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That's what Patrick King's book, The Art of Everyday Assertiveness, is here to crush. 1. Bye-Bye Mr. Nice Guy: This book is your wake-up call to stop apologizing for existing and start respecting yourself. It's all about taking charge and building healthy boundaries to protect your time and energy. 2. You Got This: The Art of Everyday Assertiveness is big on taking responsibility for your life. It helps you stop blaming others and teaches you the power of making your own choices and taking action towards your goals. 3. Silencing the Gremlins: We all have that nagging voice in our head telling us we're not good enough. This book helps you identify those negative thoughts and limiting beliefs that hold you back. You'll learn to shut them down and replace them with confidence-boosting mantras. 4. "No" Can Be Beautiful: Saying "no" is a superpower! This book teaches you how to decline requests politely but firmly. No more feeling obligated to explain...

Invitatory Officiant O God, make speed to save us; People O Lord, make haste to help us. Officiant Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; People As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Alleluia. The Psalms Psalm 119:105-112 Beati immaculati 105   Your word is a lantern to my feet * and a light upon my path. 106  I have sworn and am steadfastly purposed * to keep your righteous judgments. 107   I am troubled above measure; * revive me, O Lᴏʀᴅ, according to your word. 108  Let the freewill offerings of my mouth please you, O Lᴏʀᴅ; * and teach me your judgments. 109   My life is always in my hand, * yet I do not forget your law. 110  The ungodly have laid a snare for me, * yet I have not strayed from your commandments. 111   Your testimonies have I claimed as my heritage for ever, * and why? They are the very joy of my heart. 112  I...

Opening Sentence The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. HABAKKUK 2:20 Confession of Sin The Officiant says to the People Let us humbly confess our sins to Almighty God. Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws. We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us. O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen. A Deacon or layperson remains kneeling and prays Grant to your faithful people, merciful...

It was a quiet Sunday afternoon when I stumbled upon the audiobook "Set Boundaries, Find Peace" by Nedra Glover Tawwab. I was looking for a way to unwind and had been grappling with my own struggles regarding boundaries something I think many of us can relate to but often overlook. The moment I hit play, I was met with Tawwab's warm and inviting voice, which seemed to resonate deep within my own experiences. It was as if she were sitting right next to me, sharing insights like an old friend over coffee, rather than a voice coming through my headphones. Her delivery added a personal touch to the lessons, illuminating the importance of boundaries in a way that felt both urgent and tender.  7 profound lessons I took away from this enlightening audiobook, all woven with Tawwab’s passionate delivery and genuine understanding. 1. Boundaries Are Essential for Self-Care. One of the first key insights Tawwab offers is that boundaries aren't just polite restrictions; they are a...