Hi, I'm Cathy - your host of See BeYOND Where You Are podcast. Have you made up your mind that it's time to live life the way you want to? Do you know where or how to start? I believe that it starts in your mind. Sometimes we are consumed with trying to j
Ever thought the word 'wait' could become your secret weapon in achieving success? Brace yourself as we unveil the immense power that lies within this simple term that is often misunderstood. We'll embark on a journey, uncovering the real significance of waiting and how it gears you up with strength, courage, and refined vision. We'll be shedding light on the art of patience, the power of venting your experiences, and the magic that unfolds when you let go of negativity.Strap in as we delve deeper into the divine promises mentioned in Isaiah 40:31, linked with waiting on the Lord. This episode is a call to harness your innate instincts, comprehend when to make a move, and dare to wait to reap these divine benefits. By the end of it, you'll view 'waiting' as a vital step on your journey to success, well-equipped to face life's challenges with a renewed strength and courage. Get ready for a transformational shift in mindset that'll empower you like never before!Support the showC Bond (@seebeyondwhereur) • Instagram photos and videoswww.linkedin.com/in/cbond-bcpa-podcaster
Promise yourself that you'll stop falling and start climbing after tuning into our latest episode of See Beyond When You Are. We guarantee that you'll walk away with a fresh perspective and practical tools to tackle any mountain, big or small, that life throws your way. In this captivating discussion, I, your host C. Bond, use the metaphor of mountain climbing to symbolize the challenging journey of personal and professional growth. From harnessing the power of stability to the indispensable need for courage, we dive into the mechanics of self-improvement while navigating through life's rocky terrain.In the latter half of our journey, we venture into the realm of courage, an underappreciated quality that is crucial for initiating change and tackling challenges. Drawing from Miriam Webster's powerful definition, I encourage you to venture, persevere, and withstand the fear or difficulty that makes your mountain appear unscalable. I dare you to start climbing your personal and professional mountains, emphasizing that the starting point is irrelevant, but the start itself is pivotal. So, strap on your metaphorical climbing gear, and let's embark on this thrilling journey towards success and fulfillment together.Support the showC Bond (@seebeyondwhereur) • Instagram photos and videoswww.linkedin.com/in/cbond-bcpa-podcaster
Imagine navigating life's trials with an unshakable core, built firmly on integrity and character. That's what we're diving into today - a comprehensive discussion on the parallels between the process of building a house and the formation of your character. When the foundation of our character encounters external pressures, we stand strong, maintaining our integrity. But what happens when our foundation is shaky? We end up with flaws in our character, cracks in our integrity, and a damaged personality structure. In the second leg of my discourse, I'll delve into the essence of honesty and the power of seeking help. Through encouragement, I will show you how a strong, uncracked foundation can save you from the impatience and frustration of those around you. It's worth noting, however, that the journey of self-improvement, like construction, can often slow your pace, causing friction with others. So, join me as I explore the art of constructing a robust character foundation and mastering the skill of tackling life's challenges gracefully. Let's build not just houses, but characters!Support the showC Bond (@seebeyondwhereur) • Instagram photos and videoswww.linkedin.com/in/cbond-bcpa-podcaster
Do you feel trapped by your bad habits and poor decisions? Are you ready to break the chains of regret and reclaim your life? In this eye-opening episode, I share my faith-based encouragement to help you develop strategies for overcoming negative patterns and making better life choices. Discover the power of mental exercises, strengthening your mindset, seeking support, and embracing growth to outlive your past mistakes.Regret can be a heavy burden, but it's never too late to turn things around. Join me as we face our regrets head-on and seize opportunities to create a better future. Whether it's completing your education, reconnecting with loved ones, or learning from past experiences, now's the time to take charge and live a life without regret. Don't miss this chance to transform your life and leave your old habits behind for good.Support the showC Bond (@seebeyondwhereur) • Instagram photos and videoswww.linkedin.com/in/cbond-bcpa-podcaster
