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ON THE COVER20 Alena Pitts on Writing,

Acting & Time With Mom

FAITH

16 Finding God’s Strength to Overcome AnxietyKassie Joler shares about overcoming shyness

26 How to Live ForeverAre you ready for eternity?

27 August Bible Reading Plan31 days of inspiring faith

28 Recognizing Pain & Expressing Empathy

RELATIONSHIPS

18 Moments With Dad Carly forgot how much she enjoyed time with her dad

24 Getting Along With Your SiblingsWant a better relationship with your family?

30 The CrushWhat I learned along the way to love

HEALTH & BEAUTY

5 August 2017 Calendar Healthy habits for your body, mind and soul

13 Don’t Waste Your Time on Waist Training Four ways to feel better about your body

29 Ask the DoctorTanning, eczema and growing

34 5 Fitness FUNdamentalsSummertime exercise

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9 Getting Plugged In‘What do you think about the movie I’m Not Ashamed?’

10 Book Reviews For You Books being made into movies

JUST FOR FUN

6 Garage Sale Finds for Fab FashionRepurposing used items to make cool accessories

12 What You Read: A clue to you Take this quiz

32 Creative CornerFeaturing the artistic talent of Brio readers like you

LET’S TALK

4 Letters to the Editor

8 Ask BrioGet answers to real-life questions

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