http://womencalledmoses.org WOMEN CALLED MOSES COALITION & OUTREACH IS A NONPROFIT, TAX-EXEMPT 501(C)(3) CORPORATION THAT SUPPORTS THE OBJECTIVES AND SPECIAL PROJECTS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ADVOCACY AND PREVENTION SERVICES. Fri, 01 Jul 2011 09:37:00 +0000 http://snappages.com en http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2011/07/01/a-day-to-remember http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2011/07/01/a-day-to-remember Fri, 01 Jul 2011 09:37:00 +0000 http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2011/07/01/a-day-to-remember
I’ve always been sensitive to the needs and concerns of others. I make it point to display a huge amount of compassion to those that are less fortunate and especially those that are involved in less than ideal situations. October is Domestic Abuse Awareness Month. This issue is particularly close to my heart due [...]]]>
I’ve always been sensitive to the needs and concerns of others. I make it point to display a huge amount of compassion to those that are less fortunate and especially those that are involved in less than ideal situations. October is Domestic Abuse Awareness Month. This issue is particularly close to my heart due to the fact that I was a victim of domestic abuse in my late teens. While I am blessed to have had the opportunity to escape the vile situation that I was in, my heart aches for those that have to endure this abuse on a regular basis. I have read countless stories about women that were killed or critically injured at the hands of someone who claims that they loved them. I have watched the movies of women fleeing their homes in the middle of the night with their children and belongings in tow. Having said that, I had no idea that the unexpected events of October 11, 2010 would resonate in my spirit the way that it did. It catapulted me into action.

Last week, I made breakfast plans with a Ms. Debra Bowles. I had not seen her in a while and I was eager to break bread with her and enjoy her company and conversation. Ms. Debra is truly a one-of-a-kind woman. She has a heart and passion for women that are suffering from domestic abuse and you can see it in everything that she does. We scheduled a breakfast date for the Cracker Barrel in Desoto at 10:00am. This gave me enough time to see my husband and children off in addition to doing a little housework around the home. I arrived at the intended destination about 5 minutes prior to our meeting time, and I spent time in the shop looking at little trinkets to pass time. A few minutes later, I greeted Ms. Debra, who was obviously preoccupied and we were seated by the hostess. She began to explain the crisis that a young lady with 2 very young children was in. She informed me that Shatavia had been calling her since that morning due to an altercation that occurred with a relative. She was currently sitting outside with her belongings and her 2 young children with no place to go.

Ms. Debra asked me if I minded accompanying her to go and get the young lady so that her children would not be on the streets. I emphatically told her “No” and we abruptly left the restaurant. While in the parking lot, we both prayed for guidance and while she was on the phone trying to make contact with agencies, I called a social worker friend to ask her about resources. While I was on the phone, I looked down at the ground and there was a $20.00 bill! Some may call that a coincidence, but we called that provision from God! As we traveled to Shatavia’s destination, Ms. Debra filled me in on the situation with Shatavia.
Apparently, she and her children have been living from pillar to post, and Shatavia had gotten into trouble due to stealing. She thought that she had to steal in order to provide for her children. That morning, her grandmother had pulled a gun on her after Shatavia had taken her car without permission and had an accident. This incident happened early on this morning in front of her children. Ms. Debra also informed me that Shatavia had suffered abuse from the hands of close friends and family members since the age of 5. My heart broke as she spoke and I continued to pray for direction and guidance. Ms. Debra was able to get in touch with the wife of the pastor of a local church and as she spoke with the First Lady, she began to get emotional and cry while she explained the plight of the young lady. The First Lady indicated that she had an appointment at that time, but agreed that something needed to be done and vowed to call her back.

As we pulled up to the destination, Ms. Debra regained her composure, so she could be a source of strength for Shatavia and her children. Shatavia cried at the sight of Ms. Debra and they immediately began to load her belongings into Ms. Debra’s vehicle while I recorded the events. While Ms. Debra and Shatavia quickly tried to gather her belongings and keep the children calm, Shatavia’s grandmother accosted Shatavia and demanded that she come inside to “fix the TV”. Ms. Debra calmly tried to diffuse the situation by telling the elderly woman that they just wanted to get the children situated, but the grandmother was adamant about Shatavia coming inside the apartment to “fix the TV, right now!” After a few minutes of this exchange, Shatavia went inside of the apartment while I tended to the children and Ms. Debra called the police to document the situation. While Shatavia sat in the back seat, Ms. Debra gave me a plastic container to for me to hold as we hurriedly left the premises before any further incidences occurred.

