I had a conversation with a lifelong friend this week that made me step back and think about how I manage difficult situations.  I rarely think or worry about any situation.  If it is not productive, I don’t spend time thinking about what could be or might be, I just move forward knowing that Jesus will guide me so long as I pay attention and listen for the clues.  It is rare that I even want to talk about difficult situations. There are some exceptions, particularly when I or others can learn from the mistake or issue.  For the…

My girls often tease me about having a positive attitude and outlook.  It has always been difficult for me to see people go through life looking at the glass half empty.  Negative thinking is toxic to me and I hurt inside when people believe there is no hope.  I have built my whole life around hope, faith, and love. Recently I heard someone say, “If you act negatively you can’t expect anything positive to happen.”  It was a quick comment, but one that stuck with me.  I understand that it is very difficult to change negative thinking.  However, I…

I have stepped out of my comfort zone throughout my life without hesitation.  This blog was the exception.  I knew two years in advance that I would be writing a blog documenting my story.  Jesus gave me some time to adjust to the idea of disclosing my spiritual journey to the world.  There were so many reasons I was disappointed regarding my assignment.  First, I had to adjust to understanding that my business career would be forever changed by posting on social media and blogging.  It was a mourning period for what was a very fun, exciting, and lucrative business…

A new year allows us all a new beginning.  A time when we can reevaluate what is important to us and how we are doing regarding those areas. It provides a reason to check on how we conduct our everyday lives.  Seeing if we are living out what we consider important.  An opportunity to stop and look at how we are spending our time, how we are treating others, and how we are moving forward with our priorities.  Evaluating how I am spending my time is a necessary first step.  Am I spending time doing things that will support my…