Growth and Accountability

During this time, it is very easy to get into a slump. One way I am staying active and positive is connecting with a friend or family member and making them an accountability partner. The activity can be reading a book with my siblings or committing to get out of bed and do some form of exercise with my best friend, I have found that making accountability partners gives an air of purpose to my day during this quarantine.

Today I want to encourage you to not only reach out and check on your loved ones but make a commitment with someone. Set a goal and check in with one another until the task is complete! You will not only add value to your time at home, but you are now introducing another way to bond with the people you love the most.

Selah

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Laundry Anyone?

Did you know that spring cleaning can improve your life? Parsleyhealth.com introduced me to seven incredible reasons to Spring Clean… Check them out and let me know which tip helps you this season. Selah.

Seven Surprising Health Benefits of Spring Cleaning

• Cleaning supports a strong immune system. …
• Cleaning reduces stress. …
• Cleaning can improve heart health. …
• A clean bedroom will help you get a good night’s sleep. …
• A clean space helps increase your productivity. …
• Cleaning can improve your mood and make you feel accomplished. …
• Cleaning encourages a healthier lifestyle.

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New patterns New habits

This time in the home has allowed me to evaluate some of our family habits. The number one thing I noticed was our family’s diet. I have children who are 5 and 7 and somewhere  in the planet of parenting I decided that my children’s pickiness determined what we would have for meals and snacks… when in all actuality, I want health to be the priority. This transition of control was not a quick or obvious one, I didn’t notice before this quarantine that I had modified my selections for their preferences.

 So, what am I doing about it??? Simple, I have been slowly changing the pattern for our family. Through this quarantine in have ordered more fruits and veggies. Also, I have switched all of the regular chips for baked chips, these changes may seem small and insignificant to the average bear, but I have a plan. Small subtle changes allow my little geniuses time and appreciation for the new selection of snacks and meals. Instead of being alarmed… they are intrigued, and as a family we are creating better habits.

Have you noticed family habits that you haven’t before this quarantine? What are you going to do about it??

Selah

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Faith and Fire

I am the cup – this is a poem I wrote during this time that I am labeling “a spiritual rollercoaster.” A time where faith has to stand the fire, and hope has to lead the trail from your heart to your mind. A common mis conception in Christianity is that we are always hopeful or always happy even in the face of opposition. But the truth is that even with God there are times of pain and anguish. During those times God requires our honesty, so that He can intern exchange our hurt for healing. But it all starts with the truth. Enjoy.

Isaiah 61

1)The Spirit of the Sovereign LORD is on me, because the LORD has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners, ^[1]

2)to proclaim the year of the LORD’s favor and the day of vengeance of our God, to comfort all who mourn,

3) and provide for those who grieve in Zion– to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of gladness instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the LORD for the display of his splendor.

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I am your cup

Empty and breakable

Desiring to be held by your Spirit 

And sipped by the lips of peace

But times are changing, and I am

empty

Desolate…

left

Waiting

For a want , desire, use

I am in every home, every shelf

Waiting to be place in the hand of inspiration

To serve is my purpose

To be whole is my calling

Lift me

Fill me

Wash me

Use me

I am your cup

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I’m still a CEO

This one is for my fellow CEO’s… I know that we are increasingly  concerned with the drastic changes in business, so I am here offing a tip for making this time at home a productive one. Closing doors also means closing pockets for the majority of us entrepreneurs around the world. I would like to offer tips to disrupt the stress and inspire you to see a benefit in this unpredictable time.

While everything is closed… this is an EXCELENT time for:

Development

• While operating a business; as the owner there is not always time to keep up with the latest changes and  information concerning your field whether it be equipment, knowledge of the industry, or creative ways you can expand your business. Now is the perfect time to roll up your sleeves and do some research. Studying your industry during this down time will allow you to blossom from this crisis as a more knowledgeable and effective member in your business.

Work on your Social Media Presence

• We all have things that we can improve on. This is the perfect time to watch a few free YouTube videos that teach you how to convey a clear message on social media and then implement them. Social media has everything to do with being intentional and dedicating time in order to be effective. It’s a good thing that time is one the one thing we have in abundance during this crisis.

Selah…Please let me know if these tips help you.

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Losing Track of Time

Does anyone else feel as if they are on the movie Groundhog Day? I am literally confusing time and forgetting the difference between one day and the next. So, this conundrum had me thinking… how can I make every day one of passion and fulfillment. How can I separate time and feel like a productive member of society even though I cannot literally be in society right now? Here is what I came up with … let me know if this helps you too.

• Make my bed: making my bed helps me feel accomplished. It tells my mind and surroundings that the time for rest is over.
• Doing a home workout: I have picked a few days out of the week to do a workout from YouTube. This will not only refresh your body and mind, but it will give you something to look forward to.
• Hobby: I know there has to be something you said you would do if you had more time. Well guess what ladies and gentlemen… you now have the time! So break out the yarn, color paper, scrapbook or something that is fun and enjoy yourself.

Let me know if these tips help break the week up into enjoyable moments. Selah!

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