Being reactive we tend to fold our arms; while proactivity forges us to take action! Human behavior is a fascinating subject, and one particular aspect that stands out is our tendency to be reactive rather than proactive. While being proactive involves anticipating and preparing for future events, being reactive means responding to events as, or … Continue reading Why Are We Generally Prone to Being Reactive Rather Than Proactive?
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Is it I, Lord?
https://youtu.be/4t6mz8yoocY?si=mWUBkA4Wh4oJHFKW I hope this hymn, lyrics below, by Don Schulte ministers to you if you know or sense that God is calling you higher. Will you go?Oh God, please help and give us the boldness to not only say, “Yes!,” but to go wherever You lead us. Hope your Sunday is going happy 😆😍 Lyrics … Continue reading Is it I, Lord?
All Are Called, but Few Are Chosen
God calling Samuel Are you, or your child/children, one of the few chosen ones? How do you recognize that? What do you, or help them, do to answer the call and move from call to chosen? “For many are called, but few are chosen.”Matthew 22:14 KJV The above verse "many are called, but few are … Continue reading All Are Called, but Few Are Chosen
The Lifesaving Benefits of Wearing Life Jackets
Life Jackets One of my birthday weekend activity was jet skiing with my daughters. We’d all been looking forward to it.We arrived at the San Diego Mission Bay Resort, Yamaha Waverunner Sports Rental. Read and signed all waivers, watched a six-minute video for shore instructions which included knowing the speed limits and shore boundaries … … Continue reading The Lifesaving Benefits of Wearing Life Jackets
When Trust is Broken
Broken Trust Have you ever trusted someone who betrayed you? Or have you broken/betrayed another? What was the outcome of such relationship/friendship? I’ve been on both sides of the Trust coin. I have been betrayed and I have also, unintentionally, betrayed a friend. I realized that whether it is intentional or unintentional, the one betrayed … Continue reading When Trust is Broken
Of Deception and Deceivers
Deception and Deceivers Have you ever been deceived? It’s possible to be deceived without knowing it. In such cases, we take the person and relationship as “gospel,” that is, we have no reason to doubt or think otherwise. But, once we are aware of a/the deceit, having the knowledge, especially with proof, of being deceived, … Continue reading Of Deception and Deceivers
Spiritual Fatigue
Spiritual Fatigue We crown The Fatigue Series with today’s post which I believe is the biggest deal of all the fatigues. Spiritual Fatigue is the biggest deal. Why? Because anything spiritual is not seen with the naked (or physical) eyes. You merely see the effect (outcome) but not the cause. This becomes a greatert deal … Continue reading Spiritual Fatigue
Mental Fatigue
Mental Fatigue Mental fatigue, often referred to as cognitive fatigue, is a state of tiredness that can affect an individual's cognitive functions. Unlike physical fatigue, which impacts the body's muscles and energy levels, mental fatigue primarily affects the brain and its ability to process information. This condition is becoming increasingly common in today's fast-paced, high-demand … Continue reading Mental Fatigue
Emotional Fatigue vs. Physical Fatigue
Emotional and Physical Fatigue are not the same While emotional fatigue and physical fatigue can often coexist, they are distinct experiences that affect the body and mind in different ways. Understanding the differences between the two can help in identifying the right strategies for management and recovery. Definition and Nature Emotional Fatigue: Origin: Emotional fatigue … Continue reading Emotional Fatigue vs. Physical Fatigue
Physical Fatigue
Physical Fatigue What is Physical Fatigue? Physical fatigue is a state of extreme tiredness and decreased capacity to perform physical activities. It occurs when the muscles and the body are overworked or under significant strain, leading to a reduction in performance and an increase in the perception of effort required to perform tasks. Causes of … Continue reading Physical Fatigue
Emotional Fatigue: Understanding The Causes and Symptoms, with Coping Strategies
Emotional Fatigue Emotional fatigue, also known as emotional exhaustion, is a state of feeling emotionally worn out and drained as a result of accumulated stress from your personal or work life, or a combination of both. It is a common phenomenon in today’s fast-paced world and can have significant impacts on both mental and physical … Continue reading Emotional Fatigue: Understanding The Causes and Symptoms, with Coping Strategies
Understanding Fatigue
Fatigue Have you ever felt simultaneously drained, tired, and weak, and it’s not because you’re sick or you’ve overworked yourself? That kind of feeling when you have tons of things to do, know what to do, but can’t get up to do anything. That kind of feeling is not a good one and it can … Continue reading Understanding Fatigue
God’s Perspective on Common Misconceptions: Relationship Myths Debunked
