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Nurture Small Habits for Lasting Positive Change

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Change doesn’t always come from grand gestures—it often begins with tiny, intentional steps. Like seeds planted in winter soil, small habits have the power to grow into meaningful transformation over time.

Start with something achievable: drinking more water, journaling for five minutes a day, taking a short walk, or practicing gratitude each morning. These small acts may seem minor now, but with consistency, they take root and flourish. Over time, the cumulative effect of these tiny habits can ripple through your life, shaping your routines, mindset, and overall well-being.

The key is patience and kindness toward yourself. Growth doesn’t happen overnight, and there will be moments when old patterns resurface or progress feels slow. That’s okay. Every attempt, no matter how small, is a seed of possibility—worth nurturing, worth celebrating.

Consider this an invitation to reflect on one small habit you could plant today. Imagine how it might grow by the end of the year. Even the tiniest change, when practiced regularly, can become something meaningful: a new routine, a healthier habit, or a mindset shift that transforms how you approach your days.

By planting these seeds now, you give yourself the gift of time, patience, and possibility. The growth might be slow and subtle, but it is real—and it has the power to create lasting, positive change.

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Thoughtful Thursday Perspective

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Have you ever been in a situation where the other person upsets you with harsh words or failed to see your point of view? I think most of us have experienced something similar in one way or another.

Don Miguel Ruiz has written several books and in “The Fifth Agreement,” he makes an excellent analogy using movie theaters. The gist of it was that you go into a movie theater that’s showing a movie about your life. You recognize everyone in the scene and remember it playing out exactly that way because this was from your point of view.

After a few minutes you go to the next theater and the same movie is playing. However, this movie is different than the last because this is your mother’s point of view. You see yourself differently because this is how she perceives you to be. You also notice your mother’s character is quite different from your movie because this is based on her story and how she feels about herself and perceives everyone and everything around her.

You go from theater to theater and the story keeps changing as the main characters and points of view change. What you need to remember is that each person you engage with in your life will have their full attention on themselves and what they create and believe to be true in their minds. Once you understand everyone has a completely different point of view it will change how you view the world around you. And when someone uses harsh words or does something that upsets you, understand that what they’re projecting onto you isn’t about you, it’s about themselves and what they perceive to be real. Dealing with conflicts from this point of view will be much easier but it will take lots of practice.

Lots of food for thought in this post but I hope you enjoyed it. Thanks for stopping by!!

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Thoughtful Thursday The Motivation Manifesto Book Review

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Have you ever been in a tough spot and found you didn’t react to the situation as your best self? You let your feelings and emotions get the better of you. I know it’s happened to me many times during my life and I’m sure you’ve had some moments too.

Learning about personal growth helps us to become a better person and teaches us not to react so harshly and negatively in certain situations. It helps us to better understand ourselves and those around us so that we may live happier and more meaningful lives.

Brendon Burchard is one of New York Times best selling authors and he’s also one of the leading Life Coach and High Performance Trainers in the industry. Brendon wrote “The Motivation Manifesto,” to help the reader with personal growth by reclaiming personal power and freedom.

This is a well written book and Brendon does an excellent job explaining the nine declarations of motivation and personal power so the reader is equipped with the knowledge needed to unleash their inner strength. In addition, he also includes strategies and exercises to help apply these principles to life. Plus Brendon gives insights from his own personal journey and from some of the greatest leaders in history.

I highly recommend Brendon Burchard’s book, “The Motivation Manifesto.” It’s a game changer!

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Thoughtful Thursday 15 Inspiring Quotes

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We all need a little boost at one time or another and the right words at the right time can have a dramatic impact in our lives. I’m an avid lover of quotes and words have a way of touching our hearts and getting our minds to listen so we change for the better.

Here are 15 quotes to inspire you:

