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Amazing Deals for Bloggers

LaPorterNovember 28, 20202 Replies

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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! In the United States, many of us have already eaten our Thanksgiving meals, delicious desserts and enjoyed amazing deals while shopping on Black Friday. Well, this blog post was created to help bloggers improve the overall blogging experience. I have included some affiliate links and resources that will allow me to receive a small commission that will help support my blogging endeavors so it’s a win-win.

I’ve learned a lot of new information related to blogging over the years. Even though, there is so much information swirling around on the web, the blogging process can still be overwhelming to the average person. Now, don’t get me wrong. Blogging can be a rewarding opportunity for most people who choose to do it, but launching a new blog can still be a scary experience for many. It’s important for new bloggers to keep learning, be flexible, ask for help, and be willing to adjust with the blogging industry standards.

HOW TO START A BLOG

Now, if you’re riding the fence about exploring a blogging venture, here’s some valuable steps to help you get started with your blog. The good news is that starting a blog or adding a blog to your existing website is easy and affordable.

Here’s a few steps to help you get started with a blog:

Step 1 – Setting Up Blog – There are free blog options such as WordPress.com or Blogger.com, but to retain control and professional image, consider investing in a domain name and hosting, and installing WordPress or other content management system on your host.
Step 2 – Add Content – Once your blog is up and running, you need to keep it active with new and fresh content to grow your readership. I would suggest developing a set schedule for writing and posting to your blog.
Step 3 – Marketing – Great ways to reach your market are through social media, an email list and reaching out to other bloggers.
Step 4 – Add Income Streams – You can promote other companies’ products and services in affiliate marketing. Most companies, such as Amazon or Wal-Mart, offer affiliate marketing programs. You can also offer advertising or feed ad networks, such as Google AdSense or Infolinks, on to your blog.

Once you have launched your blog, it is important for you to stay engaged with your readers. I am going to be honest, engaged will mean different things for different people. For example, if you are selling product or a service, you need to respond to your customers on a regularly basis. However, some people are blogging just as a hobby, so your engagement may be less involved and limited to writing blog comments or subscribing to other people’s blogs.

HELPFUL SUGGESTIONS AFTER BLOG LAUNCH

Finally, it’s your time to shine with awesome blog content that will inspire others. Be creative and always look for new ways to connect to your readers, but at the same time take it slow. Here’s some other helpful suggestions to keep in mind once you have launched your blog:

Post consistently – Plan to post 2 to 3 times per week to stay engaged with your readers.
Use quality photos – Whether you take your own photos or pull photos from a free site, such as Pixabay or Pexels, make sure to use quality photos that are relevant to your blog post. However, if you’re willing to invest, choose Pixistock or Ivory Mix instead to enhance the look of your blog.
Discover your writing style – Start with a catchy lead, have a conversational tone throughout your blog and ask questions at the end to get your readers engaged.
Write down your thoughts – When inspiration swirls in your head, write it down so you can reflect on it later. It is important to keep all your thoughts and ideas in one place for easy access during the writing process.
Social Media connections – Give your readers three or more ways to follow you. For example, Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.
Comment on other blogs – Don’t be shy and be sure to write encouraging comments on other blogs. In most cases, the other bloggers will show your blog some love too.
Facebook Groups – Join some Facebook Groups to network, share your blog content, learn from other bloggers and to offer support to others who may just be starting out.
Pinterest Boards/Pins – Join some Pinterest Boards and create some boards of your own. Then, create Pins using sites, such as Canva and share them on various boards.

Remember, you do not need to understand everything about the blogging process before you launch. I hope these suggestions give you something to think about from one blogger to another. Good luck and happy blogging!

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AMAZON RESOURCES FOR BLOGGERS

As you may or may not know, Amazon is the world’s largest online retailer that sell a wide variety of consumer goods at competitive prices. There are so many awesome deals available right now that I could not capture them all in this blog post, but here’s a few resources that may spark your interest:

AMAZON RESOURCE #1 – Blogging All-in-One For Dummies

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AMAZON RESOURCE #3 – One Hour Content Plan

AMAZON RESOURCE #4 – Create Blog and Editorial Planner

AMAZON RESOURCE #5 – The Badass Blog Planner

AMAZON RESOURCE #6 – My Blogging Diary

SHARING WITH ONE ANOTHER

Let’s talk. Why do you blog? How long have you been blogging? What is your niche? What are some helpful tips you can share with new bloggers? Do you prefer shopping in the physical store or online? Please 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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Become Hopeful Again

LaPorterNovember 25, 20201 Reply

Learn from yesterday, live for today, and hope for tomorrow. – Unknown Author

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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! This has been a year to remember, but I don’t want to focus on the negative moments. I want to dig deeper and become hopeful again. Sometimes in life, hope is all we have to hold on to. Hope is what we feel when we think that life is worth living, when we are happy and thinking positive thoughts. Remember, happiness and optimism cannot exist without hope, but hope can exist without happiness or optimism.

