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December 28, 2020
Appreciate & Be Thankful
We are a few days away from 2021. Looking back over this year, you must agree with me, that God has been extremely good to us. The global pandemic, which disrupted everything this year, has taken the lives of millions of people around the world, changed the way we do business and our educational systems. Church as we knew it will never be the same. Everything was interrupted.
Today as you read this blog, I want you to take a few minutes and reflect on what you’ve experienced and how far you’ve come this past year. In the midst of all that is happening in this world during, it is with confidence I believe you and I can stop and identify so many things we can be extremely grateful for.
One of the things I’ve come to realize is we often have a terrible practice of focusing on what we don’t have rather than appreciating what we do have. Before you go into the new year it is imperative you learn to appreciate what you have right now.
I truly believe for those of you who would like to restart your life in 2021, you need to embrace the idea of being grateful for what you already have.
There are so many people who are distracted by all that’s happening around them. They are comparing themselves with their family and friends or even those they see on social media. Comparing yourself with others is a complete waste of your energy.
As you prepare for the new year I need you to remember, nothing new can come into your life unless you are grateful for what you already have.
Living life effectively going into 2021, it is critical you understand, gratitude is an amazing attribute to have . Make a plan now to start with a small healthy practice of incorporating gratitude journaling to document the hundreds of things you can note that you’re grateful for.
It is extremely important you are always grateful for what you have, no matter how little it is. It is impossible to live life effectively without being grateful. The new year has a lot to offer to all of us but very few people will enjoy it because they have become distracted by all they want and not appreciating all they have.
Let me ask you this question. If you are not grateful for what you already have, what makes you think you would be happy with more?
Do yourself a favor and register for my upcoming BUILD YOUR BEST YEAR WEBINAR today. It’s January 4 - 5, 2021! It’s a virtual training that’s going to help you to make the most out of the new year.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Do you have resolutions or goals for 2021?
Today as you read this blog, I want you to take a few minutes and reflect on what you’ve experienced and how far you’ve come this past year. In the midst of all that is happening in this world during, it is with confidence I believe you and I can stop and identify so many things we can be extremely grateful for.
One of the things I’ve come to realize is we often have a terrible practice of focusing on what we don’t have rather than appreciating what we do have. Before you go into the new year it is imperative you learn to appreciate what you have right now.
I truly believe for those of you who would like to restart your life in 2021, you need to embrace the idea of being grateful for what you already have.
There are so many people who are distracted by all that’s happening around them. They are comparing themselves with their family and friends or even those they see on social media. Comparing yourself with others is a complete waste of your energy.
As you prepare for the new year I need you to remember, nothing new can come into your life unless you are grateful for what you already have.
Living life effectively going into 2021, it is critical you understand, gratitude is an amazing attribute to have . Make a plan now to start with a small healthy practice of incorporating gratitude journaling to document the hundreds of things you can note that you’re grateful for.
It is extremely important you are always grateful for what you have, no matter how little it is. It is impossible to live life effectively without being grateful. The new year has a lot to offer to all of us but very few people will enjoy it because they have become distracted by all they want and not appreciating all they have.
Let me ask you this question. If you are not grateful for what you already have, what makes you think you would be happy with more?
Do yourself a favor and register for my upcoming BUILD YOUR BEST YEAR WEBINAR today. It’s January 4 - 5, 2021! It’s a virtual training that’s going to help you to make the most out of the new year.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Do you have resolutions or goals for 2021?
December 21, 2020
Winners or Losers
As we prepare for this Christmas holiday, I want to encourage you to stop and evaluate your associations. Who you surround yourself with, does matter. Everyone isn’t good for you and it’s important you know how and when to disconnect yourself from those who hindering you from maximizing your potential.
Show me your friends and I will show your future. Don’t waste time on people who have a negative mindset. Take time to appreciate those who appreciate you and believe in you. Surround yourself with people that want to see you win.
Repeat after me: I am the average of the top 5 people I spend the most time with.
Energy is very contagious. If your friends are poor, lazy, procrastinators, negative and unfulfilled then guess who could possibly join them?
A bad inner circle can have a damaging, lasting negative impact on your potential. Likewise, a good, strong, positive, progressive minded inner circle can have a profound effect on your life.
Surround yourself with those who want to see you win and not those who are jealous and intimidated by your success, growth, and development.
One of your major goals in life should be to connect with those who are winning in life and have the potential to influence you to go to a greater level.
If you surround yourself with winners, you are bound to win.
If you surround yourself with losers, you are bound to lose.
You become what you surround yourself with. Choose wisely.
I encourage you to join a group of winners, our Effective Living Group Coaching. The private Facebook group has people who are on a journey to create the life they don’t need to take a vacation from. Coaching in this safe, structured, group setting allows for networking, collaboration, team building, and accountability, offering support for you as an individual. During the weekday, I offer exclusive content by video, just for those within the group. This is where you want to be in 2021. Get more information HERE.
