Margaret Minnicks
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Margaret Minnicks has a bachelor's degree in English. She is an ordained minister with two master's degrees in theology and Christian education. She has been an online writer for over 15 years. Thanks for reading and sending TIPS her way.
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Why Are Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Therapists, and Counselors Called “Shrinks”?
Most of us have heard someone say, “I’m going to see my shrink,” with a shrug or a half‑smile — but have you ever stopped to wonder where that slang word came from? It’s one of those cultural words we have heard, and we begin using them without knowing what they actually mean.
By Margaret Minnicksabout a month ago in Psyche
Being Bored vs. Being Boring
Being Bored Is Not the Same As Being Boring After publishing my article, “Can a Person Really Be Bored to Death?” I kept thinking that there are differences between being bored and being boring. Often, the two words are used interchangeably, but they describe entirely different human experiences.
By Margaret Minnicksabout a month ago in Motivation
Fun Facts About Popcorn
There are over 50 fun facts about popcorn, the popular snack loved by children and adults. All the popcorn trivia is interesting, but my favorite fun fact is that the popcorn sold in theaters around the world today was once banned in movie theaters.
By Margaret Minnicksabout a month ago in Feast
Martin Luther King's 'I Have a Dream' Speech: Things People Still Don't Know
Former President Ronald Reagan declared the third Monday in January to be Martin Luther King Jr. Day to celebrate the slain civil rights activist. Had he lived, he would be celebrating his birthday at age 97 on January 15, 2026, but he was assassinated at the young age of 39 on April 4, 1968.
By Margaret Minnicksabout a month ago in History
“It’s Not You, It’s Me!”
There comes a time in life when I look at the things I used to do, especially when I was much younger and wanted to get along with others. There were times when I went along with the routines, the invitations, and habits of others that no longer fit me. Theref0re, I am breaking up with those habits.
By Margaret Minnicks2 months ago in Confessions
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was born on January 15, 1929. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is a United States federal holiday observed on the third Monday of January each year, giving U.S. residents a three-day weekend. It is the first federal holiday of 2026.
By Margaret Minnicks2 months ago in History
I Preached an Entire Sermon Based on Only One Word
As an itinerant preacher, I was invited to preach at a church for its Missionary Sunday. I chose to preach on a practical subject in keeping with the occasion. Even though the sermon was geared toward missionaries, it was appropriate for everyone who heard it.
By Margaret Minnicks2 months ago in FYI
Who Should Be In Your Inner Circle?
Inner Circle: Definition An inner circle is a small group of people who have something in common. It could be a group of friends, family members, or co-workers. The exclusive group can be a mixture of people as long as they share some of the same interests and goals. There are advantages to having people from the same group because they can talk about the same things, use the same buzzwords, and understand the inside jokes.
By Margaret Minnicks2 months ago in Motivation
Where Is God When Bad Things Happen?
Bad things continue to happen in the world. People are aware of the mass shootings, terrorism, fires, hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, wars, parents killing their children, and children killing their parents. Those acts have left loved ones in pain, suffering, and grief.
By Margaret Minnicks2 months ago in Motivation
