hello i was reading your words i felt a movement with in me and i thank you for your post.
in a blink of and eye lost everything i work so hard for in life taken away,i found myself
begging lost mad lost faith
on just trying to understand it all.but i found comfort in your words today, marks a new day
from this day on i will wailk with god and trust in him.he bought me home when i was a soldier
when others did not come back the same way they left home.thank you sadd54 p.s.looking forward to reading your post
in response to ricardog...You are more then welcome. God has made it clear that HIS son is coming in my life time, and by the discerning of the time's that appear's to confirm these thing's daily. God is moving in our midst to open heart's, and eye's. We place our trust that he will use the mean's HE will's to do motivate us to do what is right. = )
Shalom, love, and blessing's my friend.
Mike
in response to Need_yeshua...Thank you. I know that prayer helps. I think that is what drove me to writing the article because I felt that is what people need at this point and time. Motivation or at least to find where it's coming from. Thank you my friend,, peace.
I have been thinking for weeks about writing an article on motivation. I thought this was the right time for it. So here is something to help you get motivated.
We all have different idea of what motivation is or how it has been explained to us, and what we are suppose to do but have you ever thought about how to use it and what it means to the individual? Motivation is an action idea that you need to do to get going on something that you must do or want to do.
Here on this site, we talk about problems, money, relationships, how to fix it, need to have or a way to go or where to get help. But what are you doing as a motivation to get things going? What are you exploring to get yourself motivated to change your life for the better? What are you doing to take action?
I know a lot of people are probably saying why? Be motivate? I know that I won’t get anywhere or it will just not happen. True! But then why are you thinking that way? What is making you think that way? How come you are thinking that way?
I’ve learned that people don’t feel motivated because they feel like they are finding the challenge on their own and they don’t want to do whatever it takes on their own. But if you think about it, you are not alone. You never have been. A lot of people have a friend, companion, spouse, a good relative, next-door neighbor, a co-worker or even god. But keep in mind that you are not alone. You have someone with you all the time or someone to give you that cheer you need to get you going. People will not act on something because they do not want to go about it on their own. But you are not alone.
The day that you accept in you that you are not alone, is the day that you will motivate yourself to move forward and get going after what you want to get or get started. Think about it, when you feel that you are not alone, you will move forward. It can be a thought that someone told you or someone just said that you can do it. Sometimes it’s just a path of faith to your motivation.
Whatever it will take you to help you move, accept, get, start, follow, think, dream, choose, find, act, need, jump, skip, go for it! Do whatever you have to do to get going and motivate yourself to act on what you have to do to find the next step in your life. I know it’s hard at first, but once you get the idea and think about it and start going forward. You will get what you’ve wanted to do for you. So do act or move, on whatever it will take to you to get you going or the motivation to help you get what you want or need. You have it in you and it’s always been in you but just need to get going.
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1. Wake Up!!
Decide to have a good day.
"This is the day the Lord hath made; let us rejoice and be glad in it." Psalms 118:24
2. Dress Up!!
The best way to dress up is to put on a smile.
A smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks.
"The Lord does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart." I Samuel 16:7
3.Shut Up!!
Say nice things and learn to listen.
God gave us two ears and one mouth, so He must have meant for us to do twice as much listening as talking.
"He who guards his lips guards his soul." Proverbs 13:3
4. Stand Up!!
... for what you believe in.
Stand for something or you will fall for anything.
"Let us not be weary in doing good; for at the proper time, we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good..." Galatians 6:9-10
5. Look Up!!
....to the Lord.
"I can do everything through Christ who strengthens me". Philippians 4:13
6. Reach Up!!
... for something higher.
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not unto your own understanding. In all your ways, acknowledge Him, and He will direct your path." Proverbs 3:5-6
7. Lift Up!!
... your Prayers.
"Do not worry about anything; instead PRAY ABOUT EVERYTHING." Philippians 4:6
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A 91-year-old woman died after living a very long dignified life. When she met God, she asked Him something that had really bothered her for a very long time. "If Man was created in God's image, and if all men are created equal, why do people treat each other so badly?"