Also don’t forget to make plans to join my webinar, Build Your Best Year. It will be January 4 and 5, 2021. Register HERE. Register today! The price will increase January 1.
The Effective Living Life Management Agency team and myself wish you a Merry Christmas!
Show me your friends and I will show your future. Don’t waste time on people who have a negative mindset. Take time to appreciate those who appreciate you and believe in you. Surround yourself with people that want to see you win.
Repeat after me: I am the average of the top 5 people I spend the most time with.
Energy is very contagious. If your friends are poor, lazy, procrastinators, negative and unfulfilled then guess who could possibly join them?
A bad inner circle can have a damaging, lasting negative impact on your potential. Likewise, a good, strong, positive, progressive minded inner circle can have a profound effect on your life.
Surround yourself with those who want to see you win and not those who are jealous and intimidated by your success, growth, and development.
One of your major goals in life should be to connect with those who are winning in life and have the potential to influence you to go to a greater level.
If you surround yourself with winners, you are bound to win.
If you surround yourself with losers, you are bound to lose.
You become what you surround yourself with. Choose wisely.
I encourage you to join a group of winners, our Effective Living Group Coaching. The private Facebook group has people who are on a journey to create the life they don’t need to take a vacation from. Coaching in this safe, structured, group setting allows for networking, collaboration, team building, and accountability, offering support for you as an individual. During the weekday, I offer exclusive content by video, just for those within the group. This is where you want to be in 2021. Get more information HERE.
Also don’t forget to make plans to join my webinar, Build Your Best Year. It will be January 4 and 5, 2021. Register HERE. Register today! The price will increase January 1.
The Effective Living Life Management Agency team and myself wish you a Merry Christmas!
December 14, 2020
Enjoy the Present or Secure the Future
There are two reasons life is hard. One – we are leaving our comfort zone. Or two – we are staying in it. You’re either finding yourself living in the present or overly focused on the future. Did you know that you can structure yourself in a way where you’re enjoying both? You can live in the present while being focused on your future. The choices we make affect our lives.
There is this constant need to manage the idea of instant gratification verses delayed gratification as you are trying to live life effectively. At times you must live in the now and enjoy the moment. Then there are times you must delay gratification because of what you desire over a long period of time.
Delayed gratification is a winning approach. It is very beneficial for the person who is committed to living life effectively. It’s important you understand, not everything has to be done that very moment. Think about that purchase before you make it. Sleep on it and if in the morning it still makes sense, then go for it. This does not just apply to purchases, but many other things, as well.
The temptation of living in the moment is so big, it can be very difficult not to give in. There are many times in life you should give in. You need to do it deliberately. You should always consider the future expense you are paying, because in life you’re always trading with the future. IT’S ALL A TRADE GAME!
If you only invest in the present you will think the future doesn’t look that bright. If you postpone satisfaction until you’re older, you will not maximize life’s enjoyment. There is this constant tug of war going on in the life of someone that is desiring to live life effectively.
Too often we live in the past or enjoy in the present instead of adopting the actions that will secure the future.
Dave Ramsey says, "If you will live like no one else, later you can live like no one else!”
The difference between where you are and where you ought to be is the pain you're unwilling to endure or the price you're unwilling to pay.
The only thing everyone has equal in this life is time! Whether old or young, we all have 24-hours a day, 365 days, 12 months a year. Your time can be your asset or your liability.
You can play now and pay later or pay now and play later. Choice is yours!
Join me at my upcoming webinar, Build Your Best Year, to be held January 4-5, 2021. I will teach you strategies that will help you maximize the time you are given. This 4-part webinar we will discuss your beliefs, your relationships, establishing your goals, and how achievements and habits work together. This webinar will set you up for success in the new year. Be sure to register today HERE.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: How are you balancing enjoying your now, while also focusing on your future?
There is this constant need to manage the idea of instant gratification verses delayed gratification as you are trying to live life effectively. At times you must live in the now and enjoy the moment. Then there are times you must delay gratification because of what you desire over a long period of time.
Delayed gratification is a winning approach. It is very beneficial for the person who is committed to living life effectively. It’s important you understand, not everything has to be done that very moment. Think about that purchase before you make it. Sleep on it and if in the morning it still makes sense, then go for it. This does not just apply to purchases, but many other things, as well.
The temptation of living in the moment is so big, it can be very difficult not to give in. There are many times in life you should give in. You need to do it deliberately. You should always consider the future expense you are paying, because in life you’re always trading with the future. IT’S ALL A TRADE GAME!
If you only invest in the present you will think the future doesn’t look that bright. If you postpone satisfaction until you’re older, you will not maximize life’s enjoyment. There is this constant tug of war going on in the life of someone that is desiring to live life effectively.