DEFINITIONS

In addition, hope is a necessary emotion that helps us engage with life. Hope is directly related to our sense of possibility. The greater our perception of possibilities, the greater our hope. Now, let’s take a moment to look at the definitions of hopeful:

Hopeful (adjective) – feeling or inspiring optimism about a future event.
Hopeful (noun) – a person likely or hoping to succeed.

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BENEFITS OF BEING HOPEFUL

And sometimes against all odds, against all logic, we still hope. – Unknown Author

So, where does the choice to become hopeful again come from? It’s simple. Deep inside we feel an expectation that something good will happen in the future. Despite all the negativity that goes on around us, most people strive to anticipate positive outcomes in their lives.

Here’s some benefits to become hopeful again:

Offers one a reason for living
Helps build resilience in the face of adversity
Helps control your emotions and sets the mood for the day
Gives you room for self-expression
Allows you to believe in your dream
Reduces stress and anxiety
Essential for creating self-worth
Supports mental strength and happiness
Improves overall health and encourages a healthy lifestyle

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EMBRACE THE CONCEPT OF BECOMING HOPEFUL AGAIN

Hope is the feather that reminds us we have wings. – Unknown Author

It’s important to embrace the concept of becoming hopeful again in all aspects of your life. After all, hope is our energy, our fuel for living each day. Without hope in our lives, we lack the necessary energy to engage with life. Living a hopeful life is to recognize that everything and everyone matters, even you.

Here’s some ways to embrace the concept of becoming hopeful again within your life:

Be mindful of your expectations and shift them when necessary.
Regain control of your life and destiny.
Recognize that you can change your life at any time.
Look for meaning in the most challenging moments.
Listen to another person’s story to help clear your head.
Find creative ways to handle stress and disappointment (yoga, meditation, reading).
Establish a daily self-care routine that helps to calm you (journaling, to-do list).
Create honest and authentic relationships with active listeners and learn to forgive.
Develop a daily journal writing habit to release negative experiences and emotions.

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HOPEFUL AFFIRMATIONS

Being hopeful during difficult times will not be easy, but is necessary. It is important to no longer hold onto what has happened in your past. Choose to think positive in the midst of hard times or while going through obstacles.

Here’s some hopeful affirmations that you should practice daily:

I am hopeful, amazing, enough and complete.
I am smart, confident and kind.
I am worthy of all my dreams.
I am brave, bold and beautiful.
I am strong in mind, body and spirit.
I am free of worry and regret.
I am excited about today and the future.
I am resilient and can get through anything.

Remember, hope exists and is all around us every day. Hope is incredibly important in life for health, happiness and success. Have an open mind to something new and you will find healthier ways to overcome life’s struggles. Then, you will be at ease and have a peace of mind while moving forward in life. After all, life always offers you a second chance. It’s called tomorrow. Don’t lose hope. You never know what tomorrow will bring!

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JOURNAL PROMPTS

I love journaling because it is a safe place for me to put my feelings and emotions into words, then put my words into action. Remember, journaling is your very own personal journey throughout life, your ups and downs, your successes and failures. In addition, 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 be patient with yourself. Ready, set, write!

List 5 hopeful quotes that provide you with encouragement.
What are you hopeful for on today?
Have you ever given up hope on something or someone?
Did you ever regain that hope again over time?
How can you change your negative thought patterns and become hopeful?
What words inspire you, move you and make you feel hopeful?

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SHARING WITH ONE ANOTHER

Let’s talk. Hope helps us to appreciate life and everything life has to offer. Do you struggle with being hopeful while living in a negative world? Do you find yourself hoping for a brighter future? Please 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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Totally Grounded and Secure

LaPorterNovember 15, 202011 Replies

The thing that keeps you grounded is doing the thing you love. – Tom Hiddleston

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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Today, I want to focus on being totally grounded and secure. Despite what you have experienced throughout the week, be thankful that you are here today to speak about it, read my inspirational blog, and write reflections in your journal. However, in order to be totally grounded and secure, you must first practice mindfulness and use your senses to identify:

Five things you see
Four things you can hear
Three things you can touch or feel
Two things you can smell
One thing you can taste

This process will slow down the mind and allow it to be present in the here and now. Take your time with each sense, each observation, breathe, and try to stay objective.