I recently experienced a profound epiphany while navigating a challenging season in my life, which completely shifted my approach to prayer and Bible study. Join me as I share how immersing myself in Psalms 9 and Revelation 19 reminded me of God's unwavering faithfulness, the purity of His word, and His role as our King of Kings and Lord of Lords. This newfound perspective allowed me to transcend my current circumstances, find strength in applying biblical teachings, and ultimately live a more purposeful life.Are you ready to refocus your vision and transform your prayer life? Let me inspire you to look beyond your current situation and allow your vision to carry you to new heights. By grounding ourselves in faith, diligently studying the Word, engaging in prayer, and living out God's teachings, we can seize control of our lives and pave the way for improved outcomes. Don't miss this uplifting episode that could be the catalyst for a more fulfilled and purpose-driven life.Support the showC Bond (@seebeyondwhereur) • Instagram photos and videoswww.linkedin.com/in/cbond-bcpa-podcaster
Negativity such as gossip, manipulation, and negative thinking are all dangerous to our mental health and damaging to our faith. Negativity is dangerous to our self-esteem, our confidence, our families and friends and even our careers. But it is also damaging to relationships, it damages the trust that others have in us, it damages our reputation and even our lives. And negativity is like garbage, it smells. But I want us, to be positive people whose scent cannot be confused with the stench of negativity. Support the showC Bond (@seebeyondwhereur) • Instagram photos and videoswww.linkedin.com/in/cbond-bcpa-podcaster
Even in intense or excruciating pain, I want to See Beyond Where I am and be the best me that I can be. And I realize that our experiences, the people who care for us, the facilities we go to for help when we're in pain, can help us strive for being better. I am still dealing with this pain and will be glad when it's over. But until then, I'll keep praying, singing, studying God's word so that I can be prepared for the next situation that comes in my life to make me better. Support the showC Bond (@seebeyondwhereur) • Instagram photos and videoswww.linkedin.com/in/cbond-bcpa-podcaster
There are situations that seem to bring us only pain. That's what it like dealing with Sciatica and sometimes with life. And during those times we get lost in the pain, the process, and the problems and can't See Beyond that situation. But I encourage you to let go and let God help you. When we do that, we can see how Amazing God truly is. Support the showC Bond (@seebeyondwhereur) • Instagram photos and videoswww.linkedin.com/in/cbond-bcpa-podcaster
Let me tell you what was going on and how I made myself See Beyond my situation. It started Aug.17th, three days after a virtual workout with 2 of my family members. I had done those exercises several times before and didn't have any problems. Well as I said, on Aug. 17th I started having back pains. They were not bad pains, so I thought I just needed to relax or ice or put heat on my back. So, I iced my back and relaxed. Then I decided to soak my back. I bought some Epsom salt and got in tub. First, I couldn't get comfortable in the tub. I also couldn't turn the water on to reheat the water. But the worse part was I could not get out of the tub by myself. I was hurting just that bad. Each day the pain was getting worse.I cried so much last year, and I did a lot of almost hysterical crying for 5 days of this year. It has journey and hot an easy one. But as I said earlier, I knew that God was and is with me. Support the showC Bond (@seebeyondwhereur) • Instagram photos and videoswww.linkedin.com/in/cbond-bcpa-podcaster
The title of today's podcast is This is The Day. I want to talk about my title using a scripture that is very familiar. However, I think we, especially me at times, don't think about it or live it like we should. But while a lot of us are enjoying this season; some people are having a hard time. Some people are mourning people they loss this year. And for some people it is hard because this time of year reminds them of loved ones, they lost years ago. And for some people Christmas is the loneliest time of the year. But here I am encouraging you to rejoice and be glad. Support the showC Bond (@seebeyondwhereur) • Instagram photos and videoswww.linkedin.com/in/cbond-bcpa-podcaster
I can't remember when or if this has stopped but, when I was a kid, I remember the public service announcement would come on across the bottom of the tv screen. And a voice would say, this is a test, this is only a test. And that's what I want to tell you today. Whatever you are going through, it's a test, it is only a test. Failing is the easiest way of dealing with any test. But it is also the costliest. It costs more time, more energy, more money. Because we will have to deal with that same test again and the next time it will be harder. It also costs us emotionally, intellectually, and sometimes it costs us relationships when we fail tests. Especially when we repeatedly fail the same test.I would like to say that retaking the test is our only option. For some of us it is and for some it is not. Giving up is an option for some people. But it should not be. Giving up always seems easier but it's not. Giving up allows us to get to a place, and once we get to that place we begin to die internally, intellectually, spiritually, emotionally, physically, and financially. Support the showC Bond (@seebeyondwhereur) • Instagram photos and videoswww.linkedin.com/in/cbond-bcpa-podcaster