Too often we live in the past or enjoy in the present instead of adopting the actions that will secure the future.
Dave Ramsey says, "If you will live like no one else, later you can live like no one else!”
The difference between where you are and where you ought to be is the pain you're unwilling to endure or the price you're unwilling to pay.
The only thing everyone has equal in this life is time! Whether old or young, we all have 24-hours a day, 365 days, 12 months a year. Your time can be your asset or your liability.
You can play now and pay later or pay now and play later. Choice is yours!
Join me at my upcoming webinar, Build Your Best Year, to be held January 4-5, 2021. I will teach you strategies that will help you maximize the time you are given. This 4-part webinar we will discuss your beliefs, your relationships, establishing your goals, and how achievements and habits work together. This webinar will set you up for success in the new year. Be sure to register today HERE.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: How are you balancing enjoying your now, while also focusing on your future?
December 7, 2020
Regret of Failure?
Would you rather deal with failure or the regret of not trying at all?
The choices we make are critical. They are the key to our future and happiness. We are the sum total of every decision we make.
Failing to do something will cost you to live a life of regret. Most people don’t take the time to study their choices and become more skilled in mastering their decision-making abilities. There are a lot of people who are living, simply going through the motions of work, eat, sleep, and repeat.
They work, come home, eat, and sleep. They do this on repeat every day. When they finally get a day off, they have to clean and run errands and then repeat the cycle just to barely make a living.
They barely make enough money to spend on anything extra for themselves and even if they did have the income, they don't have time off to enjoy nice things. They want to be happy, but they never have time to journey or visit friends or do anything they find interesting. It’s a horrible position to find yourself in as a person. Being given time, but not knowing how to use it is extremely common.
I’ve been teaching my coaching clients, the feeling of regret is much worse than the feeling of failure. Risk and failure are a state of mind.
Nothing haunts you like what you didn’t do. Failure – whether of personal, professional, or even spiritual – is essential for personal expansion. You can’t be afraid to do what you need to do, even if it does not work out for you. At least you will be able to say you tried. The goal is to try to live life to the fullest. On your journey, you will experience some defeats. However, your defeats do not make you a failure.
Never regret your past. Rather embrace it as the teacher it is. Learn from your past so you can continue to improve in every area of your life. The goal is not to live a life of regret but to embrace each day, living life to the fullest.
If I fail, I remind myself, if I had not tried, I would not have known what it would have been like. Then I would be living in regret, which I think is even more depressing than failure. The constant thoughts of what would've, could've, or should've been would linger. So even though I failed, I tried something. I have no regrets about trying and I would do it all over again if I was given the opportunity, now having learned something.
Remember, regret is harder on the mind than failure. Failure is temporary. Regret is forever. Do not fear failure, but please be terrified of regret.
If you're not starting something today to improve your life or your situation because you're afraid (of failure or something else), you will come to regret it later. I promise.
Just start. Commit now to live in your life to the fullest!
As you choose to commit your life to the fullest, be sure you position yourself to have your best year yet. Make plans now to join us for the Build Your Best Year webinar, Janurary 4 and 5, 2021. In this 4-part webinar, we will lay the foundation and discuss how your beliefs shape your reality, and how the journey is better with friends. Building from there, we will discuss establishing your new year goals and how achievements and habits work together. You can register online HERE or click the picture below.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What's something you are going to try before 2020 is over?
The choices we make are critical. They are the key to our future and happiness. We are the sum total of every decision we make.
Failing to do something will cost you to live a life of regret. Most people don’t take the time to study their choices and become more skilled in mastering their decision-making abilities. There are a lot of people who are living, simply going through the motions of work, eat, sleep, and repeat.
They work, come home, eat, and sleep. They do this on repeat every day. When they finally get a day off, they have to clean and run errands and then repeat the cycle just to barely make a living.
They barely make enough money to spend on anything extra for themselves and even if they did have the income, they don't have time off to enjoy nice things. They want to be happy, but they never have time to journey or visit friends or do anything they find interesting. It’s a horrible position to find yourself in as a person. Being given time, but not knowing how to use it is extremely common.
I’ve been teaching my coaching clients, the feeling of regret is much worse than the feeling of failure. Risk and failure are a state of mind.
Nothing haunts you like what you didn’t do. Failure – whether of personal, professional, or even spiritual – is essential for personal expansion. You can’t be afraid to do what you need to do, even if it does not work out for you. At least you will be able to say you tried. The goal is to try to live life to the fullest. On your journey, you will experience some defeats. However, your defeats do not make you a failure.
Never regret your past. Rather embrace it as the teacher it is. Learn from your past so you can continue to improve in every area of your life. The goal is not to live a life of regret but to embrace each day, living life to the fullest.