At this point, Ms. Debra decided to go to the local church that had assisted Shatavia with a hotel room for a week, so that one of the ministers could actually witness the situation first hand. On route to the church, Shatavia cried and cried as she relived the past day’s events and the lifelong abuse that suffered at the hands of those closest to her. We arrived at the church and Ms. Debra phoned a minister and asked that he step outside into the parking lot for a few moments. While Ms. Debra explained the situation that occurred, I tried to keep Shatavia and her children calm, while calmly telling her that she did not deserve to be treated in this manner regardless of what her actions were. I was shocked that the minister did not offer any advice or counsel and just helplessly stood there looking at the young lady and her children. I expected more compassion and action from a man of the cloth.

After leaving the local church, Ms. Debra drove to Methodist Charlton Hospital to speak with police officers regarding the incident. Shatavia tearfully explained the situation to the police officer, who exercised a great deal of compassion and sensitivity while listening to her story and eliciting information. While Ms. Debra and the police officers discussed options, Shatavia tearfully asked me if she was going to jail. At that moment, her 2 year old child also asked her mother if they were going to jail which caused Shatavia to break down even more. I comforted them and attempted to keep them calm while the events were discussed with the police. After about 30 minutes, we left the hospital, and headed towards the Hilton in Duncanville. While Ms. Debra obtained a room for Shatavia, I helped her to unload her belongings on to the cart. Ms. Debra got Shatavia and her family situated into a hotel room, and we left the hotel to get some food, clothes and toiletries.

We stopped by Ms. Debra’s home to get some items for Shatavia which included clothing, toiletries, a stroller and toys for the babies. She wanted to make sure that Shatavia and her children were in a comfortable and safe environment with no distractions and no drama. We went to a restaurant to get a family meal and then to the store to pick up some additional items. We brought the items up to Shatavia’s room and hugged her and told her that we loved her. We prayed with her and her children for about 30 minutes. Ms. Debra instructed Shatavia and her children to get some rest and we left them there sleeping peacefully.

As we left the hotel, there was a sense of peace that we had, although I knew that Ms. Debra’s work was not done. I knew that she would continue to work tirelessly to ensure Shatavia’s safety and well being. I made a vow to make myself available to her as well and to assist in finding resources. As I left Ms. Debra and headed home, I thanked God for allowing me to experience what Ms. Debra does on a daily basis and made it a point to become more involved from that day forward. I experienced first hand that we can discuss this matter all day long, but it is the action and the ability to actually DO SOMETHING that counts. What an unexpected day of events that will continue to stay etched in my memory.

]]> http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2011/07/01/what-women-called-moses-has-done-for-me http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2011/07/01/what-women-called-moses-has-done-for-me Fri, 01 Jul 2011 09:33:00 +0000 http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2011/07/01/what-women-called-moses-has-done-for-me

In September of 07’ a Grief Counselor by the name of Joe Shaw came to my house to counsel me because I lost my mom and dad 9 months apart in 06’. In the middle of the session he asked me if I was being abused. I told him no, but in the back of my mind I knew that I was being abused. [...]]]>

In September of 07’ a Grief Counselor by the name of Joe Shaw came to my house to counsel me because I lost my mom and dad 9 months apart in 06’. In the middle of the session he asked me if I was being abused. I told him no, but in the back of my mind I knew that I was being abused. A few days later he introduced me to Debra Bowles who is the founder of Women Called Moses and my life changed instantly for the better, she gave me a step by step safety plan on how to leave not knowing that I was going to have to put it into affect a few days later. She put me in a shelter called The Family Place. When I first got there I was scared, mad, happy, sad and confused and probably some emotions that haven’t even been discovered yet. EVERYTIME I called her she was available morning, noon and night.

It was always good to talk to someone who has gone through what you have gone through and knows exactly what you’re feeling. While I was still in the shelter she had talked me out of going back on more than one occasion. She actually came up to the shelter to talk to me and my four daughters even on that day she talked me out of going back to my abuser. She even knew when and what my abuser was going to say and do. She not only provided me with safety by getting me placed in the shelter but she also gave me spiritual guidance and she gave me a VOICE TO STAND UP AND SPEAK OUT AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE. At one of the meetings that I attended Women Called Moses gave me check to help with my monthly expenses and by the grace of God got me an attorney to handle my divorce.

