There are some decisions that only you can make. Making the right choices sometimes requires that you ask the right questions. I can think of at least five questions about God, life, and purpose, that we will all likely face. Like Adam and Eve, we too are given choices that determine how we live. In the garden of Eden, Adam and Eve had the freedom to partake in the great food choices that the garden offered. But instead, they decided to eat of the one forbidden fruit, creating a ripple that changed the world.
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Five Questions to Answer About God, Life, and Purpose
Emotional Rehab – 101
Welcome to Emotional Rehab! Between financial goals, business strategies, tuition payments, and taxes, it’s nice to find room for emotional healing and restoration. In the middle of raising children, eliminating calories, and dealing with extended family, it’s great to meet someone who really wants to know, “How are you doing?” You may be taking care of your family at home or meeting needs at work. If you’re supporting your special cause or your personal brand, it’s good to take some time to care for yourself. So thanks for “checking in” for “Emotional Rehab” here at RhondaWilliamsNow.com.
Hopefully, I can offer a few notes that will help you through your day and possibly, your life. Everyone needs “Emotional Rehab” at some point. There is no way to avoid life’s ups and downs and the emotions associated with knowing and caring about other people. The better you are at managing your emotions, the more equipped you will be to handle your issues. The problems may still be there, but you will see them in a different way and learn to have more authority over what’s happening around you.
When Quitting Is Not An Option
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mes a time when you are so engulfed in what you are pursuing that quitting is not an option. What’s interesting about this position is that the decision to keep moving forward is not made because everything is going so well. In fact, it is sometimes quite the opposite. Often, there are plenty of reasons to quit. It may be that the funds are not flowing as expected. Sometimes, well-meaning friends will abandon you when they initially promised to help. Often, the circumstances change so drastically, that you find yourself thinking, “Had I known that it would be this tough, I would never have started.”
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Staying True To Your Purpose
Have you found it? Do you know the truth – your purpose and the reason for your being? I’ve found it. My desire now, is to do something, or say something, or write something that will be a beaming light, reflecting on a new reality that helps others find their personal destiny and stay true to their God-given purpose. So here it is . . .
Every one of God’s creations has a purpose. Our task is to seek the truth and find our purpose. Then, we work to stay true to our purpose while maneuvering through the ups and downs of everyday life. It can be an adventure if you embrace the ride, or a nightmare, if you let the ride embrace you.
What Is Great?
What is great? I have been pondering this question for some time now. When considering what greatness really means, I couldn’t help but think of the book, Good to Great by Jim Collins, (http://www.jimcollins.com/books.html) and the illustrations of how great companies operate. While the book does an excellent job of illuminating strategies for greatness in a business environment, the question still remains, what is great for me? I may never break a world record or walk the red carpet with the paparazzi frantically seeking a glimpse of who I’m with or what I’m wearing. I may never get an invite to the White House or be a guest on Oprah’s Life Class show (www.oprah.com/oprahs-lifeclass/oprahs-lifeclass.html). Does that mean that I can’t be great? Is greatness reserved for only a select few? What is great for an individual who, although gifted and talented, has struggles, challenges, hindrances and insecurities? What is great for a person who loves family, simple pleasures, sunshine, and ice cream? Can a normal person be great? Are great people also normal? Can I be great?
How To Quit Your Job
It’s great to have a job. It’s even better to have a career or business that you enjoy. When I wake up, usually around 5:30 am, I can’t wait to get started on my plans for the day. That’s because I have finally gotten to a place where I really enjoy what I do. Writing, speaking, and motivating is in my DNA. It’s my ministry and my career, wrapped in a package that I thoroughly enjoy. But it hasn’t always been that way.
Boot Camp Principles for Daily Living
Over the holidays, I visited with a friend that I hadn’t seen for a while. I noticed that she was more fit and toned than before. She looked great! When I asked what she was doing to get the physical transformation, she told me that she was attending a boot camp. The results were very impressive. She also offered me an opportunity to start attending the camp by using her buddy pass, which was good for a free month of boot camp. After thinking about it for a few weeks, I decided to give it a try. For the first time in my life, I was about to engage in a rigorous, outdoor workout in below freezing temperatures. What was I thinking?
