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Improve Gratitude Through Journaling

Improve Gratitude Through Journaling

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Living in a state of gratitude is the gateway of grace. – Arianna Huffington

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Thought for today – One small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day.

Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! My hope for you today is that you and your family is safe and healthy during this difficult time. This is a great time to share ways to improve gratitude through journaling.

DEFINE JOURNAL & GRATITUDE

Inhale the future, exhale the past. – Unknown Author

First, let’s take a moment to define journal and gratitude.

A journal is a reflection of who you are, it’s a repository for all of the things that interest and inspire you. A journal provides a safe environment to experiment with your writing style and technique. Simply put, when you write in a journal it becomes your personal journey of creative and heart felt thoughts.

Gratitude as the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and return kindness. Simply put, gratitude changes everything. Gratitude is one of the sweet shortcuts to finding peace of mind and happiness inside no matter what you might be going through in life. Gratitude changes the way we start the day, spend the day, and look back on the day. For me, my day always begins and ends with gratitude. How about yours?

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JOURNALING TO THE NEXT LEVEL

Gratitude is the healthiest of all emotions. – Unknown Author

Now, let’s take journaling to the next level. How about improving gratitude through journaling? After all, journaling is a way to capture ideas and keep your dreams alive until you can put them in motion, right? Ideas can be found all around you. Take a moment and look around you right where you are. Inspiration is not required to knock at your door twice. We have to be ready and willing to do what’s necessary to grow, to learn, and most importantly, to be grateful.

5 TIPS FOR CAPTURING YOUR BEST JOURNAL IDEAS

Stay patient and trust your journey. – Unknown Author

1. Take your journal everywhere you go to capture those special thoughts or moments as they happen. If your journal is too big, you can always buy a small notebook to use while you are on the go. Then, transfer or glue your notes in your journal at a later time.

2. Select a journal that feels right to you. You can purchase a beautifully crafted handmade journal, a hardcover book with unlined pages, a softcover notebook with lined pages, a 3-ring binder with loose paper, or just a spiral notebook. It really doesn’t matter your style, just make sure that your journal feels right to you and you can comfortably use it to capture your thoughts.

3. Handwrite your journal entries so you are unable to edit your thoughts. Handwriting keeps things more spontaneous and also gives you clues about your emotional state. If you’re anything like me, you can tell what you’re feeling just by analyzing the state of your writing.

4. Create an informal table of contents in the beginning of each journal. Number each page and try to list the topics covered as you go along. This makes finding stuff a lot easier down the road or when you just want to reflect on some of your past writings. Don’t worry about doing this each time you journal, but make sure to complete this step before starting your next journal.

5. Don’t worry about format, grammar, or spelling. Remember, this is your personal space and a written account for how you feel right now in this very moment. Don’t worry about following your traditional writing rules, just write.

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GRATITUDE IS A LIFESTYLE

The most beautiful way to start and end your day is with a grateful heart. – Unknown Author

Moreover, gratitude is a lifestyle that you choose. Overtime, choosing gratitude means choosing joy. It’s a choice that requires constantly renewing of your mind with the truth of God’s Word, setting your heart to inspire others with creativity from within, and disciplining your tongue to speak words that reflect God’s goodness and His grace. Honestly, I believe a grateful spirit, rooted in the soil of God’s goodness and grace, will impact how you view and respond to everything in your life. When gratitude becomes your default setting, life changes in a positive way.

GRATITUDE AFFIRMATION

Today I am grateful for all that I am, all that I have and all that is. – Unknown Author

I am grateful for another opportunity that life offers me on today. I am grateful for a fresh start, a brand- new way of thinking and a positive outlook on life. I am grateful for the fact that I can learn from my mistakes, and then let them go. I am grateful for my mind, body, and spirit functioning in a way to inspire others using encouraging words from the soul. I am grateful to have God as my guide, my supporter, and my protector. I am grateful for my husband, children, close family, friends, and readers like you who offers me support every step of the way. I am grateful just to have another chance to get my life right and back on track.

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TIPS FOR STARTING A GRATITUDE JOURNAL

Gratitude helps you fall in love with the life you already have. – Unknown Author

A gratitude journal is a diary of things for which one is grateful. Gratitude journals are used by individuals who wish to focus their attention on the positive things in their lives. Start a gratitude journal to include a personal reflection (goals, thoughts, feelings), affirmation, scriptures, poems, quotes, kind gestures (writing notes, letters, or making phone calls). Be creative and honest. This process will change your life in a positive and uplifting way.

Here’s some tips to help you start a gratitude journal:

• Choose a journal or notebook that will inspire you to write. You can purchase a journal or make a it. Some people prefer lined pages and other people prefer unlined pages. It’s up to you.

• Determine when you’ll write. When you want to create a new habit, the easiest thing is to do it together with something you’re already doing in your life. For example, add journaling to your morning or bed time routine. Yes, it is that simple.

• Use journal prompts to help you get the most from your journaling experience. When you use different journal prompts, you will quickly learn which gives you the best feeling and inspire you to change. Note – I include journal prompts at the end of each blog post.

• Connect with the emotion. When you experience that feeling, write down what you’re grateful for and enjoy the feeling of gratefulness. Be open and honest throughout the process.

• Do what works for you. Remember, there are no rules to follow. Try it throughout this difficult time and I am sure you will not be disappointed.



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JOURNAL PROMPTS

All good things come from gratitude. – Unknown Author

Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Keep in mind that this is a journey. Everyone takes their own path. Ready, set, write!

• What did I learn about myself this week?

• What is a simple pleasure that I’m grateful for?

• What do I want to accomplish in my life today? tomorrow? next week? next month?

• What has been going well in my life lately?

• How can I create more acceptance in my life?

• What mistake or failure am I grateful for?