If I fail, I remind myself, if I had not tried, I would not have known what it would have been like. Then I would be living in regret, which I think is even more depressing than failure. The constant thoughts of what would've, could've, or should've been would linger. So even though I failed, I tried something. I have no regrets about trying and I would do it all over again if I was given the opportunity, now having learned something.
Remember, regret is harder on the mind than failure. Failure is temporary. Regret is forever. Do not fear failure, but please be terrified of regret.
If you're not starting something today to improve your life or your situation because you're afraid (of failure or something else), you will come to regret it later. I promise.
Just start. Commit now to live in your life to the fullest!
As you choose to commit your life to the fullest, be sure you position yourself to have your best year yet. Make plans now to join us for the Build Your Best Year webinar, Janurary 4 and 5, 2021. In this 4-part webinar, we will lay the foundation and discuss how your beliefs shape your reality, and how the journey is better with friends. Building from there, we will discuss establishing your new year goals and how achievements and habits work together. You can register online HERE or click the picture below.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What's something you are going to try before 2020 is over?
November 30, 2020
I'm Thankful
As we reflect on this past Thanksgiving weekend, we should make a conscious effort to remember to be thankful every day of our lives. There is so much to be thankful for this year.
I think it is essential we put things in perspective. This is a year like no other year we have ever experienced in our lifetime. Hundreds of thousands of people have lost their lives due to COVID-19. Lately, I’ve been reflecting on my 45 years of existence and learning to appreciate every day to the fullest. I understand now and appreciate more than ever that tomorrow is not promised to any of us.
Too often, we treat gratitude as a holiday ornament that we pull from the garage when we’re ready to decorate the tree. After the festivities are over, we pack it away and get back to the daily grind of life. I hope after all we have experienced this year, we will not allow this to be another holiday season like years prior. Let’s be mindful not to be so busy looking to the past, that we forget what is right here in the now. Let us be thankful for life that we are living right now.
I’d like to share a few thoughts that I have about the holidays.
First, we all have something to be thankful for. Sometimes we have to remind ourselves of the many reasons we have to be grateful. We should all take some time this week and come up with a gratitude list. Find ten things we are thankful for. Practicing gratitude is one of 10 ways to practice self-care for Effective Living.
Over the years I’ve had the privilege of traveling back-and-forth to the Bahamas more than a half a dozen times each year. Unfortunately, due to the ongoing global pandemic, everything has stopped regarding my travel. Since my travel has been suspended, an advantage of slowing down, is I am now able to see and appreciate how much God has blessed me when I choose to look at all that’s happening within our world. I encourage you to make your list of how God has blessed you.
Second, for more than 15 years, I’ve had the privilege of hosting my mother here in Texas for Christmas and a handful of Thanksgivings. This year brings special meaning for me knowing I still have my mother with me to enjoy the holiday season. When my mother comes to Texas, she prepares all the food I have missed from when I grew up in the Bahamas. We’ve got to learn to appreciate the little things. I’m extremely aware of how little time we have with our precious loved ones. No matter what you did on Thanksgiving Day, now as you prepare for Christmas, go ahead and stop to reflect on all of God‘s wonderful blessings. There are people He has placed in your life you need to celebrate and appreciate.
Finally, let this be a time when we can set aside our pettiness, disagreements, differences, and unforgiveness. There are too many individuals carrying their past offenses into their future, not allowing themselves to let go of the weight of problematic issues they’ve had with people. During this season let’s learn to come together in peace and love. Let’s also remember we must put things in perspective, look at the bigger picture, and understand most of that stuff is small stuff. In the end, all those things have an opportunity to get lost in the love, in the laughs, and in the food for our soul. My mother taught me family means more than our indifferences.
I have so much to be thankful for. Today, I’m aware of the fact that life is better than I deserve. I am not lucky nor am I fortunate, but I am blessed. I am expected to do something with the grace that I have been given. I am blessed to bless. I am gifted to give. On your mission to live life effectively go ahead and be appreciative of all the wonderful blessings from God.
No matter what happens in life, we can find a reason to be thankful. Even when the circumstance of life stink, we still have so much to be grateful for. If we look deep within, we will find it.
Remember: life is 10% what happens to you, and 90% of how you respond to it.
In Chapter 8 of my book, I talk about Boomerang Principle. It may take a while, but what you put out will always come back to you. Again, set aside pettiness, disagreements, differences, and unforgiveness. Make a choice to be thankful.
Get your copy of my book HERE.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What are two things from your gratitude list you are especially thankful for this year?
I think it is essential we put things in perspective. This is a year like no other year we have ever experienced in our lifetime. Hundreds of thousands of people have lost their lives due to COVID-19. Lately, I’ve been reflecting on my 45 years of existence and learning to appreciate every day to the fullest. I understand now and appreciate more than ever that tomorrow is not promised to any of us.