God replied that each person who enters our life has a unique lesson to teach us. It is only through these lessons that we learn about life, people and our relationships with God. This confused the woman, so God began to explain:
"When someone lies to you, it teaches you that things are not always what they seem. The truth is often far beneath the surface. Look beyond the masks people wear if you want to know what is in their hearts. Remove your own masks to let people know who you really are.
When someone steals from you it teaches you that nothing is forever. Always appreciate what you have. You never know when you might lose it. Never take your friends or family for granted, because today and sometimes only this very moment is the only guarantee you may have. When someone inflicts injury upon you, it teaches you that the human state is a very fragile one. Protect and take care of your body as best as you can, it's the one thing that you are sure to have forever.
When someone mocks you, it teaches you that no two people are alike. When you encounter people who are different from you, do not judge them by how they look or act, instead base it on the contents of what is in their hearts.
When someone breaks your heart, it teaches you that loving someone does not always mean that the person will love you back. But don't turn your back on love, because when you find the right person, the joy that one person brings you will make up for all of your past hurts. Times a thousand fold.
When someone holds a grudge against you, it teaches you that everyone makes mistakes. When you are wronged, the most virtuous thing you can do is forgive the offender without pretense. Forgiving those who have hurt us is often the most difficult and painful of life's experiences, but it is also the most courageous thing a person can do.
When a loved one is unfaithful to you, it teaches you that resisting temptation is Man's greatest challenge. Be vigilant in your resistance against all temptations. By doing so, you will be rewarded with an enduring sense of satisfaction far greater than the temporary pleasure by which you were tempted.
When someone cheats you, it teaches you that greed is the root of all evil. Aspire to make your dreams come true, no matter how lofty they may be. Do not feel guilty about your success, but never let an obsession with achieving your goals lead you to engage in malevolent activities.
When someone ridicules you, it teaches you that nobody is perfect. Accept people for their merits and be tolerant of their flaws. Do not ever reject someone for imperfections over which they have no control."
Upon hearing the Lord's wisdom, the old woman became concerned that there are no lessons to be learned from man's good deeds. God replied that Man's capacity to love is the greatest gift He has. At the root of kindness and love, and each act of love also teaches us a lesson. The woman's curiosity deepened. God, once again began to explain:
"When someone loves us, it teaches us love, kindness, charity, honesty, humility, forgiveness, acceptance, and all of these can counteract all the evil in the world. For every good deed, there is one evil deed. Man alone has the power to control the balance between good and evil, but because the lessons of love are not taught often enough, the power is too often abused. When you enter someone's life, whether by plan, chance or coincidence, consider what your lesson will be. Will you teach love or a harsh lesson of reality? When you die, will your life have resulted in more loving or more hurting? More comfort or more pain? More joy or more sadness? Each one of us has the power over the balance of the love in the world. Use it wisely!"
Don't miss an opportunity to nudge the world's scale in the right direction!
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There once was a man who had nothing for his family to eat. He had an old shotgun and three bullets. So, he decided that he would go out and kill something for dinner.
As he went down the road, he saw a rabbit and he shot at the rabbit and missed it. Then he saw a squirrel and fired a shot at the squirrel and missed it. As he went further, he saw a wild turkey in the tree and he had only one bullet, but a voice came to him and said "pray first, aim high and stay focused ."
However, at the same time, he saw a deer which was a better kill. He brought the gun down and aimed at the deer. But, then he saw a rattle snake between his legs about to bite him, so he naturally brought the gun down further to shoot the rattle snake.
Still, the voice said again to him, "I said 'pray, aim high and stay focused."
So, the man decided to listen to the voice. He prayed, then aimed the gun high up in the tree and shot the wild turkey. The bullet bounced off the turkey and killed the deer. The handle fell off the gun and hit the snake in the head and killed it.
And, when the gun had gone off, it knocked him into a pond. When he stood to look around, he had fish in all his pockets, a dead deer and a turkey to eat.
The snake (Satan) was dead simply because the man listened to God.
Pray first before you do anything, aim and shoot high in your goals, and stay focused on God. Pass this on in order that someone else might be blessed.