• How have I been holding myself back?

• How can I take a step forward?

• What is something that I’m grateful to have today that you didn’t have a year ago?

So, grab your journal or notebook. Then, write your ideas so you’re able to retrieve your thoughts whenever needed. Your journal holds all of your pertinent life information so you can remember and reference at any time in your future. Remember, you shape your world for success even through difficult times like these. Begin to imagine and dream. Don’t be afraid of goal setting and planning. Have courage to move in a positive direction toward your personal growth and advancement. Forever be grateful for each and every day! Peace and blessings!

Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!

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Anxiety On The Rise

Anxiety On The Rise

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Anxiety does not empty tomorrow of its sorrows, but only empties today of its strength. – Charles Spurgeon

Thought for today – Believe that you are stronger than your anxiety.

Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! I pray that you and your families are staying healthy during this difficult time. Let’s face it, the rapid spread of the coronavirus has increased anxiety, wide-spread panic, fear and stress for most people around the United States and abroad. In fact, 70% of adults in the United States feel some level of stress and anxiety daily. People are nervous and scared which is a normal response to the issue at hand.

I don’t know about you, but I will be the first to tell you that my anxiety is on the rise, but it is also silent within. I try not to let my family, friends or co-workers know when my anxiety level increases. Today, I will not allow anxiety to dictate how I feel or how I interact with others. Today, I will not stress over things I cannot control. Instead, I choose to spread love, hope, peace, comfort, joy, happiness, kindness, encouragement and inspiration through my Renew Inspiration blog.

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COMMON CAUSES OF ANXIETY

Anxiety has the ability to keep you from enjoying life and doing things you enjoy. – Unknown Author

Before you can work through an issue, it is important to understand what the issue is and how it can impact you as a whole. So, what is anxiety? Well, anxiety is defined as a nervous disorder characterized by a state of excessive uneasiness and apprehension; Feeling of worry; Fear characterized by behavioral disturbances.

It is important to note, that while there can be many causes for anxiety all around us, here’s some common causes of anxiety that often times impacts our lives or someone close to us:

• Stress that can result from work, school or personal relationships.

• Emotional trauma in our lives.

• Financial concerns.

• A chronic or serious medical condition.

• A major event or performance.

• Side effect of certain medications.

Be open and honest to your loved ones if your anxiety begins to interrupt your life on any level. Do not ever think you’re alone because you’re not. Overcome your fear by taking a step to work through this difficult chapter in your life’s story.

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SYMPTOMS OF ANXIETY

Nothing diminishes anxiety faster than action. – Walter Anderson

Next, I want to provide the symptoms of anxiety to help you become aware of how you are feeling or if you notice any of these symptoms in others. Unfortunately, high levels of anxiety can cause various health conditions and/or symptoms, such as:

• Panic attacks

• Depression

• Constant and excessive worrying

• Feeling exhausted and fatigue

• Increase stress

• Restlessness

• Insomnia and non-restorative sleep

• Irritability

• Lack of concentration

• Irrational fears and phobias

• Avoiding social situations

It’s important to analyze these symptoms very closely. If you feel the symptoms are severe enough to interfere with daily life activities and continues for at least 6 months, you may want to consider seeing a licensed health professional.

HOW ANXIETY CAN MANIPULATE YOU

Inner peace begins the moment you choose not to allow another person or event to control your emotions. – Pema Chodron

Moreover, many people deal with anxiety on so many levels, and in some cases, they deal with this condition alone. Unfortunately, anxiety often times manipulates you by showing you the following:

• Self-doubt – Anxiety makes us question ourselves and our beliefs.

• Fear – Anxiety takes what is dear to you and makes you afraid of losing it.

• Worries – Anxiety can take a thought and turn it into excessive worries.

• Control – We don’t need our fears to manifest. Then, we strive to control everything.

Similar to the symptoms as noted above, it’s important to analyze how you’re feeling and request help from a licensed health professional so you can cope with life better.

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WAYS TO REDUCE ANXIETY

Smile, breathe and go slowly. – Thich Nhat Hanh

Now, that we know the common causes for anxiety and the symptoms, it is important to find ways to reduce anxiety so we can live more productive lives.

Here’s some ways to help reduce anxiety:

• Increase your faith, read scripture and pray.

• Eat well-balanced diets.

• Add a daily exercise or yoga routine.

• Take medications or supplements that are prescribed by a licensed doctor.

• Enjoy aromatherapy by lighting a candle using essential oils (lavender, sandalwood, rose, roman chamomile, geranium, orange blossom).

• Express yourself and how you are feeling using a gratitude journal.

• Spend quality time with family and friends.

• Laugh and find the humor in every day life.

• Learn to avoid procrastination and prioritize what needs to be done.

• Practice mindfulness and deep breathing techniques.

• Listen to soothing music.

• Maintain a positive attitude.

It’s important to take mental breaks as often as possible. Take a deep breath and remember to go easy on yourself. What ever you do today, let it be enough.

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JOURNAL PROMPTS

Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Keep in mind that this is a journey. Everyone takes their own path. Ready, set, write!

• Do you suffer from anxiety? If so, how do you work through it.

• What are some of life challenges and/or triggers that increase your anxiety?

• How do you plan to overcome your anxiety?

• Interview your past & future self by asking questions that you need answers to.

• Use colorful markers or pens to write out all the things that make you happy.

Remember, to take care of yourself throughout this stressful time. Click on the image below to receive some Positive Affirmations. Read them daily until they resonate in your spirit. Then, share them with others. Write a comment below to let me know how my Renew Inspiration blog has helped you. Let’s overcome anxiety by sharing positive vibes, not panic or fear.

 

Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!

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Strive For Excellence

Strive For Excellence

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We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence is not an act, but a habit. – Aristotle

Thought for today – There’s no wrong or right way, just strive for excellence.

Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! I sure hope you and your family are in good health. My family is healthy and safe, but we’re still trying to wrap our heads around the schools being closed for 3 weeks starting tomorrow. This brings me to this week’s discussion.

At any time, we have to brace ourselves for various life’s challenges, such as the coronavirus outbreak, massive school closings, national emergency being put in place, etc. Sometimes we’re ready to face the challenges head on and other times we are caught off guard which leads to stress and anxiety. Often times we are in panic mode or find ourselves just falling to our knees crying out to God. Today, I want to encourage you to strive for excellence throughout your journey especially during these difficult times.

WAYS TO STRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE

Excellence is not a skill, it’s an attitude. – Ralph Marston

To begin with, let’s define excellence. According to the Webster Dictionary, excellence (noun) is defined as the quality of being outstanding or extremely good. Now, do not confuse striving for excellence with striving for perfection (being free from all flaws or defects). It’s important to note that they are not one and the same. Also, keep in mind that your journey will be different from my journey or someone else’s, but in the end, we are still striving to push harder than yesterday so we can have a better tomorrow.

Here’s some ways to strive for excellence throughout life:

• Find time to pray and meditate often
• Practice gratitude – keep a list and be sincere
• Schedule time to exercise and get it done – no excuses are allowed
• Keep a success journal and reflect on your written words often
• Identify your values and stick to them
• Learn something new every day – online courses, reading, watching informative videos, listening to podcasts

HOW TO OVERCOME CHALLENGES

Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection, we can catch excellence. – Vince Lombardi

Despite how things may be going in your life right now, it’s important to learn how to overcome challenges that may occur in your life from time to time. Let’s face it, life happens to the best of us whether we’re ready or not. In some cases, these challenges may be life changing, such as a death of a loved one, a terrible accident or a medical diagnosis. As you navigate throughout life, be a reflection of what you’d like to receive. Don’t over complicate the process. What you give out throughout your journey, will always return back to you. Make sure to give love, truth and respect every day.

Here’s some suggestions to help you overcome challenges:

• Embrace self-awareness
• Use time to your advantage, don’t procrastinate
• Commit to focused discipline
• Engage your own creativity
• Think BIG, be proactive and set goals
• Re-evaluate your daily tasks
• Don’t be afraid to ask for help from family, friends or co-workers

EXCELLENCE AFFIRMATIONS

My goal is not to be better than anyone else but better than I used to be. – Unknown Author

Remember, everything in your life is a reflection of a choice you have made. If you want a different result, make a different choice. Now, repeat the excellence affirmations noted below:

• I am a woman or man of excellence.
• I am kind, smart and can accomplish my goals.
• I am increasingly excellent in all that I think, say and do.
• I attract love and excellence into my life.
• I demonstrate excellence within me.
• I strive for excellence and thirst for knowledge.
• The energy of excellence is infused into my very being.

Close your eyes and take a deep breath. Now, open your eyes and recite these powerful words again. Take a moment to add some additional excellence affirmations to make this list complete.

JOURNAL PROMPTS

Walking the grounds of gratitude, I stumbled upon the palace of happiness. – Brendon Burchard

Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Keep in mind that this is a journey. Everyone takes their own path. Ready, set, write!

• What did you achieve today?

• What can you do right now to lift your mood?

• Define 3 things you can do to improve yourself.

• Describe a time when you had to make a really hard choice.

• Right now, my greatest challenge is _______________.

• My greatest qualities are _________________.

• What do you love most about my life?

• What are 5 good/healthy habits you want to start next month?

• How can you improve your mindset so you love yourself more?


Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!

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Be Focused and Persistent

Be Focused and Persistent

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A successful woman is one who can build a firm foundation with the bricks, others have thrown at her. – Unknown Author

Thought for today – Be focused. Be persistent. Never quit. One day or day one. You decide.

Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! So glad you have returned for more uplifting inspiration that comes from within. Always remember you have within you, right now, everything you need to deal with whatever the world can throw at you. Do you believe this on today? Sometimes you have to be your own hero. Just because you are struggling throughout your journey does not mean you are failing. Keep believing and the good things will happen. The one who falls and gets back up is so much stronger than the one who never fell at all.

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY

She believed she could, so she did. – Unknown Author

Today, many of us celebrated International Women’s Day! International Women’s Day is celebrated on March 8 every year. It is a day set aside to honor the achievements of women throughout history and all across the globe.

Theme for 2020 – I am Generation Equality: Realizing Women’s Rights

2020 is a pivotal year for:

• Women from all different backgrounds and cultures to unite as one.
• Women to fight for gender parity and women’s rights.
• Advancing gender equality worldwide so women’s voices can be heard.

As we go through life fulfilling our dreams and aspirations, remember a satisfied life is better than a successful life. Because our success is measured by others, but our satisfaction is measured by our own soul, mind and heart.
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RE-EVALUATE YOUR FOCUS

You are a unique combination of strength and beauty. – Unknown Author

It’s time to focus on what really matters, right? Life, family, careers, households, hobbies, women rights, etc. Whether you are trying to focus on some personal goals for yourself or trying to pursue higher achievements, it’s important to re-evaluate your focus from time to time.

