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Send us a textIn this final episode of our Spring Into Simplicity series, we're reflecting on the progress made this month and discussing how to keep your home feeling fresh, light, and clutter-free as we transition into a new season. Spring cleaning isn't just about clearing the mess—it's about creating systems that last so you don't have to start over next year! What You'll Learn in This Episode:  How to keep the momentum going with simple daily and weekly habits   The best way to transition from spring cleaning into effortless home maintenance   Surprising stat: 72% of people say their mood improves after decluttering, but only 30% maintain those habits year-round! (Psychology Today, 2024)   Inspiration: “Clutter is not just physical stuff. It's old ideas, toxic relationships, and bad habits. Clutter is anything that does not support your better self.” – Eleanor Brown Spring Cleaning Checklist & Bonus Resources:  Spring Cleaning Checklist: Download your step-by-step spring refresh guide to keep your home light and organized year-round!  : Get HereBook Recommendation: The Minimalist Home by Joshua Becker – A practical guide to simplifying your space, reducing excess, and making your home work for you.  This Week's Challenge: Choose one spring cleaning habit to carry into the next season! Whether it's a weekly reset, seasonal decluttering, or a mindful shopping habit, commit to making it a part of your lifestyle.  Next Month: The "Simplify Your Days" Series Begins! In May, we're diving into time management, stress-free routines, and making daily life easier. Stay tuned! Loved this episode? Leave a review Connect with Diana:Business email: Diana@dsdeclutrr.comOur Instagram: @dsdeclutrrOur Facebook: @dsdeclutrrOur Websites: dsdeclutrr.com

In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, host Chuck Thuss welcomes Jennifer Kenny Smith, a powerhouse in executive sales leadership turned transformational life coach. Jennifer's story is one of burnout, survival, and ultimately, surrender—learning to let go and let God guide her toward true healing. For years, Jennifer thrived in her corporate career, but behind the success was a woman struggling with trauma, toxic relationships, addiction, and self-doubt. In this deeply personal and inspiring conversation, she opens up about the cycles of self-abandonment she endured, how she found the strength to leave an unhealthy marriage, and the unexpected journey that led her to radical transformation through faith, yoga, and self-love. Jennifer's story is raw, real, and a testament to the power of surrender. If you've ever felt stuck, questioned your worth, or wondered how to finally break free from the past, this episode is for you. The Road to Rock Bottom—and the Climb Back Up Jennifer's journey began with years of striving for external validation—the perfect career, a stable income, and an image of success. But inside, she was crumbling. From an emotionally and physically abusive marriage to seeking escape in work, alcohol, and relationships, she was doing everything possible to numb the pain. Then came the moment that changed everything. After a volatile final confrontation in her marriage, Jennifer made the terrifying decision to leave. She knew she deserved better—but breaking free wasn't the end of the battle; it was just the beginning. Panic attacks. Anxiety. A relentless search for purpose. Jennifer found herself completely lost until she discovered yoga—not as a fitness routine, but as a spiritual awakening. One moment on the mat, a deep sobbing release, and a sudden realization—healing starts from within. Lessons in Surrender and Faith Jennifer shares the powerful lessons she learned on her journey to healing: Surrender is not weakness; it's the strongest choice you can make. Pain doesn't mean you're broken—it means you're growing. Control is an illusion—peace comes from letting go and trusting God. True transformation happens when you stop running from yourself. You are worthy of love, and it starts with how you love yourself. Through her work as a transformational coach, yoga instructor, and speaker, Jennifer now helps others reclaim their power, heal past wounds, and step into the life they were meant to live. Finding Strength in Your Story Jennifer and Chuck discuss the importance of facing our pain head-on, embracing faith in moments of darkness, and realizing that we don't have to do it alone. Whether you're battling past trauma, struggling with self-worth, or feeling like you're just surviving instead of thriving, this episode will remind you that: There is hope. There is healing. You are never alone. Listen now for a deeply moving conversation on letting go, embracing faith, and stepping into the love and light you were made for. GUEST LINKS: https://www.jksyoga.com/about-us LINKS: www.thecompassionateconnection.com www.warriorsunmasked.com  Join Chuck's Text Community: 251-418-7966 Episode Minute By Minute: 00:00 – Welcome to another inspiring episode of Warriors Unmasked 02:19 – Jennifer's journey from executive sales leader to transformation coach 03:34 – The toxic marriage that nearly destroyed her self-worth 05:14 – The terrifying moment that pushed her to finally leave 07:29 – The struggle with identity, addiction, and seeking validation 12:42 – The breaking point: Panic attacks, anxiety, and a loss of control 14:00 – Discovering yoga and the moment everything shifted 18:20 – Healing through surrender and faith in God 25:00 – How control kept her trapped—and how letting go set her free 30:10 – Learning to choose love over suffering 35:42 – The power of self-love and how Jennifer transformed her life 42:14 – Jennifer's mission today: Helping others step into healing 47:48 – Final words of encouragement for anyone feeling stuck 50:35 – Chuck's Challenge: Choose love, surrender, and step into your power

24. A powerful exercise to choose a single word that embodies how you want to live, feel, and show up in 2025. What's your Word of the Year for 2025? In episode 24, we continue the Be Your Best Self in 2025 Challenge with Day 2: Choose Your Word of the Year. This simple yet transformative practice will help you set the tone and mindset to guide your year ahead.Before you listen:

I learned years ago that more than anything I needed more stillness, space, and to slow down. There are many ways to add stillness into your life. One choice at a time. We need this more than anything if we really want to be closer in our relationship with God. Takeaway: It is more than ok to slow down, say no, and choose to pause and be still. Challenge: Choose one way that you can be more still this week. Resources: Daily Intentions Journal Daily Surrender Journal Daily Motivation Plan

Show NotesMercy Definition:Mercy is the compassionate treatment of those in distress, especially when it is within one's power to punish or harm them. The word “mercy” derives from the medieval Latin merced or merces, which means "price paid."Luke 6:32-36 NIVWhen you include your enemies, showing mercy becomes a whole lot harder.Q1: Have you ever struggled with wanting someone who hurt you to suffer or fail?Our feelings are real, but Jesus asks us to move past our feelings to show mercy.Q2: What does it look like to be Mercy-full? (Filled with mercy) Do you know someone who is good at showing mercy?God shows mercy to us...1. God sees you for your potential and gives you a hand upPsalm 25:6-7 NLT2. Mercy has been shown to youEphesians 2:4-5 NLT3. Mercy is freely available to you at all timesHebrews 4:16 NIVQ3: How does God's mercy motivate you to offer mercy to others?Jesus says mercy looks like “loving your enemies”Luke 6:36 NIVJesus is asking us to do for others what God has already done, and continues to do, for us.Challenge:Choose to let someone off the hook who has done you wrong, or show kindness and mercy toward someone you think deserves what they are dealing with.Thank you for listening to the One Loud Voice podcast. If you are interested in joining or starting a group study, please visit our website, oneloudvoice.org for more information.If you like this content, we encourage you to also follow us on Facebook or Instagram