Myths or God? Marriages, love, and relationships are unique, and while certain myths about each persist, it’s essential to understand them through the lens of biblical wisdom. Let’s hear God’s perspective on marriage, love, and relationships and debunk some common myths with insights from scripture. Myth #1: “Never Go to Bed Angry" Ephesians 4:26 says, … Continue reading God’s Perspective on Common Misconceptions: Relationship Myths Debunked
Relationship Myths Debunked: The Truth Behind Common Misconceptions
Myths Debunked Happy Friday to you all. Relationships are like fingerprints—each one is unique. Yet, despite their diversity, certain myths about love, relationships, and/or marriages seem to persist across cultures and generations. Let’s have some lighthearted fun debunking these common myths and shedding light on what really makes relationships tick. Myth #1: “Never Go to … Continue reading Relationship Myths Debunked: The Truth Behind Common Misconceptions
The Umbrella of Life: Tips for Shielding Oneself from Life’s Storms
Umbrella of Life Life can be unpredictable, much like a sudden downpour on a seemingly sunny day. We can't control the weather, but we can carry an umbrella to protect ourselves. Similarly, we can equip ourselves with tools and strategies to navigate life's storms. What do you do when en the storms of life rage … Continue reading The Umbrella of Life: Tips for Shielding Oneself from Life’s Storms
Cause and Cost of Inflation
Inflationary Images I received an email from Equifax, one of the credit bureaus on the above title and thought to both share it (in the link below) and write on it for my Monday Financial nuggets. The email was a reminder to know how much your credit cards will be costing you and to use … Continue reading Cause and Cost of Inflation
What is the right approach to handling a wrong done to you?
Wrongdoing and Forgiveness Glitch Most, if not all of us, have been dealt some kind of wrong at some point or the other in our lives. How did you deal with it? We wait endlessly for the wrongdoer to step up and apologize. But, the longer we tend to wait, the more hurtful the deed … Continue reading What is the right approach to handling a wrong done to you?
Navigating the Crossroads of Life
Crossroads of Life At some point in our life journey, we find ourselves standing at a crossroad, faced with the daunting choice between the familiar and the unknown. We ask ourselves and none in particular, “which way to go?” It's a moment that tests our courage, challenges our resolve, and ultimately shapes our destiny. Do … Continue reading Navigating the Crossroads of Life
DNA and Our Life Predispositions
DNA and Life Predispositions DNA plays a significant role in shaping our disposition and traits, influencing everything from our physical appearance to our personality traits. Through inheritance, DNA carries information passed down from our parents, determining aspects like eye color, hair texture, and susceptibility to certain diseases. Additionally, emerging research suggests that genetics can influence … Continue reading DNA and Our Life Predispositions
Blessed Sunday to You … You shall be like a Tree
Tree “Blessed is the man Who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly,Nor stands in the path of sinners,Nor sits in the seat of the scornful;But his delight is in the law of the Lord, And in His law he meditates day and night. He shall be like a tree Planted by the rivers … Continue reading Blessed Sunday to You … You shall be like a Tree
Not All Money is Good Money
Good Money, Bad Money on a Scale Not all money is good money is an aphorism we’re all accustomed to. However, we all merely talk about it rather than do something about it. In the pursuit of wealth, it's easy to fall into the trap of believing that all money is good money. However, a … Continue reading Not All Money is Good Money
Values and Core : How they can help your personal fulfillment
What are Values and Core Values? Our values and core values are what defines us. Knowing, understanding, and living in alignment with them lead to personal fulfillment. Likewise, living incongruous to them leads to a frustrated life. Therefore, the earlier we know what our values and core values are, the better. Values: Values are the … Continue reading Values and Core : How they can help your personal fulfillment
We wrestle 🤼♀️ everyday
We wrestle everydayas parents with our children in the morning getting them ready for the day so we can dash off to oursand at night getting them to finish their homework and go to bed on time We wrestle everydayat work with internal and external customers, and with each other competing to get that annual … Continue reading We wrestle 🤼♀️ everyday
Life is a Race of Mental Endurance
Think-Talk And life is a marathon, not a sprint Run it the best you can Along the way, time and chance will happen What do you do when both overtake you? Stay focus. Be steady. Be diligent till the end. We shall all get “there” Whatever your “there” is. 😍🙏🏾✌🏾
Trump must pay E. Jean Carroll $83 million in defamation damages, jury rules
Former President Donald Trump must pay writer E. Jean Carroll over $83 million in damages for repeatedly defaming her, a jury found Friday. — Read about it here On one hand, #45 appeared to be winning. On the other, a verdict was handed down costing millions of dollars in damages. 🤔 Just life ... we … Continue reading Trump must pay E. Jean Carroll $83 million in defamation damages, jury rules
Which would you rather be and why?