Set Goals

• Evaluate your current situation – What do you want to change?
• Determine your goals – What do you want to improve?
• Write down your goals and revisit your goals daily
• Write down a plan to reach your goals
• Establish a reward system when you reach milestones
• Check your progress and readjust your goals as necessary

Stay Motivated

• Recite positive affirmations and quotes
• Read inspirational and motivational books
• Pick a healthy habit to work on daily
• Join a supportive group to receive encouragement and feedback
• Determine weaknesses and strengths
• Think positive and remind yourself of your goals
• Track your progress throughout the week

Be Productive

• Strive for consistency while working on projects
• Observe how you plan your days – Use a daily To-Do List
• Define your priorities – What’s important to you?
• Have a positive mindset daily
• Define your focus

Change Your Mindset

• Positive thoughts equal positive outcomes
• Admit that your thinking needs to be adjusted
• Seek positive support from family, friends, support groups
• Immerse yourself in personal growth – Read inspirational books or listen to positive speakers
• Forward thinking will move your focus away from where you don’t want to be to where could be

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JOURNAL PROMPTS

Remember to take care of yourself. You can’t pour from an empty cup. – Unknown Author

Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Keep in mind that this is a journey. Everyone takes their own path. Ready, set, write!

MIND

• What is your favorite memory or life experience?
• When was the last time you listened to your intuition, and what was the outcome?

BODY

• What is your priority in life at the moment?
• What are you proud of yourself for today?

SPIRIT

• How do you respond to setbacks and failure? Why?
• Write down 5 ways to relax and commit to doing at least 1 each day.

GOALS

• What is your ultimate goal in life?
• What is a habit you want to develop? How will it help your long-term goals?

FOCUS

• What are your 3 biggest distractions and how do you plan to reduce them in your life?
• What are 3 areas of your life where you are the weakest?

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Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!

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Faith and Growth Mindset

Faith and Growth Mindset

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For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God. Ephesians 2:8

Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Well, here’s to another wonderful and blessed week! Would you agree? Despite what you have experienced throughout the week, be thankful that you are here today to speak about it and read my inspirational blog.

With that said, let’s WELCOME MARCH with a spiritual discussion concerning “FAITH”. Your faith can move mountains and your doubt can create them. Now, what is your understanding of this statement? Well, it’s quite simple. You must believe in your heart and mind that you will receive whatever it is that you are praying for throughout your journey. No mountain is too big for our God. I always think of a mountain as any obstacle, problem, or situation that happens in our lives throughout the journey. Unfortunately, if you’re not careful, some mountains can destroy relationships and break up happy homes.

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TAKE A STEP BACK

Faith is all about believing. You don’t know how it will happen, but you know it will. – Unknown Author

Throughout our journey, it would be nice if we could backtrack and start over from time to time without harming anyone along the way. But how did we get to the point where we want to press the reset button? For some of us, we try to learn from our mistakes which causes us to wonder why we made them in the first place. Retracing our steps helps us remember who we are and where we come from throughout the faith process. This means spending time in meditation and prayer. Then, looking at your current situation to see where we may have taken the wrong turn.

APOLOGIZE

Faith isn’t a feeling. It’s a choice to trust God even when the road ahead seems uncertain. – Dave Willis

Next, it is time to apologize for our mistakes if you have hurt someone along the way. How awful we must feel, right? For some people apologizing and asking for forgiveness is too hard to handle alone. In most cases, our pride stands in the way of apologizing to make someone else feel better. It is important to retrace our steps and learn how we should be honest to not just ourselves, but also to others. We should all strive to learn and grow from our mistakes. This learning and growing experience is not meant to be easy, but it is a necessary step in this learning and faith process.

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MAKE AMENDS

Don’t dig up in doubt what you planted in faith. – Elisabeth Elliot

Then, it is time to make amends with those who we have done wrong. In some cases, amends can be straight forward and in other cases it can be quite messy. But nevertheless, be true and honest to yourself. Put everything you have into this faith process to amend your relationships and receive the much needed forgiveness from the person(s) in question.

MOVE ON

I choose faith over anxiety hope over worry love over fear. – Unknown Author

Then, the final step in this faith process is the time to prepare yourself to move on. Remember, it is good to ponder on your mistakes, but don’t let them shame you or make you think you are alone throughout the faith process. No matter how big our mistakes seem in life, God’s love can help us through those darkest days. Simply put, we shall be well and rise again. Just let go, release, and move on.

CHANGE YOUR MINDSET

A mind troubled by doubt cannot focus on the course to victory. – Arthur Golden

As you set yourself up for success throughout this mindful journey, please keep these things in mind as you begin to increase faith and change your mindset:

• Positive thoughts equal positive outcomes

• Admit that your thinking needs to be adjusted

• Seek positive support from family, friends, support groups

• Immerse yourself in personal growth – Read inspirational books or listen to positive speakers

• Forward thinking will move your focus away from where you don’t want to be to where could be

Finally, improving your life starts with improving your growth mindset.

• Write in your journal every day.

• Write thank you notes to people who help you throughout your journey.

• Read positive affirmations and quotes.

• Write a Wins Checklist based on your best experiences and accomplishments.

• Adopt a healthy lifestyle. Look at how you sleep, what you eat and how much/little you exercise.

JOURNAL PROMPTS

Remember to take care of yourself. You can’t pour from an empty cup. – Unknown Author

Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Keep in mind that this is a journey. Everyone takes their own path. Ready, set, write!

• How can I strengthen my faith in God?

• What feels like a struggle in my life right now?

• What stresses me out? What can I do to reduce this stress?

• How can I support myself more? How can I support others too?

• How can I make more space in my life for the things or people I love?

Take time, be honest and fill in the blank. Reflect on your answers throughout your journey.

• One thing I need to work on is _________________________.

• One thing I need to let go is _______________________.

• One lesson I learned today is _______________________.

• Today I can honor my mind, body and spirit by ______________________.

• I need to improve my spiritual life by _________________________.

Always remember, your mind will always believe everything you tell it. Feed it faith. Feed it truth. Feed it with love. Until next time, believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!