  • “Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going.” ~Jim Rohn
  • “Build your own dreams, or someone else will hire you to build theirs.” ~Farrah Gray
  • “The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” ~Lao Tzu
  • “One of the most important principles of success is developing the habit of going the extra mile.” ~Napoleon Hill
  • “Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success have no meaning.” ~Benjamin Franklin
  • “If you can’t fly, then run. If you can’t run, then walk. If you can’t walk, then crawl, but whatever you do, you have to keep moving forward.” ~Martin Luther King, Jr.
  • “People are just as happy as they make up their minds to be.” ~Abraham Lincoln
  • “People say motivation doesn’t last. Well, either does bathing. That’s why we recommend it daily.” ~Zig Ziglar
  • “Our greatest challenges in life should be those we give ourselves to reach our full potential.” ~Brendon Burchard
  • “You can be discouraged by failure or you can learn from it. So go ahead and make mistakes. Make all you can because that’s where you will find success, on the other side of failure.” ~Thomas Watson
  • “The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.” ~Ralph Waldo Emerson
  • “Successful people are not people without problems. They are people who have learned to solve their problems.” ~Earl Nightingale
  • “Don’ be afraid of new ideas. Bea afraid of old ideas. They keep you where you are and stop you from growing and moving forward. Concentrate on where you want to go, not on what you fear.” ~Tony Robbins
  • “It doesn’t matter where you’re coming from. All that matters is where you are going.” ~Brian Tracy
  • “There has never been and there will never be another you. You have purpose – a very special gift that only you can bring to the world.” ~Marie Forleo

I hope these words of wisdom will lift your spirit when you need it most and fuel your passion for your dreams!

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Thoughtful Thursday Excuses be Gone Book Review

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I was working in an online class where I created a detailed sketch of a girl with flowing hair and butterflies (I’ll share that with you later this week). But it had taken quite a few tries and quite some time to get the sketch just right.

I needed to paint her so I could bring her to life, yet I found myself stuck. I really wanted to paint her but was afraid to ruin the sketch that had taken hours to complete. I came up with all sorts of excuses as to why I couldn’t or rather wouldn’t paint her. Finally I thought this is ridiculous because I’ve painted so many portraits before that turned out pretty good. Then I remembered Wayne Dyer’s book, “Excuses be Gone!” and silenced those negative nellies in my mind. I painted her and you know what, she turned out pretty awesome.

But I wasn’t paying attention to my thoughts and let them run wild. So this whole thing was a good reminder for me of what I need to be doing, minding my thoughts. I had read Wayne Dyer’s book a while ago and loved it. In his book he explains why all of us at one time or another become victims of our own self defeating thoughts that can immobilize our progress in life. Wayne also describes how to silence those negative thoughts so we can move forward.

It’s not always easy because sometimes we forget to keep up with the practice. But this book was well written and quite an eye opener and I’ll be putting it on list to read again😊 I highly recommend Wayne Dyers book “Excuses be Gone!” You won’t be disappointed!

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“If you really want to do something you’ll find a way. If you don’t you’ll find an excuse.” ~Jim Rohn

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Thoughtful Thursday “Act as if it were impossible to fail.”

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“Act as if it were impossible to fail.” is a quote by Dorothea Brande from her book Wake Up and Live! It’s a simple quote that is so very powerful. When you think about it, what would you do differently if you knew it were impossible to fail? Personally, I can think of lots of things I would have done differently in my life and I’m sure you can to.

It’s not a far fetched idea, but something that’s pretty basic if we’d only believe. We have a tendency to create so many obstacles in our minds that stop us dead in our tracks from reaching our goals and creating our dream life. But why?

The reasons can vary drastically from one person to next. But I think the first step is to look at ourselves in the mirror and be accountable for our actions, thoughts and attitudes. Because these are the things that brought us to where we are today.

The next step which is easier said than done is to dig deeper and look at where some of these beliefs and thoughts started and what started them. Is it something our parents taught us? Or is it a result of something that happened to us? Is it combination of both of these things or something else? But you must be completely honest with yourself if you are to move forward.

Once we have a better understanding of why we react a certain way to certain situations we stand a better chance of conquering the obstacles we created for ourselves. And as a result we can move on to bigger and better things.

I hope these words of wisdom by Dorothea Brande inspire you in some way today! Thanks for stopping by!!

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“All that is necessary to break the spell of inertia and frustration is this: Act as if it were impossible to fail. That is the talisman, the formula, the command of right-about-face which turns us from failure towards success.” ~Dorothea Brande

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Thoughtful Thursday 15 Motivational Quotes

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The beginning of a new year is a chance for most to set new intentions to create the life of their dreams. But things don’t always go according to plan and we can get discouraged and even give up.