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GROUNDED CHARACTERISTICS TO STRIVE FOR

Stay humble, stay grounded, remember what got you to that level and that’s hard work. – Tim Howard

Moreover, being totally grounded is the ability to be completely aware and conscious during the present moment. In other words, you are present in your life and not obsessed with the past or future. There are many grounded characteristics to strive for, but what matters most is individuals must be:

Unshakeable – Calm under pressure
Reliable – Show up, no excuses
Unwavering – Has higher standards
Humble – No need to impress others
Healthy Self-Esteem – Understand personal value & self-worth
Don’t worry – Willingness & capable to handle anything that happens in life
Don’t Conform, Instead Lead – Stand up for what’s right & willingness to stand alone
Encourage Others – Helping people reach their true potential

Now, I have to ask. Which grounded characteristics do you hold?

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HOW TO LET GO OF THINGS FROM THE PAST

Breathe, darling. This is just a chapter. It’s not your whole story. – S. C. Lourie

Next, allow yourself to release anything and anybody from your presence that do not help you to grow and flourish. Once you release, you will naturally enjoy fresh new beginnings in life that will allow you to grow and mature. Keep in mind that this can take time, practice and patience.

Here’s some effective tips to help you through painful experiences and let go of things from the past:

Create a positive mantra to counter the painful thoughts.
Create physical distance.
Do your own work.
Be gentle with yourself.
Allow the negative emotions to flow.
Accept that the other person may not apologize.
Engage in self-care.
Give yourself permission to talk about it and forgive.
Seek professional help, if necessary.

LET GO & RELEASE AFFIRMATIONS

Feel the feeling but don’t become the emotion. Witness it. Allow it. Release it. – Crystal Andrus

Finally, during your journey, create an environment to leg go and release using affirmations. This process will allow you to become more aware of your thoughts and words.

For example, today I release:

Anything that is no longer serving my higher purpose.
Anxious thoughts and experiences that no longer serve me.
Doubts and insecurities about myself.
Toxic thoughts and emotions.
Unhealthy relationships.
Thoughts of revenge and unforgiveness.
Everything and everybody who is no longer a part of the divine plan of my life.
All anger and frustration from my body.
The need to be seen and valued by others.
My past beliefs and negative thought patterns.

As you go through life, reconnect with your present self. Don’t be afraid to let go and release. Be kind to yourself and celebrate the small victories. Then, and only then, will you be totally grounded and secure in the life you have grown to know.

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JOURNAL PROMPTS

If you are always trying to be normal you will never know how amazing you can be. – Maya Angelou

I love journaling because it is a safe place for me to put my feelings and emotions into words, then put my words into action. Remember, journaling is your very own personal journey throughout life, your ups and downs, your successes and failures. In addition, 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 be patient with yourself. Ready, set, write!

Do you feel totally grounded in your life right now?
What are 3 things that you are striving for?
Are you afraid to let go of things from the past?
What are your favorite affirmations?
How do you plan to prioritize your life?

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SHARING WITH ONE ANOTHER

Let’s talk. Your mind will always believe everything you tell it. Feed it faith. Feed it truth. Feed it with love. What is on your mind right now? How often do you spend time reflecting on your life? Please 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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Overcoming Pandemic Fatigue

LaPorterNovember 9, 20206 Replies

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

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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! I don’t know about you, but I am experiencing pandemic fatigue in 2020. As we watch the covid-19 case numbers and deaths rise again across the country, it’s important to realize that the stress and the fatigue of the covid-19 pandemic is still hanging over our heads. These feelings and emotions can often times cause people to be exhausted, scared and worried about some of the following:

• Catching and/or spreading covid-19 to others
• Being sick, isolated and dying in the hospital alone
• Financial concerns and losing jobs
• Caring for loved ones who has covid-19
• Going through the grieving process alone
• Feeling isolated and depressed

At the end of the day, I am at peace because my intentions are good, and my heart is pure. My main goal is to keep me and my loved ones safe during this difficult time by overcoming pandemic fatigue.

OVERCOMING PANDEMIC FATIGUE

Your storm is bigger than you are, but your Jesus is bigger than your storm. -Ron Hutchcraft

Believe it or not, it’s perfectly normal to feel burned out while trying to overcome pandemic fatigue. Pandemic fatigue can be caused from a number of emotions you’ve experienced during the pandemic, such as:

• Fear
• Anxiety
• Grief
• Loneliness
• Depression
• Hopelessness

Even though it is challenging to adapt to the increased uncertainty of the pandemic, we must find our inner peace that will help us pay attention to our emotional and physical needs.

