Category Archives: Personal Development

Apr12

Practice What We Preach

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Of course, it is easy to dictate what is right and what is wrong; what to do and what not to do; but we must be mindful of our own thoughts and actions. It is a wonderful experience to help other people, but I also believe we have to be cognizant of applying our teachings in our own daily lives. After so many years of habitual thinking, I still catch myself reverting back to the same negative thought patterns. Since I am aware of this now, I am able to quickly dismiss them or change them into positive thoughts. I am a disciplined person, and I am improving my life every day. I am coming to expect this of you…

Apr5

Shift Your Perception

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“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”  (Romans 12:1–2).

When we are not our best selves, we can view people, things, and situations in a negative way.  If we want to transform our lives, we have to renew our minds.  When we change our way of thinking, we can discern what is true and righteous.

Mar24

Manifest Your Desires

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This day doesn’t have to be your birthday to make a wish.  I want you to close your eyes right now and purposely think of something you want.  To test this process, let’s start with something simple.  I simply asked for a connection with a dear friend who I have known for many years.  Now let go of the thought and forget about it.  What I mean is don’t dwell on it or keep asking for it or wondering whether or not it’s going to come true.  To speed up the process, stay positive and believe with all your heart that it will happen with absolutely no doubt.  You can even act like it has happened or you’ve received it already and be very thankful.  Continue with your normal, daily activities, but stay fully focused in the present moment throughout the days ahead.  I am so excited for us right now, because this is part of what life is all about.  Stay tuned my friends. I am wishing you a joy-filled life!

Mar18

Be a Positive Influence

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Give someone a compliment today.  Lift someone up.  Encourage someone to keep moving forward.  Inspire someone to become better.  Motivate someone to be creative and productive.  It’s such a good feeling when you can totally change someone’s day for the better just by being a positive influence.  (Thank you Traci for the seashell.)

 

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Feb29

Focus on What’s Right

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We will experience many obstacles in life.  Usually, our first reaction is to resist what is happening.  We also want to know why it is happening.  What we really need to do is focus on getting though the situation and to think positive about what we can learn from it.  It’s a growing experience.  We may come to find out later or we may never know.  Our faith is being put to the test.

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Taken at Blackwater Falls, WV

Feb25

Oprah & Deepak

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Please take advantage of this FREE upcoming 21-day meditation experience with Oprah Winfrey and Deepak Chopra.  They have teamed up again and produced this new class:  Shedding the Weight:  Mind, Body, and Spirit.  It begins on 3/21/2016 and takes only about 20 minutes out of each day that is well worth it!  I have taken all of their previous on-line courses, and I can tell you, they are truly inspiring.  Check it out!

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