Never let others discourage you concerning your past. The past is exactly that - " the past." Live every day one day at a time. And remember that only God knows our future and that he will not put you through any more than you can bear.
Do not look to man for your blessings but look to the Lord. He can open doors for you that only He is able to do. Doors that you will not slip through but doors that only He has prepared in advance for you in your favor. Wait, and be still, be patient: keep God first and everything else will follow.
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There may be days when you get up in the morning and things aren't the way you had hoped they would be.
That's when you have to tell yourself that things will get better. There are times when people disappoint you and let you down.
But those are the times when you must remind yourself to trust your own judgments and opinions, to keep your life focused on believing in yourself.
There will be challenges to face and changes to make in your life, and it is up to you to accept them.
Constantly keep yourself headed in the right direction for you. It may not be easy at times, but in those times of struggle you will find a stronger sense of who you are.
So when the days come that are filled with frustration and unexpected responsibilities, remember to believe in yourself and all you want your life to be.
Because the challenges and changes will only help you to find the goals that you know are meant to come true for you.
in response to char6...Failure never has to be the end of anything. Think how many great inventors failed on their first try. Making mistakes does allow us the opportunity to learn and improve ourself for our tomorrows. We are blessed that the Lord does not give up on us when we fail at anything, and it is wise if we can learn not to give up on ourselves either. Being the best we can be starts with one step, has many trial & errors, and is a life long process.
Thanks for your inspiring words.
God Bless
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hi chris,
i like your post on failure its something we need to view in a more positive light. Many that are very successful have attributed their success to first failing. Sometimes I fail at how I deal with my children and its definitely a lesson. My older ones ask why Im different on some area's with the younger ones and I tell them , "its because I did it wrong the first time and I learned what NOT to do now". This is most encouraging for parents, we often feel like we failed or messed up our kids if we did not react or act in a certain way but the truth is we have many many chances in life to correct wrongs, and to learn from our mistakes. Its a sign that we need more practice and its going to be a life long lesson.
I hope that you are doing ok, I know we havent talked in a while and I miss that. I still pray for you and Tori every day and hoping that all is well.
Be safe Be blessed
love
char
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Stress Relief Tip 1: Do one thing at a time.
Do it mindfully. Do it well. Enjoy the satisfaction. Then go on to the next thing. Multitasking might work for computers, but humans have yet to get the hang of it. It leads to careless mistakes, shoddy work and unreliable performance. Worst of all, having to do things over. This is no way to live. Give what you're doing your undivided attention. Take the time to get it right. And enjoy the experience.
Stress Relief Tip 2: Cut down on competitive stress.
Today, we compete for everything: the space around us, to be first to own a new product, to get our kids signed up for programs, to get our viewpoints across, to be faster, smarter, richer, sexier. Our days are filled with stressful competitions. And most are absolutely unnecessary. Because they're driven by insecurity, fear of being left behind, an ingrained need to always have more or better than the next guy. Try to get above all that. If you want to compete, vie to be the one who stays calm and in control, who isn't easily sucked in by material things, who avoids being caught up in the daily grab-bag that robs people of health and peace of mind. Compete for that and see how pointless all those other competitions become. And how misguided those who partake in them begin to appear.
Stress Relief Tip 3: Throw something out every day.
You've got too much stuff in your house. Office. Garage. Attic. Useless clutter that's weighing you down, getting in the way, obscuring the things you really need. Be realistic. If you're not going to use it, lose it. And you don't have to make a humongous project out of it. Every day, find one thing you don't need and toss it. Or give it away. Over time, the clutter will begin to vanish and space and order will magically appear in your home...and your life.
Stress Relief Tip 4: Eliminate meaningless deadlines.
Our life is full of them. Arbitrary and unrealistic time constraints imposed by ourselves and others that serve only to make us more pressured, anxious, stressed out. For no worthwhile reason. Avoid the trap of assigning time frames to everything you do, especially if you have little idea how long it will take. Instead, make your goal one of completing a project in a careful, profession- al, satisfying manner. In other words, as long as it takes to do it right. Save your nerves, and your energy, for the few real deadlines we face...like April 15th.