Too often, we treat gratitude as a holiday ornament that we pull from the garage when we’re ready to decorate the tree. After the festivities are over, we pack it away and get back to the daily grind of life. I hope after all we have experienced this year, we will not allow this to be another holiday season like years prior. Let’s be mindful not to be so busy looking to the past, that we forget what is right here in the now. Let us be thankful for life that we are living right now.
I’d like to share a few thoughts that I have about the holidays.
First, we all have something to be thankful for. Sometimes we have to remind ourselves of the many reasons we have to be grateful. We should all take some time this week and come up with a gratitude list. Find ten things we are thankful for. Practicing gratitude is one of 10 ways to practice self-care for Effective Living.
Over the years I’ve had the privilege of traveling back-and-forth to the Bahamas more than a half a dozen times each year. Unfortunately, due to the ongoing global pandemic, everything has stopped regarding my travel. Since my travel has been suspended, an advantage of slowing down, is I am now able to see and appreciate how much God has blessed me when I choose to look at all that’s happening within our world. I encourage you to make your list of how God has blessed you.
Second, for more than 15 years, I’ve had the privilege of hosting my mother here in Texas for Christmas and a handful of Thanksgivings. This year brings special meaning for me knowing I still have my mother with me to enjoy the holiday season. When my mother comes to Texas, she prepares all the food I have missed from when I grew up in the Bahamas. We’ve got to learn to appreciate the little things. I’m extremely aware of how little time we have with our precious loved ones. No matter what you did on Thanksgiving Day, now as you prepare for Christmas, go ahead and stop to reflect on all of God‘s wonderful blessings. There are people He has placed in your life you need to celebrate and appreciate.
Finally, let this be a time when we can set aside our pettiness, disagreements, differences, and unforgiveness. There are too many individuals carrying their past offenses into their future, not allowing themselves to let go of the weight of problematic issues they’ve had with people. During this season let’s learn to come together in peace and love. Let’s also remember we must put things in perspective, look at the bigger picture, and understand most of that stuff is small stuff. In the end, all those things have an opportunity to get lost in the love, in the laughs, and in the food for our soul. My mother taught me family means more than our indifferences.
I have so much to be thankful for. Today, I’m aware of the fact that life is better than I deserve. I am not lucky nor am I fortunate, but I am blessed. I am expected to do something with the grace that I have been given. I am blessed to bless. I am gifted to give. On your mission to live life effectively go ahead and be appreciative of all the wonderful blessings from God.
No matter what happens in life, we can find a reason to be thankful. Even when the circumstance of life stink, we still have so much to be grateful for. If we look deep within, we will find it.
Remember: life is 10% what happens to you, and 90% of how you respond to it.
In Chapter 8 of my book, I talk about Boomerang Principle. It may take a while, but what you put out will always come back to you. Again, set aside pettiness, disagreements, differences, and unforgiveness. Make a choice to be thankful.
Get your copy of my book HERE.QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What are two things from your gratitude list you are especially thankful for this year?
November 23, 2020
Happy Thanksgiving!
To say this year is different is an understatement. As we live through the COVID-19 global pandemic, I’m telling y’all there is so much to be thankful for.
We’re celebrating Thanksgiving this week and there are some good things we can do while celebrating it. In the Bahamas we don’t acknowledge Thanksgiving at the level it is celebrated here in the United States. I’ve come to learn Thanksgiving Day is a time of acknowledging the gratefulness, divine favors, and kindness of family, friends, and God. Often people are so busy that they forget thanking precious people of their life for their undying support and favor. So, Thanksgiving is a great time to share your feelings with loved ones.
Apart from sharing feelings and blessings with your loved ones, this day is celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm. Since moving to Texas some 20 years ago I have come to truly love Thanksgiving week. People have a big fancy dinner with their family members eating delicious and savory meals. Please note that, Thanksgiving is incomplete without turkey. People make a turkey on this day and eat it with full excitement while enjoying the dinner.
I want to challenge you to do something a little bit different or be more intentional while celebrating with family and friends this Thanksgiving.
THIS WEEK IS A GOOD WEEK TO:
- Love someone.
- Forgive someone.
- Encourage someone.
- Help someone.
- Celebrate someone.
- Acknowledge someone.
- Affirm someone.
- Support someone.
- Listen to someone.
- Rejoice with someone.
- Weep with someone.
- Apologize to someone.
- Pray for someone.
It’s Thanksgiving y’all and it’s all about getting along better with people and embracing the fact that there are so many small ways we can add great value to those around us.
Doing some of the above this week will bring greater life to your life and help you to appreciate this Thanksgiving in a significant way. Every day I am finding small ways I could be a better person. The list above has things you c do this week that will help you to live life more effectively.