Now I have a place to stay and I went to college and graduated with honors and shortly after I graduated the school hired me. I know it was nothing but God that sent me to work for the college because I am surrounded by women who was just like me.

Women Called Moses has helped some of the students that come into my office from getting spiritual advice to getting placed in a shelter to clothes, and toys for Christmas this is just some of the things that Women Called Moses has to offer. One of the student’s sisters was in an abusive relationship and didn’t know how to get her sister out of that situation safely and by being a woman that has been through that same process I just had to make one phone call to Debra, and she has helped and is still helping her. Women Called Moses has SAVED MY LIFE in more ways than one. For example letting me know that it wasn’t ok to be treated like a worthless animal with no purpose, SAFETLY getting me away from my abuser, educating and counseling me on how not to fall in that trap again, showing me my worth and most of all UNDERSTANDING and treating me like a daughter and not just a random person who needed help. Again these are just some of the things that Women Called Moses has to offer. When you meet Debra you will instantly know that she will never leave you or tell you anything wrong because she genuinely cares.

I thank God daily for putting it on Debra’s heart to start Women Called Moses because if it wasn’t for her obedience to God, I know with every fiber of my being that I WOULDN’T BE ALIVE today! Now I AM A SURVIOR because of Debra and Women Called Moses. I thank her for everything that she has done and is still doing for me and my daughters.



]]> http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2011/05/16/tell-us-whats-on-your-mind http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2011/05/16/tell-us-whats-on-your-mind Mon, 16 May 2011 10:32:00 +0000 http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2011/05/16/tell-us-whats-on-your-mind http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2011/05/12/stop-the-cycle-with-education http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2011/05/12/stop-the-cycle-with-education Thu, 12 May 2011 17:35:00 +0000 Carissa Turner http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2011/05/12/stop-the-cycle-with-education DENTON, Texas, May 9− Domestic violence has been an issue that affects individuals of all ages. For teens from the ages of 15 to 18 this type of violence is being referred to as “dating violence.” However, recent studies provided by organization Break the Cycle; show that domestic violence has increased in the age group 11 to 14. Other reports and studies suggest that the increase is due to the recession and the technology that helps this age group conceal the abuse. Dating violence is not considered just physical, but verbal in an oral and written form; young victims have received verbal abuse through text messages, IM chat, and social networks. “Nobody deserves to be abused, but sometimes they just don’t know that there’s help out there,” said Lead Counselor Mary Kay Hamilton of Genesis Women’s shelter; she along with other counselors from the shelter have visited high schools and educated students on dating violence. Hamilton also stated “I think it’s important that they do know if they call there’s no judgment.”
Dallas-Ft. Worth domestic violence organization Women Called Moses put effort into stopping the cycle of domestic violence through education and awareness to students at local schools. Women Called Moses has provided education to students in grades 5-12, students who have been taught by members of the organization have gained knowledge on how to identify the signs and who to contact for help. Students have also been educated on developing and maintaining healthy relationships, founder Debra Nixon-Bowles stated “Our goal is to stop the cycle of domestic violence by offering help to all members of the family, and by educating all victims and perpetrators.” But she like many others has offered her concerns about the amount of education given to students, “Just talking about abuse during “Teen Dating Violence” is not enough…schools need to play a stronger role in helping children to learn about and understand the different forms of violence.”

To those who have worked diligently to spread awareness about this issue, the education process doesn’t stop when they leave the classroom. Organizations like Women Called Moses believe that teachers and parents should continue the education, especially for students who have experienced violence at a young age. When asked about the continued education outside of the classroom and into the home, Nixon-Bowles went on to say “education starts at home with parents before it starts in the classroom. Parents are the first point of contact for their children in modeling acceptable behaviors. When parents exhibit behaviors that promote success away from home students are able to flourish while in the classroom.”
The mandate provided by the state legislature is an unfunded mandate, while sex and drug education is; this means schools and various organizations don’t receive federal funds to extend education to all grade levels or provide material that can be given out freely to all students and parents. “Sex and drug education is mandated because it is harmful and fatal. This can be said about domestic violence, as well. If it is not prevented or dealt with at an early stage, it can manifest into harmful and fatal results,” stated Grapevine ISD educator Whitney Williamson. The charismatic teacher continued by stating, “If this subject is taught at a young age, it will continue and carry-out through the rest of their lives. If this issue is taught continually and to its full content, students will be effective at recognizing signs and symptoms. Although it is a difficult subject, it is important it is not overlooked. It is very common and its awareness needs to be spread. “

Domestic violence is constantly referred to as the “cycle”, one that through continued education to those of all ages and increased awareness can be broken. For more information about domestic violence you can go to www.domesticviolence.org or visit www.womencalledmoses.org.