Stress Relief Tip 5: Get more out of life by doing less.
What a concept! Is your life fulfilling? Or is it merely crammed? Know the difference and you'll realize it's not the quantity of activities you engage in (or possessions you collect) that ultimately determine your happiness. One naturally unfolding, enriching experience can easily surpasses many rushed and distracted ones. But you may be so chronically overscheduled, you never give yourself a chance to enjoy anything to the fullest. Experiment. Choose an occasion and give it your complete, mindful and unhurried attention. Then imagine an entire life of such enrichment. It's absolutely attainable.
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"Anything you do from the soulful self will help lighten the burdens of the world. Anything. You have no idea what the smallest word, the tiniest generosity can cause to be set in motion. Be outrageous in forgiving. Be dramatic in reconciling.
Mistakes? Back up and make them as right as you can, then move on. Be off the charts in kindness. In whatever you are called to, strive to be devoted to it in all aspects large and small. Fall short? Try again. Mastery is made in increments, not in leaps. Be brave, be fierce, be visionary. Mend the parts of the world that are within your reach. To strive to live this way is the most dramatic gift you can ever give to the world."
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Do not undermine your worth by comparing yourself with others. It is because we are different that each of us is special.
Do not set your goals by what other people deem important. Only you know what is best for you.
Do not take for granted the things closest to your heart. Cling to them as you would your life, for without them, life is meaningless.
Do not let your life slip through your fingers by living in the past nor for the future. By living your life one day at a time, you live all of the days of your life.
Do not give up when you still have something to give. Nothing is really over until the moment you stop trying. It is a fragile thread that binds us to each other.
Do not be afraid to encounter risks. It is by taking chances that we learn how to be brave.
Do not shut love out of your life by saying it is impossible to find. The quickest way to receive love is to give love. The fastest way to lose love is too hold it too tightly. In addition, the best way to keep love is to give it wings.
Do not dismiss your dreams. To be without dreams is to be without hope. To be without hope is to be without purpose.
Do not run through life so fast that you forget not only where you have been, but also where you are going.
Life is not a race, but a journey to be savored each step of the way.
in response to char6...Children always learn from our influence, It's up to us to make sure those lessons are positive and not negative. You are making an impression on the children you are helping, and I am sure your fingerprint will remain on their hearts.
I think a ministry with children is one of the highest callings the Lord gives, and you are blessed that He has bestowed such an honor to you.
Keep up the Lord's work, and give them Jesus.
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1. My hands are small. Please don't expect perfection whenever I make a bed, draw a picture or throw a ball. My legs are short. Please slow down so that I can keep up with you. 2. My eyes have not seen the world as yours have. Please let me explore safely. Don't restrict me unnecessarily. 3.Housework will always be there. I'm only little for such a short time. Please take time to explain things to me about this wonderful world, and do so willingly. 4.My feelings are tender. Please be sensitive to my needs. Don't nag me all day long. (You wouldn't want to be nagged for your inquisitiveness.) Treat me as you would like to be treated. 5. I am a special gift from God. Please treasure me, holding me accountable for my actions, giving me guidelines to live by and disciplining me in a loving manner. 6. I need your encouragement and your praise to grow. Please go easy on the criticism. Remember, you can criticize the things I do without criticizing me. 7.Please give me the freedom to make decisions concerning myself. Permit me to fail so that I can learn from my mistakes. Then someday, I'll be prepared to make the kind of decisions life requires of me. 8. Please don't do things over for me. Somehow that makes me feel that my efforts didn't quite measure up to your expectations. I know it's hard, but please don't try to compare me with my brother or my sister. 9.Please don't be afraid to leave for a weekend together. Kids need vacations from parents, just as parents need vacations from kids. Besides, it's a great way to show us kids that your marriage is very special. 10. Please worship our God regularly, setting a good example for me to follow.
in response to susie's son...Hi chris,
well said! All of our experiences are teachings and we have to try to learn from them. Many successful people have said that they are thankful for their failures, even if it was to learn what NOT to do next time. One thing that really helps me to learn is children. They speak in innocence and with out judgement unless they have been taught this by those influential in their lives. The parents of my students are always thanking me for helping them to understand things but I always tell them, Im the one here who is learning.