Credits to Kh-ali-l i on Pexels Life Options An employee or an employer? A tenured employee (> 5 years) with one company or an experienced employee with multiple companies? Spend 30+ years with one company or spend the 30+ years with 3 or more companies? Be a lump sum lottery winner or a spread-out 30-year … Continue reading Which would you rather be and why?
How did I get here 🤔
Credits: Pexel She woke up after several years of unintentional and uninterrupted slumber.And asked, speaking to none in particular but herself and her Maker, “how did I get here?!” She’s being in the Adam-kind of slumber(remember, the biblical Adam and Eve story?)Only for her, no Adam came from her hips. Still trying to figure out … Continue reading How did I get here 🤔
We’re all searching for something
Credits: Pexel Yes, we’re all searching for somethingThat something is different for each of usSome know what they’re searching forMost however don’tFew think they’re searching for one thingWhen in fact it’s something else they need. Many unfortunately are wandering through lifeI hope that’s neitherYou nor I. Believe you meIt’s better to be searching for somethingthan … Continue reading We’re all searching for something
Choices
Today, you are a product of the choices of your yesteryearsTomorrow, you will be a product of the choices you make today. If you don’t like who you areOr where you are todayChoose this day what tomorrow will be by making an intentional choice today Our lives revolve around choices Just like this blog’s image … Continue reading Choices
Choices
People with “Choice” Signs You have a Choice. I have a Choice. We all have Choices. We need to remind ourselves that we are never boxed in or locked up in any unfavorable situation or circumstance. None should ever say or feel that they never have a Choice. It is a matter of whether you … Continue reading Choices
Missed Shots
Credits: Pixel Most of us have had them. If you haven’t yet, it’s a great thing to be reading this today because it will help you prepare to recognize and grasp them. But, I must warn you, it is imperative to have at least one in your lifetime. That one will be your trigger or … Continue reading Missed Shots
Family, Friends
Credits: Pixel; left family, right friends Family and friends;Family or friends: Friends and family;Friends or family: Should there be an “and” or an “or” when it comes to both. How do you prioritize each in your life? Are you sometimes conflicted in deciding who to choose? For example, if both have events on the same … Continue reading Family, Friends
What do you see?
What do you see? Do you see a rotten fungi-forming (or -formed) lemon? Yay, you’re not alone. 99% of lookers will insist that the above lemon is bad and wonder why it is still sitting on the kitchen counter or in the refrigerator. It should be trashed. This picture of a “rotten lemon” was shared … Continue reading What do you see?
On turning 60
I will turn 60 in less than a week! Wow Good God, me, 60?! No way!!! But yes, indeed, I will. I don’t feel 60; neither do I, in my opinion, look 60. But I will indeed be 60. Am I supposed to act or comport myself differently now? Turning 40 was a big deal … Continue reading On turning 60
One thing I know for sure …
Credits: Unsplash / Pro Church Media No matter who you are and how many people rave about you, about your cookies or cooking or style or looks or you-name-it, one thing I now definitely know for sure is that there is always someone somewhere who doesn’t give a hoot about you, still can’t stand you … Continue reading One thing I know for sure …
Sharing Thursday: Raising our kids to be successful
https://youtu.be/CyElHdaqkjo Credits: TED I feel the above is worth sharing. Hearing it from a former Dean of Freshmen of one of the top colleges should benefit parents on both sides of the spectrum; that is, those who over-pamper their kids on one spectrum and those who are too strict with their kids on the other … Continue reading Sharing Thursday: Raising our kids to be successful
Ladies, Never Pursue a Man!
youtube.com/watch Don't shoot me, please. Yes, I'm not your Mama, but as a mother of two inwardly-beautiful young ladies (to God’s Glory), I'm also concerned as this man, R.C. Blakes, is. I just found and watched his video, totally resonate with all he says, and I believe it’s apropos to share. Though it’s addressed to … Continue reading Ladies, Never Pursue a Man!