Show NotesMark 11:25-26 NLTJesus encourages us to work out our un-forgiveness with Him, in prayer.2 situations where forgiveness is something we have to deal with:VictimRelationalLet's talk about the root cause - or WHY we find ourselves hurt, broken, angry, etc.: Unmet expectationsQ1: What are some situations where unmet expectations have: hurt you, made you angry, changed your life?Exodus 32:1-4 NLTVs 2 - where did they get the earrings from?Vs 4 - who delivered them and destroyed Pharaoh's army?Exodus 32:7-9 NLTQ2: Was God justified in His anger?So how did God deal with His unmet expectations?Exodus 32:13-14 NLTQ3: Why do you think God changed His mind after Moses reminded God of His promise?Psalm 27:10-11 NLT3 Ways to deal with our unmet expectations:1. Build your relationship with God, develop your trust in Him, knowing that He alone will be faithful to you, even if no one else is.2. Desire to do the things He tells you do, even if they are hard, because they lead to life.3. Recognize your own humanity - how many times have you failed someone's expectations? It will help you to extend forgiveness to others.Q4: What are some ways to prevent unmet expectations?Challenge:Choose to forgive someone for something they have done or neglected. Send them a letter/email/text if appropriate.Thank you for listening to the One Loud Voice podcast. If you are interested in joining or starting a group study, please visit our website, oneloudvoice.org for more information.If you like this content, we encourage you to also follow us on Facebook or Instagram

We are all waiting for something, whether we are in a really hard season, or have something uncertain going on in our lives. How are you responding in the waiting? Are you filled with worry, or are you choosing to trust God and get closer to God during this hard, uncertain season? I want you to think about it. Are you showing up for what matters? These are important thoughts in order for us to get through this hard season and become better through it. What happens during the waiting is possibly more important than what we are waiting for. Challenge: Choose to show up for what matters in the waiting this week. Resource: The Hard Good, by Lisa Whittle Quote: I said in the podcast that Toby Mac said this, but he actually posted it, which is where I saw it. What God does in us as we wait is often much more important than what we are waiting for. Rich Villodas

HAPPY NEW YEAR!Instead of setting lofty New Year resolutions or goals, why not try to be 1% better than you are right now? If you commit to being 1% better each day, by the end of this year, you will be 37x better than you are right now. CHALLENGE:Choose 1 area and set a 1% better goal. Ready to finally have the hard conversation that could change everything? https://erinwoodruffcoaching.com/toolbox Are you married to an introvert? Find out right now with this FREE quiz!https://erinwoodruffcoaching.com/quiz-are-you-married-to-an-introvertTake the FREE quiz right now to see where you fall on the introvert/extrovert spectrum.https://erinwoodruffcoaching.com/quiz-introvert-extrovert-spectrumResources:Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad OnesBy James Clear"One Percent Better" By Michael A Dunn, https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/54dunn?lang=engMusic: https://pixabay.com/music/id-112179/

HAPPY NEW YEAR!Instead of setting lofty New Year resolutions or goals, why not try to be 1% better than you are right now? If you commit to being 1% better each day, by the end of this year, you will be 37x better than you are right now. CHALLENGE:Choose 1 area and set a 1% better goal. Ready to finally have the hard conversation that could change everything? https://erinwoodruffcoaching.com/toolbox Are you married to an introvert? Find out right now with this FREE quiz!https://erinwoodruffcoaching.com/quiz-are-you-married-to-an-introvertTake the FREE quiz right now to see where you fall on the introvert/extrovert spectrum.https://erinwoodruffcoaching.com/quiz-introvert-extrovert-spectrumResources:Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad OnesBy James Clear"One Percent Better" By Michael A Dunn, https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/54dunn?lang=engMusic: https://pixabay.com/music/id-112179/

HAPPY NEW YEAR!Instead of setting lofty New Year resolutions or goals, why not try to be 1% better than you are right now? If you commit to being 1% better each day, by the end of this year, you will be 37x better than you are right now. CHALLENGE:Choose 1 area and set a 1% better goal. Ready to finally have the hard conversation that could change everything? https://erinwoodruffcoaching.com/toolbox Are you married to an introvert? Find out right now with this FREE quiz!https://erinwoodruffcoaching.com/quiz-are-you-married-to-an-introvertTake the FREE quiz right now to see where you fall on the introvert/extrovert spectrum.https://erinwoodruffcoaching.com/quiz-introvert-extrovert-spectrumResources:Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad OnesBy James Clear"One Percent Better" By Michael A Dunn, https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/54dunn?lang=engMusic: https://pixabay.com/music/id-112179/

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Brene Brown: "Choose discomfort over resentment". Choose to say no and feel uncomfortable rather than saying yes and being resentful the whole time. In this episode, I share ways to choose discomfort over resentment and what to do if you're already feeling resentment. Challenge:Choose discomfort over resentment. Say no when you really don't want to say yes. Ready to finally have the hard conversation that could change everything? https://erinwoodruffcoaching.com/toolbox Are you married to an introvert? Find out right now with this FREE quiz!https://erinwoodruffcoaching.com/quiz-are-you-married-to-an-introvertTake the FREE quiz right now to see where you fall on the introvert/extrovert spectrum.https://erinwoodruffcoaching.com/quiz-introvert-extrovert-spectrumMusic: https://pixabay.com/music/id-112179/

Brene Brown: "Choose discomfort over resentment". Choose to say no and feel uncomfortable rather than saying yes and being resentful the whole time. In this episode, I share ways to choose discomfort over resentment and what to do if you're already feeling resentment. Challenge:Choose discomfort over resentment. Say no when you really don't want to say yes. Ready to finally have the hard conversation that could change everything? https://erinwoodruffcoaching.com/toolbox Are you married to an introvert? Find out right now with this FREE quiz!https://erinwoodruffcoaching.com/quiz-are-you-married-to-an-introvertTake the FREE quiz right now to see where you fall on the introvert/extrovert spectrum.https://erinwoodruffcoaching.com/quiz-introvert-extrovert-spectrumMusic: https://pixabay.com/music/id-112179/