Prayers to you and Tori, hope that you are doing ok.
I havent been on much with so much working but hope to be back soon.
Love
char
in response to char6...Hi,
I think there is always a lesson in anything we experience and it is up to us to learn from each event in our lives. Knowledge comes through the experiences we have, and it is good if we learn from them in order to avoid having to to repeat some of our mistakes. It is also wise to learn from others and the Bible offers us a lot to learn if we take the time to study it and apply it to our lives.
Thanks for your encouragement. I hope all is well with you & your family.
GOD BLESS
Chris
this is awesome! Im learning more and more how important it is to have a certain outlook on life. Its far more important to look at things a certain way than to focus on the event itself. You always have inspiring words and I just wanted to pop in and say hello , Ive been gone a while with my family being very busy these pasts weeks but hope you are doing ok, hugs to you and Tori
talk to you soon
char
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1. Plan ahead. It wasn't raining when Noah built the ark.
2. Stay fit. When you're 600 years old, someone might ask you to do something REALLY big.
3. Don't listen to critics -- do what has to be done.
4. Build on high ground.
5. For safety's sake, travel in pairs.
6. Two heads are better than one.
7. Speed isn't always an advantage. The cheetahs were on board, but so were the snails.
8. If you can't fight or flee -- float!
9. Take care of your animals as if they were the last ones on earth.
10. Don't forget that we're all in the same boat.
11. When the doo-doo gets really deep, don't sit there and complain -- shovel!!!
12. Stay below deck during the storm.
13. Remember that the ark was built by amateurs and the Titanic was built by professionals.
14. If you have to start over, have a friend by your side.
15. Remember that the woodpeckers INSIDE are often a bigger threat than the storm outside.
16. Don't miss the boat.
17. No matter how bleak it looks, there's always a rainbow on the other side.
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Pray Until Something Happens
A man was sleeping one night in his cabin when suddenly his room filled with light, and God appeared.
The Lord told the man he had work for him to do, and showed him a large rock in front of his cabin. The Lord explained that the man was to push against the rock with all his might. So, this the man did, day after day.
For many years he toiled from sun up to sun down, his shoulders set squarely against the cold, massive surface of the unmoving rock, pushing with all of his might. Each night the man returned to his cabin sore and worn out, feeling that his whole day had been spent in vain.
Since the man was showing discouragement, the Adversary (Satan) decided to enter the picture by placing thoughts into his weary mind:
"You have been pushing against that rock for a long time, and it hasn't moved."
Thus, he gave the man the impression that the task was impossible and that he was a failure. These thoughts discouraged and disheartened the man. Satan said,
"Why kill yourself over this? Just put in your time, giving just the minimum effort; and that will be good enough."
That's what the weary man planned to do, but decided to make it a matter of prayer and to take his troubled thoughts to the Lord.
"Lord," he said, "I have labored long and hard in your service, putting all my strength to do that which you have asked. Yet, after all this time, I have not even budged that rock by half a millimeter. What is wrong? Why am I failing?"
The Lord responded compassionately,
"My friend, when I asked you to serve Me and you accepted, I told you that your task was to push against the rock with all of your strength, which you have done. Never once did I mention to you that I expected you to move it. Your task was to push. And now you come to Me with your strength spent, thinking that you have failed. But, is that really so? Look at yourself. Your arms are strong and muscled, your back sinewy and brown; your hands are callused from constant pressure, your legs have become massive and hard. Through opposition you have grown much, and your abilities now surpass that which you used to have. True, you haven't moved the rock. But your calling was to be obedient and to push and to exercise your faith and trust in My wisdom. That you have done.
Now I, my friend, will move the rock."
At times, when we hear a word from God, we tend to use our own intellect to decipher what He wants, when actually what God wants is just simple obedience and faith in Him. By all means, exercise the faith that moves mountains, but know that it is still God who moves the mountains.
When everything seems to go wrong ... just PUSH!
When the job gets you down ... just PUSH!
