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The Dangers of Social Media on Self-Worth

Posted by dataperk on August 28, 2017

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    Praying for our new pope, Pope Leo!🙏🏻 May th Praying for our new pope, Pope Leo!🙏🏻 May the Holy Spirit guide him as he brings spiritual leadership and clarity into such a time as this. I can’t wait to learn more about him. 

Also, if anyone is interested in learning more about the pope, the Catholic church, Catholic teachings, etc., I highly recommend Bishop Robert Barron of Word on Fire Ministry and Father Mike Schmitz of the Bible in a Year Podcast. (The Hallow app as well). Both Bishop Barron and Father Mike represent & explain the Catholic faith very well, and I consider them two of the most trustworthy voices in our modern age. 

@bishopbarron @wordonfire_catholicministries @fathermikeschmitz @bibleinayearpodcast
    The other night, as I read my husband’s message The other night, as I read my husband’s message in my daughter’s graduation card, I paused at what I consider the most important part:

“Through everything that life offers you - the good and the bad - don’t ever forget that your identity is in Christ. I love you, my angel!”

Amen. Especially as our kids leave home, their beliefs about themselves will be challenged like never before, and it’s essential for them to know that above all things, their identity is in Christ. Only through Him will they find the peace, purpose, hope, and joy their heart is longing for. Only through Him can they discover real and lasting security.

From #loveherwellbook 🤍
    And that’s a wrap for sophomore year at Alabama And that’s a wrap for sophomore year at Alabama for my Sophie Bear! Again, time has flown, and I can’t believe she’s halfway done with college already. Thankful for the many great moments, memories, and special friends that defined this year. Also very glad to have my girl home for the next month❤️ We love you, Sophie!! Roll Tide!
    Moms, if you need graduation gifts for your favori Moms, if you need graduation gifts for your favorite girls, consider #yoursnothersdevo 🩷💚

I’ve gotten a lot of messages lately from college girls & teen girls who tell me they love it and read it every day, and my hope is that God will reveal to more girls (and boys) in this generation that they were made for a purpose and are unconditionally loved by their Creator. He is writing an incredible story through each of them, and even the seasons of darkness and doubt will not go to waste in the bigger narrative of their lives.

You can find this book (and my 4 others) online or through your favorite local bookseller. They’re all great for summer reading ☀️
    When your first child goes to college, all you fee When your first child goes to college, all you feel is the loss. You can’t imagine the new blessings to come because they haven’t happened yet. 

For weeks after Ella left home, my heart was so heavy. It felt like my world was shrinking. But as we met her new friends, visited her in Auburn, and saw how happy she was, we couldn’t help but feel happy too. I began to love this season of having a child in college, and with every new friend and new connection we made through her, I realized my world wasn’t shrinking - it was actually expanding. It was growing to include the absolute sweetest girls (and their parents) that had become lifelong friends of my daughter and made her the person she’s going to be. 

I thought high school went by fast, but college has FLOWN, and somehow we are 5 days away from Ella’s college graduation. As I reflect on all that’s happened since she stepped foot on campus, I’m overwhelmed by God’s goodness and forever grateful for the friendships, memories and experiences that have positively and profoundly impacted Ella. We adore this girl, and we can’t wait to celebrate this special milestone in just a few more days!!🧡💙
    I often hear from teens who ask for Bible verses t I often hear from teens who ask for Bible verses that can help them when they’re struggling. 

I get it, and I’ve been there. When your heart is broken or your head is cloudy, it’s hard to think straight. It’s easy to spiral or stay stuck in dark thoughts. The best way to get unstuck is through the timeless truth of Scripture. 

New on my Substack, for paid subscribers, are printables with 75 of my favorite messages for the teenage soul. Comment TRUTH and I’ll send the link to you💚🩵
    Wrapping up the last stretch of senior year. Camel Wrapping up the last stretch of senior year. Camellia Court, College T-shirt Day, and MBHS Honors Day, where Marie Claire received the Spartan Crest, Outstanding French Student, and Seal of Biliteracy in French. Sounds like we need to visit France🇫🇷🇫🇷
    I love small towns, as there’s a coziness and wa I love small towns, as there’s a coziness and warmth embedded in small-town charm, and being in Decatur this week reminded me of that. This was my last event of spring, and truly, there’s no place I’d rather wrap up my spring speaking season than with my friends at Decatur Methodist Church!

A huge thank you to Anna Adams, Jennie-Marie McMasters, and the ladies of Decatur Methodist for planning a really special mother-daughter event. These girls were exceptionally sweet….when taking pictures with several of them, I’d feel them lean into me, hug me, or just put their head on my shoulder….and it brought me so much joy. Lots of love for this group and gratitude to the moms who carved out time to be with us here at the start of Maycember, including several who travelled from Tennessee. I’m so glad you joined us!!
    When Marie Claire was little, I often joked that I When Marie Claire was little, I often joked that I should have named her “Joy” because she was so easy, cheerful, and funny. At age 18, on the brink of her high school graduation, this still rings true, and I can’t even begin to imagine our home without her because it just makes me so sad😭😭 Marie Claire, you bring laughter and smiles wherever you go, and we are so proud of the young woman you’ve become. Even if you see me crying these next few weeks, know that we truly can’t wait to see you soar next year. Auburn, take good care of my girl, you are getting a treasure!!!🧡💙

Thank you for these beautiful senior photos @heatherswannerphotography!!

#classof2025 #senioryear #mbhs #auburnbound
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