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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, read my latest blogs and devotionals below. Thanks for visiting. Join my newsletter to receive encouragement via email.

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Be The Light | Devotional Entry

One day, a while ago, I visited a sporting goods store to purchase a new pair of running shoes. As I finished up my shopping and walked toward the register, I could already tell that the young

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Keep Trying Things | Devotional Entry

I love creating things. Over the years, I’ve designed websites, written blog posts and articles, launched businesses, developed products, and more. Some of those things have been successful, and others haven’t.

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Six Ways To Cultivate More Joy In Life

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 to find joy in. Today, I want to share Six Ways to Cultivate More Joy in Life.

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Enjoy Your Life Now and Everything In It

If we were asked to look at our lives and measure our satisfaction with them, I believe most of us could agree that there is something we want more of. More money, time, status, space, and so on. While there’s nothing wrong with wanting more in life, we should pause from time to time to enjoy and appreciate what we already have.

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The Benefits of Having a Morning Routine

Having a morning routine equips you to handle everything you encounter throughout your day better. By establishing a morning routine, you prioritize self-care, mental health, and personal growth, which enables you to serve everyone in your life better and more effectively. 

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How To Hear God’s Voice More Clearly

Sometimes, we find ourselves having to make a decision, 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, and I’ve found some things that help me hear God’s voice more clearly

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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, especially as someone who experiences anxiety. This is not to say I ignore what’s happening in the world and forget about everyone struggling.

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How To Read The Bible More Consistently

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.

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Keep Going: 30 Devotionals That Encourage You To Keep Going Every Day

Life can be challenging at times, but there are still so many things to be joyful about. I’ve experienced some challenging and anxiety-ridden times in my life, but through it all, God has sustained me and given me the strength to keep going! In this devotional, I share encouraging scriptures, relatable stories, and reflections that I pray will encourage you to persevere through life’s challenges, find joy in the everyday, and trust God through it all.

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