Here’s some healthy ways to help you overcome pandemic fatigue:

• Take care of your body – Make sure to get plenty of sleep, rest, and exercise. Also, eat a balance and nutritious diet.
• Lower your stress – Focus on activities that are calming or bring you joy, such as yoga, nature walks, reading, writing in your journal, practicing meditation and breathing exercises, or watching a comedy.
• Connect with others – Remember, we are social creatures by nature. Try to connect with others by making phone calls, arrange video meetings, chat on social media, join a virtual group, take a virtual class or attend online religious services.
• Accept your feelings – Acknowledge and name your feelings. Then, refocus your mind and energy on things you can do to feel better.
• Create new traditions – Set aside Sundays for self-care, Fridays as family game night or Saturday as movie night. Be creative and come up with ideas that work best for you and your loved ones.

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PEACE AFFIRMATIONS

Today I choose: calm over chaos; serenity over stress; peace over perfection; grace over grit; faith over fear. – Mary Davis

Even in the midst of life’s many storms and challenges, such as the covid-19 pandemic, we have the capacity to stand in the center of our own peace. Did you know that it is important to speak peace into your life every day? Take a moment to recite the following statements with confidence:

• Today, I am totally safe and surrounded by love, light, peace, and joy.
• Today, I invite peace and harmony to dwell in me and surround me at all times.
• Today, I have the freedom and power to create the life I desire.
• Today, I believe in myself and will be my own inspiration.
• Today, I plan to water my roots, so my soul can blossom.

Keep in mind, it is important for you to know that you already have peace within you, right now, in this very moment.

FINAL THOUGHTS

One thing that I have learned in life, whether your storm is BIG or small, it takes internal strength and peace to overcome many obstacles in life. Just because you may be struggling or find yourself isolated right now, does not mean you are failing life forever. After all, as long as we are living on Earth, we will always experience some type of storm. Keep believing in yourself and stay safe while overcoming pandemic fatigue.

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JOURNAL PROMPTS

• Have you experienced pandemic fatigue?
• What is your life’s purpose?
• How do you cope with every day struggles of life?
• Do you include affirmations in your daily routine?
• How do you plan to overcome pandemic fatigue?

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SHARING WITH ONE ANOTHER

Let’s talk. Spend time preparing your mindset with peaceful thoughts, such as scriptures, prayers, affirmations or inspirational quotes. What is your favorite scripture, prayer, affirmation or quote? Please 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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Season of Gratitude

LaPorterNovember 1, 202015 Replies

Gratitude helps you to grow and expand; gratitude brings joy and laughter into your life and into the lives all those around you. – Eileen Caddy

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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Let’s welcome November with new dreams and a fresh start. When I think of November, I think of gratitude. Gratitude turns what we have into enough and more in some cases. Gratitude turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. Gratitude can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend. What does gratitude mean to you?

DEFINE GRATITUDE

Small seeds of gratitude will produce a harvest of hope. – Unknown

Gratitude is defined as the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness. When was the last time you showed gratitude toward yourself and to others? Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow. If you allow it, gratitude can also unlock the fullness of life. Inhale love. Exhale gratitude.

In addition, gratitude helps people:

Feel more positive emotions.
Relish good experiences.
Improve their overall health.
Deal with adversity.
Build strong relationships.

IMPORTANT FACTS ABOUT GRATITUDE

Gratitude is the fairest blossom which springs from the soul. – Henry Ward Beecher

Quite frankly, I believe that all good things come from gratitude. If you really think about it, gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings. Live in gratitude. When you are thankful for what you have, you are always rewarded with more.

Moreover, here’s some additional important facts about gratitude:

Gratitude shields you from negativity.
Gratitude makes you at least 25% happier.
Gratitude helps to rewire your brain.
Gratitude eliminates stress and heals your body.
Gratitude can improve your sleep habits.
Gratitude can help boost your self-esteem.
Gratitude can help improve your personal relationships.

7 GRATITUDE AFFIRMATIONS

Gratitude is the single most important ingredient to living a successful and fulfilled life. – Jack Canfield

Here’s 7 gratitude affirmations to help you become more grateful:

I feel grateful to be loved by family and friends
I am grateful for how the sun warms my face
I am grateful for my sense of taste and smell
I am grateful for shelter
I give thanks for every breath I take in
I am grateful for music that speaks to my heart
I feel grateful every time I lift another’s spirit

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GRATITUDE JOURNAL

The real gift of gratitude is that the more grateful you are, the more present you become. – Robert Holden

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.

FINAL THOUGHTS

Gratitude helps you to grow and expand; gratitude brings joy and laughter into your life and into the lives all those around you. – Eileen Caddy

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.

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JOURNAL PROMPTS

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

How have you shown gratitude on today?
What made you smile today?
What are you learning about yourself?
What’s a simple pleasure that you’re grateful for?
What mistake or failure are you grateful for?
How often do you practice gratitude?
How have gratitude changed your life?

