This video could not come at a more perfect time! I'm estranged from my sister who "owns" my parents. I have to stay home alone on holidays and birthdays or my sister won't come. I'm ONLY doing this for my nephew, her son. He deserves a family and the love. It's SO messed up but I'll be fine. I have Jesus with me always. I've learned that's all I need in life. Family, friends, let you down. God never does. Hugs and prayers to everyone. I hear you and I understand you. ❤️🙏🏻✝️😘
Omg this is me about my older brother and mother. I haven’t been invited to holidays in 10 years because of mistakes Ive made and my brother’s disgust of me. My mother adores him. I struggle every holiday season with shame and loneliness and self pity. Thank you for showing me I’m not alone in this pain. I need Jesus.
@@JN81224 Jesus loves you SO much. He is really all we need. We can't change people's minds or what they think of us. We can only work on ourselves and give our worries to the Lord. He wants us to give Him our pain and sadness. He doesn't want us to suffer. He LOVES us! ✝️❤️ I promise you. I promise anyone who's alone in life. God has us. He is what we truly need. I promise. Most importantly, HE promises. ✝️🙏🏻❤️
❤i also am alone my brother dad and sister are together at Christmas and I’m not invited because of what my left me in her will. Not my fault. I’m a widow so it gets lonely
I know God brought me to your video. I had to walk away from my dad in August 2024 again as God opened my eyes up to the truth behind our relationship. I am seeking reconciliation when God says it is time. But for right now this year's holidays although so peaceful are a bit lonely as well. 2024 has been a year of exposure. God has been exposing the works of the enemy and where I give the enemy a foothold over my life. Boy, was I surprised as I didn't see it, or I got really good at ignoring it. I want to please the Lord and be obedient, but I find myself so wrapped up in the confusion of the enemy and those accusations mixed with 39 years of accusations from family members has kept me in a spiral of doubt. BUT JESUS! Laying down bitterness and always choosing forgiveness has been difficult. I am so thankful for these types of videos always reassuring me to give it to God and that Jesus knows our difficulties.
Thank you Shayla! So glad to have you as a friend 🤎
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I believe this is the first time I have seen any of your videos. Someone knew I needed this video. It has been just over five years that my younger sister set a boundary of not coming to family events , if my family immediate family will be there. My sister used to say I was like a mother to her, as I am ten years older and my mom worked nights so, we were close. There was a painful event my daughter went through ten years ago and she went to live with some sisters that helped her immensely, thank you God. We did not share the reason my daughter left and my sister was upset because I/we did not tell her, she felt left out. But my daughter was not ready to share what had happened to her right away. Eventually she told why she went to live with the sisters, only for my sister to reject her and to be gossiped about to some my friends, a few came to me and told me what was said and after two different gossip events from my sister had to admonish what she had done, I tried as gently as I could. I tried to explain how what she did hurt my family and please do not do it again. That was when it all ended. She stopped coming to all holiday family events. It is hard to explain to young children because they just want to see their family again. I just pray some day, soon, she will put down her pride and let her children be with family they love and miss. She is a mass going mom and thinks she is doing Gods will, I do not see good in this situation. I feel so bad for her children they can not see us any more, they loved us so much too. I had to grieve my sister and it has been really hard. But the hardest is the children; her children, my children and my grandchildren have to all deal with her bad boundary choice. I knew some of her children four years ago now she has more and we do not even know them. My grandchildren and her children were best friends and she took that from them. I believe my sister is in pain about this situation and wants it normal again but does not know what to do or how. I told her I would welcome her with open arms five years ago. Still waiting. 💔 I guess I needed to journal here. 😉 I saved your video so I can watch it again as I like your prayer suggestions. I am sure they will help me this Christmas and beyond. May God bless you!!!!
Yes! loved this REAL video and I too watch Shayla! We too are making Christmas totally Christo-centric- any tradition that doesn't have an ancient Catholic reason behind it is gone! :) its been lovely, perfect and freeing! I too learned the hard reality that sometimes things can't be resolved, but forgiveness is possible. I had been raised with the false attitude that forgiveness meant they could just keep abusing/mistreating/manipulating over and over. I didn't even wake up to it until my 30's when I witnessed them mistreating my kids the same way. Sadly, Complete communication severed until there is some sign they want to amend their ways- its been 2 years. I even got rid of my cell phone because what they were sending was so vile- also freeing :) I found Fr. Mike Schmitz, Ascension Press videos on what forgiveness is SOOOO freeing on what forgiveness truly is. Thanks be to God! Happy Advent and may the Joy of Christ come upon you this Gaudete Sunday!
