ONE WORD CHANGE YOUR WHOLE DAY - HOPE

I have spent my whole career working with people to help them achieve fulfillment.  Finding clarity, building a plan and taking steps towards that goal.   We often underestimate the impact our emotions and lack of belief in self can have. I have seen first hand the powerful impact that HOPE can have.

Hope is the foundation of optimism.   

It can be the fuel that is needed to climb out of a rough situation and it can also be the comforter in getting through times of trial.

Never underestimate the power of one word, because one word can change your whole day.

HOPE

CHIN UP!

There are some days when everyone needs a cheerleader.  That person to help lift you up, cheer you on and just pull you through those darker moments in life.   I appreciate all of my dear family and friends and who are just there when I need them.

If you need a cheerleader today, let it be me!  

Keep your chin up, dear friend. Keep the faith that there are people who are thinking of you and want the best for you.  And remember....you never have to be perfect. All you have to do is try!

ON THE OTHER SIDE

Trying new things are at times not for the faint of heart.   When we are stretched to learn, experience or discover new things, often times, it can spur fear, anxiety or bring about trepidation.

The good news is that 9 times out of 10 once you are on the other side of pushing yourself, you realize that you have overcome and it wasn't that bad after all.

The best education you can ever get is through experiencing life. Go live, live, live... because really experiencing life just might mean a whole lot more than you realize.

WAITING TO BE DISCOVERED

Every single day there is beauty and possibility waiting to be discovered.  When you start your day expectant of finding those things, you will set yourself up for living and being grateful in a more intentional way.

Today, the possibility of new beginnings and bright moments are right in front of you. Reach out to someone you love, write down that new idea or just bask in the moment of gratitude that life really is more special than you may realize.

FORGIVENESS IS LIBERATING

Forgiveness is the greatest gift that can be received and in turn can be given.

It may take decades to learn this important lesson but the single most important gift you can give yourself is the act of forgiveness.

The energy and emotion it takes to stay bitter can be better put to something more productive and positive.  Learn to let go and give way to new possibilities.

Faith, hope and love always come from allowing yourself to forgive and of course the greatest of these gifts is love.   Love always wins.

IN RETROSPECT

Life is an interesting journey isn't it?

The road is certainly steep and a hard climb sometimes, but when given the chance to look back and reflect on lessons learned and experiences had, there is always something to be gained out of it.

During the last few years, I have come to realize that hard work, focus and determination do not always win.   Sometimes you just lose. What I continue to learn is that those moments of adversity or failure build character, resilience and teach you very difficult and important lessons.

There is no way to go back, but there is always a way to go forward and you can never be faulted for trying to move forward.

TESTIMONIAL - Embracing Life

How blessed was I to receive a message a number of weeks ago sharing that my posts are making a difference.  Here is a sweet letter from Melanie, a faithful, heart filled with hope and dreams, woman who has made the decision to start living her life more fully.  

Her letter reads:

"Hi Paula.  Quick note to say I made some changes in my life last year.  One of your posts was a huge kick in the butt, saying something to the effect of 'stop being a howling dog and fix the problem'...I finally did what I had to do and quit my job and went back to school for some quick fast track upgrading and now have a job I absolutely LOVE!  It is amazing how working at a job you have passion for makes a world of difference.  It is a job I would do for free if I didn't have bills and food to pay for.   Thank-you for your post."

I have no doubt that sweet Melanie had many inspirations along the way as that's what life is all about.

Her check-in with me this week made me smile.  

She bought a funky pair of rubber boots and decided to try it out and grab some moments of FUN. Who said traipsing around in rubber boots and looking for puddles is just for kids.  

It makes me so happy to see when people make the decision to start embracing life and making decisions that are right for them, how life can change for the better.


Today I celebrate Melanie. An incredible smart, kind and bright woman who is taking a new lease on life and creating moments that mean something to her. I have no doubt that even in the little things she is inspiring others around her.

WHERE THERE IS LIGHT

Do you ever have those days, weeks or even months where you feel so clouded and just can't seem to find your way out of the mire of mess you are in?

I always believe there is a solution to be found... or many times stumbled upon... and in my books there is always hope.

If you feel like life is a bit dark right now, just remember to keep looking for the light.   It is somewhere waiting for you to find it.

Don't be afraid.

Just put yourself in another direction and there you may find that sliver of hope to lead you out of the darkness.

FINDING PEACE

Sometimes we get so busy that the clutter in our head and the overthinking, the worrying and the anxiety gets so heavy.   You know those days when everything is piled up and you can make excuses for everything and anything that is not going your way.

When we finally happen upon those precious moments of peace, a quiet knowing or realization has a way of bringing understanding to our respective situation.

Do not underestimate the power and clarity that stillness brings.   Those are the defining moments where reinvention and rejuvenation happen.

YOU ARE NOT ALONE

Dedicated to those that are struggling with life.

Sometimes knowing that you are not alone is 90% of the battle.  Believing with others and spending time with them during their time of need may not seem much to you but may mean the world to the person receiving it.