Life isn't always beautiful and sometimes we get the life kicked out of us by life itself. This podcast is about surviving in this world while trying to search for the end of the elusive rainbow. It's about the stories of ordinary people who manage to do extraordinary things in their own unique way. We all have every day heroes who make an incredible impact on our lives, and who leave a footprint in our lives. And there's always that one person who made a difference in our lives just by being themselves, living their lives with simplicity and authenticity, and here are their stories
Rose Tinted Glasses with Olivia Sambo
Do you feel stressed and overwhelmed; and don't know how to deal with it? To deal with stress you have to look at one thing at a time. Ask yourself what is the one simple thing you can start doing to reduce your stress. One of the key things to get rid of stress is to set boundaries for yourself. This will help you say no to anything that will make you feel overwhelmed and stressed. And pay attention to the little things. It's those things that we ignore because they seem so insignificant that blow up in our faces in the end. Once you start paying attention to the little things and how they make you make you feel, you will be able to deal with them one at a time. Its those little thing that become a seemingly insurmountable mountain that cause us to lose hope and become anxious. Never ignore anything that makes you feel uncomfortable. That is the sign that you're saying yes to something that you should be saying no to. Apply the rule of paying attention to little things to everything in your life, together with setting boundaries, and you'll begin to see you stress reduces and peace and calmness coming into your life.
Doing good is not an obligation, it is your duty and your responsibility. That doesn't mean you have to keep on doing good if its not within your power to do so. When doing good comes from your heart you will also be able to say no without guilt. You're not here to be a crutch to someone, or to replace God in that person's life. The secret to doing good is to give what you can when you can, and to be aware of the little things that really matter so you can do good by doing the things that make a difference in someone's life. And also, to keep your lips sealed about what you did and who you did it for.
Passion is a powerful emotion that inspire, motivate and move you. All great men and women have mastered the art of channeling their passion in the right direction. But what happens if you can't control your passions and you are the mercy of your emotions every time? Listen today and find out how you can use your passion to empower and guide you to incredible heights.
All of us have a role to play in our relationships But that role needs to have boundaries. if those boundaries are not clearly defined, there will be friction and frustration. Listen today and find out how to define your roles in your different relationships and how to set the boundaries that will build and strengthen your relationship.
Discipline is what will set you apart from everyone else. True discipline comes from within and is borne from you desires to be better and to improve your life. Discipline gives you the power to do what seems difficult and impossible. In today's show you'll find a step by step guide on how to apply discipline to reach your goals.
You are more powerful than you realise. But if you pay attention to all the distraction and the noise, you'll begin to see life through the eyes of a defeated person. You have to pay attention to what matters so you can avoid useless arguments. Choose your battles well and focus on what truly matters and you will become successful in whatever you pursue.
You are the main character in the story of your life. You are the lead in the most important role of your life. That is space is yours and yours alone. You can rewrite the script, direct it any way that would please you and produce the movie you've always dreamed of. Your role. Your script. Your life. And you can choose every single moment if every single day.
It's very easy to judge and to criticise if you're not the one who has to make the decisions. Its only when you begin to show compassion that you'll begin to understand why people are who they are.
Motherhood is the most rewarding and scariest journey you'll ever undertake.
If you only focus on what is bad and unwanted, that will become your life. Be very selective where you put your attention because these little irritations can easily confuse and distract you.
You've always known who you truly are. Embrace that knowledge and express yourself through your gifts and your talents.
Your gifts are who you truly are. Your abundance is tied to your gifts. You were blessed with amazing gifts that are the key to your prosperity.
What does it mean to be obedient? True obedient has nothing to do with punishment. It has everything to do with the song that was written for your soul to dance to. True obedience is when you begin to dance to the unique rhythm of the music of your heart.
To understand your own value, you must appreciate the road you have travelled. Your skills, your knowledge and experiences came at a price that only you would know the true cost of. Value what you have. Value what you know. Own the power of experiences and by doing that you'll be teaching others to do the same.
Funding is not always the golden key to unlock opportunities. Before you apply for funding, be very sure about what you're signing up for. Ask how it will affect your cashflow when you have to start paying back the loan. And know exactly what the terms and conditions are before you sign on the dotted lines.
