If we are going to achieve anything worthwhile and fulfill the plans that God has for our lives, we must learn how to focus. A major key of remaining focused is in our ability to avoid pitfalls & distractions in life. Distractions are apart of life. No one is exempt. The key is to spot them for what they are and remain focused on your priorities. I’ve written several blog posts on remaining focused: 3 Keys To Living a Focused Life How To Focus On What Truly Matters: 5 TIPS Get Focused & Stay Focused The ability to focus is key, yet another area to be aware of is: Avoiding…

So often we view God’s way as a hindrance to getting our on way, but in actuality, obeying God’s way positions us to receive better than our way. Doing things God’s way positions us to receive God’s best for us. Obedience brings blessings. What prevents you from obeying? Pride, fear, uncertainty? Or, do you literally feel unable to do things God’s way, as though you’re facing an impossible feat? We all face various challenges as it relates to obeying God, however, one thing we must agree on is that: God’s way is best. Once we humbly acknoweldge that indeed, God’s way is best, then we are in a position to…

We’ve hit July, which means we’re halfway through the year. What kind of progress are you making on your goals? No doubt, we’ve all been hit with situations outside of our control, yet there is still so much within our control. Now is the perfect time for a mid-year planning session. Mid-Year Planning Session: 5 Tips 1. Schedule a day. The first step in your mid-year planning session is to schedule a day. Get out of your routines, step away from the noise, and get quiet. Schedule time to reassess your life, review your goals, and look ahead to see the best way to use your time. 2. Journal. Spend…

I don’t know about you, but it is difficult for me to simply live. I have a tendency to work and prepare, but the Lord is currently teaching me how to simply live. What about you? How do you overcome the challenge of simply living? The Challenge of Simply Living: 3 Tips 1. Stop worrying. We don’t always spot worrying for what it really is. We may sugarcoat it as planning or thinking through things, but more often than not it is worrying. Worrying will prevent us from enjoying the present by shifting our attention to what could be. We don’t know what the future holds. We’re not in control,…

What do you do when you feel like quitting? We all have those times in life when we get tired. Those times when it feels like we’re working hard for nothing. What do you do in those times? Even though we may feel like quitting, we’re not supposed to give in to those feelings. 5 Things to do When You Feel Like Quitting 1. Take a Break. Sometimes we’ve been working so hard for so long that we just simply need to take a break. This can look different for each of us, but the key is to take a break so you can gain perspective. 2. Reflect. It will…

I sit to write this as a 34-year old wife and mother of 3. My heart is with the single mommas on the eve of this 2020 Mother’s Day because I know it’s not easy. I’ve lived it and it’s only by the grace of God that I made it through. Now, I want to encourage you. A Note to Single Mommas: First off all, I need you to know that you can do it. Stop saying you can’t do it by yourself. Stop begging for support, crying that you can’t raise these kids by yourself. You can do it. I know it’s not ideal and prayerfully it won’t be…

A lesson that the Lord has been teaching me lately is how to maintain my joy. He’s really allowing me to see that I can’t control situations around me, but I can control my response. When we allow situations to take us ‘there’ and affect our mood, we are giving outside situations more control over us than they should have. How to Maintain Your Joy: 5 Tips 1. Keep Composure. One way to maintain your joy is to focus on keeping composure. Even when you feel yourself going ‘there’, begin to focus your energy on staying composed. Don’t lose your cool. As you grow in your ability to keep composure,…

What do you do when the days are hard? Some days we wake up motivated with a clear plan for the day, while others seem hard from the very start. How do you respond to rough days? 10 Tips for Rough Days: 1. Slow down. Due to coronavirus, our lives have completely slowed down, but we must be intentional to really slow down. Even at home, keep a healthy pace. When your day is rough, slow the pace down even more. 2. Deal with it. When you’re seeming to have a rough day, take the time to deal with it. What is causing you frustration? Take some time to determine…

You know something I’ve learned about myself? I need time to regroup. I don’t do well with constant activity, I don’t prefer large group settings, and I’m not good at small talk. How about you? Do you know yourself and what you need to be at your best? Do you take time to regroup? The coronavirus has slowed the world down. Many of us have more time on our hands, but it’s important to make sure that we’re using our time wisely. Take the time to get to know yourself better and understand your own soul. Often times, we’re stressed because we’re really not in tune with ourselves. It’s easy…