BY: LIZ HARDIE He started out as a stranger to her, someone she had met Time flew by, love grew, a stranger turned to friend, turned to keeper of secrets She never thought someone she loved and trusted with her life could become such a stranger. Awkward moments with no communication or harsh words put their relationship in danger Her feelings for him may have ceased, and respect has been lost Once someone she trusted…
BY: LIZ HARDIE Social media has become a significant trend among both young and old Drama becomes more dramatic, there is cyber-bullying, and many become more bold Some use it for good, to connect with family and friends, old and new Chats for laughs, advertising new businesses, sharing good times, or showing how their animals or children grew Anymore, though, many use it negatively, to spew hostility due to “hate”, jealousy, or a disagreement at…
By: Liz Hardie Gaslighting, her reality became untrue, he used this technique to silence her Found just the right time to start manipulating Words he said, the love he gave, and the promises he made They were all lies, her head he was controlling Refusing to believe he ever made her sad enough to cry Using her emotions and depression against her, he believed she needed help, yet questioned her on why Always telling her,…
BY: LIZ HARDIE Head games played by others can either make you or break you It was her choice, her decision on how she would follow through Does she let them hurt her, break her down completely, emotionally and physically Or does she rise above the games, hurtful words, and just be who she is meant to be For years, she chose to be manipulated and controlled, head games played consumed her mind Letting others…
BY: Liz Hardie She has always been told that failure is part of her success Oftentimes, she feels she is being set up to fail Thinking little of herself and refusing to see her worth Thankfully, she has her daughters to inspire her, give her the courage and strength to prevail Although her reactions, thoughts, behaviors, and emotions may all be driven by her past experiences The influence of her past seems unconscious, allowing it…
BY: LIZ HARDIE There is a quote attributed to Richard J. Daley: “Power is dangerous unless you have humility.” Certain circumstances can make one examine and research power a little closer Questioning if power changes the people it was given to, and why they would allow it to change them It seems that for too many, it is more about having the power and name than being an actual leader As stated in the quote,…
BY: LIZ HARDIE She must straighten her crown, can’t let them see Let them see the tears and her broken heart She was born with power, strength and with grace No need to break, beautiful woman, such a unique work of art Flawless, gorgeous, trustworthy, humble and kind Jealousy and hatred by others will test her In friendships and relationships, many will try to rip her heart out Testing her emotions and worth, she must…
BY: LIZ HARDIE Deep, dark secrets she has held on to for many years She must be careful who she speaks to, as she feels she may be misunderstood Living in silence is so much easier than showing who you are Hiding in the dark with her thoughts always seemed best Knowing no matter what, she will always have emotional scars Rarely speaking or standing up for herself in life It was easier to live…
BY: LIZ HARDIE Depression is misunderstood Many who are diagnosed many times do not even understand Although symptoms vary from person to person, support is essential Please understand that depression is treatable, so those diagnosed should never feel damned Causes include chemical imbalances, genetics, life events, and medical conditions Side effects of medications, and even drugs and alcohol, can cause or make it worse Sadly, many believe depression is a choice, and these causes do…
BY: LIZ HARDIE Divorce is near, and mediation is only a few days away Hopefully, it all goes as planned; this is all she can pray Her trust in him has vanished, no longer believing any word that comes out of his mouth Most of their marriage was a lie, his love and his actions, had no truth So now she enters the final moments of closing this chapter Excited is an understatement, his narcissistic…