Waste Management is a billion dollar industry. As a matter of fact, in 2021, the Waste Management industry made almost 20 billion dollars in revenue collecting waste. Today I am talking about how we waste time, how we waste resources, and about the three principles of waste management.The three principles of waste management are reduce, recycle, reuse. That's what I want to encourage you to do today. Reduce the waste of your time, money, and resources. Recycle your time, money, and resources. Reuse your time, money, and resources. Support the showC Bond (@seebeyondwhereur) • Instagram photos and videoswww.linkedin.com/in/cbond-bcpa-podcaster
Now let's talk about pollution. If pollution is bad for the environment, water, and earth, then you know it is bad for our health, minds, bodies, and relationships. The kind of pollution I am referring to are behaviors and characteristics that contaminate us. Pollution clouds the vision and causes to use poor judgement concerning people and things. Just like plastic pollutants affects our eco system, a bad attitude, jealously, and selfishness affects our biological system. So instead of allowing pollution to live in your body, rent free. Evict all the characteristics, attitudes, and behaviors that causes pollution. Work on being a better person. Support the showC Bond (@seebeyondwhereur) • Instagram photos and videoswww.linkedin.com/in/cbond-bcpa-podcaster
When my youngest nephew was a toddler, he used to say, “don't stop, gilly gilly”. What he was really trying to say was, “don't stop, get it get it. It was something my family used to say quite a back then. It simply meant, don't stop keep going. Keep doing what you're doing to achieve whatever it is that you want. Or keep pursuing to you get what you want.So, this Monday I want to say to you, don't stop, get it get it. Or keep pursuing. Keep pursuing peace, health, and prosperity until you get all three. We deserve all to have all three.Support the showC Bond (@seebeyondwhereur) • Instagram photos and videoswww.linkedin.com/in/cbond-bcpa-podcaster
I was inspired to do this podcast because one of my sisters asked me to listen to a YouTube video titled Kara Lawson: Handle Hard Better. In the video, Kara stressed that we should not get discouraged during the hard times. She said, it is supposed to be hard. I believe that it is supposed to be hard, because the hard times shows us that we are stronger, more resilient than we think. I will admit that life is a challenge. And it not just one challenge. Life is a series of challenges that can either make us of break us. But we get to decide. After listening to this podcast, I encourage you watch the video. Support the show
Remember what we used to say as kids? Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me. We know that's not true. How many of us have been hurt by words? Too many of us. We remember vividly the words that were spoken to us years ago that wounded us. We remember who said it. We remember what they said. We can even remember their facial expression, what they had on, where we were and what we were doing. Words like you're stupid, you will never be anything, or you're wasting your time trying to do…. Its these words that become a roadblock for us. It makes it difficult to See Beyond Where You Are. So today we are talking about it. I want us to deal with the wounds of words so that we are not going through life dying a slow death from hurtful words while we are still alive. Support the show
I know how important it is to See Beyond Where You Are. It can change our lives, it did for me. The ability to See Beyond Where You Are is a skill and anyone can learn it and use it to their advantage. That is why I call this podcast See Beyond Where You Are. I have been seeing beyond situations in my life for a very long time. Even when time looked bleak, I still saw better. Even when I became an adult and went through my own hard times, I had to see beyond. Now, its your time to See Beyond Where You Are...Support the show
What if today was the day that God said yes, you can have all of your desires. Are you ready for that? Are You Ready For A Yes from God? Maybe, maybe not. Maybe you're getting ready. Or perhaps you are ready. This episode of See Beyond Where You Are wants to encourage you to be ready and stay ready to receive a yes from God concerning the desires of your heart. Support the show
So, it's September and you feel like you don't have enough time to do the things you said you were going to do at the beginning of the year. I know this can be or is discouraging.I believe there is a way to get on track and finish the year out strong. And I have three suggestions. My three suggestions are. 1. Have faith. 2. Do the work 3. Ask, Seek, and then Knock. I believe this will help you finish the year out strong. Support the show
In this episode, we discuss the weight of problems. The weight a problem or situation can change. But it depends on us. We determine how much weight of the problem we carry. And that weight correlates with the way we see ourselves, how we feel about the situation, and we work the problem. When we don't have a plan to deal with the problem, that's when we start asking ourselves why is this so hard? Or making confessions like, I can't handle this, this is too much. What you are really asking yourself is Why is this so Heavy?Support the show
