Open Your Mind

I have always loved to read!  As an adult, I allowed my brain to die meaning I stopped reading and stimulating my mind.  Last year, I began to pick up a few books to read.  One of my favorite books that I read last year was "No Matter What" by Lisa Nichols.  This book has literally changed my mind.  It allowed me to appreciate life more, forgive others (which was my downfall), and live life (which I failed to do since having my son two years ago).

Please make time for reading and if you have children, read to them as well.  My son is two and loves to read.  I started reading to him before he was even born, and he's advanced for his age.  Reading also teaches you things you were unaware of or didn't have enough information about.  I challenge you to pick up a book even if it's at your local library and stimulate those wonderful brain muscles God provided to you.  Happy Reading!

Dating Yourself

A friend of mine recently expressed that before she became engaged to her Mr. Right, she was looking for a man to complete her puzzle.  She likened her experience to having an empty puzzle piece which was going to be her spot for Mr. Right and placed everything else around this center piece.  Then she had an epiphany and began dating herself by going out to dinner on Valentine's Day by herself, decorating her home, doing all the things she wanted to do and stopped searching for Mr. Right who eventually came along without too much effort.

My question to you is, "Are you looking for that person to complete you?"  Don't put your life on hold because you are single or searching.  If you are to be in love, God will make it happen!  If you single or searching, that is completely okay.  Live your life for you and everything will fall into place and your puzzle will be complete if it is not already!

Dare to Dream

Dreams are lovely! They are even better when you turn your dreams into reality! Could you see yourself driving that red convertible with your hair blowing in the wind?  Could you see yourself traveling all over the world and eating the foods you could never pronounce properly?  Could you see yourself cleaning that huge mansion with the 8 bedrooms?  Could you see yourself being your own boss?  Whatever it is, dream and dream big!

On October 10, 2009, I took a leap of faith and fulfilled one of my long time dreams - I became my own boss!  I became an Independent Distributor for a company named Ardyss International.  Ardyss is a leader in the reshaping and wellness industry.  The company has presence in the United States, Canada, Dominican Republic, and Mexico, just to name a few countries.  I love the company, the products, the connections I have made, the freedom I have, and best of all, I get to write my own checks as my efforts determine the amount written on my checks! 

With this in mind, I dare you to dream.  Scratch that - I DARE YOU TO DREAM BIG!!!

Nurture Your Mind, Body and Soul

Marvelous Monday!  For some,  Monday is the most dreaded day of the week but it doesn't have to be.  Everyday is a gift and you should treat it as such.  For today and everyday after today, NURTURE YOUR MIND, BODY AND SOUL!  To nurture you mind, you may decide to read a spiritual or motivational book.  To nurture you body, you may decide to take a 10-minute relaxing bath with some moisturizing beads or treat yourself to a professional massage.  To nurture you soul, you may decide to have some quiet time with your Higher Power.  Whatever you decide to do, do it everday and switch it up.  Your mind, body and soul will thank you!

Stealing Your Joy?

Is there someone in your life stealing your joy?  Is it your spouse, family, friends?  Regardless of whom it may be talking negatively in your ear, you may unfortunately have to remove them from your life.  Don't block your blessings!  Some people are in your life only for a season!  Don't stop living because of what someone else says!  You know what you want and I give you permission to go for it!

What's Stopping You?

It's a New Year, a New Month and many have given up on their goals!  Don't give up as you are so close to reaching your destination!  Below are a few tips I have come up with which have helped me achieve five of my goals this year in the month of January 2011 alone:

• Write down your goals (start with the small ones first). 
• Read motivational and spiritual books to keep you motivated. 
• Surround yourself with like-minded individuals who are determined to succeed in every aspect of life! 
• If you have given up on yourself, your business, whatever it may be, ask yourself, "What's stopping me from achieving my goals?"  If the answer is you - GET OUT OF YOUR OWN WAY!  If it's fear of failure or even fear of success that is holding you back, tell yourself if you want that mansion, that car, etc. you have to breakthrough your fears/obstacles.
• Stay motivated and keep reminding yourself of what you are striving for in life!
• Think positive and don't beat yourself up.  Replace your negative chatter with positive thoughts.  Instead of telling yourself, "I'm not good enough,"  replace that statement with "I am the best because God created me and I will succeed in all I do."

I hope I have inspired you to be better and do better!

Welcome to My Blog

WELCOME TO MY BLOG!  I am excited to be able to share my thoughts with you!  I will post what I am feeling and what's on my heart at any given moment!  Some of you may relate to what I post while others may not (that's okay)!  I look forward to inspiring you!  Thanks!