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]]> http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/12/a-vison http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/12/a-vison Tue, 12 Oct 2010 09:40:00 +0000 Cedric Stewart http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/12/a-vison
A vision about you that I believe was given to me by God. You were in this huge field working with a plow. Your head was down and you were concerned only about what you were doing. Boaz came near, held you by your arm and stood you up straight. With a wave of his arm (the palm of his hand facing upward) he motioned toward [...]]]>
A vision about you that I believe was given to me by God. You were in this huge field working with a plow. Your head was down and you were concerned only about what you were doing. Boaz came near, held you by your arm and stood you up straight. With a wave of his arm (the palm of his hand facing upward) he motioned toward the field. When he spoke, his vioce was very soft but had much authority. His words to you were, "do you see that I have many workers but only one Ruth?" He then took the plow from your hand, laid it on the ground, and led you out of the field by your left hand. The anionting covered you from head to toe, grace walked ahead of you and mercy behind you and favor held your right hand.

It has not been given to me exactly what this was about. It may not be meant for me to understand. Maybe it makes more sense to you. Just know that the glory of our King is in your live! We love you with the love of the Lord Jesus Christ!

Cedric and Family

]]> http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/12/reality-show http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/12/reality-show Tue, 12 Oct 2010 09:32:00 +0000 Mary Brown http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/12/reality-show
Love Mary.

]]> http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/12/true-friend-of-mine http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/12/true-friend-of-mine Tue, 12 Oct 2010 09:30:00 +0000 Cheryl Scruggs http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/12/true-friend-of-mine
Debra Nixon Bowles is a very dear friend of mine, mother, grandmother, entrepreneur and humanitarian. I’ve known Debra for 11 – 12 years and she has always been passionate about her family, friends and her work that is truly ordained by God. Everything she does is for the benefit of others, which is why I do not mind [...]]]>
Debra Nixon Bowles is a very dear friend of mine, mother, grandmother, entrepreneur and humanitarian. I’ve known Debra for 11 – 12 years and she has always been passionate about her family, friends and her work that is truly ordained by God. Everything she does is for the benefit of others, which is why I do not mind forwarding this message. I have witnessed Debra suffer from loss in her own life, while still managing to be an angel to others.

Just to give you a little more background, she put me in touch with the South Dallas YMCA some 10 years ago to head up their volunteer computer program to teach basic computing skills to the children and elderly in the surrounding community. Most recently, Debra has started Women Called Moses (www.womencalledmoses.org); an organization dedicated to assisting battered and broken women survive the effects of domestic abuse.


I know that times are difficult for all right now, but I ask that you please consider this request. If you or someone/company you know may be in a position to provide any assistance I know that Debra would be forever grateful and appreciative, as would I. I believe in what she is doing and know that she is in prayer every step of the way.

Thank you for your consideration.

Cheryl Scruggs

]]> http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/12/day-to-remember http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/12/day-to-remember Tue, 12 Oct 2010 09:27:00 +0000 Moses http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/12/day-to-remember
Last week, I made breakfast plans with a Ms. Debra Bowles. I had not seen her in a while and I was eager to break bread with her and enjoy her company and conversation. Ms. Debra is truly a one-of-a-kind woman. She has a heart and passion for women that are suffering from domestic abuse and you can see it in everything that she does. We scheduled a breakfast date for the Cracker Barrel in Desoto at 10:00am. This gave me enough time to see my husband and children off in addition to doing a little housework around the home. I arrived at the intended destination about 5 minutes prior to our meeting time and I spent time in the shop looking at little trinkets to pass time. A few minutes later, I greeted Ms. Debra, who was obviously preoccupied as the hostess seated us. She began to explain the crisis of a young lady and her two very young children. She informed me that Patience (not her real name) had been calling her since that morning due to an altercation that occurred with a relative. She was currently sitting outside with her belongings and her two young children with no place to go.

