Category Archives: Leading Ourselves

Changing Our Routines

Posted on June 30, 2016 by

“I recommend that people try new stuff or take new fitness classes all the time. It’s important to mix up your routine, not only for your body, but also for your mental state.” – Alison Sweeney Routines can be beneficial. … Continue reading →

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Needing to Focus

Posted on August 23, 2014 by

“Listen for the call of your destiny, and when it comes, release your plans and follow.” ― Mollie Marti The end of summer always makes me feel restless. I ask myself what do I want to do this fall? Some … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian, Inspiration, Intentional Living, journaling, Leading Ourselves, personal leadership | Tagged , , , , , | 26 Comments

Making the Commitment

Posted on July 6, 2014 by

“Commitment fuels action. Get clear about what you want to do and why you want to do it. Take action. Your time is now!” – Julie Connor, author We are past the midpoint of 2014. How are you doing on … Continue reading →

Posted in Empowerment, Healthy living, Inspiration, Intentional Living, Leading Ourselves, Motivation, personal leadership, Proactive, self-care, Weight | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 19 Comments

Are you a Leader in Your Own Life?

Posted on April 3, 2014 by

“Leadership is a series of behaviors rather than a role for heroes.” – Margaret Wheatley Are you a leader? Google this question and you’ll find articles and quizzes to help you determine the answer. But even if you are not … Continue reading →

Posted in Empowerment, Encouragement, Inspiration, Intentional Living, Leading Ourselves, Motivation, personal leadership, Proactive, self-care | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 9 Comments

Leading Our Lives

Posted on October 5, 2013 by

“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” – Mary Oliver I was taken aback when a friend asked if I’m retired. I said, “I’m not doing anything for pay but I … Continue reading →

Posted in Challenges, Empowerment, faith, Inspiration, Leading Ourselves, personal leadership, Proactive, self-care | Tagged , , , , , , , | 16 Comments

Do We Make the Most of Our Freedom?

Posted on July 15, 2013 by

“To enjoy freedom we have to control ourselves.” – Virginia Woolf I recently had the opportunity to travel to Spain and France for a vacation. In Normandy, France, we visited the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial. Thousands of our U.S. … Continue reading →

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Overcoming Inertia

Posted on May 29, 2013 by

“All that is necessary to break the spell of inertia and frustration is to act as if it were impossible to fail.” – Dorothea Brande I’ve been struggling with inertia lately in the areas of fitness, blogging, and writing in … Continue reading →

Posted in Discipline, exercise, faith, God, Leading Ourselves, Motivation, self-care, Talent, Weight | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 19 Comments