I've been estranged from my family for 11 years and counting because of a toxic system that has destroyed our entire family. It's still hard at times, but I find that your tips, like prayer, journaling, focusing on what God has given you, reading scriptures that apply to the situation, coming up with your own traditions, and more truly help us to keep the right perspective. Thank you for being open, honest, and transparent about this -- this is a topic I don't think gets talked about nearly enough, and as a result, many of us who are going through it can feel isolated and even guilty at times. God is always near, and rooted in His love, we are never rejected or turned away. Thanks again.
I love that you share about forgiveness existing without reconciliation. There is nothing worse than trying to reconcile with a really close friend and they have no recollection of their wrongs and proceed to talk about themselves 😢 Then talking through things with my hubby. He is my bestest friend. He says she doesn't care about you because she has done this this and this. I want you to find friends that have your best interests at heart not ones that make you stress, cry, and worry. I realized God wanted me to forgive her but I still felt wrong for so long not completely reconciling. She wasn't capable mentally or emotionally to do that. I had to keep her at a distance and be friendly but not let her walk all over me. I love her as a sister in Christ and that doesn't mean I do everything she wants. I'm a very giving person. My mom was also codependent. I had to move and it helped so much our visits are richer and more enjoyable. Our phone chats once or twice a week are much better. No more emotional manipulation. God provides a way out of difficult relationships and it's through forgiveness and following him where he leads. ❤
I love seeing more of your beautiful home! The advent wreath is beautiful and love the Crucifix above the fireplace. ❤ Love your message, wisdom, and encouragement!
I will continue to listen to this video over and over. Thank you Tabitha! I’m estranged from my family for years. Even though I am still in relationship with my mother, this relationship is very difficult and hurtful for me. I’ve learnt to forgive her daily even when is hurtful, with the help of Christ.
You are such a blessing ❤ I always love listening to your videos. You bring such encouragement. I especially love you reading scripture. I don't always get time to sit down and read but hearing you read helps me meditate on scripture throughout my day ❤
What an answered prayer this video was! Thank you. This Christmas season I have suffered deep depression due to family gossiping about me. It’s been so hard on my husband and children and I’ve tried so hard to get out of this. I feel like I’m all alone in this, I don’t know anyone else struggling with these issues at Christmas or any other time and therefore I can’t talk to anyone. I’m so glad to hear that I’m not the only one. My worth is in Jesus, I need not worry about what other people talk about me. I resolve to focus on Christ, He will never leave me nor forsake me
Thanks for sharing! I am dealing with estrangement as well. God has brought me through so much and given me peace. I love all the words spoken in this video. It was so encouraging to keep moving forward. I have hope always.
I been dealing with my in laws being being toxic for 12 years. Fast forward to where we are now they are still the same and if not worse. my husband came from a broken home and I see for hand how his family is. He kept working hard to give our children the life they deserve we bought a home and he’s the best dad❤. I’m amazed how far he’s come. I had lies told about me ppl gossiping when I walk in the local store but i have recently put more time into praying 🙏 and talking to god. I have accepted who they are and we as a family keep distance and peace and put our focus into more important things
Thank you for your gentle wisdom and scripture based guidance. My dad died in August, very suddenly and this will be our first Christmas without him which will be so very hard as he loved Christmas very much. However he loved our Lord also so our hearts are glad and thankful for this.
Thank you this blessed me a ton, I've been feeling beat down by unkind words from family recently. This is exactly what I needed to hear... Jesus bless you! And i'm glad Shayla talked about your pg, I'm so thankful for sisters in the Lord!😊
Thank you for this very meaningful video Tabitha. This was so hopeful for my heart and soul, and I'm sure for others who heard it as well. May the peace of the Lord be with all of us during this season, as we await the coming of the Lord.
This was such a blessing. Ty for this. Great to see you back Tabitha. I pray that you are doing better. I know you've been thru a lot. I love Shayla. She's great! You to are a lot alike. I can see y'all being friends.