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SHARING WITH ONE ANOTHER

There is a calmness to a life lived in gratitude, a quiet joy. – Ralph H Blum

Let’s talk. It is important to practice gratitude in your daily life to feel happier and more connected to the world and a higher power. How often do you practice gratitude? Do you keep a gratitude journal? Please 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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Healing Power

LaPorterOctober 25, 202012 Replies

When God heals and restores, He brings you out better than you were before. – Joel Olsteen

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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Today, I open myself to God’s blessings, miracles and His healing power. God is our healer today, tomorrow and forever! Do you believe this on today? Despite what we may be going through in our lives, God wants to heal us from our emotional bondage that continues to hinder our spiritual growth to maturity. God wants to give us peace, love, and comfort throughout our lives. God wants to free our minds, bodies, and spirits from those things that will harm us. God does not want us to live in pain and misery. It’s important for all of us to read, pray and meditate in God’s Word.

Here’s some life challenges that you may be facing during this difficult time:

MIND – Mental Illness, Depression, Mood Disorders, Bipolar Disorders, Schizophrenia, Anxiety Disorders, Personality Disorders, Worry
BODY – Physical Aches and Pains, Stress, Eating Disorders, Arthritis, Stroke, Heart Attack, High or Low Blood Pressure, Diabetes, Cancer
SPIRIT – Lost in Sin, Nonbelievers

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SPIRITUAL TOOLS TO ASSIST US IN THE HEALING PROCESS

God has an amazing way of taking all the pieces of our life and transforming them into a beautiful design. – Stacy L. Sanchez

God is a healer. By faith, receive your healing today. There is no doubt in my mind that God is my healer. No matter what my mind is telling me or how my body may feel, I trust God to heal me from the top of my head to the soles of my feet. I ask God to bless me with vibrant health and overflowing joy every day. When you enter God’s presence with praise, God enters your circumstances with healing power.

Here’s some spiritual tools to assist us in the healing process:

The Cross of Jesus Christ

The cross is God’s remedy for our emotional pain and distress. Without Jesus’ death on the cross for our sins, no one would have eternal life. Jesus said, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me” (John 14:6). This verse explains the birth, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The cross of Jesus Christ provides the way to heaven for sinful mankind, like you and I, who could never get there on our own.

God’s Word

The healing power of God’s Word is shown throughout the Bible. God truly has unfailing love for His people. God has always challenged us through His Word to experience Him in a tangible, but loving way so that He could bless us with health through our obedience. The Word of God says, “For the commandment is a lamp; and the law is light; and reproofs of instruction are the way of life” (Proverbs 6:23).

Rejoicing and Praise

God is the only unchanging constant in our lives. When all is gone – health, family, friends, money, position, etc. God remains. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever (Hebrews 13:8). Isn’t that something to rejoice about? Not only is God present with us, but God’s Word also tells us that nothing can separate us from that great unconditional love.

The Holy Spirit

It is a fact that God knew that we could not change our sinful ways or heal ourselves in our own strength. God gave us His Holy Spirit to live within us and to take up residence in our hearts. The Holy Spirit gives us new birth, makes us a new creation in God’s sight and places us into the body of Christ. The Holy Spirit helps us to better understand and apply Scripture to our daily lives. (I Corinthians 2:12-13)

God’s Body, the Church

God’s Word tells us that God loves and accepts us, yet we strive to get love and acceptance from people we can see, hear and touch. If one part of the Christian body suffers, every other part suffers with it. So, if you are in a difficult situation, do not be alone. Reach out to Christian family members, friends, support groups, or spiritual counselors.

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FINAL THOUGHTS

During these difficult times, trust God and believe in good things to come. God has a perfect timing; never early, never late. It takes a little patience and faith, but it’s worth the wait. Yes, we should be confident and know that God is forever powerful within this Earthly realm. Always remember, nothing in this world is too big for our God. Don’t underestimate God in times of trouble or distress. Humble yourself and turn it all over to God to handle. Allow God to guide your every thought, your every step along this journey called life. As I stated earlier, God is my healing power today, tomorrow and forever!

JOURNAL PROMPTS

Heal yourself, heal the world. – Eileen Anglin

MIND

Define what brings me the most joy in life…
Today or this week I was most blessed by…
The area where I need to put more trust in God is…
An act of obedience God is prompting me to take is…

BODY

Ways I want God to transform me…
An aspect of God’s character he recently revealed to me is…
God is leading me to make the following changes…
The most significant area of my life that is not finding its way into my journal is…

SPIRIT

I feel most distant from God when…
One lesson I learned from Scripture this week is…
Journaling has helped build my spiritual foundation by…
Define an area in my spiritual life where I need to see God’s guidance is…

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SHARING WITH ONE ANOTHER

Let’s talk. Give God your weakness and He’ll give you His strength. Do you believe in God’s healing power? Please share your honest response in the comment section. I cannot wait to hear from you.

Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!

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Fall Into Journaling

LaPorterOctober 18, 202016 Replies

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I choose to feel good about myself each day. – Louise Hay

Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! When I think of the fall season, I think of change. As I look outside my window, I notice the leaves falling from the trees and changing colors. As I step outside, I notice the weather getting cooler and we are seeing sunlight less and less each day.

DETERMINE YOUR PURPOSE

Life is never made unbearable by circumstances, but only by lack of meaning and purpose. – Viktor Frankl

Let’s take this time to fall into journaling so we can make a positive change in our lives. While getting started with journaling can be frustrating for some people, for others it can be a life changing habit that takes little effort. Remember when doing anything new in life, such as journaling, it’s important to have a personal and well-defined purpose that will encourage you to stick to your new habit.

Here’s some questions to help guide you through the process to determine your purpose:

What is my purpose for journaling in this season of my life?
How would journaling benefit me right now in this very moment?
Do I have any unresolved issues in my life, such as stress, anxiety or childhood trauma?

Whatever your reason, the results will be the same. Once you begin the journaling process, you’ll become wiser, more enlightened, and will notice a better version of yourself.

JOURNALING TIPS

Journaling is paying attention to the inside for the purpose of living well from the inside out. – Lee Wise

Many people have used journaling to overcome life’s challenges or simply to just express oneself. In addition, journaling can help with personal growth and development too. By regularly recording your thoughts you will gain more insight into your daily behaviors and mood changes. In order to help balance all of these changes, here’s some great journaling tips to keep in mind as you get started on this life changing journey:

When journaling, use a pen and paper or favorite notebook.
Journal in the morning, noon or evening which ever time works best for you.
Commit to writing in your journal every day, but don’t stress over it.
Don’t edit your thoughts or feelings when journaling, just write.
There’s no rules so keep it simple and create your own layout.
Be honest and write about the current space you’re in.
Use journaling prompts to change up your daily entries or to assist with writer’s block.
Cultivate an attitude of gratitude while journaling.

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JOURNALING BENEFITS

Writing in a journal reminds you of your goals and of your learning in life. It offers a place where you can hold a deliberate, thoughtful conversation with yourself. – Robin Sharma

There are many benefits associated with journaling. The process of journaling helps you to organize your life, express your thoughts, and improves your mood. Journaling allows you to track patterns, trends, improvement and growth over time. In addition, journaling can improve not only mental and physical health, but it has increased self-esteem in some people as well.

In addition, journaling helps you to:

Clarify your thoughts and feelings.
Improve personal growth and development.
Reduce stress and anxiety.
Unlock creativity within.
Set and achieve personal goals for your life.
Cultivate mindfulness patterns.
Solve problems more effectively and improves relationships.

FINAL THOUGHTS

Journaling is a good way to help us to stop, take a step back and reflect on ourselves. – Journey Cloud

As you can see, there are limitless benefits of journaling from mental clarity to improving creativity and communication. As you fall into journaling, think of the empty pages as your future, soon to become your past. Do not make excuses, but instead find time to reflect on your amazing life while journaling.

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JOURNAL PROMPTS

Everything you’ve ever wanted, is one step outside your comfort zone. – Unknown Author

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

Wat am I grateful for and why?
What do I need to be free from and surrender to God?
How much you are trusting God with your life right now?

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SHARING WITH ONE ANOTHER

Journal writing is a voyage to the interior. – Christina Baldwin

Let’s talk. Have you taken the time to determine your purpose? Do you enjoy the journaling process as a whole? If so, how often do you write in your journal? Please share your honest response in the comment section. I cannot wait to hear from you.

Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!

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Self-Care 101

LaPorterOctober 16, 20206 Replies

Self-care is important. When you take time to replenish your spirit, it allows you to serve others from the overflow. You cannot serve from an empty vessel. – Eleanor Brown

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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Autumn is a great time to self-reflect and focus on what really matters in your life. One important topic that comes to mind is self-care. Let’s discuss some ways that you can improve yourself through self-care. So, what is self-care? According to The Self-Care Solution written by Suzy Reading, self-care can be defined as any life-giving activity that restores, sustains or improves your health. Simply put, self-care is nourishment for your entire soul, mind, body and spirit. Self-care can also help people become the best version of themselves when they learn effective ways to navigate through life.

WHY SELF-CARE IS IMPORTANT

Give yourself the same care and attention that you give to others and watch yourself bloom. – Unknown Author

As we go through life, all of us experience stress on some level one way or another. It’s so important that we have the necessary tools to help promote healing and cultivate clarity in our lives.