Sometimes it's not the negative people that hold us back. It's what we tell ourselves. We tell ourselves that we're to old, we're too young, or I don't know how to do it. But today is an opportunity to level up in our thinking and skills. So, Stop Telling Yourself all the negatives reasons not to do it and start telling yourself, you are the next big success. Support the show
Sometimes, you have to do things your own way. Sometimes you have to mess up, clean up your mess and realize it is your mess to clean up. But that's a part of life. It's the process of adulting, of becoming and of just being. Support the show
It's funny how the games we played as children relate to our adult lives. I remember playing 1234 Red Light, but I never thought about the lessons of the game: stop, proceed with caution, and then go. There are phases in our lives where we need to stop, wait or proceed with caution, times when we should go. All three are important. Are you in the stop, wait or proceed with caution, or the go phase in your life?Support the show
I Call Interference because you are interfering with someone's ability to live peacefully. I Call Pass Interference because you have allowed procrastination, sabotage, jealousy, and to grow. It is not too late to start over. Don't let negativity or anger be the reasons you can't See Beyond Where You Are. Support the show
Have you ever worked on something and then realized that is not your best work? That's what happened with this week's episode. So, I decided to take another week to research, re-record, edit again, and then publish. I'm doing this because I am committed to giving you, my best!Support the show
What I am learning as a novice gardener is that if you want your plants and flowers to grow. You have to invest your time, your energy, and sometimes someone else's expertise to make sure they grow. It's a simple plan that you can follow when you're Investing In Your Growth.Support the show
Life has knocked us around, knocked us down, and turned us on our sides. But I've made up my mind that although I have been shaken at times, I am determined not to be moved out of my place of peace, happiness, or my future. Shaken, Not Moved is how I want to handle life's hardships. Support the show
I am not saying that winning is always easy, but with a blank canvas it is possible! People are winning with a blank canvas every day, and one of those people can and should be you. The beauty about winning is that you can win at multiple things simultaneously or at different times in your life! It's up to you. Support the show
What does it mean if someone tells you "A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush?" How would you respond to that? Is it good advice or not? Is it helpful or does it keep you in a place you don't want to be in? In this episode of If they say that, then you say this, let's talk about it. Support the show
One of the most important steps to success is seeing yourself successful. So, in this episode, I talk about how important it is to See Beyond Where You Are using biblical scriptures. These scriptures are inspirational but also emphasizes the importance of seeing. Can You See yourself successful? I hope so because it starts with the eyes.Support the show
It's not the dash in between of our birth date and death that matters. What matters is do you or are you enjoying your life? I want us to enjoy our lives to the point that when we die, we inspire others at our funerals to live a life full of adventure and enjoyment.Support the show
Work on You. It's hard, but the payoff is huge. Working on you requires you to focus on you, not others. It's easy to see the character flaws in others. Can you identify those same flaws or others one in you? Support the show
In this podcast I talk about me. What I do for a living, and the topics I want to discuss on this podcast. I also talk about the realizations that led me to choose my career path. With each realization I have tried to capitalize on what it has meant to me and how it has shaped my life. What about you? Have you capitalized or monetized what you have realized?
In this episode of If They Say That, Then you say this, I want to talk about how to reply to people who say "A Little Bit Won't Hurt. Those five words are armed and dangerous. For too long those words have caused people to give into temptations, eat things they were trying to avoid or go places they did not want to go. No longer! Now can you choose how you want to response to those words without feeling guilty.
Maybe you have messed up and that mess up has continued to follow you, has plagued you, has been a thorn in your side, has caused you shame, money, credibility, your family, and career. You can still build something out of the rubble, the ruins, the devastation, of it all! You can rebuild. There's nothing stopping you. Get that in your mind. See Beyond Where You Are. Then...start rebuilding!
This is just a brief example of how we can response to people who use old saying, clichés or catchy phrases to undermine what you are trying to do. Sometime in life someone may say to you "That's the way the cookie crumbles." It doesn't mean they don't support you or your endeavors. But when you hear those words from someone is secretly happen IT didn't work out for you, and they say, "That's the way the Cookie Crumbles" tell you maybe so, but I get buy more dough and make more cookies. Meaning this is not going to deter you! See Beyond their words and opinions to the place you desire to be.
