss and blood sugar control. These medications utilize the GLP-1 peptide, a naturally occurring hormone produced in the brain and gut, to help individuals achieve better health outcomes. Understanding GLP-1 GLP-1, or glucagon-like peptide-1, […]
Must-Try Shrimp and Grits in Forsyth County
Winston-Salem has no shortage of unique variations of the popular southern dish, shrimp and grits. If you love southern cooking, then you likely adore this dish. While many people think about New Orleans, Louisiana when they think of shrimp and grits, it’s suspected that it originated in Charleston, South Carolina. The very first documented recipe […]