At the time of recording (September 2023) - we are in a season of transition.  Summer is ending...fall is beginning.  Pumpkin spice is everywhere.  School is starting and sweaters are returning (at least where I am!).  This time of year seems to be when we 'get back on track'.   That means it's a perfect time to refresh your goals!  In this episode - I'm challenging you to committing to something you can do every day for a period of time (30 days?) that is in service of your goal.   You in?  Take a listen! Feel free to download my free, very simple, tracker using the link below. Enjoy! Links + Ways to Connect: Choose One Thing Tracker [Download] Show Notes: www.angie-robinson.com/podcast/episode86  Schedule a free Discovery Call:  www.angie-robinson.com/connect  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angierobinsoncoaching/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/angierobinsoncoaching  Episode 46:  One Word Can Create Results Choose One Thing Tracker [Download]

#103 Stinkin Thinkin and MetacognitionYou have the ability to think about your own thinking. And you should! Because the way you are thinking affects your relationships with others, with yourself, and with the world around you. This summer I became a certified positivity practitioner with Dr. Paul Jenkins, and one of the things he talks about is stinkin thinkin and how those stinkin thoughts are creating problems for us in our lives and relationships. You do have the ability to affect your own thinking, and in this episode, I'll give you one very effective tool to help you with your own stinkin thinkin. Take Aways:1.       Change your focus and tell yourself a different story.  2.       Be very careful about what you allow your brain to focus on. Choose to focus on thoughts that create good fruits and results in your life. Challenge:Choose one thought in your brain and challenge it for a day. Look on purpose for evidence that something else could be true and see how your brain begins to see things you didn't see before. Join me for a special Masterclass: How to Positively Influence the People You LoveI'll teach you the 5 things you need to know if you feel like you've lost all ability to influence family members to make positive changes in their lives. Find out where your power is in the relationship. CLICK HERE to register for the masterclass.If you know you're ready (or at least want to find out more information) about how to change your stinkin thinkin and create more hope in your life and bring more hope to those around you, I invite you to join me for the Hopeless 2 Hope-full group program beginning the week of September 17, 2023. If you're feeling afraid, hopeless, and telling yourself you've failed, this program is for you. I'll teach you what you need to know to start feeling hope-full again. I'll show you where you can affect change and you can have a positive impact on your family, no matter what is happening. CLICK HERE to apply for the Hopeless 2 Hope-full program. Are you the parent of a young adult? Were you surprised when you got to this stage of life that it's harder to be the parent of a young adult than the parent of a teenager? I sure was. Here's the thing – you can't parent your young adult the same way your parents did. If you try to do that, you could do some real damage to your relationship with them. If this is you, I have a free training for you: “10 Important Tips to Improve Your Relationship with Your Young Adult.” Click here to download your free copyYou'll be surprised at some of these tips, and you'll feel like you finally have a road map to navigate this tricky time in your life and your child's life. Tina Gosney is a certified life and relationship coach. She is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and helps with families who are experiencing relationship challenges because of LGBTQ, faith challenges, and other issues facing LDS families today. She is a positivity practitioner and is a trauma informed coach. Visit tinagosney.com for more information

David pours out his heart during times he's on the run, both from his son and previously King Saul. Challenge: Choose a verse from Ps. 62 to memorize and meditate on today. Order Eden to Eternity and find all of your Bible study needs here. Join our Healthy Christian Women Facebook Group here.

Throughout one's lifespan we are given choices. The choices we make or take at times are not pure, its filled with bad intent based on irrational thinking, brutality to harbor or inflict. Bearing in mind avoid making a choice is a choice. When I was going through a very stressful and strenuous relationship, I thought of everyone else except me. I didn't practice the 'Active Agent' in me, instead I chose the opposite. The 'Active Agent' is someone who is in charge of their behaviour, in fact you find yourself on the dark side when caught up in a highly violent attack. You loose yourself your behaviour and you not a response-able person when caught up in violence and thats a fact. I've learned not to be a passive victim of life's difficulties no matter how hard, it didn't come easy but easier with time. So right now, you have various options. You can choose to tune in, share or let this slip by or you can Choose to be proactive and Choose to take action.

Jennifer Coleman, MSN, RNC is a labor & delivery postpartum NICU nurse, college professor and Certified Health Coach. Jen and I discuss her past struggles battling self image and her self-described "unhealthy relationship with food." Jen discusses how she turned her life around, her mission to live a healthy life and how she is helping hundreds of other people do the same.Connect with Jennifer Coleman, MSN, RNC, & Certified Health Coach:Facebook: Jennifer Coleman, MSN, RNC Email: jencoleman27@yahoo.com"Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone

Challenge: Choose one work to describe your experience with the challenge and write down three things that you are grateful for. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/angela-draper/support

JT Garwood is the CEO and cofounder of bttn – a healthcare product distribution platform.    Bttn has modernized the healthcare distribution  system, to provide doctors easy, reliable access to high-quality, brand-name medical supplies.   JT has scaled the company quickly due to their ability to save medical offices lots of money. In this episode, Aaron and JT talk about how bttn raised $20million from Tiger Global, their edge as a distributor, and the benefits of hiring his dad to be his company's COO.   They also talk about the essential role that sales has played in scaling their two-sided marketplace. JT Garwood's Challenge: Choose positivity today.   Connect with JT Garwood Linkedin Twitter Website   If you liked this interview, check out episode $35 to Visit a Doctor When You Have No Insurance w/ Dr. Timothy Wong (iHealth Clinic) Underwritten by Piper Creative Piper Creative makes creating podcasts, vlogs, and videos easy.    How? Click here and Learn more.   We work with Fortune 500s, medium-sized companies, and entrepreneurs.   Follow Piper as we grow YouTube Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Overcast | Spotify

I had the opportunity to do a live podcast recording with my friend and fellow health coach, Michael Todd. We talked a bit about his own health journey along with the idea of progress over perfection, giving yourself grace and also learning how to use Stop. Challenge. Choose in your daily life.You can follow Michael on social media using the links below:Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/Michael.Todd.HappyHippyHealthCoachesInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/michael.loveslife/

Healthy Together Time! June 29, 2022 Jen O. teaches an awesome lifelong strategy in making daily decisions.