I absolutely needed to hear this tonight. My husband and I were just arguing and feel like my husband is at the point he just wants to be friends instead of my spouse and I was feeling very sad. So thank you for this
I always enjoy your videos. Thank you so much for sharing things have been so hard this Christmas. I just don't even want to celebrate it. And I know you should not feel that way, but thank you so much for your video. I really feel as if you are a true woman. Of God and just listening to you, talk Makes me really stop and think about a lot of things that is wrong in my life. So thank you so much.
Thank you for this beautiful and encouraging video. It always feels so holy for me watching them. May God bless you and your family, lovely Tabitha 💜💕🕊️
I usually just put my head down and get through family holiday gatherings but I've decided to get in my van this Christmas and drive from Ontario to Florida to van camp in the Everglades. There's no place like van for the holidays 😅
Hello Tabitha!! Thank you for this encouraging video!! When your going through these times with family you think your the only ones!! Its very hurtful and sad😢 But your right if we have Jesus in our life were never alone!!! During this time all we can do is pray for the people that were estranged from!!! God is the only one that can change people and situations!!! So thats what I do!! I rely on God and his word!!! Thank you for your inspiring caring words!! Its needful at this time!! We need to pray for each other!!! Take care and God bless friend 🙏 Merry Christmas ❤
Thank you for this video, Tabitha. This topic is close to my heart (unfortunately) and is rarely discussed. In the frenzy of preparing for a "jolly" Christmas, who wants to listen to something so unpleasant, right? It pains me that many people have to go through this. But as you said, prayer is incredibly healing and comforting. I don’t mean to say it as a cliché; it truly is. You don’t need emotions like sadness, anger, or resentment to accompany the pain of a broken heart. More often than not, we simply feel numb. However, it is essential, in those moments, to invite Christ in-to meet Him at the foot of the Cross. It may feel as dry as desert sand, but cling to Him. Cry, shout, and let Him know what pains you. I remember when I was breaking family ties with one of my relatives; I leaned heavily on my emotions and didn’t understand why they didn’t fade with time. Then I turned to Jesus. I gave Him my anger and sadness, saying, “Take it! I can’t bear it anymore; it’s too much.” He didn’t take it away immediately, but over time, I realized that wasn’t the right prayer. I should have asked Him to help me carry my burden so that it would become sweet. After that, my heart began to change, and I eventually started feeling at peace. The funny thing is that when I spoke about this with my spiritual director, he asked if I ever wished that person ill. My answer was: “Never!” It was true; even if I have a lukewarm relationship with someone, I never wish ill upon anyone. I believe it’s a grace from God that my heart is aligned this way. To anyone who’s struggling, I have a few practical tips and words of wisdom (not of my own authorship 😁): 1. A short book (an easy, comforting read): Let Go of Anger and Stress!: Be Transformed by the Fruits of the Spirit by Gary Zimak. 2. Another short book (a bit more challenging): Overcoming Sinful Anger: How to Master Your Emotions and Bring Peace to Your Life by Fr. Thomas Morrow. 3. A short prayer for the moment: “Lord, have mercy on me and bless them.” 😉 4. There was also something that "chat GPT + encyclopedia on legs" Jimmy Akin said about how to react/behave/respond when someone is being a jerk to you (I can’t remember exactly what he said; I need to ask my husband and will edit it later 😅). To all who are struggling, please know that I will pray for you. May the coming baby Jesus comfort your hearts and bring you peace. God bless you, Tabitha, and thank you for your hard work. 🙏🤗
27 ans. Je privilégie le "confort géographique" Je suis actuellement dans une école à 15min de chez mes parents. J'ai déjà vécue seule pour me rapprocher de fac ou jobs que j'ai eu à fréquenter... Je fais des aller/retour jusqu'au jour où je me marierai 🤭 Je n'aime pas du tout vivre solo. Et ça fait moins mal au porte monnaie.
Wow another great video. God is really using you. I having been struggling with a toxic family member. It is making me have bitterness in my heart. I think I will write her a letter and not send it. Maybe I will write a few people a letter. That is a very good idea. Thank you for making these videos. They are helpful. I hope you and your family have a very merry Christmas.
