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Be kind. Be gentle. Be forgiving.

December 9, 2015 by Amy 4 Comments

Be kind. Be gentle. Be forgiving.

Hello, friends. I’m guessing that most of you, like me, try to be very kind toward others. You are generous, giving, and sensitive to the people you interact with. It is not something you have to work especially hard at. You just do it because it is who you are. Why is it then that […]

Filed Under: Inspire Tagged With: forgiving, gentle, kind, self-acceptance

In All Things, Give Thanks

November 26, 2015 by Amy Leave a Comment

In All Things, Give Thanks

Today is a bright, crisp fall day. The sun is shining, the wind is blowing, and the air is invigorating (AKA downright chilly). It makes me feel happy, energetic, and rooted in blessings. My greatest blessing is my family. I didn’t necessarily recognize how wonderful they were while I was growing up, but as I […]

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The Cave You Fear to Enter Holds the Treasure That You Seek

October 22, 2015 by Amy Leave a Comment

The Cave You Fear to Enter Holds the Treasure That You Seek

Are you the kind person who gets excited by change, or are you more likely to turn and run from it? I will admit, I am not a big fan of change. I love my comfort zone and usually tend to do anything I can to stay there. But then I found this quote… To […]

Filed Under: Inspire Tagged With: accomplish, achieve, desire, fear, seek, treasure

If It’s Important to You, You Will Find a Way

October 1, 2015 by Amy 2 Comments

If It’s Important to You, You Will Find a Way

I was raised to believe I could do anything if I set my mind to it. And while I embrace that philosophy, it doesn’t always feel possible. Some tasks feel manageable, while others seem to elude me. Why is that? Well I discovered a possible explanation in the following quote. Wow. Pause to give that a […]

Filed Under: Inspire Tagged With: excuse, find a way, get it done, important, wallpaper

Learning to Let Go

August 27, 2015 by Amy 2 Comments

Learning to Let Go

Raise your hand if you love change. Hmmm. I don’t see many hands in the air. I guess I am not alone. We have been talking in the last few posts about change, how it is often difficult, but it can also be rewarding at times. This quote combines both of those aspects of change with […]

Filed Under: Inspire Tagged With: change, letting go

Be Who You Needed When You Were Younger

July 30, 2015 by Amy Leave a Comment

Be Who You Needed When You Were Younger

I saw this quote a few days ago, and I can’t quite let it go.      Be who you needed when you were younger. It seems like a simple statement, but I think it’s one that deserves serious reflection. If I were a child today, this is what I would want the adults in […]

Filed Under: Inspire Tagged With: adults, be who you needed, children, mentoring

The Grass Is Greener Where You Water It

July 16, 2015 by Amy 3 Comments

The Grass Is Greener Where You Water It

It is only mid-July, but due to an unusually warm, dry summer, most of the grass has already turned brown. I am missing the lush green grass we used to see until the end of summer. As I was wishing for that vibrant green grass to return, I was reminded of this quote by Neil Barringham, “The grass is greener […]

Filed Under: Inspire Tagged With: grass is greener, green grass, important, priorities

From Small Actions to Lasting Change

May 16, 2015 by Amy Leave a Comment

From Small Actions to Lasting Change

Whether or not you have joined me in my weight loss challenge here is a quote to inspire you, whatever your journey may be.  If we are consistent in the little things, it will pay off.  Regardless of your goals, decide on one or two small things you can do today to start heading in […]

Filed Under: Inspire Tagged With: change, habits, persistence

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