Join me in this mission to fulfill as many of those things that can bring a smile to someone’s face and lighten up someone’s world because you chose to doing something good in an extra way this week. This week do something good as you celebrate Thanksgiving.
On behalf of myself and the Effective Living Life Management Agency team, Happy Thanksgiving!
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What are you thankful for?
November 16, 2020
We are Different
Life could be considered complicated on so many levels. Living in a world with more than 1 billion people it can be extremely difficult to learn how to embrace oneself. Everyone’s looking at each other and trying to create a better society by copying other people’s ways with the hope that it will make themselves better.
I truly believe we should learn from others but never try to become them. There’s a lot we can learn from successful people but we should be very intentional to ensure we’re still discovering and maximizing our own uniqueness.
Today, I want to remind you to never allow anyone to transfer their hang-ups and baggage to you. Be careful of the people you hang around. We often allow people to divert their issues and dysfunction onto us. This occurs a lot when you don’t take the time to identify who you truly are. It is critical we learn to set boundaries. Your goal is to learn how to live life effectively. You have choose not to accept responsibility for someone else’s drama or shortcomings.
It was a beautiful day for me when I came to accept the fact that I was created different in comparison to all of the incredible people on this planet.
Think about this for a few minutes.
We see differently.
We hear differently.
We think differently.
We process differently.
We interpret differently.
We talk differently.
We act differently.
We’re all different! It’s time for you to embrace the fact that you were created different and know it’s okay! In Romans 12:4 it says:
“For we have many members in one body, but all the members do not have the same function, so we, being many, are one body in Christ, and individually members of one another."
Over the past few years I’ve fallen in love with the size of my head, the size of my shoes and the difference in the way I speak. The more I embrace my difference, the more successful I’ve become. Nobody can beat me being me!
I don’t compare myself with other people anymore. I don’t compete with anyone else. I don’t determine my value by what other people think of me anymore. I don't seek approval or acceptance from anyone, anymore.
It feels really, really good to be ME. It feels really good to be FREE of trying to be everyone else around me.
As you embrace your differences, remember there is value in learning from others. I encourage you to join our Effective Living Group Coaching. This is a private Facebook group with people who have decided to be on the journey together to creat a life we don't need a vacation from. As the coach, I'm giving daily talks. The community is having dialogue and learning from each other. Come join us! Find out more information about how to join the group HERE, or by clicking the image below.
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QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What are some differences about yourself that you have come to embrace?
November 9, 2020
It's Very Challenging
It takes so much courage to win in life. Everybody wants to be successful but, very few people are prepared to put in the work. Often times to produce the results we desire it will require we go the extra mile and push ourselves beyond the norm.
Years ago when I first started my nonprofit organization in the Bahamas, and eventually moved it here to the United States, I was amazed by the overwhelming challenges that continued to present themselves to myself and my team.
Challenge after challenge continued to present itself to me, I believe, to see if I was prepared and willing to put in the level of fight necessary to see my dreams become a reality.
I grew up on the street so, for the most part, I’m not a weak guy. As a matter fact I think I’m a pretty strong man with a passion and commitment to see all that God has called me to do come to pass in my life.
The greatest challenge I found myself having to deal with, even now after 24 years of being a public speaker and serving hundreds of thousands of people around the world, has been people. Yep, you read that correctly. It’s been people. I wanted to be accepted by everyone. For a long time, I strongly believed, because I was serving humanity, that everybody would love me.
That was the ultimate challenge in the establishment of my platform. To this day, I still find myself struggling in this area at times. I’ve been told by mentors, coaches, and advisers, to do what you’ve been called to do no matter what. I think that is extremely difficult when you’re a people pleaser and you’re looking to be encouraged by different people at various seasons of your life.
Now as a coach and a mentor myself, I find those same words coming out of my mouth every week to my clients, “Do what you’re called to do.” It’s important you embrace what you’ve been called to do with the understanding...
…not everyone will understand it.
…not everyone will approve of it.
…not everyone will appreciate it.
…not everyone will support it.
…not everyone will applaud it.
…not everyone will value it.
…not everyone will receive it.
Please remember, it’s still very important that you do what you’re called to do. Check out my previous blog, Do What You Are Called to Do , for a refresher in the importance of fulfilling your assignment.
At 45 years old, looking back over my life and seeing the level of relentlessness I’ve had to deliver on a daily basis has made me very appreciative of the people around me. I also appreciate all those I see in society who are trying to make something significant happen with their lives. There are different times on this journey you may find others not engaging with you or offering encouragement as you fulfill your assignment. I like encouraging people to keep moving.
It’s YOUR assignment. You’ve got to believe in YOUR dreams! My challenge to YOU today is to simply do what you’ve been called to do.
