Tabitha Ziggas

Title of Tip: Catch a Leaf, Smell a Flower Name: Tabitha Ziggas, 39 Description: Enjoy the little things. Have fun with whatever you are doing. I can go fishing and catch a 30 lb catfish or a 5 lb leaf. Either way, I am happy. If you are walking and see something, stop and check […]
Amanda “Stacie” Ward

Title of Tip: Coloring for Clarity Name: Amanda Stacie Ward, 38 Description: Coloring can be a powerful way to express yourself. You can reveal emotions and thoughts you can’t express with words by choosing specific colors for your art. Coloring isn’t just about filling space with color; it’s a form of meditation, a way to […]
Kiara Ward

Title of Tip: Living in Your Truth Name: Kiara Ward, 23 Description: Living in your truth means taking accountability for the things you have done and dealing with things that were done to you that were out of your control. When I was in prison, my life was in a really bad place. I blamed […]
John Edward Thurman

Name of Tip: Get Something to Carry You Through Life Name: John Edward Thuman, 61 Description: Get something—anything—in your hand to carry you through life. My something is a broom, which I use to clean houses and yards on Saturday mornings. I spray a house with a water hose, clean the inside, cut the grass, […]
Jessica Taylor

Name of Tip: See People for Who They Are Now Name: Jessica Taylor, 42 Description: Open-mindedness involves being open to various ideas, arguments, and information. Being open-minded is considered a positive quality. Open-mindedness involves asking questions and actively searching for information that challenges your beliefs. It also includes the belief that others should be free […]
Mike Stallworth

Title of Tip: Steady Growing Name: Michael Stallworth, 50 Description: In life, you should never stop learning. There is always something that you need to know. You can learn something different every day. Learning is like growing. Instructions: You can learn new things when you put your mind to it. They say you can learn […]
Mike Speckter

Name of Tip: Can We Talk? Name: Mike Speckter, 66 Description: Listen to those who want advice, and then offer the best guidance you can give. Instructions: Listening is something that you really can’t teach. Everyone needs to learn it on their own. It starts by asking someone, “Can we talk?” Then, just let them […]
Bethany Raglan

Title of Tip: Sing Through It Name: Bethany Ragland, [age] Description: Singing is like breaking out of the flesh. So, if you love singing, sing. Even if you don’t think you are the best, sing. Even if you only sing in the shower, sing. Even if you only sing in the car, sing. It’s fighting […]
Angela Price

Title of Tip: Slow Down, Smell the Flowers Name: Angela Price, 40 Statement: Tomorrow is not promised. We could be here today and gone tomorrow, so appreciate the beautiful things life offers you because you never know when it’s over. Find a daily activity that will get you out of the house and be present […]
Javonya Ogle

Name of Tip: Walk It Out Name: Javonya Ogle, 62 Description: When stressed or having a problem, walk it out. It will calm you, and your whole body will feel so good afterward; you will sleep better, eat better, and feel good all around. Instructions: Ideally, find a natural place, like a forest, to take […]