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Courage Above Fear

Courage Above Fear

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Having courage does not mean that we are unafraid. Having courage mean we face our fears. We are able to say, “I have fallen, but I will get up.” – Maya Angelou

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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Knowing when to walk away is wisdom. Being able to is courage. Walking away, with your head high is dignity. Now, think about that for a moment. What does courage mean to you right now in this very moment? Your honest response would be a great journal entry if you want to reflect on it later.

According to the Webster Dictionary, courage is defined as the ability to do something that frightens one and the strength to withstand in the face of danger, fear, difficulty, pain or grief. So, how does one take courage to the next level? There is no right or wrong answer here. Everyone handles situations in their lives differently.

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WAYS TO HELP BOOST YOUR COURAGE

Courage doesn’t mean you don’t get afraid. Courage means you don’t let fear stop you. – Unknown Author

However, many situations occur in life that call upon us to do something we find scary, upsetting, uncomfortable, anxiety provoking, or distressing. We have to learn how to move out of our comfort zone throughout this journey called life, so we can develop, grow, and expand both our mental and physical capacity. Are you up for the challenge? I sure hope you are.

Here’s some ways to help boost your courage:

• Don’t overthink it. Once you’ve decided to do anything in life that requires courage, don’t wait, proceed to act.

• Commit yourself ahead of time. Schedule an appointment or tell others when and where you plan to attend the activity. Committing yourself ahead of time or stating intentions to your support system will make you be accountable and you will follow through with the activity.

• Do the activity with a friend. Recruit a friend or family member to participate in the activity. Interacting with another person is a true way of managing fear and anxiety.

• Think of how good you’ll feel afterwards. Give some serious thought to how great you’ll feel about yourself after you take this leap of faith. You will feel more confident and increase your determination.

• Think of the doors that would open for you. If you struggle with courage and anxiety issues, you may need to seek help from a mental health professional or support group. Take some time to consider all the ways your life could be different if you were able to tackle your issue(s) successfully and use the motivation this process gives you to take the necessary step.

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THREE LIFE RULES

Fear is a reaction. Courage is a decision. – Winston S. Churchill

Here’s three life rules to live by:

1. If you don’t go after what you want, you’ll never have it.
2. If you don’t ask, the answer will always be no.
3. If you don’t step forward, you will always be in the same place.

PRAYER FOR STRENGTH AND COURAGE

You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you stop to look fear in the face. – Eleanor Roosevelt

Heavenly Father, I want to hear from you on today. Speak to me right now in this very moment. Teach me how to hear you in my heart. Please show me what you want me to do to live out my calling. Give me the strength and courage. In Jesus Mighty Name, AMEN.

BONUS – After you pray to God, wait and listen. Then, journal what you hear and have the courage to share with a family member, a friend, or a mentor you trust. Remember, the best way to grow in your ability to hear God is to practice and let others help you.

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JOURNAL PROMPTS

I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. -Nelson Mandela

Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Keep in mind that this is a journey and everyone takes their own path. Ready, set, write!

• What does it look like for you to take a step of courage today?

• What is one question you’ve been afraid to bring to God? Ask God the question right now, out loud, and listen for His answer.

• List one dream you have for your life. What would this dream look like to be full of hope, even if you don’t know how your story is going to end?

• Write about a door you know God has closed in your life. How did you find the courage to work through this experience?

• Have there been times in your life when you’ve needed to be courageous? Take a moment to write about the situation and what you did to overcome your fears.

• Is there someone in your life whom you would characterize as courageous? If so, write about what you admire about this person and their courage.

• Describe an area of your life in which you wish you were more courageous? What is it, and how would you benefit?

The moment you take that first step on your journey is the moment you start working toward your dream. You will notice the little seeds of courage starting to sprout all around you. Take a deep breath and capture the moment. Despite the fear you may feel because you are entering an unknown territory, embrace your true feelings and know that courage is not just around you, but within you.


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Improve Wellness By Journaling

Improve Wellness By Journaling

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Health is a state of body. Wellness is a state of being. – J. Stanford

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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Getting started with journaling can be frustrating for some people, but also can be life changing for others. When doing anything in life, having a personal and well-defined purpose will encourage you to stick to it.

Grab a notebook and something to write with. Then, answer these questions:

• Do you feel alone and have no one to talk to?
• Do you want to journal to relieve stress and anxiety?
• Do you feel that no one really understands you?
• Do you want to deal with a childhood trauma?
• Do you want to improve wellness in 2020?

Whatever your reason, the results will be the same. Once you begin the journaling process, you’ll become wiser and more enlightened. Simply put, you’ll be on track to improve your self-worth and overall wellness in 2020.

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JOURNALING TIPS

Every day is a new beginning take a breath, and start again. – Unknown Author

Believe it or not, journaling can help improve your personal growth and development. By regularly recording your thoughts and feelings, you will gain insight into your behaviors and moods.

To help you get started with the journaling process, I’ve gathered some helpful journaling tips:

• Find something to write with and a notebook/journal/paper

• Write every day, NO EXCUSES

• Don’t edit your thoughts or feelings, just write

• Don’t correct your grammar

• Schedule quality time for journaling – morning, noon or night

• Write about the current space you’re in and always be honest

• Use journaling prompts to help you get started or when you’re stuck

• Talk to your inner child and write letters

• Cultivate an attitude of gratitude when you write

• Be creative – Use colorful markers, stickers, pictures, quotes, scriptures, etc.

• Keep it private or share it with others, it’s up to you

As you can see, there are no set rules to the journaling process. It’s a personal journey so don’t be afraid to be creative and think outside of the box.

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JOURNALING BENEFITS

Create healthy habits, not restrictions. – Unknown Author

In addition, journaling allows you to track patterns, trends, improvement and growth over time. In addition, journaling has been proven to improve not only mental and physical health, but it has increased self-esteem in some people as well.

