Dear God, We come to you today with heavy hearts, knowing that we have struggled with our vices and bad habits for far too long. We ask for your guidance and support, to help us turn away from these destructive ways and towards a life filled with love, kindness, and grace. Please help us to see the beauty in each other and in ourselves. Strengthen our relationships with one another so that we may work Read More
Category: Holistic Solutions
Why Asking God Why Isn’t Enough: The Call to Action in a World of Suffering
My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Have you ever found yourself asking God why things are the way they are? Why do bad things happen to good people? Why do innocent children suffer? Why don’t our prayers seem to be answered? Perhaps we find ourselves questioning God’s plan because we don’t understand it. Maybe we feel that God has abandoned us or that he’s not listening to our cries for help. But what if, Read More
The Decline of Discipline: Losing Prayer & Spankings in Schools Led to Kids Calling Cops on Parents
Discipline, structure, and obedience used to be a cornerstone of American culture, but in recent years, we’ve seen a significant decline in traditional parenting methods. With the removal of prayer and corporal punishment from schools and communities, kids have become more entitled and disrespectful, leading them to call the police on their parents for enforcing rules and consequences. When I was growing up, prayer was an essential part of school and community life. It gave Read More
Stop Hiding and Embrace Mental Illness
Transforming a Nervous Breakdown Into a Strengthening Catalyst Mental illness affects millions of people worldwide, and yet it is still a topic that is widely stigmatized and shrouded in secrecy. The fear of being judged and misunderstood often leads those suffering to hide their struggles and suffer in silence. But it doesn’t have to be this way. It’s time to stop hiding and embrace mental illness as a part of the human experience. From a Read More
Reclaiming Peace
It’s the reminder to stay present and pray for clarity. Acknowledge the moment, release the resistance, practice mindfulness and accept what is. Be easy in your pursuit to manage the chaos and let pass over you. Reclaim peace by allowing powerful energy to be your guide; it’ll keep you strong with faith. Persons everyday are learning how they can reclaim peace in their constantly changing environment. Many have found ways to foster their inner peace Read More
FLEXATARIAN!!! Stop asking me what am I! I listen to my body and respond with wisdom
What’s poppin’, yo? As a Flexitarian, I know how it is tryna explain my diet to folks. They be like, “What in tarnation is a Flexitarian?” But lemme break it down for y’all. Being a Flexitarian means I mostly rock with veggies, but I’m not opposed to some meat every now and again. It’s like being a vegetarian, but with some extra spice. We listen to our bodies and make smart choices that keep us Read More
Natural Cures for Black Women Living with Arthritis
Dear AskDoGood Community, We’re here to talk about a topic we believe is very important: natural remedies for arthritis in black women. Recent studies show that arthritis disproportionately affects black women. It affects approximately 23 percent of black women over the age of 65, and studies show this is likely due to a combination of lifestyle, genetics, and environment. Arthritis is a very painful and debilitating condition that affects many aspects of your life, so Read More
A Sober Living Guide for the Holidays
The winter holidays are supposed to be a magical time of year. However, they can pose extra challenges if you’re trying to live sober. You may look forward to decorating the tree and baking sugar cookies. Then, you remember crowded shopping malls and family dinners with distant relatives asking you about your childbearing plans. You may also wonder how you’ll handle annual rituals that usually involve rum punch and champagne. Learn how to celebrate Read More
What You Need to Know About Serotonin and Weight Loss
Do you diet and exercise, but stay the same size? A serotonin imbalance could be the reason that you find it difficult to lose weight. Serotonin may be best known as a neurotransmitter that fights anxiety and depression. However, it also plays a major role in digestive health. In fact, most of the serotonin in your body is in your gut, rather than in your brain. Put this natural appetite suppressant to work for you. Read More
Top 10 Benefits of Adopting a Vegan Lifestyle
A vegan diet doesn’t sound too appetizing to most meat, cheese, and egg lovers. However, a vegan diet can be kind to your health and your wallet. You also gain the benefit of knowing that you’re being kinder to animals and the environment. Making the switch isn’t easy, but you might find it a little easier if you know more about the benefits that veganism provides. It’s not necessary to make a complete change overnight. Read More
