by Brenda L. Yoder | Nov 10, 2018 | Coaching, Hope Beyond the Image, Life
November brings hopes and expectations of good things. There’s a longing to come home for the Thanksgiving holiday with gatherings of family and friends. You anticipate building memories filled with warmth and security. It’s one reason Hallmark Christmas movies are...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Oct 18, 2018 | Faith, Life
Pray for me, I texted a friend. I was facing a big day, yet felt vulnerable and insecure in the situation. I really wanted to go home where I felt more comfortable, or at least to a corner where no one would see me and I could have a good cry. But I couldn’t. I had to...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Aug 31, 2018 | Coaching, Faith, For Women, Life
“I don’t know what I need” is the response I often get when I ask a client what her needs are or when people answer this question in a workshop. Many of us don’t know what our needs are. Perhaps you’ve never stopped to think about it....
by Brenda L. Yoder | Jun 1, 2018 | Faith, Life, Parenting
I met Bekah Shaffer at a speaking conference last year. As I learned more of her journey, I asked her to write a post for you. Her words are important. I learn a lot from her commitment to God. I’d love to hear what you learn from her story: From Bekah. My...
by Brenda L. Yoder | May 4, 2018 | Life, Parenting
This week I turn 50. Ministry is full right now, so I’ll be concise about 49 significant things I’ve learned in 49 years of life. Here you go. 49 Life Lessons Life is short. As Tim McGraw says, “Life like you were dying.” It’s what I...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Feb 19, 2018 | Faith, Life
“Mom, you’re too much” my teenager said on Saturday. The youngest boy is cursed with living with a fledging mom who works from home and counsels others. That makes for a lot of words stuffed in midlife woman who’s hormonal and a natural...