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Today we look at the last KeyStone habit in the BEING Challenge Series, Choose Church. The Church is more than a building, it's a people. Website : glc.gracepocatello.org Stay Connected to us: facebook.com/glcpocatello Online offering can be done through our secure platform: https://glc.gracepocatello.org/give-online/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/PocatelloGrace

Show Your Children What Life Is All AboutWhat's the difference between being a shepherd, and being a good shepherd? And how does Jesus "level up" our parenting game? This week we throwback to an old segment, with a Scripture du Jour, drawing insight from Jesus' words in John 10. We talk about the challenge of shepherding different kids without juggling or splitting our focus, and the difficulty of adapting to new challenges as our kids — and the world — keep changing! The conversation starts with some tough questions — like "are you comfortable telling your kids to walk like you?" — and never gets easier. But we hope that you're blessed by the journey as we try to tackle them head on! Check out the study guide for this conversation (session 6 of Training Wheels) and watch for the complete booklet this Spring.The Big Idea: Your life speaks volumes to those following behind you.This Week's Challenge: Choose an activity to do with your child that Christ did with his disciples.Show NotesTraining Wheels Study Guide - Session 6 (Color PDF)Training Wheels Study Guide - Session 6 (B&W PDF)"Jesus' Twelve Kids" (DAILY DOWNLOAD)Like the Teacher: John 1:35-51 (VERSE)Scripture du Jour: John 10:7-18 (VERSE)"The Mouth of Babes" (DAILY DOWNLOAD)Training Wheels Guided Study (WEBSITE)Support the Show

"When you're filled by the power of the Holy Spirit and partner that with your authority, that combination is what warriors are made of."In this episode, Shannon is breaking down her process of "stop, challenge, choose" and how she implements it in her own life and coaches others to do the same.  Check out 10:30 to hear Shannon's best daily advise that has worked for her.Visit Shannon's links to hear all BreakFree Stories Episodes, Join Newsletter, or Schedule a time to talk: https://linktr.ee/Shannonsyourcoach

Healthy Together Time - Mind & Body, 12/8/21 Tiare explains how to use the concept of Stop, Challenge & Choose to stay on track during the holidays.

Pastor Van Blarcom delivers the message in the Auditorium.

Pastor Elliot delivers the message in the Sanctuary.

Pastor Elliot delivers the message in the Sanctuary.

Pastor Elliot delivers the message in the Sanctuary.

Pastor Van Blarcom delivers the message in the Auditorium.

Pastor Van Blarcom delivers the message in the Auditorium.

It is a good habit to keep your "thankful antenna" up. Who are you thankful for? What are you grateful for? Chris Tomlin's song "Thank You Lord" reminds us to be thankful for the simple things and the special people in our lives. Many of Paul's letters begin with a heart of gratitude for his readers. Let's explore them together. In this episode, I discuss: Taking a B.I.T.E. out of Scripture - this week's Bible Interaction Tool Exercises include: Explore a topic Mark up the text Start with God Make a list Complete a word study Compare and contrast The 30 Day Music Challenge New Testament letters that have a "thankful" introduction Romans 1:8-15 1 Corinthians 1:4-9 Philippians 1:3-11 Colossians 1:3-14 1 Thessalonians 1:2-10 2 Thessalonians 1:3-4 2 Timothy 1:3-18 Philemon verses 4-7 An example of my highlights, lists, and notes - PDF Example Starting with God Recognizing that Paul's concerns should be ours as well Making a list of God's attributes, what Paul is thankful for, and Paul's concerns Completing a word study on "obligation" from Romans 1:14 - BibleHub.com How Paul's concerns become his prayers for the people he's thankful for Additional Resources Lyrics and chords - WorshipTogether.com The story behind writing the song "Thank You Lord" - EverythingNash.com Article ESV Illuminated Scripture Journal: New Testament- Amazon Link This Week's Challenge Choose one, or all, of the letters from Paul to meditate on who and what he was thankful for. Start with God as your habit for engaging Scripture. Identify what Paul was grateful for. Look closely at his prayers and concerns. If you engage in several letters, use the Bible Interaction Tool Exercise (BITE) of "compare and contrast" to see if you can see themes or identify specifics for that audience.

Our daily actions have power. With every dollar we spend and every product we buy, we're shaping the world around us. So how can we make the best choices available to us? That's the question Natalie Isaacs of 1 Million Women wants to help you answer. 1 Million Women is a community of women and girls around the world who are committed to protecting and preserving our Earth in every way possible. Join us for our conversation with Natalie to learn more about the daily habits you can rethink to build sustainability into every aspect of your life, and hear from Natalie about what our world could become if we all embraced an Earth-centered lifestyle.SUPPORT 1 Million Women: Join the community at www.1millionwomen.com.au, share, and follow on Instagram @1millionwomen.CHALLENGE: Choose one daily habit and commit to making change in that area. Tackle food waste, energy consumption, single-use plastic, overconsumption, or sustainable eating as a start.TAKEAWAYS: 1: The time for a sustainability-focused lifestyle revolution is now. 2: None of us are perfect, and that's okay. 3: You have power to shape the world every day.Visit www.wecanremaketheworld.com for more info and resources.

A few years ago, Joni Eareckson Tada wrote an article called “Reflectons on the 50th Anniversary of My Diving Accident.” Just shy of her 18th birthday, Joni Eareckson Tada dove into the Chesapeake Bay. The water was shallower than she realized and she hit her head, fracturing her spine. She has been paralyzed from the shoulders down ever since. This young woman with a bright future was now faced with a lifetime of apparent limitation and suffering. What would you expect her life to be like? How would you expect her to view her circumstances?50 years later, here is what she wrote, ““...affliction isn't a killjoy; I don't think you could find a happier follower of Jesus than me. The more my paralysis helps me get disentangled from sin, the more joy bubbles up from within. I can't tell you how many nights I have lain in bed, unable to move, stiff with pain, and have whispered near tears, ‘Oh, Jesus, I'm so happy. So very happy in you!' God shares his joy on his terms only, and those terms call for us to suffer, in some measure, like his Son. I'll gladly take it.”Her experience reminds me of something the Apostle Paul said in Philippians 1:2-4 – “Now I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel.  As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ.  Because of my chains, most of the brothers in the Lord have been encouraged to speak the word of God more courageously and fearlessly.”In Philippians 1 Paul informs us that we can experience joy, even though we may be going through difficult times.  Usually we don't think of the words joy and difficulty going together.  We think of joy as an experience or a feeling we have when our circumstances are pleasant.  Joy accompanies good times, not difficult times.But part of our problem is that we have a narrow view of joy.  Joy is something deeper than anything we have conceived with our minds.  Joy comes from the Lord.  It is a blessing that comes with having Christ in our lives.  Joy is independent of circumstances.Let's talk about Paul for a moment:•He is in jail in Philippi.  He was in prison for preaching the good news about Jesus.  Imagine how most of us would feel.  What thoughts and emotions would you be fighting?•His freedom has been taken away.  •He is unable to do what he loves to do•His future (and his  life) is uncertainI don't want you to miss something here:  Paul is a bold example that things to do always go well in the lives of Christians.  Times can be difficult.  Circumstances are sometimes bad.  Difficult times come to those who are living faithfully for God.  Paul rejoices because:The palace guards are hearing the gospelChained to a guard…if replaced every four hours…he had a 6 different guards….captive audience.Others are speaking God's word with more courage and boldness.  What Paul is really saying to us is that he is now realizing that because of his present circumstances (chains) God is actually giving him greater influence and greater opportunities.  The gospel is advancing more because of his chains than if he had been free.I believe that Paul would say to us that no matter what you are facing today, you can choose to live in the joy of the Lord. You may not understand your circumstances, but you can trust that God is up to something.Today's Challenge: Choose joy in the midst of your adversity. Look for the hand of God at work in your life. Decide to be grateful anyway and let the joy of the Lord be your strength.

