Day two came and went in a blur. Now I sit her taking it all in, analyzing, journaling. When it came to staying on page with all I hoped to accomplish today, my overall assessment is I fell short, but I set my goals high so I'm forced to strive.
When it came into checking in with my online challenge group, watching the daily video, reading others comments and posts, did it and loved reading all the things the other ladies were posting, from meals, to struggles, to inspirational photos. How blessed I am to be in the midst of so many clever ladies seeking to also love themselves more than they currently do. If you are curious and would like to follow along, just subscribe to this channel and you won't miss a thing:
When it came to eating healthy, I rocked it until I found 17 milk chocolate chips in a snack cup. I couldn't keep myself from eating them. It is what it is!
When it came to blogging, I managed to publish a new blog post and even shared it on facebook and pinterest, but I really need to market my blog on more outlets.
Where tasks on my household to do list are concerned, all goals were all met, including buying a workout bench with tension bands so that I can do all the things I was doing at planet fitness with my personal trainer. My bonus there was I ran into another blessing from God while there and got to tell her I loved and missed her, no hug, we both are following guidelines. Is it weird for anyone else to talk to someone you've known for almost a decade while wearing masks?
Where I feel I failed was in the areas of me making progress in my school work and working out. I did a few yoga stretches, but nothing like what I was doing at the gym. With having the new equipment at home though, I am hoping to improve upon this area tomorrow.
My blessing today is that while I fell short of my goals, I had bouts of laughter, enjoyed time with my children, had moments with God, connected with friends, prayed over friends, made advancements in my pursuit of learning to love myself and truly kept my focus on the LORD all day.
Years ago, I was trying to work on a solid way in which I could stay positive and focused all day, every day, no matter what came my way. While in the beginning I tried to ensure that I began each day with a bit of Scripture, as a mom of many, this did not always work out. I'm sure any mom can tell you that our morning routine often gets sidetracked. In the end, what worked for helping me to keep my focus on what mattered each minute of each day was renaming my days. Over the course of the last few years, I fell out of that habit. . . as of today, I have commited to once again reflect upon the days of the week as they come by the new extended name I assigned each one. I could simply type them out, but I think this may explain it way better ~ leave me a comment on the video or this post letting me know if you would like to join me in renaming your days!
When it came into checking in with my online challenge group, watching the daily video, reading others comments and posts, did it and loved reading all the things the other ladies were posting, from meals, to struggles, to inspirational photos. How blessed I am to be in the midst of so many clever ladies seeking to also love themselves more than they currently do. If you are curious and would like to follow along, just subscribe to this channel and you won't miss a thing:
When it came to eating healthy, I rocked it until I found 17 milk chocolate chips in a snack cup. I couldn't keep myself from eating them. It is what it is!
When it came to blogging, I managed to publish a new blog post and even shared it on facebook and pinterest, but I really need to market my blog on more outlets.
Where tasks on my household to do list are concerned, all goals were all met, including buying a workout bench with tension bands so that I can do all the things I was doing at planet fitness with my personal trainer. My bonus there was I ran into another blessing from God while there and got to tell her I loved and missed her, no hug, we both are following guidelines. Is it weird for anyone else to talk to someone you've known for almost a decade while wearing masks?
Where I feel I failed was in the areas of me making progress in my school work and working out. I did a few yoga stretches, but nothing like what I was doing at the gym. With having the new equipment at home though, I am hoping to improve upon this area tomorrow.
My blessing today is that while I fell short of my goals, I had bouts of laughter, enjoyed time with my children, had moments with God, connected with friends, prayed over friends, made advancements in my pursuit of learning to love myself and truly kept my focus on the LORD all day.
Years ago, I was trying to work on a solid way in which I could stay positive and focused all day, every day, no matter what came my way. While in the beginning I tried to ensure that I began each day with a bit of Scripture, as a mom of many, this did not always work out. I'm sure any mom can tell you that our morning routine often gets sidetracked. In the end, what worked for helping me to keep my focus on what mattered each minute of each day was renaming my days. Over the course of the last few years, I fell out of that habit. . . as of today, I have commited to once again reflect upon the days of the week as they come by the new extended name I assigned each one. I could simply type them out, but I think this may explain it way better ~ leave me a comment on the video or this post letting me know if you would like to join me in renaming your days!
No matter what or where you are at in life, if you are looking for a way to feel better about all things, you have to change your mindset. This truth is clearly revealed in Scripture. Here are a couple of great verses to back up my claim:
and that you be renewed in the spirit of your mind, (Ephesians 4:23, NASB)
And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect. (Romans 12:2, NASB)
you should know that the will of God is truly to see yourself as he sees you . . . do you know how God sees you? You should because it will help you realize that it is okay to love yourself as you are, as he created you, as he sees you, not as the world views you.
I will give thanks to You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Wonderful are Your works, And my soul knows it very well. (Psalm 139:14, NASB)
Whether you are a reader of Scripture or not, these verses speak volumes to how and why you need to pay attention to what you are saying to yourself and what you are buying into from those in the world. I can promise you this much, if it is not kind, if it is not uplifting or encouraging, it is not from God, because his desire is the best for you in every way possible. After all, he sent his only son into this world to reveal these truths to you.
Father today I thank you for the ways in which you inspire me. I thank you for the many incredible women you bring into my life. I thank you for loving me and I just hope that I can be all that you created me to be. Please help me with that one! In the name of Jesus I pray. Amen!
Wendy, mom of many, girl who walks with God
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