Life is a struggle if you are trying to grow. No one ever said it would be easy, nor did they say the road less traveled was a straight path. The twists, turns and setbacks are normal. Expect them and embrace them. And when it seems impossible, you are close to a breakthrough. Keep going…
Monthly Archives: July 2021
Friends…
We need friends in our lives, people who care about us and who will be truthful with us. If you want to attract solid friends into your sphere, start by being a good friend first. Watch it grow…
Uncommon Courage…
We love stories of bravery and courage. Remember when George McFly punched out Biff? He found uncommon courage in himself to defend the love of his life, overcoming odds in the process. We love these stories because it’s our story. We see a bit of ourselves in the uncommon hero…
Interview With Mary Jenkins
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Imagine being told you have cancer, get fired from your job because you had to take off of work for your chemotherapy treatments, and being turned down for welfare assistance. That’s exactly what happened to Mary Jenkins. Yet, in the middle of all this, she started a nonprofit to help others in her situation. Since 2005, COC Cares has helped hundreds of families with financial aid and emotional support. Hear Mary’s incredible story of strength and determination. Click on the link to listen.
The Determined People Podcast-Episode #217
False Advertising…
Madison Avenue tells us if we drink a certain beer we won’t get fat, blondes have more fun, and using certain products will make all of our problems disappear. Did not fall for it. Our minds are always working, and susceptible to suggestion. Feed your mind the truth. Only truth…
Change. Really?
Fifty years ago, the band Ten Years After released a song titled “I’d Love to Change The World.” In the lyrics, they talk of noble ideas such as feed the poor, stop war, and eliminate pollution. Yet, in the chorus the lyricist wrote, “I’d love to change the world, but I don’t know what to do.”
These world challenges are huge, almost overwhelming. But I believe we can do something about them. Change begins when we are willing to do something. Change begins with me…
The Voices in our Heads…
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There are two voices competing for our attention. One voice encourages us, while the other voice condemns us. Which voice are you listening to?
Self-Sufficiency…
It’s a challenge to remain humble in a culture that screams, “look at me.” When we consider and understand that everything good comes to us from God, we realize we aren’t self-sufficient. It’s not us. It’s Him…
Daily Affirmation…
I believe I’m Divinely guided. I believe I will choose the right path. I believe God will show me a way when there is no way…
Healing…
We allow ourselves time to heal our bodies if we are injured. Let’s do the same with our minds. If a trauma from the past is still troubling you, please seek help to work through it. Renew your mind…
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