This time of the year is unique in that we are winding out and reviewing our goals to make sure we accomplish them before the end of the year, while simultaneously looking ahead to the new year with optimism. This month's webinar is Build Your Best Year. I will be teaching you strategies to set yourself up for success for the new year. Be sure to register for the webinar today.
Stay connected with me.
Facebook: EffectiveLivingWithRicardoMiller
Twitter: @RicardoMiller1
Instagram: @coachricardomiller
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Years ago when I first started my nonprofit organization in the Bahamas, and eventually moved it here to the United States, I was amazed by the overwhelming challenges that continued to present themselves to myself and my team.
Challenge after challenge continued to present itself to me, I believe, to see if I was prepared and willing to put in the level of fight necessary to see my dreams become a reality.
I grew up on the street so, for the most part, I’m not a weak guy. As a matter fact I think I’m a pretty strong man with a passion and commitment to see all that God has called me to do come to pass in my life.
The greatest challenge I found myself having to deal with, even now after 24 years of being a public speaker and serving hundreds of thousands of people around the world, has been people. Yep, you read that correctly. It’s been people. I wanted to be accepted by everyone. For a long time, I strongly believed, because I was serving humanity, that everybody would love me.
That was the ultimate challenge in the establishment of my platform. To this day, I still find myself struggling in this area at times. I’ve been told by mentors, coaches, and advisers, to do what you’ve been called to do no matter what. I think that is extremely difficult when you’re a people pleaser and you’re looking to be encouraged by different people at various seasons of your life.
Now as a coach and a mentor myself, I find those same words coming out of my mouth every week to my clients, “Do what you’re called to do.” It’s important you embrace what you’ve been called to do with the understanding...
…not everyone will understand it.
…not everyone will approve of it.
…not everyone will appreciate it.
…not everyone will support it.
…not everyone will applaud it.
…not everyone will value it.
…not everyone will receive it.
Please remember, it’s still very important that you do what you’re called to do. Check out my previous blog, Do What You Are Called to Do , for a refresher in the importance of fulfilling your assignment.
At 45 years old, looking back over my life and seeing the level of relentlessness I’ve had to deliver on a daily basis has made me very appreciative of the people around me. I also appreciate all those I see in society who are trying to make something significant happen with their lives. There are different times on this journey you may find others not engaging with you or offering encouragement as you fulfill your assignment. I like encouraging people to keep moving.
It’s YOUR assignment. You’ve got to believe in YOUR dreams! My challenge to YOU today is to simply do what you’ve been called to do.
This time of the year is unique in that we are winding out and reviewing our goals to make sure we accomplish them before the end of the year, while simultaneously looking ahead to the new year with optimism. This month's webinar is Build Your Best Year. I will be teaching you strategies to set yourself up for success for the new year. Be sure to register for the webinar today.
Stay connected with me.
Facebook: EffectiveLivingWithRicardoMiller
Twitter: @RicardoMiller1
Instagram: @coachricardomiller
YouTube: Effective Living with Ricardo Miller
Are you receiving our emails? Sign up for our Effective Living Community email list. Yes, I want to be apart of the Effective Living Community and receive email communication!
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What does relentleness look like for you?
November 2, 2020
You're Here to Crush It!
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” - Matthew 5:16
Everyone has a light inside of them. “Let your light shine,” are words I’ve heard countless teachers and Sunday School workers use to encourage young people over the years. The song, “This little light of mine,” has more power than you think. Today, I want to focus on the idea we have been placed here to shine.
You have been placed here to crush it! Many times, we are so concerned with everybody else’s opinion that we forget to put wood in our own fire to blaze the trail we were created for. I often tell my coaching clients, “Don’t be concerned with trends. Don’t worry about what’s popular. Don’t gravitate to what’s common.” Remember when I shared Do What You're Called to Do?
Most people are committed to filling in when we were created to stand out. Hey, I want to challenge you to start living in a manner that’s reflective of your true self. It’s all about crushing it in every area of your life.
It’s time to tell the world you’ve arrived. Announce it with authority. Let everyone know you won't be detoured by their negativity, pessimism, and opposition. Rise above the rabble. Stand up and shout, “I'm here; I’m here to crush it!”
Immerse yourself in the process. Don't be fixated on outcomes. Do assess the daily results that are being manifested. Revel in the daily work it takes to become the person you want to be. Enjoy the ride. Enjoy the climb to the TOP. It’s all going to come together for your good.
In the midst of a global pandemic, I want to assure you there are people who are climbing to the top. There are a lot of people who will come out of 2020 better than they came into 2020. You’ve got to decide to be one of those persons that’s going to win this year. There’s still time!
There’s greatness within YOU. It’s buried beneath the fear, insecurity, doubt, and trauma that makes it invisible to the untrained eye. To unearth it you must dig deep within the recesses of your soul. Decide to get help and embrace every opportunity that will allow you to crush it in every area of your life.
