Freedom Trails

Posted By Royce Gomez on May 15, 2012

This is a beautiful poem that I found written by a woman who had been in an abusive relationship. Whether you’ve been in an abusive relationship before or not, I think you’ll relate to her feeling of being lost and lonely.

This poem was one of many written during my life in an abusive relationship. Trying to find help in order to get out of an abusive relationship.
Where Do I Go!
© Lisa Griffin
Where do I go?
When I’m feeling so lost and I don’t want to be found.
When I’m looking and listening for that peace in my heart.
But I know I’ll never hear that sound.
Where do I go?
Where do I go when I’m trying to laugh but all I can do I cry?
I’m trying to keep on living because I’m not ready to die.
Where do I go because the sun never seems to shine?
Can you give me my life back it’s not yours it’s mine?
How do I keep going, how do I fight this fight?
I’m tired of feeling beat down, but I’m trying with all my might!
Where do I go when my head hangs so low?
Please give me an answer because I just don’t know!
Where do I go?
Does it take very long?
For me to find that peace and a place where I belong.
I need you to help me, help me to take a stand.
I’m scared to do it by myself, will you please take my hand?
Where do I go? Where do I go? Where do I go?
Do you know?

Source: Where To Go For Help, Lonely Poem http://www.familyfriendpoems.com/poem/where-to-go-for-help#ixzz1uzOogNsP
www.FamilyFriendPoems.com

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Posted By Royce Gomez on May 12, 2012

I have been reminiscing about our Ribbon Cutting a couple of years ago in Colorado Springs. It looks like we are about to have a Ribbon Cutting in Orlando! It has been two years in the making; but, all things happen in God’s time. We had our Board Meeting the other evening and added a new member and are collaborating with a couple of organizations this summer. I wanted to post a couple of pictures to share with you from our first Ribbon Cutting.

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Posted By Royce Gomez on May 12, 2012

This song by Mark Wills called Don’t Laugh at Me addresses many problems our kids have today in school that cause them to grow up and have self-image issues as adults. It’s a very profound song for all of us, I think  Don’t Laugh at Me by Mark Wills

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Tags: bullying, Freedom Trails, youth

Posted By Royce Gomez on May 9, 2012

http://vimeo.com/38495802

This is a leadership video. No matter where you are in life or how old you are, you are probably leading someone. This is worth two minutes of your time.

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Posted By Royce Gomez on May 5, 2012

In order to help your teenager develop a positive self image, it is important to make sure that he or she feels worthwhile and knows that you care. In fact, even if your teenager is exhibiting inappropriate behaviors, it is important that you show unconditional love and offer your help and support. Additionally, there are a number of things you can support that can help your teenager feel useful and involved.

One of the most important things you can do is encourage your teenager in accomplishments. These accomplishments can be at school, work, home or with extracurricular activities. Having something that your teen does well • or is at least improving at • can help him or her feel a sense of accomplishment that can help them develop a positive self image. Setting goals and achieving them, as well as being involved, can help teenagers feel connected to others and as though they are doing something worthwhile.

You can help your teenager by encouraging his or her efforts, and by supporting their decisions to do their best. You should praise improvement and encourage your teenager to excel. Attend ceremonies and events so that you can show your support for your teenager on a regular basis.

Constructive correction is also important. Helping your teenager’s self image does mean you ignore all the negative things. You should be helping your teen improve, and correcting behavior. But you should do so in a constructive and gentle manner. And, while you are pointing out areas that need improvement, you should also take the time to make sure that you praise your teenager for what he or she is doing well.

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Posted By Royce Gomez on May 1, 2012

Self image is the mental picture that you have of yourself. The teen years represent one of the pivotal times for the development of self image. It is at this time that many teenagers develop the personalities that they will have the rest of their lives. And this picture they have of themselves can influence the kinds of friends they have, the choices they make and their performance at school and work. In order to have a successful and fulfilling life, a teen needs to develop a positive self image.

Negative self image can lead to damaging behaviors such as looking for acceptance by having unprotected sex, doing drugs, or abusing alcohol. Studies have shown a direct correlation between negative self image and damaging behaviors.

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Tags: Freedom Trails, parenting, respect, self-image, teens

Posted By Royce Gomez on April 30, 2012

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If you are stuck in habits that are holding you back this may be what you need!

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Posted By Royce Gomez on April 30, 2012

Depression is not just sadness

It’s an emotion of lonely and inner madness.

It gives you thoughts of pain and loss,

That other people don’t give a toss.

It makes you lash out at friends you love

It makes you question the Lord above.

Why did He give me this terrible emotion,

That has no cure or potion?

Depression will lock you in,

in a small and empty tin.

It controls every action and every thought,

And puts your fuse into naught.

It makes you scared and alone,

Talking with a silent, deadly tone.

Poem written by Tiffany Gomez

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Posted By Royce Gomez on April 24, 2012

Have you ever felt like you need to start over?

Be a new person and be set free?

Sometimes, do you ever feel as if you’re looking through broken glass?

With a broken future and shattered past?

Don’t let the “what if’s” and “should’ve been’s” hold you back.

It’s your time and your dreams

Be the sun shining bright

Not a cloud dull and dim.

You can change the world and be the light.

Poem by Tiffany Gomez

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Posted By Royce Gomez on April 7, 2012

Here are some things I think all girls should think about. Take a look

http://kateelizabethconner.com/ten-things-i-want-to-tell-teenage-girls/

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