One of the most striking pictures in the New Testament is found in John chapter 13. The setting is an upper room. Jesus has gathered with his disciples to eat the Passover meal. We know this particular event as the last supper.In verse four Jesus does something truly amazing. The Bible says, “he got up from the meal, took off his outer clothing, and wrapped a towel around his waist. After that, he poured water into a basin and began to wash his disciples' feet, drying them with the towel that was wrapped around him.  He came to Simon Peter, who said to him, “Lord, are you going to wash my feet?” Jesus replied, “You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand.”  “No,” said Peter, “you shall never wash my feet.”  Jesus answered, “Unless I wash you, you have no part with me.”  “Then, Lord,” Simon Peter replied, “not just my feet but my hands and my head as well!”Living in a dry, arid culture with your main means of transportation as walking, you feet would get quite dirty. It was customary when you when you came into the house that the host would provide you with water and a towel so you could wash your feet. If the home owner was a person of means and had household help, the servants would wash your feet for you.Jesus shatters their expectations, when he gets up from the table and with water and a towel begins to wash his disciples feet. Their immediate reaction was “no…Jesus can't wash our feet. He is our rabbi and our master.” Why would he stoop so low as to wash our feet. That's a servant's job.As one of Jesus' final acts before being betrayed and crucified, he gave his disciples an object lesson. This is what the kingdom of God is all about. It's about serving others with the love of Christ. Ministry is not about titles, positions, and business cards. The ministry God is calling all of us to is about a towel and a water basin. It's about humbling ourselves to serve one another. Jesus said in Mark 10:45 - “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”Did you know that the word “servant” in one form or another is used over 1,000 times in the Bible? That means it's a very big deal to God and should be to us as well. In Numbers 12:7, God refers to Moses with these words: “My servant Moses; he is faithful in all my house.” Abraham, David and Job are called “my servant” by God. When Paul, James, Peter and Jude introduced themselves in their letters, the first thing they did was to identify themselves as servants. A servant is a person who meets the needs of others. A servant is an individual who puts themselves under submission to another. A servant is different from a slave in that a servant's loyalty to one's master is voluntary, but a slave's is not. Every slave is a servant, but not every servant is a slave.In Christianity, we are called first to submit to God, then to one another.In the beginning of our day we should not only seek to set our minds on the Lord with scripture reading and prayer, we should also present ourselves to the Lord for His service. A simple prayer would be, “Lord, show me how I can serve You today.”So, what are the characteristics of a servant's heart. Here are a few things that come to mind:sensitivity to the holy Spirit…you hear his voice and you see a needEager to helpYou don't need recognitionWilling to go the extra mileServing gives you joyYou do it for the glory and honor of JesusToday's Challenge: Choose to be a servant by surrendering to Jesus. The first place to start is by making sure that you have surrendered to the Savior by being saved. After you surrender, you will want to serve Him, not because you have to, but because you get to.

In the book, Man's Search for Meaning, Holocaust survivor, Viktor Frankl wrote about his experiences in a Nazi concentration camp. “Everything was taken away from Jewish prisoners. They were stripped of their clothing, their pictures, and their personal belongings. The Nazi captors even took away their names and gave them numbers. Frankl was number 119,104. But Frankle said there was one thing the Nazis couldn't take away.” He wrote, “Everything can be taken away from a man but one thing: the last of human freedoms - to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances.”We can't imagine the suffering and horror Viktor Frankl and the millions of others suffered in these camps. I have deep respect for Franks's ability to control his heart, mind, emotions, and attitude, even in the worst possible circumstances.This question arises today: How do you and I respond to our circumstances? This year, in one way or another, we have all experienced set backs due to covid-19 and the restrictions placed upon us. How are we responding spiritually, emotionally, and in our relationships? How are you doing with your attitude? Life and it's challenges come at all us. We experience grief, heartache, illness, financial setbacks, broken relationship, worry, stress, and discouragement. How are you responding?Like Frankl said, “Regardless the circumstances, we get to choose our attitude. We get to choose how we respond.”I think of another man who was in prison. He was called by God to preach the gospel. As a result, he and his co-worker were stripped and severely beaten with rods. Then they were thrown into a terrible prison and their feet were put into stocks.I can't imagine the pain and suffering they experienced. How defeated they must have felt. Here they are obeying God and now they are bleeding and in prison. How did they respond? Well, they too, decided that they could control their reaction. They decided to worship God anyway.The story is found in Acts 16. Verse 25 says, “About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening to them.”They were complaining. They weren't angry at God. They weren't playing the victim card. The knew something we have to learn.Worship refocuses our hearts and minds on Jesus. Pastor Mark Batterson wrote, “Worship is forgetting about what is wrong with you and remembering what is right with God. It restores the joy of your salvation.”No, it's not easy. If it was everyone would do it. It's hard to worship God when nothing seems to be going right. Anyone can worship God when life is good, but isn't God still good when life isn't?Like all of our spiritual disciplines, worship must be intentional. It won't happen any other way. I believe the enemy of our soul knows what worship does and so he's determined to keep our focus away from God and on our problems.Here's a truth to hold onto today: Your present circumstances and your feelings do not change what is true about God.If you are on the mountain top, He is with you. If you are way down in the valley, He's there too. He will never leave you or forsake you.Let's rise about discouragement, defeat, and despair. Let's rise about worry, stress, fear, and anger. Let's determine to have an attitude of worship.Today's Challenge: Choose to worship God today. Regardless of how you feel emotionally, regardless of what you might be going through. As you worship, your focus changes. You'll be reminded of the goodness and faithfulness of our God. I believe you'll be encouraged.