When people don't react the way you think they should..... just PUSH!
When your money is "gone" and the bills are due ...just PUSH!
When people just don't understand you ... just PUSH!
It hurts to love someone and not be loved in return, but what is more painful is to love someone and never find the courage to let that person know how you feel.
Maybe God wants us to meet a few wrong people before meeting the right one so that when we finally meet the right person, we will know how to be grateful for that gift.
Love is when you take away the feeling, the passion, and the romance in a relationship . . . . and find out you still care for that person.
A sad thing in life is when you meet someone who means a lot to you, only to find out in the end that it was never meant to be and you just have to let go.
When the door of happiness closes, another opens but oftentimes we look so long at the closed door that we don't see the one which has been opened for us.
The best kind of friend is the kind you can sit on a porch and swing with, never say a word, and then walk away feeling like it was the best conversation you've ever had.
It's true that we don't know what we've got until we lose it, but it's also true that we don't know what we've been missing until it arrives.
Giving someone all your love is never an assurance that they'll love you back. Don't expect love in return; just wait for it to grow in their heart but if it doesn't, be content it grew in yours.
There are things you'd love to hear that you will never hear from the person from whom you would like to hear them, but don't be so deaf as not to hear it from the one who says it from his heart.
Never say goodbye, but do learn to let go, and bless from afar.
Love comes to those who still hope although they've been disappointed; to those who still believe, although they've been betrayed; to those who still love although they've been hurt.
It takes only a minute to get a crush on someone, an hour to like someone and a day to love someone - but it takes a lifetime to forget someone.
Don't go for looks; they can deceive. Don't go for wealth; even that fades away. Go for someone who makes you smile because it takes only a smile to make a dark day seem bright. Hope you find the one that makes you smile.
There are moments in life when you miss someone so much that you just want to pick them from your dreams and hug them for real! Hope you dream of that special someone.
Dream what you want to dream; go where you want to go; be what you want to be, because you have only one life and one chance to do the things you want to do.
May you have enough happiness to make you sweet, enough trials to make you strong, enough sorrow to keep you human, enough hope to keep you happy and enough money to buy me gifts.
Always put yourself in others' shoes. If you feel that it hurts you, it probably hurts the other person too.
A careless word may kindle strife; a cruel word may wreck a life; a timely word may level stress; a loving word may heal and bless.
The beginning of love is to let those we love be just themselves, and not twist them with our own image. Otherwise, we love only the reflection of ourselves we find in them.
The happiest of people don't necessarily have the best of everything; they just make the most of everything that comes along their way.
Happiness lies for those who cry, those who hurt, those who have searched, and those who have tried, for only they can appreciate the importance of people who have touched their lives.
Love begins with a smile, grows with a kiss and ends with a tear.
The brightest future will always be based on a forgotten past, you can't go on well in life until you let go of your past failures and heartaches.
When you were born, you were crying and everyone around you was smiling. Live your life so that when you die, you're the one who is smiling and everyone around you is crying.
Today, many will awaken with a fresh sense of inspiration. Why not you?
Today, many will open their eyes to the beauty that surrounds them. Why not you?
Today, many will choose to leave the ghost of yesterday behind and seize the immeasurable power of today. Why not you?
Today, many will break through the barriers of the past by looking at the blessings of the present. Why not you?
Today, for many the burden of self doubt and insecurity will be lifted by the security and confidence of empowerment. Why not you?
Today, many will rise above their believed limitations and make contact with their powerful innate strength. Why not you?
Today, many will choose to live in such a manner that they will be a positive role model for their children. Why not you?
Today, many will choose to free themselves from the personal imprisonment of their bad habits. Why not you?
Today, many will choose to live free of conditions and rules governing their own happiness. Why not you?
Today, many will find abundance in simplicity. Why not you?
Today, many will be confronted by difficult moral choices and they will choose to do what is right instead of what is beneficial. Why not you?
Today, many will decide to no longer sit back with a victim mentality, but to take charge of their lives and make positive changes. Why not you?
Today, many will take the action necessary to make a difference. Why not you?