You can have the best product or offer the most amazing service but if your team sucks, none of it matters. The people working for you form a very important part of your business, and you should focus on getting that part of your business right. An unhappy and frustrated employee who deals with customers can damage your brand and drive away business with their bad attitude. Don't ignore the importance of your team, they are the ones who are there to be your eyes and ears.
No business owner can successfully wear all the hats in the business, and at some stage you have to delegate. To delegate tasks to the right people will greatly enhance the flow of your business and set you free to focus on your business.
Clear and simple communication in your business can make big difference. Simple courtesy by acknowledging when you've received an email can greatly reduce stress, uncertainty and frustration for the person who sent the email. Effective communication in the business world is needed if you want to build a business.
It sounds like a good idea to go into business with a family member or a friend. But this can lead to frustration and ruined relationships if it's not done in the right way. Business is not personal and clear guidelines must be put in place for this partnership to succeed.
The simple things in life can be perceived as being the most difficult things to do. If you want to lose weight, you must eat less and exercise more. That's simple, yet it's not easy to do if you are focused on the result and not the journey. Life is simple once you know what to do. But it's not easy to do what needs to be done.
Nothing is stopping us from talking, except our fears and insecurities. There's no need to die inside with the words stuck in your heart. Once you can learn how to express yourself calmly and clearly, life begins so much easier.
What influence your decisions? Who do you trust for guidance? Do you trust fear of do you trust faith? The things that influence are what is steering you, and if you are following blindly you'll always find yourself arriving at the same spot. Become aware of the voices that influence you, so you can learn how to reject the ones that don't serve you.
You are amazing. You are born gifted. You are talented. Focus on your gifts as your prosperity and your abundance are tied to your gift.
Words are more powerful than we realise. You can build or break someone with your words. Every moment of every day you get to choose how you use your words.
When an act of nature destroys everything in its path, the devastation is unimaginable.
Fear is the number one reason that is holding us back. And if we don't face our fears, it will rule our lives and prevent us from reaching our dreams. Whispers that we ignore can become a raging force of fear that holds us back and blinds us to opportunities around us.
God's love can be found in the calmness of your soul, the quiet breath that you take every second. God's love can be found when you look at yourself and begin to see the miracle of you.
Do you understand what true abundance is? It goes beyond money, status or possessions. Its to understand and to know that everything you need will be provided for over and above you can ever imagine.
To understand God, you need to understand His love and his power.
What are your expectations? Are they yours or are you living someone else's life without even realising it? Expectations can blind you to the possibility of who you were meant to be.
Hope is a wonderful thing to hold onto. It is a terrible thing to live in a state of hopelessness. Hope is that tiny flickering flame inside of you that refuses to go out, even when all the odds are stacked against you. Hope is irrational and crazy but it keeps on pushing you forward even if you're not aware of it.
What you believe becomes your pattern. Your pattern is born from your beliefs and how much you think you're worth.
Stay focused on what matters to you. Stay focused on what is important.
There are certain things in life that are not easy. Marriage, raising children, success, looking good: none of these things are easy but you can still have the best of it. To be successful in anything you have to understand what it will take to achieve your goal. If you expect things to be easy, you're setting yourself up for your failure. But once you understand how high the stakes are and you are prepared to do what needs to be done to reach your desired outcome, you will find that success is possible and within reach.
There is no need for drama to let your voice be heard. There's no need to cause a scene because you can't have your way. Love is peace and stability and you can have an amazing relationship without drama, But if you are insecure and afraid to show how vulnerable you are, you will always have the need for drama. When you realise that you are loved, and you accept and embrace that love, the need for drama will go.
What does it mean to be a child of God? What does it mean to serve God? Too often we think that being holy is to serve God. But what does it even mean to be holy, and who do we see as holy? To be a true child of God is to surrender to happiness, peace and joy, to live your life in celebration of every blessing you see around you. It is to enjoy life as you connect to the true source of life within you. To be a child of God is to live with every breath you take and to marvel at the miracle that is you.