Free Download: 25 recommended resources on spiritual growth and discipleship“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” (Romans 12:2)For the longest time, we have interpreted this verse as meaning that reading the Bible transforms the way we think. While this is true, new research shows that there is more to it than that.Author Mark Batterson explains it this way: the National Institute of Mental Health did a fascinating study asking subjects to perform a simple motor task—a finger-tapping exercise. As subjects tapped, the doctors conducted an MRI to identify what part of the brain was being activated. The subjects then practiced the finger-tapping exercise daily for four weeks. At the end of the four-week period, the brain scan was repeated. In each instance, it revealed that the area of the brain involved in the task had expanded. That simple task—finger-tapping exercise—literally created new neural pathways.When we meditate on Scripture, we are recruiting new neural pathways Our brains are rewired in alignment with the Word, and we develop the mind of Christ.In Joshua chapter one and Psalm chapter one God promises blessing and success for those who mediate on His Word.  The Scriptures teach meditation that actively engages the mind for the purpose of understanding God's Word and putting it into practice.We meditate on God's Word by memorizing it, by think about it, by reflecting on what it means, and asking God to help us apply it to our lives.In Psalm 1 David said, Blessed are those whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night.” How do we get to the place where God's Word becomes a delight to us?  We have to develop an appetite. “and who meditates on his law day and night.”  The blessed man reflects on the word of God. He does not just hear it and forget it, he thinks about it.  The goal is to fill your mind with the word of God. This can be done by carefully thinking about each word and phrase, and asking “how does this apply to me?” and praying it back to the Lord.“That person is like a tree planted by streams of water.” A tree by a river has a continual source of water. It will never wither away, because it is always getting what it needs.  This would also be a tree that is strong and stable, sinking down deep roots. The life of the blessed man is marked by strength and stability. “Who yields fruit in season” David is telling us that the blessed life is a life that bears fruit…it prospers…it has an impact on others.  “and whose leaf does not wither—whatever they do prospers.”  Brown, dead, withered leaves are signs of death and dryness. The blessed man does not have these signs of death and dryness; his “leaves” are green and alive.So how do we do this?  You might be thinking who has time to sit around and think about the Bible all day and all night?• Select a scripture passage.  What do I need to focus on?  What verses has God led me to?  What am I struggling with?• Memorize a key verse or two• Think about it throughout the day.  Break it down word for word.  Pray about it.  Ask, what is God saying to me?  How can I apply this to my life.• Share it with someone else.  Talk about it.  Have a discussion.Today's Challenge: Choose a verse that is appropriate for where you are in life right now. Memorize it. Let it be your verse for the week. Meditate on it. Think about it through the day. Start and end the day with your verse. Let God's Word transform your thinking and your life.

“Like a city whose walls are broken through is a person who lacks self-control.” (Proverbs 25:28)In Solomon's time, a city depended on strong fortifications and gates, with great walls surrounding it, to protected it from foreign armies. If the gates and walls were broken down, a city was totally exposed to the assault of any enemy that wished to plunder or conquer it. If a city did not invest sufficiently in these means of protection, it could easily be captured.Solomon said, a man without rule of his spirit is exposed and vulnerable like a defenseless city. His spirit yields to sin with very little temptation. He is helpless, hopeless, and at the mercy of his enemies.Galatians chapter 5 tells us that self-control is one of the fruit of the Spirit. It's one of the ongoing visible evidences that the spirit of God lives within us. Self-control is an inner strength. For the follower of Jesus, it is a God-given ability to choose what is right, to resist temptation, and to make choices in the moment that honor the Lord.Almost every failure to be Christ like can be traced to a lack of self-control, but, on the other hand, almost every success at being Christ like can be attributed to the power of self-control. So how can we exercise self-control?If the problem is our sinful desires, then we need a greater desire – a right desire – to rule our hearts.Self-control comes from a desire to love and honor and glorify God above any thing else – he is our highest love and greatest desire. A right heart and right desires come from a surrendered life to Christ.We need God's strength. We need the Spirit of God. Nothing less than the Spirit of God can give us the strength that we need to fight the battle – the spiritual battle – the lifelong conflict between flesh and Spirit. You cannot fight this fight on your own, in your own strength. You do not have the strength within yourself to do it; and so we need to be turning to God in acknowledgment of our own weakness, and in dependence upon him for his strengtheningWe need to fight. We need to be engaged in the battle. We need to remember that being dependent on the Holy Spirit does not exclude discipline. We need to take seriously our role in turning away from sin and resisting temptation.Today's Challenge: Choose to walk in the fruit of the Holy Spirit. Choose to exercise self-control. If there is an area of sin or weakness, stop right now and surrender it to the lordship of Jesus Christ. Ask God for strength to honor him in all you do.Discussion Questions:Why is consistent self-control such a struggle?How does the Holy Spirit enable us to exercise self-control?In which area of you life would you like to exercise more self-control?Visit the website: 5MinuteDiscipleship.comFollow on social:Facebook.com/5minutediscipleshipInstagram.com/5minutediscipleshipClick here to learn how you can start your own podcast.

It's day 2 of Your Next Step Challenge! Yesterday we kicked off the challenge with step 1 — 'Find Your Focus'. Now that you've taken that step to select one area of blended family life that you'd like to focus on…that area where you most need to grow and development — it's time to take the next step!Today's challenge is to 'Choose Your Path'! You'll identify your most effective learning style and then consider how you can make this season of development a priority.We know how crazy busy family life can be. It can feel overwhelming — and that's why we're making it simple for you to begin a new process of development and growth.So, to keep you moving forward, today's step well help you choose the best path — one that's realistic, inspiring and leads to something new in your blended family!Plus, we've got a free downloadable cheat sheet to help you take this step. Just CLICK HERE to get your copy.You'll Discover:Identifying your most effective learning styleThe importance of making space for what matters most Day 2 Challenge: Choose Your PathHelpful resources that offer valuable information, tips and guidanceResources from this Episode:Download your copy of the Choose Your Path cheat sheetEpisode 52: Overcoming Discouragement (Part 2)Want to schedule a Free Blended Family Coaching session? CLICK HERESubscribe & Review in Apple PodcastsAre you subscribed to our podcast yet? If not, we want to encourage you to subscribe today so you don't miss an episode. Click here to subscribe in Apple PodcastsNow if you’re feeling extra helpful, we would be so grateful if you left us a review over on Apple Podcasts too. Your review will help others find our podcast — plus they’re fun for us read too! :-) Just click here to Review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let us know what your favorite part of the podcast is. Thank you!Want to Support the Show?You can join our mission of safe-guarding marriages and supporting step-couples by connecting with our Patreon community. By everyone doing just a little, we can create big opportunities.Consider joining our community for as little as $4 per month and as a "thank you" — you'll have even more access directly to us! Click here to join our community today