Here’s some other journaling benefits to consider – Journaling helps:

• To clarify your thoughts and feelings

• To teach you about yourself

• Reduce stress and anxiety

• To improve your mood

• You solve problems more effectively

• You resolve disagreements with others

• Improve your self-esteem and confidence

Now, who wouldn’t want to improve wellness and enjoy life? Make no excuses. Take your first step today and start the journaling process.

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WELLNESS IDEAS

The secret to living well is – eat half, walk double, laugh triple and love without measure. – Tibetan Proverb

Everything you need is already inside you, but here’s some wellness ideas to help you along this new journey:

• Clear your schedule and plan for a spa day.

• Declutter and make your home a serene environment.

• Set the mood with scented candles, fresh flowers and aromatherapy oils.

• Take a warm bath, meditate, read a good book or sleep. No social media.

• Move your body by doing yoga, dance, weights or a workout online.

• Nourish your body by eating healthier food options and drinking water.

• Take a walk outdoors to enjoy nature and to get some sunshine.

• Be creative – Write in your journal, write a feel-good list or make some art.

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JOURNAL PROMPTS

Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Keep in mind that this is a journey and everyone takes their own path. Ready, set, write!

MIND

• What thought patterns do I have and how do they impact my life?

• What takes your mind away from positive thoughts? Peaceful thoughts?

• What is one thing I can do this week to improve my meditation time?

BODY

• What is happening in my body right now?

• How can I honor my body on today?

• Does your self-care need improvement? How would you improve it?

SPIRIT

• What am I grateful for and why?

• What do I need to be free from and surrender to God?

• How much are you trusting God with your life right now?

As we look ahead in 2020, continue to focus on your healthy living and fitness journey. Don’t procrastinate any longer. Get a journal and start journaling to improve wellness. I would love to hear from you so don’t forget to leave a comment below so we can encourage one another along the way. I look forward to reading your feedback. Peace and blessings!



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Embrace Self Love

Embrace Self Love

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To love yourself is to understand you don’t need to be perfect to be good. – Unknown Author

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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Let’s welcome in February 2020 by discussing self-love. What is self-love? According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, self-love can be defined as an appreciation of one’s own worth or virtue. Self-love begins when we observe our actions and words with compassion as if we were our own best friend.

In addition, self-love is:

• Being honest about your current choices and thought patterns.

• Not selfish, but it forces you to undertake new practices that reflect self-worth.

• The way we see ourselves and how we treat ourselves.

• The motivation you need to make healthy choices in life.

• A safe place for you to share self-reflection.

• The gift that keeps giving.

• A way that cultivates a mindset of gratitude.

Finally, self-love is often times taught to us as children and as we grow, we begin to nurture everything within us, both good and bad.


Now, here’s something to think about. Self-love, self-respect, self-worth, self-care. What do these words have in common? There is a reason they all start with “self” because you cannot find them in anyone else.

Clear your mind and think about the questions below:

• Do you say yes when you really mean no?

• Do you seem to break promises to yourself often?

• Do you neglect your self-care routine over and over again?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you need to self-evaluate your life right now and begin to embrace self-love once again.

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To begin with, here’s a great way to get started on your self-love adventure:

• Find some ME TIME

• Write in your journal

• Read an inspirational book

• Take a long walk and enjoy nature

• Exercise or do yoga

• Take a nap

• Relax and do nothing

WAYS TO EMBRACE SELF-LOVE

What you think, you become. What you feel, you attract. What you imagine, you create. – Buddha

Before you can receive love and respect from others, you need to love and respect yourself. Keep in mind, self-love keeps us grounded and present. Self-love is not simply a state of feeling good, it is a state of appreciation for oneself that grows from actions that support our physical, psychological, and spiritual growth.

Here’s some ways to embrace self-love:

• Take time for yourself first thing in the morning and right before bed time. Pray, read God’s Word, write in your journal, read a book, drink a cup of coffee, meditate, do yoga, take a warm bath, etc.

• Exercise and don’t be afraid to mix it up. Exercise does the body good. Find something you love, but always try something new too. Do cardio one day and strength training another day.

• Give yourself more grace. Stop comparing yourself to others, but instead extend yourself grace.

• Tune out negative and toxic people. Limit your time and interaction with these people. Simply say no to the negativity and focus on the positivity in your life.

• Get plenty of sleep. Set a bedtime for yourself and stick to it – No Excuses!

• Don’t be shy and ask for help. Balance out your planner and daily tasks. Assign some stuff to your family or friends. Don’t feel guilty in doing so.

WAYS TO PRACTICE SELF-LOVE

When I accept myself, I am freed from the burden of needing you to accept me. – Dr. Steve Maraboli

Moreover, self-love is important to living a well-balanced life. Would you agree? After all, everyone needs to practice self-love at some time or another, right? When we act in ways that expand self-love in us, we begin to accept ourselves more in the moment, have less need to explain away our short-comings, are more centered in our life purpose and values, and expect living fulfillment through our own efforts.

Here’s some ways to practice self-love:

• Become mindful. People who practice self-love often tend to know what they think, feel, and want. They are mindful of who they are and act on this knowledge, rather than on what others want for them.

• Create a self-care routine that you practice regularly. Nourish yourself daily through healthy activities, like nutrition, exercise, proper sleep, intimacy, and healthy social interactions.

• Set healthy boundaries. You’ll love yourself more when you set limits or say no to work, love, or activities that deplete you physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

• Protect yourself at all times. Protect yourself by allowing the right people into your life.

• Forgive yourself. Practice being less hard on yourself when you make a mistake. Remember, there are no failures. There are only lessons learned.

• Live intentionally. Live with purpose and design. Make plans and accomplish what you set out to do. You need to establish your living intentions, to do this.

I have found that when I make time to practice self-love on a regular basis, I am a better wife, mom, friend, and co-worker. I am more disciplined throughout my day, feel rested, and ready to conquer the world.

