Stop Laughing at God
Sarah was long past the age of having children. So she laughed silently to herself and said, “How could a worn-out woman like me enjoy such pleasure, especially when my master—my husband—is also so old?” Then the Lord said to Abraham, “Why did Sarah laugh? Why did she say, ‘Can an old woman like me […]
Are you an ah-ha seeker?
When is the last time you heard or read something that ignited a spark in your soul and motivated you to act, or gave you enough energy to restart on a goal or dream? Has it been a while? If you’re like most of us, it probably has. That’s OK, don’t beat yourself up! In […]
5 steps to help you stop confusing instant gratification with reward
Why do I find myself skipping out on exercise as a “reward” for being good with my choices in the food I’ve eaten? Or, even worse, rewarding myself with a 1000 calorie desert on a Friday night since I’ve been so good on my “diet” all week! Sound familiar to you? The Hang-up of Instant […]
These 4 Things could be blocking your success!
Do you get so close to success you could almost touch it, and then boom just like that you’re back doing what you’ve always done and success seems like a million miles away? You are not alone; most of us don’t recognize the culprits behind our digression, and you could you be doing these 4 […]
Do You Have the Winning Qualities of a Person with Integrity?
Winners have integrity. Integrity: Simply doing what you say you’re going to do; to others and yourself! Do you have the winning qualities of a person with integrity? You talk the talk but do you walk the walk? Look at how you’re doing compared to these 4 characteristics of people who have integrity. […]
Are you Counting on Luck?
You can change your luck today (even if you’re not Irish) by changing your choices. As a healthy lifestyle coach for over 20 years, you would not believe how many times someone has said to me, “You’re so lucky you don’t struggle with weight.” What? I think to myself…Luck?! If only they knew, they would […]
3 Things you can do Instantly to Become a Community-Wide Difference Maker
3 things you can do instantly to become a community-wide difference maker. In times of uncertainty, how can you alone be a difference maker in the community or city where you live? Believe it or not, you don’t have to be on the city council, a large business owner, or the mayor to be a […]
Why Would Anyone Make a New Year Resolution?!
There is just something so magical about the New Year. I mean, who doesn’t like a fresh start or a clean slate, right? Simply having a brand new year ahead of you is enough motivation to get your wheels turning about all of the things you still want to accomplish. It’s why so many people […]
Pursue Your Goals and Dreams With Childlike Faith!
Truly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a child shall not enter it.” Luke 18:17 What does that mean exactly? I believe the Lord is talking about trust. I think about my own children. Not once do they have to worry about what they will eat for […]
Watch Out For the Dryer
“He who is coming will come and will not delay, but my righteous one will live by faith and if he shrinks back I will not be pleased with him.” Hebrews 10:38 This was the passage I read this morning. Honestly, I’ve read it many times, but today the words shrink and back jumped right […]
Stuck in the Middle: Stay Focused!
Imagine climbing a huge wall and getting over the top. Maybe you’ve never personally tried to climb a wall, but if you can visualize a soldier fighting their way to the top in a boot camp obstacle, then you understand the kind of wall to picture. It’s not hard to grasp how the first part […]
Stay Focused Friday!
It’s the end of the week…Motivational Monday is long gone and the extreme excitement you had of achieving success is starting to lose power. Whether you’re on the rollercoaster of living a healthy lifestyle, going after your next big promotion, or finishing a project with a deadline fast approaching, the weekend is here and you […]