Ms. Debra asked me if I minded accompanying her to go and get the young lady so that her children would not be on the streets. I emphatically told her “No” and we abruptly left the restaurant. While in the parking lot, we both prayed for guidance and while she was on the phone trying to make contact with agencies, I called a social worker friend to ask her about resources. While I was on the phone, I looked down at the ground and there was a $20.00 bill! Some may call that a coincidence, but we called that provision from God! As we traveled to Precious’s destination, Ms. Debra filled me in on the situation with Precious.
Apparently, she and her children have been living from pillar to post, and Precious had gotten into trouble due to stealing. She thought that she had to steal in order to provide for her children. That morning, her grandmother had pulled a gun on her after Precious had taken her car without permission and had an accident. This incident happened early on this morning in front of her children. Ms. Debra also informed me that Precious had suffered abuse from the hands of close friends and family members since the age of five. My heart broke as she spoke and I continued to pray for direction and guidance. Ms. Debra was able to get in touch with the wife of the pastor of a local church and as she spoke with the First Lady, she began to get emotional and cry while she explained the plight of the young lady. The First Lady indicated that she had an appointment at that time, but agreed that something needed to be done and vowed to call her back.

As we pulled up to the destination, Ms. Debra regained her composure, so she could be a source of strength for Precious and her children. Precious cried at the sight of Ms. Debra and they immediately began to load her belongings into Ms. Debra’s vehicle while I recorded the events. While Ms. Debra and Precious quickly tried to gather her belongings and keep the children calm, Precious’s grandmother accosted Precious and demanded that she come inside to “fix the TV”. Ms. Debra calmly tried to diffuse the situation by telling the elderly woman that they just wanted to get the children situated, but the grandmother was adamant about Precious coming inside the apartment to “fix the TV, right now!” After a few minutes of this exchange, Precious went inside of the apartment while I tended to the children and Ms. Debra called the police to document the situation. While Precious sat in the back seat, Ms. Debra gave me a plastic container to for me to hold as we hurriedly left the premises before any further incidences occurred.

At this point, Ms. Debra decided to go to the local church that had assisted Precious with a hotel room for a week, so that one of the ministers could actually witness the situation first hand. On route to the church, Precious cried and cried as she relived the past day’s events and the lifelong abuse that suffered at the hands of those closest to her. We arrived at the church and Ms. Debra phoned a minister and asked that he step outside into the parking lot for a few moments. While Ms. Debra explained the situation that occurred, I tried to keep Precious and her children calm, while calmly telling her that she did not deserve to be treated in this manner regardless of what her actions were. I was shocked that the minister did not offer any advice or counsel and just helplessly stood there looking at the young lady and her children. I expected more compassion and action from a man of the cloth.

After leaving the local church, Ms. Debra drove to Methodist Charlton Hospital to speak with police officers regarding the incident. Precious tearfully explained the situation to the police officer, who exercised a great deal of compassion and sensitivity while listening to her story and eliciting information. While Ms. Debra and the police officers discussed options, Precious tearfully asked me if she was going to jail. At that moment, her 2-year-old child asked her mother if they were going to jail, which caused Precious to break down even more. I comforted them and attempted to keep them calm while the events were discussed with the police. After about 30 minutes, we left the hospital, and headed towards the Hilton in Duncanville. While Ms. Debra obtained a room for Precious, I helped her to unload her belongings on to the cart. Ms. Debra got Precious and her family situated into a hotel room, and we left the hotel to get some food, clothes and toiletries.

We stopped by Ms. Debra’s home to get some items for Precious, which included clothing, toiletries, a stroller and toys for the babies. She wanted to make sure that Precious and her children were in a comfortable and safe environment with no distractions and no drama. We went to a restaurant to get a family meal and then to the store to pick up some additional items. We brought the items up to Precious’s room, hugged her, and told her that we loved her. We prayed with her and her children for about 30 minutes. Ms. Debra instructed Precious and her children to get some rest and we left them there sleeping peacefully.