Springtime always bringing back memories of my childhood. Every spring we had to do spring cleaning. We cleaned the entire house, put away our winter clothes, ironed the summer clothes, and donated the clothes that we could no longer wear. I remember being tired afterwards, but also happy because the house looked and smelled amazing. I think that's why building in the springtime appeals to me. So, this time instead of spring cleaning my home, I am going to work on me. I want to work on those things that I have left unattended during the winter months. I am going to build new relationships, I am going to build a safe-haven, and I am building myself up. I am Building...I can't wait to see where my building project takes me!Support the show
In this final past of the series of Shop Your List, we discuss the traits that we need to shop for that will help us with patience. Having a great attitude is important, but I think having patience is equally as important. Think back to your own experiences. How did you handle situations that were stressful or difficult? Did you deal with the situation with a level head? Or did you become agitated and impatient. Did you blow up at other people? If yes, I think you need to add patience to your list and shop for the traits that will help you have patience. Support the show
I think self-improvement should be as easy as making a grocery shopping list. Make a list of the attributes we need that will help us improve and then shop the Bible for those traits. Even if you don't read or know the Bible very well, self-improvement is still attainable. Sho p your list for places to get the traits, training, and other attributes that you need. It's about being better! Support the show
I think it should be as easy as shopping for groceries when we are trying to better our traits. We should be able to look within ourselves, make a list of the traits we need and shop the list we create. But where can we shop for traits? The Bible of course.From studying the Bible, I feel like it's the place to start. If we need to speak kind words to others, shop the bible for Proverbs 16:24. If we need to be humble, shop James 4:10. I encourage you to make a list and shop away! It's totally free...Support the show
This podcast is for the people that did not have easy childhood. As Morgan Freeman in the movie Shawshank Redemption said while reflecting on Andy Dufresne's prison escape, "He went through a river of mess and came out clean on the other side."And now that we are clean (not dealing with messy people or situations) and are on the other side, let's live our lives to our fullest potential!
I realized that most modern-day superhero's use technology and the capabilities to defend the world or defeat their enemies. However, you can use the technology at your disposal and your capability to Rebuild Your Life. You have the opportunity to make it better, faster and stronger than before using your cell phone and your capabilities.
Have you ever seen a baby that is just starting to walk? You can see that they are unsure of themselves and their ability to walk. But it's with the encouragement of Mom and Dad that that baby takes their first steps.Taking the first steps towards your goals, you may need the encouragement of others. These are the people that will tell you, you can do it. So, go ahead...take the first step.Support the show
You don't have to be an Olympic Medalist to make your dream and goals come true. However, you can let the legacies and influences of people Florence Griffith Joyner, Shelley-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Carl Lewis, and Usain Bolt inspire you to let your athletic abilities come out of you while pursing your dreams. Which One Do You Identify With? is your own personal choice. But just like them be victorious against the odds, obstacles, and people coming against you. They did it...and so can you!
The foundation for your dreams, goals, and desires is so important! The foundation will support everything else you build on it. It should be solid, but flexible enough to be adjusted, strong enough to support the weight of other dreams, and construction must be precise. Once people see that you have laid the foundation for your dreams, goals, desires for your future. Here they come offering to help. But let me warn you that every person that offers to help may not have the same vision you have or may want to make adjustments to the foundation of your vision. Once that happens, it is no longer your vision, but theirs.
What should you be doing this year to ensure that you reach your goals? I know. Writing the vision/goal, reading your goals and running purposely with them to accomplish your goals, visions, dreams, or ideas. Writing your vision or goals is the planning.Reading your vision or goals keeps you on track.Running with your vision or goals is doing the work to reach them.Support the show
Remember those lost and found boxes stores and companies used to have. Why were the boxes always dusty and located in an isolated place of the building? Being lost is just like being in that lost and found box, but the difference is you have the ability to get yourself out of that dusty isolated box. I want to inspire you to find that faith you use to have in yourself so that you can See BeYOND your situation and see your destiny.Support the show
I know that Christmas time is supposed to be a joyous occasion. But if you or someone you know is struggling with loneliness, isolation, depression, anxiety or suicidal thoughts this holiday season, I encourage you to call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 (TALK). If you are a veteran or the spouse of a veteran, call that same number and press 1. You do not have to grieve in isolation if you have lost loved ones this holiday or any season. Support the show
I know it looks bad and that you are being pummeled by hits of problems, issues, and bad news. I want to tell you, it's okay. I am not minimizing your struggle, but I do have a few suggestions that I think can help you and, it's in the game of Hide and Seek!
It's your life, you have the liberty (freedom) to pursue those things that makes you happy, gives the financial prosperity you want and the peace to enjoy it.
Where does following the negative crowd lead to? Negativity! Sometimes to See Beyond your current situation, you have to leave the people who laugh and talk about everyone behind!