Megan DiMaria
Mankind is your business!
When I notice a theme reoccurring, I pay attention. Lately, I've noticed a theme of being kind and loving, especially to your friends....
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A Prisoner of Hope
Offering hope and encouragement for life, writing, and living a thoughtful life.
A Prisoner of Hope
Offering hope and encouragement for life, writing, and living a thoughtful life.
I post every Tuesday.
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Megan DiMaria
- Jan 17
- 2 min
Kindness and Strangers
If at some point in life, you haven’t relied on the kindness of strangers or haven’t extended kindness to a stranger, then face it—you’re...
Megan DiMaria
- Aug 9, 2022
- 1 min
#BookLoversDay: Read to please your heart and soul
Happy National #BookLoversDay! We're heading into the cozy tea-and-reading season—when the weather turns cool, and a comfy spot with a...
Megan DiMaria
- Jul 19, 2022
- 2 min
Lifehack: What is a to-be list?
Okay, busy friends. I've got a challenge for you. Instead of focusing on your to-do list, create a to-be list. Not only will it help you...
Megan DiMaria
- Jun 14, 2022
- 1 min
Be kind, support an author
Are you a book lover? Besides buying an author's book, there are several ways to support an author. Did you know that authors are not...
Megan DiMaria
- May 24, 2022
- 1 min
Prayer warrior, keep praying!
Do you have people from your past that you still pray for? I do. There have been situations that have compelled me to pray for certain...
Megan DiMaria
- May 17, 2022
- 1 min
Lifehack: Be the nice person
Some of the nicest friendships I've enjoyed were possible because I extended myself to others. Some of the best moments I've shared were...
Megan DiMaria
- Oct 19, 2021
- 2 min
My plan (a lifehack!) while striving for a publishing contract
An important component of my plan is a vital lifehack. If you master this, you'll be a happier person. Keep reading for that second part...
Megan DiMaria
- Aug 10, 2021
- 2 min
It's break time (and what I'm reading!)
Summer is coming to a close, and I need a break from blogging. I've got a lot of balls in the air, and I don't want them all crashing...
Megan DiMaria
- Aug 3, 2021
- 2 min
Lifehack: Why it's good to be kind to yourself
Pass it on—kindness! I'm sure you've seen that bumper sticker. It's a good one, but too often we forget to show kindness toward...
Megan DiMaria
- May 25, 2021
- 2 min
Why you should stop pressuring yourself
It's a wonderful thing to have dreams and goals. Knowing what we want and how to get there are key in accomplishing our mission. If...
Megan DiMaria
- Apr 6, 2021
- 3 min
Give others the gift of kindness, and here's how
For the past several months, or perhaps for the past year, I've been quietly obsessed with kindness. I've read articles, blog posts, and...
Megan DiMaria
- Jan 5, 2021
- 3 min
Tips to heal your heart in 2021
Did your heart take a beating last year? Mine did. Gunk was stirred up, memories relived, regrets remembered. I'm ready for a new...
Megan DiMaria
- Dec 29, 2020
- 3 min
Mindful strategies for a successful 2021
Here it comes: 2021! The beginning of a new year is when resolutions kick in. Already, folks are talking about the new diets they're...
Megan DiMaria
- Jun 30, 2020
- 3 min
Wisdom: get some!
This year especially, I'm striving toward acquiring more wisdom. You can never have too much wisdom. It isn't something you inherit, like...
Megan DiMaria
- May 12, 2020
- 2 min
Counting blessings and being thankful
I believe it's important to find a quiet place, take a deep breath, close your eyes, and recall what you are grateful for. These days...
Megan DiMaria
- Jan 14, 2020
- 4 min
Keys to creating a happy marriage
What were you doing 41 years ago yesterday? I was starting the rest of my life. At the time, I thought I was all grown up. But looking...
Megan DiMaria
- Jan 7, 2020
- 2 min
Start 2020 with a fresh heart. And here’s how.
Do you do a beginning-of-year personal inventory? One that involves looking at the state of your heart and mind? I haven’t always done...
Megan DiMaria
- Dec 3, 2019
- 1 min
The best gift you can give this Christmas
As wonderful as this time of year can be, it can be challenging for some. There are folks who are hurting from past injustices, unkind...
Megan DiMaria
- Nov 19, 2019
- 2 min
Two simple strategies to sail through the holidays, stress-free.
Yes, believe it or not, the holidays are coming. It's still November, but Christmas ads are floating around in my social media feed, and...
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