Suzy Reading provides 3 reasons why self-care is important:

Stress is not going to go away. Stress is a normal part of life. In fact, life would be boring without some stress to keep us on our toes, right?
Stress has a cumulative effect. Stress can add up very quickly so make sure to plan for regular pressure releases throughout your day. For example, go for a walk, do a stretch routine or meditate.
Too much stress is dangerous. It’s a fact that too much stress makes us ill and greatly diminishes our ability to enjoy life.

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HOW DOES SELF-CARE HELP?

Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure. – Oprah Winfrey

Suzy Reading provides ways that self-care helps us throughout life:

Self-care helps you cope with life changing events, such as an illness, the loss of a loved one, depression, parents adjusting to life with a newborn, etc.
Self-care helps us recover after experiencing life changing events, such as the loss of a loved one, the loss of a job, divorce, etc.
Self-care offers us a protective function, forming a buffer against future stress. If you are able to prepare yourself before a life changing event occurs, then do it. For example, before the birth of a child, the finalization of an adoption, getting married, starting college, or moving into a new home.
Self-care helps us to flourish as individuals and to become the best version of themselves. For example, you may be striving to become a better parent, a better spouse, in search of a new career, or preparing for retirement.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed with life’s events, prioritize soothing activities and choices that restore balance to your life.

ACTIVITIES THAT HELPS RESTORE BALANCE TO YOUR LIFE

Self-care is how you take your power back. – Lalah Della

Here’s a few examples of activities that helps restore balance to your life:

Go for a walk around your neighborhood or in a local park.
Exercise does the whole body good.
Do some yoga poses.
Practice meditation or spend time in prayer.
Read an inspirational or motivational book.
Take a warm bath to help you relax.
Spend some time journaling or coloring.
Just sit still with your eyes closed and practice breathing techniques.

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SELF-CARE CHECKLIST

She made a promise to herself to hold her own well-being sacred. – Unknown Author

Today, I …

Read God’s Word and Prayed
Spent time in Meditation
Exercised for at least 30 minutes
Read an Inspirational Book
Complimented Someone
Found Enjoyment in Life by doing Fun activities
Took time for myself

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SELF-REFLECTION & JOURNAL PROMPTS

Self-care is giving the world the best of you instead of what’s left of you. – 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. Upon entering the journaling process, you will find that you are able to reflect freely without judgement. Now, close your eyes and clear your mind. Grab your pen/pencil. Open your journal or notebook. Then, use these helpful journal prompts to help you enjoy your autumn activities:

What was the last self-care thing you did?
What is one thing you need to let go?
What is one way you like to recharge your energy levels?
What is holding you back from improving your lifestyle?
How can I honor my body on today?

Give yourself permission to take time out for you. From time to time, make an appointment with yourself. Don’t wait for good moment, they rarely come. Plan your time and fill it with something that nurtures your head, heart, and body. Peace and blessings!

TIME TO SHARE & COMMENT

Let’s talk. As you can see, self-care is not selfish, but it is necessary to help keep us calm throughout life. What would you like to change in your daily routine? Please 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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Amazon Prime Day 2020

LaPorterOctober 12, 20202 Replies

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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! If you love to order products or services via Amazon.com, then you will enjoy Amazon Prime Day 2020 which is scheduled for October 13 and 14. There will be sales exclusively for Prime members starting as early as midnight EST. This blog post will help you have the best shopping experience ever and if you make any purchases using the Amazon Affiliate links below, I will receive a small commission to help stay apart of this amazing Amazon Affiliate Program so it’s a win-win.

WHAT IS AMAZON PRIME DAY?

Amazon Prime Day is an annual deal event just for Prime members. Prime members will receive delivered incredible savings on more than 1 million products from small businesses and top brands worldwide.

PRIME MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

Amazon Prime is a paid subscription service offered by Amazon that gives users access to products and services that would otherwise be unavailable, or available at a higher cost, to the typical Amazon customer. The standard annual membership cost is $119/year for regular customers and the student annual membership cost is $59/year.

Here’s a list of some Prime Membership benefits that you should take advantage of today:

Free 30-day trial & student memberships
Month-to-month memberships
Exclusive deals/discounts via Amazon.com & using the Amazon app
Prime Delivery Options for eligible items (Free same day, one-day or two-day)
Amazon Music – Streaming ad free music (4-months for $0.99)
Prime Video – Watching your favorite movies and TV shows at a discount
Free release-date delivery on new video games, books, music, and movies
You can cancel your membership at any time

Select the link below to SIGN UP:

TIPS TO IMPROVE YOUR AMAZON SHOPPING EXPERIENCE

Whether you have never ordered items or services online before, I have made this process super easy. I hope you have carved out some time to browse the Amazon site and written out your wish list. Take advantage of the awesome deals that will be available on October 13 and 14.