In my personal experience I’ve found that sometimes all you need is to hear the right words at the right time to get you back on track and reignite your passion. I’ve collected these 15 uplifting and inspiring quotes to help keep you motivated this year:

  • “When obstacle arises, you change your direction to reach your goal, you do not change your decision to get there.” ~Zig Ziglar
  • “You’ve got to get up every morning with determination if you’re going to go to bed with satisfaction.” ~George Horace Lorimer
  • “Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.” ~Theodore Roosevelt
  • “Identify your problems, but give your power and energy to solutions.” ~Tony Robbins
  • “Do not fear ridicule or rejection; fear the consequence of an unlived life that comes from not expressing yourself or pursuing your own path.” ~Brendon Burchard
  • “Not having the best situation but seeing the best in your situation is the key to happiness.” ~Marie Forleo
  • “Your life does not get better by chance, it gets better by change.” ~Jim Rohn
  • If you are depressed, you are living in the past. If your are anxious, you are living in the future. If your are at peace, you are living in the present.” ~Lao Tzu
  • “Whatever you put your attention on will grow stronger in your life.” ~Deepak Chopra
  • “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit.” ~Aristotle
  • “All of our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.” ~Walt Disney
  • “Whoever loves much, performs much and can accomplish much, and what is done in love is done well.” ~Vincent Van Gogh
  • “Faith is the bridge to all dreams.” ~Bryant McGill
  • “A river cuts through rock, not because of its power, but because of its persistance.” ~James N Watkins
  • “You can’t just wish for a better life, you must go out there and create it.” ~Joel Brown

I hope these words of wisdom will lift your spirit when you need it most and fuel your passion so you can work towards your dreams!

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Thoughtful Thursday Reach for the Stars!

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Hard to believe the New Year will be here in just a few short days. There’s so much to think about during this time as we get ready to welcome a new era into our lives. I’ve been very busy plotting and planning my goals for the coming year and working on my battle board.

I’m determined more than ever to make this new year count and to reach the goals I set for myself so that my dreams will become my reality. But you have to take the first step and set goals. Don’t set so many they’re hard to attain and don’t make them too easy, they should challenge you. I’m sticking with 3 major goals and prioritizing the rest. I’m also adding deadlines for when I’ll reach these goals to keep me more accountable.

Once you finalize your goals, you need to come up with a plan to reach them. Outline the steps, in detail on what exactly you need to do to get there. Do you need to read a book or take an online course to learn new skills to reach your goal? Or is there physical work that you need to do like start an exercise program and eat a healthy diet? What ever you need to do, write it down.

The last step for success is to actually start following the plan you designed for yourself. Look at your goals everyday and do at least 1 thing daily to bring you closer to your goals.

The sheer act of starting your plan will make you happy. After a few days you’ll be excited that you stuck to it and your confidence and self esteem will grow tremendously. So remember to keep going and reach for the stars because anything is possible!!!

Here are a few motivational clips and tutorials to help you get started:

Hope this inspires you today and thanks for stopping by!!

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Thoughtful Thursday One Step at a Time

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It’s hard to believe today is already December 1st and year is almost over. This is the perfect time to give some thought to the coming new year. As human beings we have the incredible ability to see the end result of something before we even get started. So where do you see yourself in a year from now or 5 years from now?

It’s so important that you envision where you want to be because you’re going to end up somewhere in the next year or the next five but the question is where will you end up? Are you going to spin in circles with no aiming point or are you going to make your dreams a reality? The choice is yours so pave your path to the future you want for yourself. Start by acting as though what you desire is already yours. This will help you envision it more clearly so it will become your reality.

All of your thoughts, actions and decisions have brought you to where you are today. But to get to the future you envision for yourself, you most likely need to make changes. They don’t have to be drastic but start with 1 thing that will bring you closer to your dream. Keep doing that 1 thing everyday until it becomes a habit. Then change 1 more thing and repeat the process.

Before you know it, you’ll be 10 steps closer to your vision. And if you reach your destination and decide it’s not for you or you have a change of heart along the way, then change your path and envision something new. Remember anything is possible but you must take that first step so life can give you the opportunities and circumstances to make your visions, your reality.

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Thoughtful Thursday Book Review – Grace Notes by Alexandra Stoddard

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With this year coming to an end, faster than I’d like I thought I’d share this book review with you. It’s written by Alexandra Stoddard and is titled “Grace Notes.” In this book Alexandra offers 365 daily meditations of grace, one for each day of the year. So with January 1st fast approaching now is a good time to get the book so you can start the new year off on a positive note.

The book is beautifully written with inspiring words of encouragement, love and grace. She even gives you a few lines at the bottom of each day to write you own thoughts if you like. Alexandra also includes with each day famous inspirational quotes and her own personal insights. You can find Grace Notes on Amazon where you can also preview a few sample pages to get a better idea of what the book is really like.

With as crazy as things have become, this is simply a nice way to start each day. It’s a gentle reminder of how to live life with grace. I highly recommend this book!

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