Morning Musings with LaurynSeason 1, Episode 27.1"Beat Emotional Eating!Beating emotional eating habits is as easy as Stop - Challenge - Choose! With these three easy steps, you can face the challenges in life with a totally new outlook! STOP what you're doing and try to refocus and not react. Next, CHALLENGE those impulses you face and then complete the process by CHOOSING a response that will support your overall health goals. Optimal health is in your future!"

Episode 39 Show Notes Challenge: Favorite Song Endings Foggy: Rush- Limelight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZiRuj2_czzw The Who- Baba O’Riley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x2KRpRMSu4g JPP: Metallica - The Unforgiven: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ckom3gf57Yw Mr. Bungle - My Ass Is On Fire: https://youtu.be/18wHoMOBPh4 Nine Inch Nails - Hurt (Live): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhh21crSohs TBAGS: Somewhat Damaged - NIN: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WY0NEQd3_co Cryptorchid - Marilyn Manson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jj_vCNevsfY Underneath It All - NIN: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzXeJ762BBc Perfect Drug - NIN: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dn3j6-yQKWQ Metalhead Mundy: Pantera - Hollow: https://youtu.be/mDA2nauLnk0 KORN - Daddy: https://open.spotify.com/track/2yXGMzha9lltJRjzOCNiCn?si=aCKkxasgRqmSB-23jxAbuA Write-in by listener named Chip: Top 5 Rock Song Endings (including honorable mentions): 5. Weezer - Surf Wax America: https://youtu.be/52FgoqFPxKc 4. Queen - Bohemian Rhapsody: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJ9rUzIMcZQ 3. Beatles - A Day in the Life: https://youtu.be/usNsCeOV4GM 2. Radiohead - Exit Music: https://youtu.be/50rlHVe6g9Q Honorable Mentions: Over the Hills and Far Away - Zeppelin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ee33FsDANk0 Only in Dreams - Weezer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4spkVX8z-vs Monkey Wrench - Foo Fighters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7rCNiiNPxA Rock & Roll Suicide - Bowie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jg4ekLG9Zo And #1: Tool - 46&2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f8aT9oRp95A Next Week’s Challenge: Choose a male dominated band and replace the lead singer with a female. Currently Listening/Watching: MetalHead: KXM - Circle of Dolls: https://open.spotify.com/album/3O9J6LRxxGsQx9yJ2DrqnO?si=C4V2JnIZS6q5krwPVmkwFw The HU - The Gereg: https://open.spotify.com/album/6YIA45KnCATXRzPFOeA9S8?si=vZF5D6vZTgiSZ8_OlbcEPA Extras: Foggy: Word Balloon with John Siuntres: Comic Book Historian Jennifer DeRoss on Gardner Fox Intro and Outro Music by justplainpaul ©2019 JPP Creative Media Facebook: Wanderings and Woolgathering Instagram: @wanderingsandwoolgathering Twitter: @jppatwanderings

This episode is being published around the time that most of our younger Big Dreamers are back to school after summer vacation.   To start the school year off right, Eva thought it would be fun to do a Back To School challenge. Typically, in the first month of school, students tend to gravitate towards the groups of classmates that they will spend the majority of their time with throughout the school year.   Eva challenges all of the students listening to choose friends with positive attitudes about school and life in general. She also explains WHY choosing to surround yourself with positive people will have an impact on how you perceive the world, and the scientific evidence to back it up!   By the same token, she highlights the dangers of surrounding yourself with negative peers. This is such an important lesson to teach our kids at a young age, and a good reminder for the adult Big Dreamers listening as well.

Hosted by Leslie Begin, recorded 6.12.19. **The following audio may contain the personal testimonies of some OPTAVIA Coaches or Clients of OPTAVIA®. The results relayed in these messages are based on the unique experiences of the participants and we cannot guarantee like or similar outcomes. While you may be inspired by these accounts, please note that any stories of success have not been verified and your individual path to optimal health may vary. As always, it is our recommendation that you consult with a healthcare provider before starting a weight-loss program. Yours in health…the OPTAVIA Team.**

Not only is loss a part of life, but it’s also a part of every day. Every day you are losing time. This can be precious well celebrated time or squandered ill-managed time. This is the choice you have. What did you choose today? Life is a work in progress so don’t beat yourself up - we are going to talk through some ideas. Past: You can revisit your past with regret, replaying all the mistakes and missed opportunities OR you can forgive yourself for the questionable choices you might have made and help your mind find the lesson that molded the person you are today. In this find gratitude.   Present: You can let daily challenges stop you from experiencing the joy that awaits you, keeping you stuck in a cycle while the hours waste away OR you can take each challenge for what it is, solving it or releasing it while you search for the good in the day. Future: You can spend time worrying about the unknown of the days to come writing your future story based on the assumptions of today OR you realize that today is enough and you are learning and growing every hour and with that comes progress and peace that will get you where you need to go. How many times have you heard - Just let it go? Get over it? Why isn’t it that easy? Ruminating or getting stuck is a real thing. Psychological studies state that rumination seems to be correlated to “cognitive incompetence” and “cognitive consciousness“. It means that ruminating individuals are very well aware and conscious of their negative thoughts. They think about past experiences over and over again – up to a point where the thoughts create their own reality, sometimes exaggerating or even differing from what really happened. Ruminators often believe that their rumination will lead to solving a problem, but it really creates a loop where they are stuck in their own thoughts. Cognitive incompetence means that they cannot find their way out of the loop. Letting go can be difficult. Letting go of people, ideas, expectations, desires; letting go of bad habits, false beliefs, and unhealthy relationships... the list goes on. Every day, every moment presents an opportunity to create ourselves anew, to shrug off the baggage of the past, open ourselves up to the possibility of the moment and take action to create an incredible future. CHALLENGE: Choose to value your time as a precious gift. Evaluate anything that threatens to steal that and replace it with worry, anxiety, or fear. Stay present and realize loss is inevitable but grief is temporary.     I know YOU can do it!

