Today I discuss my journey with Christianity, how I am growing closer to God, and the "rules" of the faith and why they're there to keep us safe.

MENTIONED:

Online Bible: https://www.bible.com/

Bible In A Year Podcast: https://media.ascensionpress.com/category/ascension-podcasts/bibleinayear/

Arkansans: Register for Search #154 by June 18: https://dolr.org/article/teens-come-focus-christ-search-154

"Sin Is Expensive": https://pin.it/4zFo9F5RV

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Big shocker, I know 😱

In today's episode, I discuss why I'm no longer a fan of Taylor Swift, and how I'm being careful about the content and media I am choosing to consume.

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It's been a hot minute since I've uploaded an episode, but I am back in full swing! In today's episode, I talk about my last semester of high school, how I'm moving forward, and how I deal with life's difficulties.

MENTIONED:

🎧 Episode 4: Managing Time Wisely

🗓️ How To Time Block With Google Calendar: https://youtube.com/shorts/Nk1kLC6voTg?si=2WMAQSU_vtvVz9RS

⏰ How To Time Block With Notion Calendar: https://youtube.com/shorts/lh9z4RBkvpw?si=VAkIEtP6Zdb-P54s

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Today I discuss why having so much "stuff" in our lives is a bad idea. I introduce the minimalist lifestyle, and I talk about being grateful for what we already have in our lives.

MENTIONED:

Minimalism: Less Is Now Documentary: https://www.netflix.com/title/81074662

Father Mike Schmitz's Homily: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LxZh4mBmi-I

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This is my final semester of high school! 🤯

Today I share some of my favorite studying techniques, as well as some that I'm going to try this semester in an attempt to bring up my GPA from a 3.5 to a 4.0.

I talk about time management and staying on top of assignments, note taking and memorization techniques, as well as staying motivated while dealing with boring subjects.

MENTIONED:

Managing Time Wisely Episode

YouTubers I Love:

Study To Success, fayefilms, Ruby Granger, The Bliss Bean, UnJaded Jade, Mike Dee, Marcus Cobley

Instagram Accounts I Love:

@studytipd, @bellastudies, @academicstudying, @forwardfocus.inc, @sarahrav, @myhoneststudyblr, @kermitkritterstudios

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Today I discuss something I've dealt with for a very long time, and that is dealing with my emotions - anger in particular. I talk about my experiences with it, as well as the anger cycle and ways to deal with your emotions and learning to handle situations more responsibly and calmly.

MENTIONED:

Alabaster Co. Christian Meditations: https://www.youtube.com/@AlabasterCo

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Today I go into a 2023 recap and list out my goals for next year, as well as sharing my favorite ways to get on track for 2024 and making it your best year yet.

MENTIONED:

📵 Breaking Your Phone Addiction Episode: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riseabovethewaves/episodes/Breaking-Your-Phone-Addiction-e29usrb

🌷 Unmarked Christian Planner: https://mainoakailana.etsy.com/listing/1338446591

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Today I answer some questions asked by my followers about my holiday opinions and experiences. 🎄

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Today I bring on my younger sister to discuss her view on life. We talk about school, grownups, books and movies, and so much more.

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Today I discuss seven things that I wish I knew at thirteen years old, as well as share what some of you told me as to the advice you would give your younger selves.

✝️ BIBLE VERSES QUOTED:

Romans 8:28

Psalm 139:13-14

Matthew 6:34

Romans 12:2

Romans 3:24-25

Proverbs 19:20

Galatians 1:10

🎧 MENTIONED:

"Wonder" by RJ Palacio: https://a.co/d/9It3aAI

"You Are Special" by Max Lucado: https://a.co/d/5wASP8p

Relationships Episodes: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4WLogNSThhwcqqr8EcvJse?si=10373afcbd5147b3

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