Today, many will make the commitment to be a better mother, father, son, daughter, student, teacher, worker, boss, brother, sister, & so much more. Why not you?
Today is a new day!
Many will seize this day.
Many will live it to the fullest.
Why not you?
I heard motivation is key in your success at anything. I am pretty well educated when it comes to certain topics, like self help. I have been a single mom for ten years now because I come from a very good family, and luckily was raised by parents who showed me what love is. I am very fortunate to have such a wonderful family, and believe me; we've had our share of ups and downs. The fact of the matter is this; I have been so worried about money and safety lately, I have stopped enjoying the little things in life. Like the birds, trees, and the little bit of sun that's right in front of my face. So for today I will try not to worry about money, if I'll have food at the end of the month, and how I'm going to catch up. I will be thankful for what I have instead of what I don't have. It's catching up to me, and my health is being affected by the stress and worry that accompanies poverty and lack of support. I want to work, and have been applying for part time jobs. I know things will get better, God is just testing me. I believe in the power of the Holy Ghost, and am so grateful I have been given a second chance! I hope others will take a break from worry for the day and maybe follow a child around. My Mom once told me to try and view the world from a child's perspective when it comes to dealing with certain things out of our control. MOTIVATE yourself to set realistic goals with a timeline and face your fears one day at a time. It can be real scary and frustrating at times, I know first hand believe me. I also know God will protect those who are honest and sincere because He has done it for my son and I thus far! We have moved eight times in ten years, and pray to God we can just live a somewhat "normal" life! Please keep us in your prayers and I will do the same. Do what's right, and keep fighting.
Hello friends. How silly am I. I will spin my wheels off in Antarctica and not realize I had a job right up the road from my house.
Since the recession sucked my techs out of me (the pay plummeted and I couldnt keep them full time or else lose money to keep working), I was going to study the trade of telecommunication and drive.
Why? I already have a non-profit company almost a year old, I am very public, have a huge facebook and online presence, conduct public speaking, and held a global concert to expose domestic violence.
Ive expanded my audience by covering things like a biker's run, a zombie walk, a Buffalo Bills tailgate party, and speaking at colleges!
Why am I going to learn cross-connections in a telco closet, what was I thinking!?
I started posting my availability all over and the same day, I got called by some companies to hire me out for promotions. Well color me happy, that's what I love to do, hand out free stuff, smile, and mingle with the public!
The past week has been booking after booking! Two weeks ago I had the flu, was shivering in bed under the blankets, and the gas company came and shut me off (Im in Buffalo NY). I have hit as rock botom as I could be before going homeless.
If I had a dime for every time I heard my needs would be met, then, heck, my needs would be met. I made the last 2 calls today, one to internet adn one to cell phone carrier... everybody is in check now. I can do the jobs, get paid, and feel like a real mother again. Not being able to afford a good meal or school supplies had me feeling pretty low.
It never tarnished my spirit though, for months my slogan has been, 'piss poor, my spirits soar..' :)
Thanks friends... its not easy, but you have to be proactive and aggressively go after things you need. Im not even talking about wants here. I want a new computer desk, but I need to keep my lights on.
Thanks for being encouraging and sharing my friendship and conversations. I hope you google me and read my articles, see my photography and check out some of my videos.
A story has it that, late one night, a party-goer decided it would be best to walk home. He found a short cut through a poorly-lit cemetery and, in the darkness, stumbled into an open grave. He tried to climb out but the walls were too slippery. Again and again he fell back into the grave. Finally, in exhaustion, he settled in a corner to wait for sunlight -- to be rescued.
A few minutes later another man cutting through the cemetery fell victim to the same grave. He, too, tried desperately to climb and claw his way out, and he was equally unsuccessful. As he was about to give up in hopeless resignation, he heard a voice from the darkness of his pit: "You'll never get out of here."
He did!!!
He just needed the proper motivation! And in this case, a shot of fear did the trick! But when it comes to finding the motivation to do most worthwhile things, his example is the exception.
I am learning that the best motivation, whether I want to accomplish a task, go back to school, start something new or kick a habit, usually comes from the inside. To be successful, I must WANT to do it. Others may certainly help in their encouragement or in "pumping me up," but, in the end, I will usually be successful only if I have enough desire.