Hosted by Leslie Begin **The following audio may contain the personal testimonies of some OPTAVIA Coaches or Clients of OPTAVIA®. The results relayed in these messages are based on the unique experiences of the participants and we cannot guarantee like or similar outcomes. While you may be inspired by these accounts, please note that any stories of success have not been verified and your individual path to optimal health may vary. As always, it is our recommendation that you consult with a healthcare provider before starting a weight-loss program. Yours in health…the OPTAVIA Team.**

Lent is upon us as is the daily grind of our Lenten Penances. Today on the show, Kate Hicks, a Catholic personal health coach, who has helped both priests and laity get control of their habitual eating talks about Fasting and the Virtue of Temperance. If you’d like to connect with Kate, you can find her on Facebook here. You can also connect with her on Instagram at Kate.Hicks.Health! We hope you enjoyed today’s podcast. Huge thanks to Kate Hicks for joining us on the podcast today! We really want to know your thoughts on the topics discussed during today’s podcast, as well as your questions and topics you’d like us to explore in the future. So, please follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Theology of the Buddy, and come hang out with us! Please follow and subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, and Google Play to keep up on the great conversations, with new episodes coming every Wednesday! We would also love if you would rate us on itunes if you have not done so already. It’d really help us out! Next week, the boys are joined by Father Steve Marsh. They will be discussing fasting, Pope St. John Paul II’s Luminous Mysteries, and will feature a special bonus conversation with Phil from Unam Sanctam Catholicam regarding the question of the legitimacy of John Paul II’s canonization. You’re not going to want to miss it! Stay Traddy, Everybuddy! Music used in this podcast:Movie Music - Faithful, Religious, Choir Songhttps://audiograb.com/zwZNSf2c5 For questions or concerns, please email: theologyofthebuddy@gmail.com

Daily Mission 4 Health Video #12: Stop. Challenge. Choose. Thank you to Dr. Wayne Andersen for coining this great phrase! Join us every weekday for your 60 seconds towards a healthier mindset. Ready for the next step? Schedule your FREE health explore now: www.calendly.com/mission4health #Mission4Health #health #healthy #healthymindset #mindset #learn #grow #bestversionofyourself #healthyhabits #weightloss #healthcoach #healthcoaching

Had a special guest join me at the last minute for this week’s Monday Morning Motivator! My very own coach, Vincent Roazzi, joins me to talk about how to expand time to get more done. [mind blown].   Here’s what you’ll get inside today’s video:   [Intro: 00:10] Who is this guy sitting next to me and why is he someone you want to know?   [Intention: 04:12] Why are you doing this again?  What difference are your personal goals going to make to your family and community?   [Metrics Minute: 06:10] Accountability time.  Track your activity and your results to predict your future performance. What are you going to do differently this week?   [Motivation Minute: 12:30] Did you ever notice that successful people get more done in the same amount of time than everyone else has?  So excited to share this secret with you today… How to expand time with your mind so you can get more done in less time. I know, I know.. We’re getting really deep with you on a Monday Morning with Quantum Physics and how it can help you close more deals!   Bonus: We also reveal where to find the Fountain of Youth! Challenge: Choose one thing to focus on this week for two hours, personal or professional, and see what happens!   I know you’re going to have questions on this one, so drop them below and Vinny and I will answer it. B   Resources: Spirituality of Success; https://amzn.to/2WxiWJ6 The Legend of Bagger Vance https://amzn.to/2IopZ3E   Don’t forget to add this link to a recurring event on your calendar every Monday at 10am EST: monday.jpmpartners.com and grab your FREE TRAINING, The Science Behind Why People REALLY Buy at freetraining.jpmpartners.com   QUOTES: Any approach towards the speed of light will relatively slow down time. By improving your ability to focus you can accomplish the impossible. Thoughts are molecules that, when focused on, can expand. Successful people accomplish more in less time through focus.

Emotion is the driving force in our lives. So it's helpful to ask, "What emotion do you feel most of the time? Is that how you WANT to feel?" The first thing to do that clears a lot of emotional space is to forgive! Let small things roll off your back. Work on letting the big things go, it will take time but having that freedom will all be worth it. Forgiveness is for you, no for the other person. If emotion is a choice, choose the better option! Henry David Thoreau said, "Most men live in quiet desperation and go to graves with their song still in them." Having anger inside keeps much more than just that. Forgiveness and peace is something we all want, sometimes we have to start with the hard things to get over. Challenge: Choose your emotions and let go of the negative ones! Clear space for you to get those positive emotions back into your life. Remember "Little things bother little people." Emotion is so important and having it be a positive driving force in our lives is key. Here are additional resources to help you feel joyful and happy more often: Creating the Life You WANT to Live G.O.A.L. -- Get Out And Live! Using Family Vision Boards to Strengthen Family Culture Habits of a Successful Family Extraordinary Family Life Group Coaching

Episode 2 is all about opposites, such as the major differences between benchmarking graphics cards like Radeon VII on Linux and Windows. Then we dive into the Phoronix Test Suite, a robust tool that isn't just for tech reviewers. Find out why you should be using it too.

Challenge: Choose one meal to give up this week. Use the time that you would have spent on that meal in prayer.

Let's chat about how we can remain calm and confident in this crazy world.  Scripture references:  Colossians 3:15, 1 Peter 3:11, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 27 Challenge: Choose peace, make every effort to pursue, practice and let peace rule in your life and walk in confidence. 

  CRITICAL REFLECTION QUESTION How are you connecting with your community? Are you doing enough? CHALLENGE Choose 3 ways to increase your children’s connection to their community… Some Easy suggestions >> 1 Take Photos of local landmarks/ buildings to hang up when you offer blocks (Half a minute on your way to work OR on … Continue reading #91 Shine as an Educator – How Are You Connecting With Your Community? The post #91 Shine as an Educator – How Are You Connecting With Your Community? appeared first on Simple Reflect Blog.

Psalm 56:3-4 When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise – in God I trust and am not afraid. What can mere mortals do to me? Acknowledge that there are things that will make you afraid.2 Timothy 1:7. “God did not give us a spirit of fear, but of love and self- discipline.”God calls us to do more than simply bear the load of adversity. He calls us to persevere (press forward) in the face of it.Success requires vulnerability.Praise shows dependence.Trust God not His provisions.Proverbs 18:10, “The name of the Lord is a strong tower.”Psalm 42:11, “Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.”Challenge: Choose not to be downcast. Choose not to be disturbed. Choose to put your hope in God.