Monthly Archives: July 2022

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An Uncomfortable Truth

You’ve probably heard the saying, “people are doing the best they can.” That’s usually not true.

Don’t get me wrong. I have great compassion for working families who are doing everything they can to make ends meet and hold it together. I’m talking about the people who have been given great gifts, yet don’t fully utilize them. I’m referring to the people who choose television over human connection. Those who aren’t giving their best.

Everyone procrastinates. Don’t let procrastination become a way of life and miss your true calling…

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Failure

We fail at things every day. But how you define failure will determine if you really have failed or not.

Your failures don’t define you unless you allow them to. Having a success mindset means you are willing to accept some failures along the way. When you understand this, you will be free of the fear of failure and you become unstoppable.

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What to Say

Have you ever been in a situation where you feel like you need to say something, but you don’t know what to say? I believe most, if not all of us have been.

In 2008, I learned that a friend of mine’s daughter had just committed suicide. It was heartbreaking. She was sweet, kind, and had a beautiful heart. I knew I had to call him, but I had no idea what I would say. I made the call, telling my friend, “ I don’t know what to say, but I wanted you to hear from me. I love you, and you are in my thoughts.” Truly, I’m sure I stumbled through the words. I was really uncomfortable.

A while later, my friend told me how much the call had meant to him. He also said he was surprised by some of the people who didn’t call.

So, if you find yourself in a situation where you don’t know what to say, remember that less is more. Make the call…

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Schemes

There are no “get rich quick” or “lose weight without diet or exercise” plans. These offer results without requiring any real effort on our part.

Real satisfaction comes from earning your way through life. Yes, it is challenging to lose weight and get toned, but it’s possible. You can do anything you set your mind to. You just have to want it…

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Facts Matter

There is so much disinformation out there, it’s a challenge to discern what is true and what is not. The truth matters. Not “my truth” which has become a pop culture saying. The truth.

When you hear or read something that gives you a visceral reaction, ask yourself some questions: is it important? Do I need to check it out to verify it? Will it affect my life if it is true?

Considering that time is precious, we must limit how much attention we give to the unimportant. Sometimes this includes people…

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