Just recieved a text message from my mother making psicological black mail with me, like she always does, with lots of ugly things... Made me sad, so sad, then I forgive her once again, but I'm staying away, just like this past year. I clean my kitchen, made a good meal for my family, put some Christmas lights and Garland to make a beautiful and cozy space for us to enjoy our meal. Then grab my journal to write everything. And now I scrol my RUclips and saw this video. Thank you for the bible verses it will help me. ❤
I would have not expected this topic to pop up on here! Thank you for sharing. We are experiencing our first holiday year of family estrangement. It’s very hard because my sisters and I are living in a state of fear and anxiety. We are trying to get through it but it has been a challenge. I have been going through The School of Jesus Crucified and that has been helping a lot! I didn’t expect the holidays to be so hard.
Beautiful video! You spoke to my heart since I understand that feeling of being estranged from my family members. Thank you ❤ Where did you get the Navity scene in your Advent wreath??😍😍
This video came at the perfect time. I'm estranged from my mom and I was thinking today that I wished someone could discuss this topic that has a relationship with God. Thank you for posting this!
What is the beautiful song called that you played at the end of the video? I know you have used it in other videos as well. It is so pretty and relaxing.
I really like your channel but wish you could turn up the volume or film closer to the camera, get a stronger microphone -- I'm on a laptop and can barely hear you and don't want to miss a word!
Sorry, I had to delete aka the last comment t cause it was not going through but I'm disabled autistic mentally disabled polar sitzophrnic I have been hacked five times this year my camera was hacked cause they were taking pictures of my room and all of my accounts were hacked and they put bad stuff on my youtube account to get it deleted and still have not fully recovered from that and I thought about ending my life because of It . Plus I understand if it's a no cause I'm a boy I did reach out to other people and they told me to f off. and called me retarded
Please know I am praying for everyone struggling this holiday season. Don't forget to watch Shayla's video ruclips.net/video/jqObuz8f3W4/видео.html
This video could not come at a more perfect time! I'm estranged from my sister who "owns" my parents. I have to stay home alone on holidays and birthdays or my sister won't come. I'm ONLY doing this for my nephew, her son. He deserves a family and the love. It's SO messed up but I'll be fine. I have Jesus with me always. I've learned that's all I need in life. Family, friends, let you down. God never does. Hugs and prayers to everyone. I hear you and I understand you. ❤️🙏🏻✝️😘
I’m so sorry, that’s gotta be hurtful.
@iamnotauser93ify Thank you SO much. I really appreciate it. 😊
Omg this is me about my older brother and mother. I haven’t been invited to holidays in 10 years because of mistakes Ive made and my brother’s disgust of me. My mother adores him. I struggle every holiday season with shame and loneliness and self pity. Thank you for showing me I’m not alone in this pain. I need Jesus.
@@JN81224 Jesus loves you SO much. He is really all we need. We can't change people's minds or what they think of us. We can only work on ourselves and give our worries to the Lord. He wants us to give Him our pain and sadness. He doesn't want us to suffer. He LOVES us! ✝️❤️ I promise you. I promise anyone who's alone in life. God has us. He is what we truly need. I promise. Most importantly, HE promises. ✝️🙏🏻❤️
❤i also am alone my brother dad and sister are together at Christmas and I’m not invited because of what my left me in her will. Not my fault. I’m a widow so it gets lonely
I know God brought me to your video. I had to walk away from my dad in August 2024 again as God opened my eyes up to the truth behind our relationship. I am seeking reconciliation when God says it is time. But for right now this year's holidays although so peaceful are a bit lonely as well. 2024 has been a year of exposure. God has been exposing the works of the enemy and where I give the enemy a foothold over my life. Boy, was I surprised as I didn't see it, or I got really good at ignoring it. I want to please the Lord and be obedient, but I find myself so wrapped up in the confusion of the enemy and those accusations mixed with 39 years of accusations from family members has kept me in a spiral of doubt. BUT JESUS! Laying down bitterness and always choosing forgiveness has been difficult. I am so thankful for these types of videos always reassuring me to give it to God and that Jesus knows our difficulties.
You did such a beautiful job with this, Tabitha. It blessed me to hear these words of wisdom. I'm so thankful to have you as a friend. God Bless you.
