You can waste your entire life chasing what you think you want. Or you can open your arms and heart to embrace all of the gifts that come to you. Success is often about recognizing what you have and appreciating it rather than always looking for more.
If you are struggling to justify why you are taking a particular action, maybe it is time to rethink the choice. In most cases, we know what the right thing to do is. The challenge comes when we need to rise to the occasion and do the right thing. If you are struggling to see the ‘right’ choice, your heart knows the solution, but you need to find the strength to see it through.
I have often said that I would give anything for just one more conversation with loved ones who have moved on from this earth. In the years since we have parted, I have learned and grown into a person I hope they would all be proud of. And I have come to appreciate much about them that I could not comprehend when they were here, and I was young. I yearned to share my thoughts…
In times of disturbance and fright, may you be reassured that God is sufficient. He is the only one who never passes away. He is the source of all energy…in the sun, in the atom, in all flesh, in the bloodstream, and in the mind. May He be your illimitable source. Please join me in thanking Amy for her contribution this week and every Sunday! Her words, thoughts, and gifts enrich each reader and add…
The world is ever-changing. Some of the change is growth, while some can be seen as setbacks. But it is always your choice to determine how you react to these changes. You can be the cheerful voice for success and the encouragement to overcome a setback. But you cannot stop the force that is our world from changing. All you can do is work to guide it in the right direction.
The past is written and can never be changed. Its only value is to serve as a reminder for lessons learned. Focus your energy on writing the bright and brilliant future that you want and deserve to enjoy.
There is nothing as strong and powerful as the human heart. It can span huge distances to feel the love of someone who is thousands of miles away. It can appreciate a smile delivered by anyone to anyone, with no language, age, or gender barrier. It can provide a safe haven for your most secret hopes and dreams. And it can inspire you to reach those goals with its burning desire. Listen to your heart.…
Small gestures are never small when they touch a heart! Your smile could change someone’s day, week, or life. You never know when another person is thinking that they just need some small sign or hint that someone cares. Be the light that gives another person hope when they feel lost, defeated, or hopeless.
Life is full of changes and variety. Some days will be fantastic. Some days will be awful. Lots of other days will just be something in between. But the people who really love you will be happy to share each and every one of those days with you. Family makes good days even better, the worst days tolerable, and all the other average days memorable and meaningful.
The journey is often more meaningful than the final destination. We are often in such a hurry to “get there” that we miss many experiences and much enjoyment along the way. Take your time, enjoy each day, and step along your journey. Many of life’s most important lessons are only found when you take your eyes off the end goal and look around at what is right in front of you.