Leisure
Credits: Unsplash / KMA What is this life if, full of care,We have no time to stand and stare? No time to stand beneath the boughsAnd stare as long as sheep or cows: No time to see, when woods we pass,Where squirrels hide their nuts in grass: No time to see, in broad daylight,Streams full … Continue reading Leisure
Blindsides
Credits: Unsplash / David Olubaji Blindside has only two definitions in each of the dictionaries (Collins, dictionary.com, Oxford, and Merriam-Webster). This is a little surprising considering that most words usually have various definitions. One meaning of Blindside relates to sports, “to tackle, hit, or attack (an opponent) from the blind side.” The other, is considered … Continue reading Blindsides
Is your Heart healthy? Or Are you on a Verge of a Heart Attack?
There are devices we can use at home to check our blood pressure, our temperature, and blood sugar for glucose level? But how does one check the heart? I do not suppose that there is a home device yet for the heart. We all need a heart check up. And I don’t mean medically. That … Continue reading Is your Heart healthy? Or Are you on a Verge of a Heart Attack?
M-Mental Development: PEMFESS+P
Credits: Unsplash / Matthew Ball Mental health and development is encompassing and this post cannot do it enough justice that it deserves. I started writing this post couple of weeks ago. It seems such a daunting topic to write that I have made endless edits every time I reviewed it. Since it’s been that long … Continue reading M-Mental Development: PEMFESS+P
Don’t Make These Morning Mistakes
Your morning routine can set the tone for the rest of your day. So don’t do these things when you get up! — Read on http://www.webmd.com/balance/ss/slideshow-morning-mistakes It’s Sharing Thursday; day that I love to share others blogs and articles that I find helpful, interesting, innovative, or just plain informative. I’m sharing #WebMD. I have followed … Continue reading Don’t Make These Morning Mistakes
“I was busy but not fulfilled.” Are you, too?
Anyone could have said that statement and it probably wouldn’t have made such an impact as it did when I had it from the 43rd President. To say that I was stunned was an understatement! I just heard Mr. George W. Bush, former President of the United States of America and former Texas State Governor, … Continue reading “I was busy but not fulfilled.” Are you, too?
Of Fathers and Daughters: Part 2 – Girl Daddies
This is the continuation of the topic, Of Fathers and Daughters. This post focuses on the Fathers also known as (aka) Girl Daddies. The first part talked about the Daughters; Daddy’s Girls. Check it out here. Girl Daddies Girl Daddies are everywhere, among cultures, races, and industries, but was popularized on the death of Kobe … Continue reading Of Fathers and Daughters: Part 2 – Girl Daddies
Of Wealth and Attitudes
Do you know what determines whether you will be wealthy or not? Or yet, if you’re wealthy, whether or not you’ll be able to manage and hold it? There is a science and art to wealth and most of us are still trying to figure it out. I do not have the right answer, but … Continue reading Of Wealth and Attitudes
Of Fathers and Daughters: Part 1 – Daddy’s Girls
Credits: Pexels Know any man who adores his daughter such that not only his whole family (immediate and extended) knows it, but his friends and the world are equally aware of the father-daughter lovely relationship? Such was the love that occurred between late and former NBA Laker Star Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna. Such … Continue reading Of Fathers and Daughters: Part 1 – Daddy’s Girls
Monday Financial Nuggets: 10 things I wish I knew about Insurance
Keeping the life insurance I had when I was younger. Generally speaking, we are all more agile and healthier at 20-30 years old than we are at 40 and over. Buying life insurance at an older age is more expensive. I realized that if I had retained the whole life insurance, I could have locked … Continue reading Monday Financial Nuggets: 10 things I wish I knew about Insurance
Jesus Ministry: Peace
Credits: Unsplash / Sunyu Peace is a state of stillness, tranquility, harmony, or serenity. A freedom of the mind from agitation, annoyance, distraction, anxiety, warring, or obsession. It is also a state or condition available to people and nations, but not all possesses it. In the absence of Peace, chaos, or agitation, anxiety, fear, and … Continue reading Jesus Ministry: Peace
Of Girls and Daughters
Why do nations and parents treat or elevate boys over girls, sons over daughters, or males over females? Do they think that The Creator made a mistake? The One who made them, made them male and female. At creation, He did not state nor gave a divine preference or importance for their roles. Granted that … Continue reading Of Girls and Daughters
Ladies and Their Last Names
Credits: Unsplash / @austinkirk Is’t necessary for ladies to change their last name on marriage? Credits: Unsplash / @beatriz_perez First, what’s in a last name? Or, put another way, what’s in your last name? Some regions call it surname. Your last name/surname is your legacy. Your DNA. Traditions In researching for this post, I found … Continue reading Ladies and Their Last Names
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