Thank you Shayla! So glad to have you as a friend 🤎
I believe this is the first time I have seen any of your videos. Someone knew I needed this video. It has been just over five years that my younger sister set a boundary of not coming to family events , if my family immediate family will be there. My sister used to say I was like a mother to her, as I am ten years older and my mom worked nights so, we were close. There was a painful event my daughter went through ten years ago and she went to live with some sisters that helped her immensely, thank you God. We did not share the reason my daughter left and my sister was upset because I/we did not tell her, she felt left out. But my daughter was not ready to share what had happened to her right away. Eventually she told why she went to live with the sisters, only for my sister to reject her and to be gossiped about to some my friends, a few came to me and told me what was said and after two different gossip events from my sister had to admonish what she had done, I tried as gently as I could. I tried to explain how what she did hurt my family and please do not do it again. That was when it all ended. She stopped coming to all holiday family events. It is hard to explain to young children because they just want to see their family again. I just pray some day, soon, she will put down her pride and let her children be with family they love and miss. She is a mass going mom and thinks she is doing Gods will, I do not see good in this situation. I feel so bad for her children they can not see us any more, they loved us so much too. I had to grieve my sister and it has been really hard. But the hardest is the children; her children, my children and my grandchildren have to all deal with her bad boundary choice. I knew some of her children four years ago now she has more and we do not even know them. My grandchildren and her children were best friends and she took that from them. I believe my sister is in pain about this situation and wants it normal again but does not know what to do or how. I told her I would welcome her with open arms five years ago. Still waiting. 💔 I guess I needed to journal here. 😉 I saved your video so I can watch it again as I like your prayer suggestions. I am sure they will help me this Christmas and beyond. May God bless you!!!!
Yes! loved this REAL video and I too watch Shayla! We too are making Christmas totally Christo-centric- any tradition that doesn't have an ancient Catholic reason behind it is gone! :) its been lovely, perfect and freeing! I too learned the hard reality that sometimes things can't be resolved, but forgiveness is possible. I had been raised with the false attitude that forgiveness meant they could just keep abusing/mistreating/manipulating over and over. I didn't even wake up to it until my 30's when I witnessed them mistreating my kids the same way. Sadly, Complete communication severed until there is some sign they want to amend their ways- its been 2 years. I even got rid of my cell phone because what they were sending was so vile- also freeing :) I found Fr. Mike Schmitz, Ascension Press videos on what forgiveness is SOOOO freeing on what forgiveness truly is. Thanks be to God! Happy Advent and may the Joy of Christ come upon you this Gaudete Sunday!
I've been estranged from my family for 11 years and counting because of a toxic system that has destroyed our entire family. It's still hard at times, but I find that your tips, like prayer, journaling, focusing on what God has given you, reading scriptures that apply to the situation, coming up with your own traditions, and more truly help us to keep the right perspective. Thank you for being open, honest, and transparent about this -- this is a topic I don't think gets talked about nearly enough, and as a result, many of us who are going through it can feel isolated and even guilty at times. God is always near, and rooted in His love, we are never rejected or turned away. Thanks again.
I love that you share about forgiveness existing without reconciliation. There is nothing worse than trying to reconcile with a really close friend and they have no recollection of their wrongs and proceed to talk about themselves 😢 Then talking through things with my hubby. He is my bestest friend. He says she doesn't care about you because she has done this this and this. I want you to find friends that have your best interests at heart not ones that make you stress, cry, and worry. I realized God wanted me to forgive her but I still felt wrong for so long not completely reconciling. She wasn't capable mentally or emotionally to do that. I had to keep her at a distance and be friendly but not let her walk all over me. I love her as a sister in Christ and that doesn't mean I do everything she wants. I'm a very giving person. My mom was also codependent. I had to move and it helped so much our visits are richer and more enjoyable. Our phone chats once or twice a week are much better. No more emotional manipulation. God provides a way out of difficult relationships and it's through forgiveness and following him where he leads. ❤
I love seeing more of your beautiful home! The advent wreath is beautiful and love the Crucifix above the fireplace. ❤ Love your message, wisdom, and encouragement!
I will continue to listen to this video over and over. Thank you Tabitha! I’m estranged from my family for years. Even though I am still in relationship with my mother, this relationship is very difficult and hurtful for me. I’ve learnt to forgive her daily even when is hurtful, with the help of Christ.
