In today’s culture, people want to be noticed. We compare ourselves to others by how many “likes” our post on Facebook or Instagram gets. Why? Does having the most likes mean something important? It can, especially if we are spreading something positive, something worthwhile. Let’s spread goodness that money can’t buy. Be the one who shares light and life with others. Be somebody…#heart #drive #desire #purpose #inspiration #passion #encouragement #connection #love

I wonder how many people reading this believe their best days are in the past. Believing this lie is self-limiting, preventing you from moving forward. The human spirit is designed to grow, yet I meet people who have constructed metaphorical prison cells around their lives. Free to experience a fulfilling life, but merely existing through life. If this is you, know this: you have the key to the cell door, and can free yourself whenever you choose…#heart #connection #drive #desire #purpose #inspiration #thoughts #encouragement #love

Have you ever taken the time to write down your values? What is important to you? I suggest you take a moment to do just that. As you think about this exercise, take into consideration characteristics like truth, integrity, trustworthiness. These provide a foundation for a purpose-driven life. Give yourself plenty of time to think this through. Add to the list as your life progresses. After all, this is your life. As an added thought, look at the people you spend your time with. Do they reflect the values which are important to you? If the answer is yes, and your values are noble, you are doing something right. If not, perhaps it’s time to move on from them and grow. They will be fine, but you will be better. You will start to attract the right people into your life. Growth takes effort, persistence, resilience and time. It’s time to grow…#heart #connection #growth #drive #desire #passion #bebest #inspiration #encouragement #love

Fear can actually be a good thing. Healthy fear can save our lives. As an example, think about the times you’ve met someone and they give you a creepy vibe. You can’t explain it, it just is. Avoiding that person is usually the wisest choice.

Unhealthy fear can paralyze you. You imagine the worst so you hide, avoid and deny the situation exists. Your fears become your god.

So how do we break through them? You have heard it before, you face your fears. Head on. Straight up. Maybe this time you decide to listen to the call and fight through what previously held you down. Your confidence grows. Your inner light shines. You realize this freedom you thought was only available to others has been there for you the whole time. Do it! Show the world the real you…#heart #drive #desire #purpose #freedom #passion #connection #encouragement #fearless #love #inspiration

Sometimes when I think about the challenges our world faces I become small and overwhelmed. It bothers me that in our world we have people who are hungry, scared, lonely, oppressed and overlooked. We have people who are discriminated against, isolated because they are “different.” Yet, all of us are different. Will we allow fear to prevent us from connecting with others? We will solve every problem we have when enough people get pissed off and say, “no more!” Let’s focus on solving our challenges. Together we are better. Ronald Reagan said, “We can’t help everyone, but everybody can help someone.” Let’s begin…#heart #drive #desire #purpose #passion #connection #encouragement #bebest #love

Pain can be a good thing. We feel pain when we’re lifting weights as a warning from our bodies we are lifting with improper form. Correct the form, pain goes away. But many people are holding onto past hurts. They wallow in anger, bitterness and resentment, shortening their lives while compromising their ability to live fully today. You can release your painful past, turning it into fuel for resilience. Want to experience a pain-free life? Start by practicing gratitude…#heart #drive #desire #purpose #connection #passion #gratitude #pain #resilience #perseverance #encouragement #love

I’ve seen many people who want to start something new. Their preparation goes on and on, but all their well-intentioned preparations never turn into taking action. When you have a dream planted in your heart, this puts you on the path of your life’s purpose; your destiny. Preparing is good, but you’ve gotta step off the ledge in faith, always keeping your mind focused on where you want to be. Visualize it. Feel it. Expect challenges. You don’t need to have everything figured out before you begin. Just begin…#heart #drive #desire #fearless #growth #purpose #passion #connection #encouragement #love

Knowing who you are means being the same person no matter the crowd you are in. Be yourself, be your best self. This weeks Unscripted Minute encourages you to embrace your uniqueness…#heart #uniqueness #purpose #drive #desire #passion #pursuit #love #others #encouragement #bebest

What kind of person comes to mind when you think of a leader?

The greatest leaders in history, Churchill, Kennedy, Reagan and others realized so much more could be accomplished if you don’t care who gets the credit. Leaders lead by showing compassion and humility, meaning they will do anything they ask of you without hesitation. Weak people lead by dictating orders, refusing to entertain ideas from anyone else.

Do you want to lead others? Begin with a humble spirit. Humility doesn’t mean thinking less of yourself. Humility means thinking of yourself less…#heart #connection #purpose #leadership #compassion #love #drive #desire #passion #encouragement #inspiration #humility #grind #hustle #encourageothers

Who do you hang out with? Do you find your conversations with them engaging, or are they pointing out problems and filling your life with negative vibes? Our time is our most precious commodity. We only have so much time to make a difference in this world. Our friends should be people who inspire and bring out the best in us. Further, we have an obligation to do the same for them. Be protective of your time. It’s better to spend time alone with a great book than wasting your time with the wrong people…#heart #time #purpose #passion #drive #desire #love #others #encouragement #connection #push #yourself