Here’s some great tips to help you get the most out of Amazon Prime Day 2020:

Get Deal Alerts – Watch for the deal alerts feature when using the Amazon app
Deal Badges – Look for the blue deal badges throughout the Amazon site
Prime Day, your way – Use Amazon.com, download the Amazon app or use Alexa
Meet Amazon Assistant – This new feature helps you to compare prices easily

Select the link below to check out some AMAZON PRIME DEALS:

BEST SELLING PRODUCTS

TOP GIFT IDEAS

KINDLE UNLIMITED

Save up to 50% off for 6 months of Kindle Unlimited which is a standalone subscription service separate from Amazon Prime and can be purchased whether or not you are a Prime member. Kindle Unlimited is a monthly membership fee of $9.99/month.

Select the link below to SIGN UP:

GIFT CARDS

Amazon.com Gift Cards are the perfect way to give your special someone what they’re hoping for even if you don’t know what it is.

Here’s some of the gift card features:

Never expire
Carry no fees
No returns or refunds
Ability to view gift card balance
Redeemable towards millions of Amazon products store-wide or certain affiliated websites

Select the link below to SIGN UP:

SHARING WITH ONE ANOTHER

Let’s talk. Do you shop via Amazon.com? If so, how often do you shop via Amazon.com? Were you an Amazon Prime Member before reading this blog post? If so, what benefits do you enjoy the most? Please share your honest response in the comment section. I cannot wait to hear from you.

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Improving Attitude Awareness

LaPorterOctober 11, 20204 Replies

If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude. – Maya Angelou

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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Today, I choose to have a positive attitude and look at my life in a new way. With this brand-new attitude, brings a positive mindset and beautiful blessings from on high.

As we travel along this journey called life, it is important to embrace the moment you’re in, which is a process called awareness. Well, what’s the best way to practice awareness? You start this process by training yourself to be mindfully aware of what is happening in your life right now, in this moment. Awareness balances thinking and reduces anxiety. Keep in mind, anxiety is focused on the past or the future and awareness is grounded in the present.

Attitude is defined as a settled way of thinking or feeling about someone or something, typically one that is reflected in a person’s behavior.

Awareness is defined as the quality or state of being aware; concern about and well-informed interest in a particular situation or development.

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WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR ATTITUDE

The greatest discovery of all time is that a person can change his future by merely changing his attitude. – Oprah Winfrey

In life, two things define you: 1) Your patience when you have nothing and 2) And your attitude when you have everything. Attitude awareness is the first step to building a positive attitude. Believe it or not, our attitude plays a big part in our every day lives and can affect the outcome of our future. Always remember, attitude is a choice. We can choose whether to have a good or a bad attitude at any given time.

Here’s six valuable ways to help improve your attitude:

Live in the present moment – Learn how to stop, sit and be quiet even if it is just for 10 minutes per day. Your mind, body and spirit will thank you later.

Act with a sense of purpose – Your actions must be in line with your personal values and who you are as a person. It is important to live your life with purpose.

Expect the best out of every situation – Don’t complain or think negative. Instead, replace negative thoughts with positive ones.

Use setbacks to improve your skills – Don’t be afraid to look back at your actions so you can learn important life lessons from your mistakes.

Spend time with like-minded individuals – The people you surround yourself will reflect upon you and how you live your life.

Take action and then let it go – Holding on to your past is not an option. Take appropriate action and let go of everything that is holding you back mentally, physically and spiritually.

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FINAL THOUGHTS

Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference. – Unknown Author

As you go through life, always expose yourself to positive information and hang around positive people so you will achieve positive results. Whatever life throws at you, even if it hurts, press forward and plant your feet on solid ground and be strong. Remember, strong walls shake, but never collapse.

JOURNAL PROMPTS

Don’t be ashamed of your story. It just might inspire someone. – Unknown Author

Mind

Meditate and think about only positive thoughts. Then, write about your thoughts.

When you close your eyes, what do you always dream about? Write about it.

If you could paint a picture of your favorite memory, what would it look like?

Body

Live in the moment right now, describe the feeling and everything around you.

What is the most complicated part of your life right now?

Do you adapt easily to change or is it hard for you?

Spirit

You’re looking through the window to your soul, what do you see?

What is the biggest thing you want to change about yourself?

Do you wish you could press the reset button on anything in your life? If so, what?

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SHARING WITH ONE ANOTHER

Let’s talk. How do you plan to improve your attitude awareness? Please share your honest response in the comment section. I cannot wait to hear from you.

Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!

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