Praying for you. 🙏
You are such a blessing ❤ I always love listening to your videos. You bring such encouragement. I especially love you reading scripture. I don't always get time to sit down and read but hearing you read helps me meditate on scripture throughout my day ❤
What an answered prayer this video was! Thank you. This Christmas season I have suffered deep depression due to family gossiping about me. It’s been so hard on my husband and children and I’ve tried so hard to get out of this. I feel like I’m all alone in this, I don’t know anyone else struggling with these issues at Christmas or any other time and therefore I can’t talk to anyone. I’m so glad to hear that I’m not the only one. My worth is in Jesus, I need not worry about what other people talk about me. I resolve to focus on Christ, He will never leave me nor forsake me
It's so hard to go through. The gossiping and lies hurt. Praying for you!! ❤️
Thanks for sharing! I am dealing with estrangement as well. God has brought me through so much and given me peace. I love all the words spoken in this video. It was so encouraging to keep moving forward. I have hope always.
Not me fighting back tears during your prayer 😭 Timely and appreciated message.
Praying for you! 🙏
Thank you....every family has it's own 'family dynamics'. This was perfect timing❤
I been dealing with my in laws being being toxic for 12 years. Fast forward to where we are now they are still the same and if not worse. my husband came from a broken home and I see for hand how his family is. He kept working hard to give our children the life they deserve we bought a home and he’s the best dad❤. I’m amazed how far he’s come. I had lies told about me ppl gossiping when I walk in the local store but i have recently put more time into praying 🙏 and talking to god. I have accepted who they are and we as a family keep distance and peace and put our focus into more important things
the lies and gossip hurts so much! radical acceptance is a huge step in healing! you're on the right track and thank God your for your good husband
Thank you for your gentle wisdom and scripture based guidance.
My dad died in August, very suddenly and this will be our first Christmas without him which will be so very hard as he loved Christmas very much. However he loved our Lord also so our hearts are glad and thankful for this.
sending prayers of comfort to you. May your father rest in peace
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Thank you this blessed me a ton, I've been feeling beat down by unkind words from family recently. This is exactly what I needed to hear... Jesus bless you! And i'm glad Shayla talked about your pg, I'm so thankful for sisters in the Lord!😊
God bless you for this inspiring and consoling video...may you and your family have a lovely holiday season ❤🙏⭐️
Thank you for this very meaningful video Tabitha. This was so hopeful for my heart and soul, and I'm sure for others who heard it as well. May the peace of the Lord be with all of us during this season, as we await the coming of the Lord.
Amen! May we all feel the peace of Christ this season
Thank you for your words of wisdom and scripture shared. It is awesome to see how nicely you’ve settled into your forever home.❤
Perfect timing. This is so life and peace giving. Thank you! Love your content
I’m so glad it resonated with you!
This was such a blessing. Ty for this.
Great to see you back Tabitha. I pray that you are doing better. I know you've been thru a lot.
I love Shayla. She's great! You to are a lot alike. I can see y'all being friends.
Thank you Carol! 💞
Thank you for making this video. We need to remember This Holiday is about the birth of our Savior. Thank you
Amen! It can be so easy to get caught up in the busyness.
Beautiful Advent wreath 😊
12:11 beautiful, comforting, and encouraging message and prayer 🙏🏼
I absolutely needed to hear this tonight. My husband and I were just arguing and feel like my husband is at the point he just wants to be friends instead of my spouse and I was feeling very sad. So thank you for this
Praying for peace and healing in your marriage! 🙏
Thank you so much❤ I needed this as I have strained family relationships
I hope you're finding some peace in this season.
Such a beautiful video. Thank you for the reminder that I am not alone in this season. God Bless you and Merry Christmas!
I am so glad it helped! Merry Christmas to you too!🎄
Your house looks lovely and I enjoyed your comforting video. Thank you 🙏
Thank you so much! I’m so glad you enjoyed
Thankful for this encouraging message.😊❤
I'm dealing with toxic in laws this holiday season. Thank you for posting this.
I always enjoy your videos. Thank you so much for sharing things have been so hard this Christmas. I just don't even want to celebrate it. And I know you should not feel that way, but thank you so much for your video. I really feel as if you are a true woman. Of God and just listening to you, talk Makes me really stop and think about a lot of things that is wrong in my life. So thank you so much.
