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Procrastination

Procrastination will keep you from reaching your full potential. It will leave you with regrets. Procrastination kills dreams and prevents you from becoming the person you truly desire to be. Sometimes we spend so much time talking about what we would like to do. We tell our friends and family. We write things down. We research and then we think some more. However, we never take action. The Bible says, "Faith Without Works is DEAD". Feeling great about an idea, a concept, or a business adventure is awesome. However, until action is taken nothing is accomplished. At this point this is merely a dream, a vision. Another popular passage says that, "Without a vision the people perish" It starts with a dream but it doesn't stop there. The most successful people in life are proACTIVE. They're doers! Yes, it's wonderful to dream. How much more satisfying would it be to live out our dreams!?! So tell your friends and loved ones about your plans, definitely write them down, create a plan, and then get moving! Take action. Don't be a victim to procrastination. Lets get started. Today!

Letting Go

Holding on to tradition.

Clinching to a comfort zone. 
Remaining on familiar ground
Feels safe here.
Not much to risk. 

Only, lately, it doesn't feel so comfortable,
This space I've occupied no longer feels like home. 

Time to move on. 
Time to cut off. 
Time to break away. 
Time to be set free. 
It's Time to let go.

Setting my sights on higher levels, new opportunities, & amazing adventures. 
Time for growth, time for expansion, time to take risks, it's time for a change!

In order to fully reach our God-given potential and reap all the blessings God has in store, it's sometimes necessary to let go of some things we hold on to that no longer serve us a purpose.  This letting go process may vary depending on where we are in life and what we desire to achieve.  We may need to let go of negative thought patterns, unrealistic ideals we hold ourselves to, toxic relationships, reckless habits, meaningless routines, pointless conversations or unecessary associations.

It's time to let go! 

Philippians 3:13,14.. forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press!

Celebrating Me

I’m head strong. At times I’m stubborn.  I can be moody, temperamental, sensitive, and hasty.  I tend to fret, dissect things to death, and occasionally I’m very short on patience. Those are my flaws.

On the other hand I am an extremely loving, passionate person. I love to laugh and make others laugh. I’m hard working and motivated.  I'm nurturing.  Those are my strengths.

Today, I embrace all of me. I accept myself for all that I am and all that I’m not. I am special. I am uniquely and wonderfully made by God. He loves me as I am, so I should too. As I continue to pray, grow and develop I will remember to love and celebrate me….all of me.

I'm Expecting!

I feel like my life is spinning out of control. How exciting is that!? It’s not in a bad way. It’s a good thing. I have so many things going on right now I can’t believe it. I’m feeling overwhelmed, excited, nervous, and hungry for it all at the same time. I kind of feel like an expecting mother in her 8th month of pregnancy about to give birth to her first born.

I remember how I felt when I was pregnant with my son. I was afraid. This was a totally new experience I was about to embark on that was completely unfamiliar to me. Parenthood. I felt challenged to emerge as an individual so that I could contribute into the life of my unborn child. I was thrilled and elated about the living being that was growing inside of me. I remember all the preparation I did during my pregnancy term. I went to classes. I read books. I sought out the advice and the wisdom of others who already had children. And then somewhere around the 7th or 8th month I can recall becoming extremely uncomfortable; physically, emotionally, and mentally. I was ready. I wanted it to be over. It hurt at times. It was distressing but I knew in a matter of time a beautiful little baby boy was going to come from me and my life would never be the same.

So that’s where I am today. Feels like I’m about to give birth to my dreams and ambitions. My dream is blossoming inside of me as the days pass. The discomfort is there. I can hardly wait. In the meantime, I will prepare. I will continue to learn. I will nurture my body and cultivate my mind so when it springs forth I will be strong, healthy and prepared to sustain the fruits of my labor!

I told you guys that Abundance is my mantra for 2010. I believe God for an abundance of love, health, wealth, peace & joy. I’m pressing through this “term”, this season with anticipation of what’s to come. Whew! Yeah, I think I just had a contraction. I’m definitely feeling the growing pains…but I know it’s going to be so worth it, just as it was when I gave birth to my son. Yes! It’s a good thing!








Growing pains: Bible study guide from the Bible-teaching ministry of Charles R. Swindoll

The Positive Truth

As we approach the dawning of a brand New Year I have been reminded of the importance of maintaining a positive attitude.

I honestly believe this year will be a year of abundance in my life. Abundance in love, health, business, joy, peace etc! I believe God is truly going to downpour bountiful blessings. Obviously with growth and progress come challenges. When we achieve more we are forced to BE more! The very familiar phrase, “Attitude is Everything” is a fundamental concept necessary for personal development.

While sitting in Barnes and Noble's today I indulged in one of my guilty pleasures, a tall non-fat caramel macchiato while I skimmed through The Little Gold Book of Yes! Attitude: How to Find, Build and Keep a Yes! Attitude for a Lifetime of Success by Jeffrey Gitomer. I love that book. It is a practical, easy read that is so impactful at addressing the importance of cultivating a Yes! Attitude (positive).

Mastering and maintaining a positive mental attitude is the key to unlock success in business, relationships, dating, and just about any area in life that we desire to excel in.

Some people are naturally up and generally see the glass half full. Others really have to make a conscious effort to stay positive.

Focusing on the good promotes feelings of well being. One thing I know for sure, life is definitely going to throw some curve balls. While we have no control over that, we do have control over how we respond and our attitude about the circumstances.

Asseserting a positive attitude in life not only helps the individual but also benefits everyone around. The truth is no one enjoys being around a "Negative Nellie"!

By the grace of God, this year I am committed to further cultivate my Yes! Attitude Gitomer speaks of in his book.