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I am new to the site, I am Disabled Female In search of money to return to school, I looked at your site It is very interesting, I wonder do you help people to get these Grants ? If so that is so wonderfull and have your yourself received any types of funds from them. Please tell me where and how to start applying for them myself. Thank You for your time and help.
Are you experiencing a lack of self esteem? Of humour? Of energy? Of love? Of money and abundance?
Whatever you believe you are missing, it is there to be claimed. The first step starts with shifting your perspective. See the glass as half full rather than half empty. Focus on accepting what you DO have, and more will be attracted to you.
"Both abundance and lack exist simultaneously in our lives, as parallel realities. It is always our conscious choice which secret garden we will tend... when we choose not to focus on what is missing from our lives but are grateful for the abundance that�s present -- love, health, family, friends, work, the joys of nature and personal pursuits that bring us pleasure -- the wasteland of illusion falls away and we experience Heaven on earth."
You would be quite amazed at the number of people that have a blog with a button for paypal donations. Some of these sites even have a "tip" jar on the site.
However I should emphasize that in order to be able to get money with paypal you have to have a bank account and credit card.
Have you ever heard of Joyce Meyers? I recently was watching her on television. She is a great inspirational speaker who is a minister.
Basically what she says is that you have to make the decision to take control of your life. If you want to be debt free then you have to make the decision to be debt-free.
I remember hearing something that Anthony Robbins said and it was that when he and his wife were poor and facing bankruptcy he decided then and there not to be poor any more!
One of the first things that you are going to have to do is to realize that you matter. You wouldn't be on this earth if you didn't matter!
Nobody here knows the depths of your debt but there are always things that can be worked on. But you really have to start with yourself first!
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Female, 34
QA tester
Tampa, FL, US
Hi Everyone, I need some financial assistance. After 2 long years of a long distance relationship, I am just about to move to California to be with my recent fiance when the IRS levied my bank acco... see full post
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I RECENTLY GOT DIVORCED IN MARCH, I AM LIVING OFF OF 563.OO DOLLARS A MONTH DUE TO BE ON DISABILITY FROM LOSING THREE OF MY CHILDREN, TWO IN PREGNANCY AND TAKING MY SON OFF OF LIFE SUPPORT WHEN HE WAS... see full post
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Female, 33
ON DISABILITY
Fort Worth, TX, US
Languages: ENGLISH
I RECENTLY GOT DIVORCED IN MARCH, I AM LIVING OFF OF 563.OO DOLLARS A MONTH DUE TO BE ON DISABILITY FROM LOSING THREE OF MY CHILDREN, TWO IN PREGNANCY AND TAKING MY SON OFF OF LIFE SUPPORT WHEN HE WAS... see full post
Due to a message from another Aidpage member, "Pizza for my Peeps" is on hold. I think my idea is on hold as well. I am considering, attempting, a real charity. Possibly finding a Pizza corporation to... see full post
Here since: Nov 22, 2008
Female, 44
Business owner
ME, US
Languages: English
I can not believe I am asking for help, but here goes. I own a small restaurant and I have gotten behind, very behind, on my taxes. In my foolishness, I used the money for my taxes to pay my employees... see full post
After my divorce I was able to file as head of household on my 1040 tax return. We lived apart for more than 6 months, even though we were still married, I had two qualifying children also. I worke... see full post
Someone please help me. My name is Vicki and my husbands name is Glenn. I am a real person, ths is a real story. I am married to a man who pays child support for 3 children from a former marriage. H...
Here since: Apr 4, 2008
Male, 37
Dad
Conroe, TX, US
I owe 150,000 dollars to the IRS. You think you have problems? This wasnt a case of fraud or anything like that. I owned a business and fell on hard times. (Making bad business decsions is aparently m... see full post
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Female, 44
General Manager
Winnetka, CA, US
Languages: English
I'm a very hard working single mom. I'm what you would consider one of the working poor. I support myself and my daughter and work very hard just to make my ends meet every month. Every month it se... see full post