Thank you for your kind words. God bless you!
Thank you I really needed this
Thank you for this beautiful and encouraging video. It always feels so holy for me watching them.
May God bless you and your family, lovely Tabitha 💜💕🕊️
You are so welcome. Thank you for watching them. God bless, praying for you
I so need to hear this today. Thank you 🙏
I'm glad it spoke to you! 🙏
Thank you for this timely video. God bought me here today as I needed your words of encouragement ❤
God is good!!
I usually just put my head down and get through family holiday gatherings but I've decided to get in my van this Christmas and drive from Ontario to Florida to van camp in the Everglades. There's no place like van for the holidays 😅
❤I have patiently been waiting for your next post. Thank you 🙏🏽
I am so glad you are here! I have missed posting
Hello Tabitha!! Thank you for this encouraging video!! When your going through these times with family you think your the only ones!! Its very hurtful and sad😢 But your right if we have Jesus in our life were never alone!!! During this time all we can do is pray for the people that were estranged from!!! God is the only one that can change people and situations!!! So thats what I do!! I rely on God and his word!!! Thank you for your inspiring caring words!! Its needful at this time!! We need to pray for each other!!! Take care and God bless friend 🙏 Merry Christmas ❤
Thank you, this spoke to my heart. I appreciate your wise input my friend.
Thank you!
8:45 I needed this reminder. Thank you.
Amen Thank you Lord for your message
This was so very helpful for me, as all of your videos are. Thank you and God bless you.
I'm so glad! Thank you for watching
Thank you for sharing this message. ❤
You’re so welcome! 🙏
You are both great, you and mountain mamma ❤
Aww thank you!! Love Shayla so much
Really needed this, God bless x
God bless you, That's quite encouraging.
Thank you for this video, Tabitha. This topic is close to my heart (unfortunately) and is rarely discussed. In the frenzy of preparing for a "jolly" Christmas, who wants to listen to something so unpleasant, right? It pains me that many people have to go through this. But as you said, prayer is incredibly healing and comforting. I don’t mean to say it as a cliché; it truly is. You don’t need emotions like sadness, anger, or resentment to accompany the pain of a broken heart. More often than not, we simply feel numb. However, it is essential, in those moments, to invite Christ in-to meet Him at the foot of the Cross. It may feel as dry as desert sand, but cling to Him. Cry, shout, and let Him know what pains you.
I remember when I was breaking family ties with one of my relatives; I leaned heavily on my emotions and didn’t understand why they didn’t fade with time. Then I turned to Jesus. I gave Him my anger and sadness, saying, “Take it! I can’t bear it anymore; it’s too much.” He didn’t take it away immediately, but over time, I realized that wasn’t the right prayer. I should have asked Him to help me carry my burden so that it would become sweet. After that, my heart began to change, and I eventually started feeling at peace. The funny thing is that when I spoke about this with my spiritual director, he asked if I ever wished that person ill. My answer was: “Never!” It was true; even if I have a lukewarm relationship with someone, I never wish ill upon anyone. I believe it’s a grace from God that my heart is aligned this way.
To anyone who’s struggling, I have a few practical tips and words of wisdom (not of my own authorship 😁):
1. A short book (an easy, comforting read): Let Go of Anger and Stress!: Be Transformed by the Fruits of the Spirit by Gary Zimak.
2. Another short book (a bit more challenging): Overcoming Sinful Anger: How to Master Your Emotions and Bring Peace to Your Life by Fr. Thomas Morrow.
3. A short prayer for the moment: “Lord, have mercy on me and bless them.” 😉
4. There was also something that "chat GPT + encyclopedia on legs" Jimmy Akin said about how to react/behave/respond when someone is being a jerk to you (I can’t remember exactly what he said; I need to ask my husband and will edit it later 😅).
To all who are struggling, please know that I will pray for you. May the coming baby Jesus comfort your hearts and bring you peace. God bless you, Tabitha, and thank you for your hard work. 🙏🤗
27 ans. Je privilégie le "confort géographique" Je suis actuellement dans une école à 15min de chez mes parents. J'ai déjà vécue seule pour me rapprocher de fac ou jobs que j'ai eu à fréquenter... Je fais des aller/retour jusqu'au jour où je me marierai 🤭 Je n'aime pas du tout vivre solo. Et ça fait moins mal au porte monnaie.