As we left the hotel, there was a sense of peace that we had, although I knew that Ms. Debra’s work was not done. I knew that she would continue to work tirelessly to ensure Precious’s safety and well-being. I made a vow to make myself available to her as well and to assist in finding resources. As I left Ms. Debra and headed home, I thanked God for allowing me to experience what Ms. Debra does on a daily basis and made it a point to become more involved from that day forward. I experienced first hand that we can discuss this matter all day long, but it is the action and the ability to DO SOMETHING about situations like this and countless others that count. What an unexpected day of events. This day will remain etched in my memory for the duration of my life.

]]> http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/12/happy-kids http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/12/happy-kids Tue, 12 Oct 2010 09:21:00 +0000 Bret S. Kisluk http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/12/happy-kids
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]]> http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/11/cannot-forget http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/11/cannot-forget Mon, 11 Oct 2010 09:42:00 +0000 Madonna http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/11/cannot-forget Where the Lord has brought me from
Throughout my life
From Him I’ve tried to run
Because I had faith
In what tomorrow would bring
Continually from my mouth
Praises to Him I’ll sing
When I look back
Over my past life
I cannot forget
He was there in my times of strife
I [...]]]> Where the Lord has brought me from
Throughout my life
From Him I’ve tried to run
Because I had faith
In what tomorrow would bring
Continually from my mouth
Praises to Him I’ll sing
When I look back
Over my past life
I cannot forget
He was there in my times of strife
I cannot forget
The nights He protected me
From the danger lurking in the shadows
Dangers I could not see
I cannot remember
Any time He left me alone
He never left me comfortless
While I was out there on my own
I cannot forget
What the lord has done for me
So I’ll continue to praise Him
For the person I have yet to be
When I was in the world
Totally wrapped in sin
Selling drugs and hangin’ out
With those so-called friends
But even through all that
God was attracted to me
I was loyal and dedicated to sin
But that’s not where God wanted me to be
So He began to purge
The meaningless things in my life
And believe me there were times
The purging was nothing nice
Then one day He said to me
“Are you ready to come home”
And because the voice was so crystal clear
I knew then I was not alone
So I will not forget
What the Lord has done for me
And I will give Him praise
Because I am not what I used to be

]]> http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/09/list-do-matter http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/09/list-do-matter Sat, 09 Oct 2010 09:45:00 +0000 Mpressed http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/09/list-do-matter
My behavior was attached to my emotion. Everything I was doing, there was a reason for it, carefully I begin to silently work on changing my life. I wanted to put all the self-help, financial wizards, and free psychology to work for me. I finally arrived at a point where the only thing that matters is what God has for me and that is where my focus lies. Change is good especially when it is healthy. Fear has to leave and confidence has to return.

Lists do matter!

How often have you made a list of items you need from the grocery store with your intentions on shopping only by the list. Surely you or someone you know have good intentions when taking a list to the store. Or cut out coupons and negotiate why your are going to use them and the many benefits of coupons. Take the time to find what works for you, it may or may not be a list it may just be the action behind the intent. The fact of the matter is finding your own way is more of finding what works for your situation.

Starting today focus on your list and what matters to you. Your list will vary from others but it’s yours, embrace it you’d be surprised at what a list can do.

]]> http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/06/finding-your-new-normal http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/06/finding-your-new-normal Wed, 06 Oct 2010 09:49:00 +0000 Madonna http://womencalledmoses.org/blog/2010/10/06/finding-your-new-normal
Some of us and maybe even you or someone you know has travelled down this road a time or too. We convince ourselves that we are deserving of what we get. We reason with family, friends and associate why another person is behaving in an unloving way towards us, or we defend their actions. Make no mistake there is NEVER a reason for another person to hurt you in any way at any time for any reason. It’s not like we walk into a relationship anticipating when we would be abuse or desiring to be abused. We do what we know to do based on our past the product of the environment that we became.

Looking for normal isn’t necessarily easy, nor is it as difficult as it appears. Normal doesn’t consist of things, or emotions that create unrest, stress, tension, tears or pain. All that is required for Normal is new, finding your New Normal is simple, and it’s free. Just because it’s been done this way for years don’t mean that, there isn’t a new way to do whatever it is. Baby steps however small are still steps. Take as many as you need.

Once you feel life starting to settle down again. Settle into a place where breathing is no longer laborious, where you like where you live, what you do and how you are moving about in the world. That’s your new normal. Embrace it, enjoy it and be at peace. The last few years have been so full of change that I haven't been able to feel. So, I am grateful for this place, my new normal.


Starting today you are empowered to find your new normal and be more than you ever thought possible.

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