Boldness, Character, Discipline, Excellence, Influence

A Mindset of Excellence

Dan is diligently and consistently set on doing what is right and exceeding expectations. Occasionally, he feels that no matter how hard he tries, it may never be enough for some. What advice would you give Dan to stay the course? Now, let’s make it personal. Can you relate to Dan? How do you feel… Continue reading A Mindset of Excellence

Character, Discipline, Excellence, Faith

A New Thing

Welcome to Faith Connections Friday! Okay, you have set goals for the year, and you are ready to start! You enthusiastically begin the process. After one week, something happens. Setting and starting goals can seem overwhelming. Sometimes we may become discouraged or frustrated if we do not see results quickly. Or, maybe life just happens.… Continue reading A New Thing

Discipline, dream, Excellence, goal

Realistic New Year Goals

The new year presents opportunities to set goals that challenge us. We may choose to take steps toward achieving a dream or improving our health. We may choose to take on the challenge of writing a book, taking an arts or culinary class, or trying a new fitness program. When you have an idea or… Continue reading Realistic New Year Goals

Excellence, goal

Reflect, Celebrate, Go!

This week we start a new year. We reflect, celebrate, and press forward. Do you have any new goals for the new year? In reflecting on 2025, what lessons did you learn? What are your accomplishments and celebrations? This year, I learned to appreciate opportunities of continuous learning. There is such great satisfaction in learning… Continue reading Reflect, Celebrate, Go!

Discipline, Excellence, Faith, holiday, rest

Holiday Reflections

Welcome to Faith Connections Friday! Holiday schedules are full. Planning and activities seem unending. Many look forward to the arrival of the new year as normalcy begins to appear. An interesting word in the Bible that could surround the concept of rest is “selah.” The Book of Psalms is full of separate psalms with “Selah”… Continue reading Holiday Reflections

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Holiday Rest

How can I find time to rest this season? There’s so much to do! The idea of resting sounds impossible, doesn’t it? Parties. Holiday performances. Kids’ plays. Gifts to buy and wrap. Travel. Family visiting. And let’s not forget the end of the year work deadlines. The human body is a magnificent mystery. If you… Continue reading Holiday Rest