Wow another great video. God is really using you. I having been struggling with a toxic family member. It is making me have bitterness in my heart. I think I will write her a letter and not send it. Maybe I will write a few people a letter. That is a very good idea. Thank you for making these videos. They are helpful. I hope you and your family have a very merry Christmas.
Thank you so much for this encouragement! My husband and I are experiencing estrangement from our son and his wife. It is so hurtful.
I’m so sorry you’re going through that. I hope this video offered a little comfort ❤️
Amen.
I love Sheila videos
Me too!
Very much needed thanks so much!
You’re welcome! I’m glad it spoke to you.
Just recieved a text message from my mother making psicological black mail with me, like she always does, with lots of ugly things... Made me sad, so sad, then I forgive her once again, but I'm staying away, just like this past year. I clean my kitchen, made a good meal for my family, put some Christmas lights and Garland to make a beautiful and cozy space for us to enjoy our meal. Then grab my journal to write everything. And now I scrol my RUclips and saw this video. Thank you for the bible verses it will help me. ❤
I’m sorry you’re going through that but you are handling it with grace! God bless you
Thank you for your video really needed to hear this today. 😊
I am so glad it spoke to you!
Not so much strained relationships as unrealistic expectations.
Thank vou for the content. Hugs from Brazil.
Hugs back from the USA! Thank you for watching 🤎
I would have not expected this topic to pop up on here! Thank you for sharing. We are experiencing our first holiday year of family estrangement. It’s very hard because my sisters and I are living in a state of fear and anxiety. We are trying to get through it but it has been a challenge. I have been going through The School of Jesus Crucified and that has been helping a lot! I didn’t expect the holidays to be so hard.
Praying for your family during this season. 🙏
Very relevant video
This world is so hard. Life is so hard. I can only take so much and I've been pushed toooooo much. I'm tired.
Not even family problems it's sickness, divorce, autism, church hurt and beyond, surgeries,
God blessed you
God bless you as well! 🤎
Beautiful video! You spoke to my heart since I understand that feeling of being estranged from my family members. Thank you ❤
Where did you get the Navity scene in your Advent wreath??😍😍
I’m so glad it resonated with you. The nativity scene was a gift from my grandmother! It’s one of my very favorite Christmas decor pieces!
I've seen similar on QVC by Valerie Parr Hill. Merry Christmas. ❤🙏🏻✝️
Traditional catholic, sspx have huge families sad state of affairs in novus ordo
We must pray for families to be open to life!
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1Corinthians 16: 14 Let all your things be done with charity ❤ thank you for your videos you bless my soul I'm new on here
Love that verse! Thank you so much for being here
This video came at the perfect time. I'm estranged from my mom and I was thinking today that I wished someone could discuss this topic that has a relationship with God. Thank you for posting this!
What great timing! God cares about us so much!
What is the beautiful song called that you played at the end of the video? I know you have used it in other videos as well. It is so pretty and relaxing.
its called As A Gift and I found it on epidemic sound!
Thank you so very much for your kind words. I truly needed this! God bless! Your channel is such a blessing to my heart!!
So happy to hear that!
whats your view on contraception being a catholic
I follow the Churches teaching that contraception is morally wrong and intrinsically evil.
I really like your channel but wish you could turn up the volume or film closer to the camera, get a stronger microphone -- I'm on a laptop and can barely hear you and don't want to miss a word!
Interesting I haven’t heard anyone say this. Maybe your laptop is the problem? I’ll try turning up the volume a bit on the audio for my next video 😊
@@ThisMamasFaith Audio is fine for me.
@@ThisMamasFaith Thank you! I'll see if it's my setting, I appreciate you noting this and also making your videos loud enough.
hey can i edit one of ur videos then if u like it can I do ur furtue videos just for u free of no change
Thanks for the offer but I actually love editing and prefer to do it myself
@@ThisMamasFaith Hey can we be friends instead cause life has honestly been tough for me and I can tell u why
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Plus I understand if it's a no cause I'm a boy I did reach out to other people and they told me to f off. and called me retarded
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