Joann, if you thought you were lonely before...

If you are experiencing difficulties in displaying this message correctly, click here

Thank you for subscribing to Bethea. If you wish to unsubscribe, click here.

Joann, I hope you recognize this for what it is: a message of comfort!

Please take a moment and bear with me. In the grand scheme of things — what have you got to lose? A bit of time out of your day? If you choose in the end that this isn't for you, that you're content with your current situation, then a minute or two won't mean much.

Yet, if you decide that this is something that you want — or in my opinion, need — then a few minutes right now will be a small price to pay for everything you'll soon GAIN.

Ease your fears...
You're not alone in this!

It feels like forever, doesn't it, Joann, that you felt like someone "had your back." With so many false, manipulative and calculating "friends" (and, in some circumstances, FAMILY) out there, sometimes it's easier to detach yourself. It keeps you from feeling...

But this attempt at self-preservation has left you jaded to the help that's right in front of you! And I'm not just referring to myself. There's someone else here for you...

No need to be wary
of him or his motives.

He's not a complete stranger — in fact, you've known him for a long time! I just think you've forgotten your connection... You've lost your way from him. If I've learned anything these past few weeks, it's this: A life can be altered in a matter of seconds! One choice, one action, even one decision to remain idle can affect everything.

Joann, I know you're made of "tough stuff." You've scraped and fought for nearly everything you have. And while life may not have turned out exactly how you dreamed or wanted it to, you should be proud of yourself. You're quite exceptional...

Nevertheless, this doesn't mean that you must continue to struggle through every curveball life throws at you! You don't have to live a life that has you repeating: "How will I manage?" or "What will I do now?" You're entitled to a life filled with the words "more" and "plenty"! And I know the very being that wishes to provide this to you!

Your Friend and Adviser,