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SELF-LOVE AFFIRMATIONS

You alone are enough. You have nothing to prove to anyone. – Maya Angelou

Like I’ve stated before, self-love is not selfish. You cannot love another person until you know how to love yourself. Work on being in love with the person in the mirror who has been through much, but is still standing.

Look in a mirror today and say these words out loud – I love myself today because I am beautiful, I am strong, I am powerful, I am fabulous, I am unique, I am blessed, I am smart. Repeat this exercise at least 3 times per day.

Here’s some self-love affirmations that you can practice daily:

• I accept and approve myself completely here and now.

• I am healing more and more every day.

• I am surrounded by love and prosperity.

• I am worthy of all the blessings coming my way.

• I release all doubts and insecurities about myself.

• I am resilient and can get through anything.

• I am worthy of loving and being loved.

• I value myself.

• I am an unstoppable force.

• I am proud of who I am.

• I nourish my body with healthy food and exercise.

• I am beautiful, kind, and smart.

• I spread love to those around me and it returns in abundance.

Now, be creative and create your own self-love affirmations to describe yourself. Allow this to be your daily pep talk in the morning and repeat them throughout the day. Remember, you cannot truly love another person until you know how to love yourself. Loving yourself enough to realize you deserve a happy and fulfilled life. Well, I challenge you today to practice self-love and appreciate yourself just the way you are. When you learn to love you, then others will love you the way you deserve to be loved in return.

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JOURNAL PROMPTS

Loving ourselves through the process of owning our story is the bravest thing we will ever do. – Brene Brown

Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Keep in mind that this is a journey and everyone takes their own path. Ready, set, write!

• How do you define self-love?

• What do you love most about your life?

• How can you love yourself more?

• Describe yourself positively in 10 words or less.

• What are you proud of yourself for today?

• How much do you truly love yourself?

• Write yourself a love letter. Make sure to talk yourself through a struggle.

• What is your self-care routine?

• How can you create space for self-love in your life right now and in the future?

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TIME TO SHARE & COMMENT

Let’s talk. Share your thoughts in the comments section. I look forward to reading your feedback!

Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!

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Time Is Precious

Time Is Precious

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Time is a created thing. To say I don’t have time is to say I don’t want to. – Lao Tzu

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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Time has a wonderful way of showing us what really matters. Honestly, it feels like forever since I’ve written a blog post and it was only last Sunday. I want to apologize for not publishing at least two blog posts last week. Between my new work schedule, family life obligations, and my boy’s mid-term schedule, I did not have extra time to write. Therefore, this hectic work week helped me realize my limitations with working full-time so my new goal will be to publish at least one inspiring blog post per week.

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GOAL #1 – WRITING & BLOGGING

The purpose of the first draft is not to get it right, but to get it written. – John Dufresne

Well, like I’ve stated before, 2020 has started off busy for me, but in a positive way. For starters, on the writing front, I have decided to create the following writing and blogging goals:

• Write & publish my first Renew Inspiration book – 1st draft complete [2020 – 2021]
• Continue and improve my Renew Inspiration blog [On-Going]
• Strive to keep journaling, reading, writing, and meditating [On-Going]
• Network with other talented authors and bloggers [On-Going]
• Support other bloggers by reading their material & commenting [On-Going]

Overall, I have really enjoyed this blogging experience while connecting with you and have met so many awesome bloggers along the way. I felt it necessary to document my writing goals again this year in a blog post to keep me grounded on what’s important in my life, right now, in this very moment. In addition, I want to be accountable to my overall writing career and make plans to reach all of these goals. Why now you ask? Because I feel time is precious and I want to enjoy my passion which is writing.

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GOAL #2 – WORK-LIFE BALANCE

Never get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life. – Unknown Author

Next, I plan to create a healthy work-life balance after accepting a full-time Secretary position in December 2019. This has been a great opportunity for me overall, but I need more time to adjust to my “new normal”. I really enjoy my new job, but there’s so much information to learn, new systems to analyze, and family obligations to juggle.

I realize my extra time is very limited and most days I find myself re-thinking my daily tasks when I need to be at work earlier for workshop prep which includes early drop offs and pickups for my boys. Oh, I cannot forget to mention the same thing happens if there are no school, early dismissal days or the boys have a therapy session to attend.

As you can see, I’ve been struggling to balance my full-time work, family obligations and writing projects which are all dear to my heart. My husband is very supportive throughout this process and have stepped up to help, but it is still very stressful and difficult for me to find a healthy work-life balance while adjusting to my new work schedule.

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TIPS TO MANAGE WORK-LIFE BALANCE

Yesterday is gone. Tomorrow has not yet come. We have only today. Let us begin. – Mother Teresa

Work-life balance can be defined as the balance that an individual need between time allocated for work and other aspects of life. Areas of life other than work-life can be, but not limited to personal interests, family obligations, social or leisure activities.

Here’s some tips to help you manage work-life balance:

• Tip #1 – Set realistic goals and schedules. However, do not strive for perfection.
• Tip #2 – Prioritize your health by eating healthier options, meditating and exercising.
• Tip #3 – Make time for yourself to relax, read, and update your planner.
• Tip #4 – Organize yourself and remove non-essential tasks from your daily agenda.
• Tip #5 – Rethink your errands and household chores. Then, delegate duties to others.
• Tip #6 – Take time each day to make a To-Do List which helps prioritize the tasks.
• Tip #7 – Analyze your tasks to figure out how you’re currently using your time.

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IMPORTANT SKILLS NEEDED

You’ve got to be a beginner before you can be anything else. – Unknown Author

As we continue this journey called life, strive to learn important skills that will help you grow as an individual. Remember, your success is found in your daily routine. Never be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. Don’t forget to find ways to help improve your time management and work-life balance throughout your journey.

