Hi, I’m Ivanna Baron. Welcome! I’m a writer, encourager, and mental health and wellness advocate. I share my story and experiences to help and encourage others. Learn more about me here and read the latest below. Thank you for visiting. I hope you find something helpful here.
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Take It One Step At A Time
I enjoy running, and I’ve been doing it on and off for most of my adult life. One year, I decided to challenge myself by signing up for a half-marathon. I trained for 12 weeks to make sure I’d be ready on race day.
How To Deal With Doubt
If you’re a Christ follower and you’re questioning your faith because you don’t know where you fit in the current Christian culture, or because the chaos happening in the world has made you doubt, or because your beliefs don’t seem to fit anywhere, open your Bible
Six Ways to Cultivate Joy In Life
Some of us must choose joy each day. Given the state of the world, it may feel challenging to find something to be joyful about, but that isn’t true. There are still so many things in life in which to find joy. Today, I’m sharing Six Ways to Cultivate Joy In A Challenging World.
How To Read The Bible More
It’s a goal of mine to read the Bible every day. Most of the time, I do, but that only came after I created a reading habit and understood why I was reading it. Today I want to share some tips that may help you create a Bible-reading habit and read the Bible more consistently.
Keep Going 30-Day Devotional
I have always wanted to write a book. I wanted something that my children and family could read and keep from me. So I finally sat down and, over seven months, wrote a 30-Day devotional
How to Advocate for Mental Health
Some people may never struggle with their mental health, and that’s great. But according to the World Health Organization, nearly 1 in 7 people in the world live with a mental disorder, with anxiety and depression the most common.
How I Maintain Peace Of Mind
At times, the world can feel out of control and chaotic. So, I’ve learned that I must protect my inner peace as much as possible. This is not to say I ignore what’s happening in the world and forget about everyone struggling.
How To Start Journaling
Journaling has been a part of my daily routine for many years, and I have benefited mentally and emotionally from keeping a journal. Journaling helps me process my thoughts and feelings by putting them on paper.
Three Ways To Hear God More Clearly
Sometimes, we find ourselves having to make a decision about something but are unsure what to do. We ask God for direction, but we feel he has gone silent. This can be frustrating and make us feel alone in our decisions. I’ve been there. But I’ve found some things that help me hear God’s voice more clearly and