What Can You Do

I don't know why but change can bring a bad taste in someones mouth. Change causes you to deal with the unknown and unwanted. Change can be uncontrollable and uncomfortable. Sometimes there is absolutely nothing you can do, at least that how you begin to feel. Try another point of view. Don't think of what you can't do, think about what you can do. When things are negative change them to positive by how you think or view them. 

Stress

Let's talk about it....STRESS. It can be caused by work, family, or just life in general. When we begin to lose ourselves in the thought of what we haven't accomplished we become stress. Well I am hear to tell you that you have to learn to let it go. Anything that you allow to stress you will lead you to a death that you were not destined to have. Thought provoking right. Stress causes health and mental issues. Before your schedule becomes so jammed or you take on other peoples stress lean on GOD and not your own understanding. That's a stress free life!

Don't Be Nervous

In our hearts there is something that you desire to do. The path to get there may be rocky and full of twist and turns. You will have to do away with the people who continue to tell you what you can and cannot do. Start by changing your mind set. Don't be nervous about what might or might not happen.

Making Room

No one has the same story in life. They may be very similar but there is something that makes them all different. We all get emotion when sharing certain aspects. Whatever we are feeling can create misunderstanding and grudges. We have to learn that in order to enjoy the joys of life we have to make room for them by releasing that anger. There are two steps: 1) Forgive those involved and 2) Forgive yourself. You are holding yourself hostage from your blessing. Start making room today for the joys of life.

Washing My Hands

I believe that everything happens for a reason. I may not understand today or tomorrow why people do certain things, doors have been closed, and new people come into my life. What I do know is that God wants what's best for me and I have to learn to wash my hands of the things that are not for me. 

Decrease from Increase

At times we get in the way of our own success. We are given direction but choose to create our own path. We will look to other people to figure out our situation out when all we have to do is decrease ourselves and let God begin his increase. Let go of your troubles and have a seat. Let God start the engine and take the wheel. He has an increase for all of us. All we have to do is learn to decrease to receive it. 

No More Compettion

As a child I remember the mothers of the church coming together in good and bad times. I remember seeing my grandmother comfort her friends and strangers. She even complimented them on their dresses and hats. I remember my grandfather saying "you sho is sharp today" to the gentleman next to him. 

As I have grown older all I can begin to think is " What has happened?" In today's world everything is a competition. It's about where we live, what kind of car we drive, and how expensive our hair is. We are missing the humanistic aspect of live. Complimenting the next woman or man does not mean that you want what they have.

We have to learn to appreciate, compliment, and celebrate with our fellow sister and brothers. The competition ends with you. Give someone a compliment today.

How To Start a Change

Change is seen as disliked, unwanted, and uncomfortable. Everyone has something that that would like to change. It could be eating habits, how time is spent, or even just a new style. Start a change in you by:

1. Create a vision for yourself and post it.

2. Think of 3 things you want to accomplish in the next 6 weeks and focus on them.

3. Start journalizing. It helps you to reflect on the journey and see your accomplishments.

4. Celebrate every accomplishment no matter the size.

5. Take time to relax.

The Change I Want to See

Change is inevitable. There are minor and major changes in life. We all want what's best and are not ready for the unknown. Change begins with you. You have to be the change you want to see. You want to see more people happy...be happy, you want to see more positive role models.....be a positive role model....you want to see people living a healthy life......reshape your life by making healthy choices. Everything beings with you and know that someone is admiring your walk from a distance. Be an agent of change.

We all start a dream and from that dream we begin a path. Some of us let others steer us away and we place that dream in a locked closet. As time goes by the dream resurfaces to the front of our mind. Some of us will reach back and realize my dreams can come true while others will let people and society tell them what is impossible. You should never stop dreaming and further more let go of your  dreams. Whatever it is that you want to accomplish push forward and believe in yourself as I believe in you.

Enjoy Life

Live in a world that you make for yourself. See the world already comes with trials and tribulations for you to endure. However you are the deciding factor on how you should and will live. Enjoy life as you live it. Don't live in the past but live in the present. Be yourself and do the things that bring you joy.

Joy, Joy, Joy

Joy to me makes me feel good. How do you feel? Get away from those negative thoughts and people. Don’t let anyone persuade you to think there is no good coming your way. We have to believe in order to receive and I believe there is joy for you and me!

Live Happy

How do you live happy, well that depends on you. For some it’s materials things, family, friends, hobbies, etc. You have to decide what makes you happy and let that very thing be the center of your happiness.

Take Time to Relax

Rejuvenate yourself. Take time to unwind and find your center. Don't think about what has to be done, drop the schedule, and what other people need. Today let it be all about you. I am ready to get this journey started for you:

Blissful, Joyful, or even Content

However you describe the word “Happy” live in it. Another way to display your happiness is to share your joy with others. Speak live into your own situation by sharing how you have changed your way of thinking. Get a journal and reflect on this journey to happiness. Reflection is a great way to see your progress

From Me To You

 I decide to share a piece of poetry that is made of Happiness:
Honesty is the best policy. What is it that you want out of this journey called life?

Accept that you can be as happy as you have ever dreamed

Prepare for the joy that will be brought into your life

Preserve the moments and let them build on one another

Image how this one thing “happiness” will change your life

Notice the difference in your circumstances

Enjoy every second, minute, and hour

Spend time doing what makes you happy

Showcase your success and celebrate every step of the way

Your Happiness Depends On You

You thoughts create your universe. What we think will come to pass. Your talk and your walk should lead you towards happiness. Being happy depends on you. You can do and have anything you wish for. Create a healthy habit of happiness. Make a move to find  the happiness you have been looking for. I challenge you to create a happy trail calendar and follow it for  21-day. You can't keep doing the same things over and over again and receive a different outcome. Smash that box and live outside of it.

Encouragement

There are so many obstacles that cross our path. They can hinder you from walking in a positive light. They can even make you think twice about decisions you have made. Obstacles should be viewed as challenges or even steps to move forward. You have the power to decide how you should internalize obstacles. You can start by encouraging yourself. We don't need other people to speak over our lives when we have the ability to speak over ourselves. Start now, encourage yourself to be the best you can be.