Here’s some important skills needed to help you through this process:

• Goal Setting – Be able to set realistic goals and write them down.
• Prioritization – Be wise when you prioritize tasks for the day.
• Self-Awareness – Be aware of your needs and feelings.
• Self-Motivation – Be your own inspiration and cheerleader.
• Focus – Be sure to focus on your goal. Don’t look any direction but ahead.
• Decision Making – Be prayerful and ask God to direct your path.
• Planning – Be wise and plan ahead.
• Flexibility – Be ready and willing to adjust your schedule as needed.
• Stress Management – Set a time limit and take breaks often.

As we all embrace change while trying to live the best life, be mindful to how precious time is. Learn what’s important to you and always strive to be better today than yesterday. Be your own inspiration throughout life while learning how to set realistic goals, how to learn a new skills while setting healthy parameters for time management and work-life balance.

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JOURNAL PROMPTS

Time is what we want most and what we use worst. – William Penn

Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Keep in mind that this is a journey and everyone takes their own path. Ready, set, write!

• How do you define time?
• How important is time in your life?
• What is your vision for the next 6 months? year?
• What fear is holding you back?
• What is one behavior you need to let go this year?
• What values do you want to live by and promote?
• What did you do today that brought you closer to your goal?


TIME TO SHARE & COMMENT

Let’s talk. Share your thoughts in the comments section. I look forward to reading your feedback!

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Remain Hopeful

Remain Hopeful

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Each day, there is a new beginning, a new chance, a new hope, a new light! – Unknown Author

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Special Thought – And sometimes against all odds, against all logic, we still hope.

Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Before I get into today’s topic, I want to discuss what’s going on in my life. Now, that I am back working full-time during the week, it’s important that I create a new writing and blogging schedule for 2020. After thinking about this in great detail, I decided to share inspirational posts with you twice per week based on a normal work/family week (no workshops, long therapy sessions, school activities, etc.) My goal is to encourage you based on topics related to improving your MIND, BODY and SPIRIT.

INTRODUCTION – HOPE

When the world says, “give up.” Hope whispers “try it one more time.” – Unknown Author

There’s so much darkness in the world today! For example, our televisions are filled with negative news stories about racism, murders, kidnappings, corrupt politics, violence in our schools, etc. With that in mind, let’s talk about hope to help improve our way of thinking. Hope is another one of those words that can be defined on a personal level and may change from situation to situation; or person to person.

Here’s some questions to think about:

• How do you relate to the concept of hope?

• What does hope mean to you?

• Do you hope for anything great on today or in the near future?

When I think of hope, I think of beauty and positive vibes. Hope is like a beautiful flower that thrives on sunlight and water. In a spiritual sense, hope relies on your daily commitment to God’s Word, meditation, and prayer.

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DEFINITIONS – HOPE & HOPEFUL

Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness. – Desmond Tutu

According to the Oxford Dictionary, here’s the definitions of hope and hopeful:

• Hope is a feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen; a feeling of trust. (noun)

• Hopeful is a feeling or inspiring optimism about a future event. (adjective)

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BUILDING A FOUNDATION OF HOPE

Never lose hope. Just when you think it’s over, God sends you a miracle. – Unknown Author

To begin with, hope is a portion or part of faith. Often times hope is defined in the spiritual sense when God has promised that something is going to happen in our lives and you put your trust in that promise. You find confidence deep down within that something will come to pass because God promised it will come to pass. Remember, hope comes from the promises of God rooted in the work of Christ.

Here’s some steps to help you build a solid foundation of hope that will carry you through the storms of life:

• Step 1 – Submit yourself to God. God is the source of our hope. Come to God in humility and He will restore you.

• Step 2 – Strengthen your faith. Allow God’s previously fulfilled promises from the Holy Bible to renew your hope.

• Step 3 – Trust God’s timing. Remember, sometimes God answers prayers quickly and at other times God allows us to wait.

• Step 4 – Thank God today. Every day set time aside to thank God, read God’s Word, pray, and meditate.

WAYS TO RESTORE YOUR HOPE

I am not an optimist, but a great believer of hope. – Nelson Mandela

Did you know that having hope will give you courage in the midst of a storm? Hope is seeing light in spite of being surrounded by darkness. Hope is the only thing stronger than fear. Hope is the ability to hear the melody of the future. Despite what you may be experiencing in your life right now, never stop believing in hope because miracles happen every day.

Here’s some ways to restore your hope:

• Be kind to yourself and others.

• Listen to another person’s story.

• Treat each day like a precious gift.

• Look for meaning in the most challenging moments.

• Reconnect with nature.

• Focus on your spirit and shift your expectations.

• Listen to music and channel your energy into productive change.

• Show gratitude and compassion.

• Think about the essential goodness of humanity and volunteer.

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The importance of hope is immeasurable. Continue to seek out positivity and recognize you can change your life at any point. Many of us need to look forward to the future. Hope is what helps us deal with grief, find positives in our current situation, help us continue searching for something better, and to have faith that everything will work out. Never lose hope. You never know what tomorrow may bring. Until next time, peace, love, and hope to you and your family!

JOURNAL PROMPTS

A good teacher can inspire hope, ignite the imagination, and instill a love of learning. – Unknown Author

Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Keep in mind that this is a journey and everyone takes their own path. Ready, set, write!

• How do you define hope?

• What do you hope for each day?

• What keeps you from being hopeful?

• Have you lost hope on today? If so, why do you feel this way?

• I feel hopeful/hopeless because…

• Name at least 5 things you are hopeful for and reflect upon each thing listed.

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TIME TO SHARE & COMMENT

Let’s talk. Share your thoughts in the comments section. I look forward to reading your feedback!

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