Taking responsibility for your life is more than just paying your bills and being responsible. It's about understanding the consequences of your actions and holding yourself accountable. It's about understanding the impact your words have on others and acknowledging the pain you might've caused. Taking responsibility is to understand that your every thought, your words and your actions will determine your life. It is know that you are not a victim but a powerful being with immense power to change your life at any given moment. Ultimately it is to stop blaming anyone for your emotions and your decisions.
To follow your heart is not an impulsive drunken decision that you'll regret afterwards. To follow your heart is to be deeply and intimately connected to your soul. You must be able to hear the whispers of truth and to feel the flow and ebb of the very force that sustains life. To follow your heart means that you have certainty and direction, clear guidance as you recognise the pulsating life giving force that has been inside of you before the beginning of time. It's a powerful and life-changing experience when you truly begin to follow your heart. And when you do that, you will follow truth, peace, happiness, joy and fulfillment.
Finding meaning to life can be both complex and simple. Looking for meaning will take you on a road of self discovery and unexpected surprises. And it's once you begin to live in the moment and keep your eye on the present moment, as you take the time to appreciate the simple things in life. Meaning can be found in the most unexpected places. And once you discover what brings you joy, peace and happiness, you have discovered the true meaning of life.
Resentment is the unspoken criticism and judgement that are born from unprocessed guilt and shame. Resentment will lead to bitterness, anger and frustration that will explode at the most unexpected moments. If you can't recognise this silent and poisonous killer it will quietly ruin your life. Resentment will keep you in victimhood and blame will always be your game as long as you don't acknowledge it.
What makes you happy? We look for happiness but often do we stop to ask what truly makes us happy? Happiness is not some elusive emotion, only for the selected few. We all have the capacity for happiness. Happiness is simple and rewarding. But to be happy, you need to know what makes you happy.
It's easy to look at life through the eyes of someone else and believe their perceptions to be true. But what is real and true for you? What do you choose to believe and who do you choose to follow? Do you follow fear and hatred, or you choose to follow peace and sanity? The choice is always yours but what is the cost of your choice?
Clarity is one of the most powerful things to experience. Once you know what you want, the way becomes clear and simple. Having clarity boosts your confidence and energises you. Once you know what to do you will also how to do it. Once you are clear on one thing, you will become clear on many things. You will make decisions with confidence and you will follow it up with action. Clarity brings intent, confidence and simplicity.
Success is what matters to most of us. But what does success mean to you? How do you define true success? Success is deeply personal and only you can decide what it means to you. Only you can set your standards and your goals to achieve the success you have in mind. It's only once you have decided what really matters that you will be able to go after it.
Are you one of those people who always knows the latest gossip and can't wait to share the messy details of someone else's life? Are you living for the latest juicy bit about scandals and secrets of other people? Do you crave the drama, and satisfaction of being the one who knows the dirty little secrets of everyone else? Or do you just like to talk behind people's backs and make up stories as you go along? Then maybe it's time for you to stop meddling and start minding your business. Minding your business is the key to peace and sanity.
No person is without weaknesses but those who succeed in life are the ones who acknowledge their weaknesses and do everything in their power to fight their demons.
Have a child, they say. The clock is ticking, they say. Nothing and no one can prepare your for parenthood. You can read all the books in the world, watch all the videos and speak to a million people, and still you won't be prepared for being a parent. You won't be prepared for the love, the strong sense of protection, the toll it takes on your body and your relationship. And you nothing can prepare you for unexpected miracle of being called mom or dad.
There is absolutely nothing romantic about marriage. In the end it's about waking up with bad breath, farting in bed together, navigating life, money, career, finances and family. But what makes it worthwhile and beautiful, is that you have someone by your side who has seen on your worst days, and still thinks you're the most beautiful person in the world. It's about creating a safe space where both of you can flourish and be vulnerable. And it's about being with that one person who makes your heart smile because they just get you. No words needed, no explanation required.
What does perfection mean to you? What are you looking for when you say something must be perfect? Often our need for perfection is a way to hide from our fears and insecurities.
True progress is one step at a time. Take time to appreciate your journey and celebrate all the little steps you take to reach your destination.