by Kathy Collard Miller | Apr 9, 2016 | attitudes, compliments, courage, intimacy, marriage, relationships
Some time ago a friend shared with me a definition she had heard for the word intimacy: “in to me see.” I thought that sounded good. And we commiserated about how we don’t always experience intimacy because we don’t feel “seen” or...
by Kathy Collard Miller | Jan 24, 2016 | anger, compliments, contentment, heart change, humility, love, sanctification, stress
Ye old “one-upmanship” can hit at any moment. Have you noticed that? Competitiveness can tempt us into pride and envy at any moment and I can succumb quickly. Any of us can brag about how much more our children accomplish than others. When we hear someone...
by Kathy Collard Miller | Nov 9, 2015 | abuse, beliefs, compliments, contempt, glory to God, God's love, gratitude, humility, knowing and understanding God, lies, regrets, self talk, shame
Growing up, I didn’t like my body. I was too tall. I was teased about being too skinny (I know! Don’t laugh!). I was so sensitive about my body that I always wore a sweater to school regardless of how hot it was. I wanted to be covered up. And...
by Kathy Collard Miller | Apr 12, 2011 | compliments, humility
While in Japan, I got the biggest kick out of the times I complimented a Japanese on their English speaking abilities. They just loved hearing that they spoke English well. I was really surprised at their joy in the compliment.At one point, my sister, niece, and baby...