Please don’t allow fear to stop you from letting your light shine. Fear is a dream killer! Fear paralyzes people and prevents them from achieving amazing things. Fear truly doesn’t exist; it is a creation of our crazy mind. Train your mind and be in charge of your destiny.
It’s time to crush it. It’s time to let your light shine. Tell yourself you’re going to make the rest of this year the best of this year!
As you crush this year, also consider positioning yourself to maximize 2021. Register today for November's webinar, Build Your Best Year. In this four-part teaching series we will look at how your beliefs shape your reality, your journey is better with friends, we'll look at establishing your new year goals, and how achievements and habits work together. This webinar is designed to set you up for success in 2021. Register today on this website.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: After reading this blog, what area can you identify where you will focus for the remainder of the year, so you can crush it before 2020 comes to an end?
Everyone has a light inside of them. “Let your light shine,” are words I’ve heard countless teachers and Sunday School workers use to encourage young people over the years. The song, “This little light of mine,” has more power than you think. Today, I want to focus on the idea we have been placed here to shine.
You have been placed here to crush it! Many times, we are so concerned with everybody else’s opinion that we forget to put wood in our own fire to blaze the trail we were created for. I often tell my coaching clients, “Don’t be concerned with trends. Don’t worry about what’s popular. Don’t gravitate to what’s common.” Remember when I shared Do What You're Called to Do?
Most people are committed to filling in when we were created to stand out. Hey, I want to challenge you to start living in a manner that’s reflective of your true self. It’s all about crushing it in every area of your life.
It’s time to tell the world you’ve arrived. Announce it with authority. Let everyone know you won't be detoured by their negativity, pessimism, and opposition. Rise above the rabble. Stand up and shout, “I'm here; I’m here to crush it!”
Immerse yourself in the process. Don't be fixated on outcomes. Do assess the daily results that are being manifested. Revel in the daily work it takes to become the person you want to be. Enjoy the ride. Enjoy the climb to the TOP. It’s all going to come together for your good.
In the midst of a global pandemic, I want to assure you there are people who are climbing to the top. There are a lot of people who will come out of 2020 better than they came into 2020. You’ve got to decide to be one of those persons that’s going to win this year. There’s still time!
There’s greatness within YOU. It’s buried beneath the fear, insecurity, doubt, and trauma that makes it invisible to the untrained eye. To unearth it you must dig deep within the recesses of your soul. Decide to get help and embrace every opportunity that will allow you to crush it in every area of your life.
Please don’t allow fear to stop you from letting your light shine. Fear is a dream killer! Fear paralyzes people and prevents them from achieving amazing things. Fear truly doesn’t exist; it is a creation of our crazy mind. Train your mind and be in charge of your destiny.
It’s time to crush it. It’s time to let your light shine. Tell yourself you’re going to make the rest of this year the best of this year!
As you crush this year, also consider positioning yourself to maximize 2021. Register today for November's webinar, Build Your Best Year. In this four-part teaching series we will look at how your beliefs shape your reality, your journey is better with friends, we'll look at establishing your new year goals, and how achievements and habits work together. This webinar is designed to set you up for success in 2021. Register today on this website.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: After reading this blog, what area can you identify where you will focus for the remainder of the year, so you can crush it before 2020 comes to an end?
October 26, 2020
Don't You Quit!
Over the years, I've had to tell myself, “Don't you dare give up!” Yep, it has been challenging. To reinvent yourself in the midst of a global pandemic, has not been easy for me at all. I used to be known as the Children's Ministry guy. Now I have rebranded myself as the Effective Living guy. Ladies and gentlemen, I must let you know, it has been tiresome at times.
I absolutely love what I do! My new platform has given me a new appreciation for life. In addition to not quitting, I've come to learn you have to have an unwavering faith you can push past any current limiting beliefs. You have to have confidence in yourself that you can take on new opportunities and have the power to get what you want.
As you're reading this blog I want you to encourage you...
If you're tired, you can take a break.
If you're sore, you can decrease the intensity.
If you need help, you can reach out and ask for it.
Just don't give up. Believe me when I say, “You can do this!”
A few years ago, I read, "Success is a little like wrestling a gorilla. You don't quit when YOU’RE tired. You quit when the GORILLA IS TIRED!" - Robert Strauss
Stop talking yourself out of your success, my friend. You can do this. Getting back up is hard when you talk yourself down. Frustration towards yourself feeds itself. Please start learning how to use uplifting words to motivate yourself. You gotta keep on keeping on!
You need to know that your choices don't define you. Your choices are the choices you made based on what you knew. Let me share with you what I tell myself.
“I made the best decision I could, based on what I knew in that moment. When I know more, I do more. When I know better, I do better. I'm going to love me in every moment of my journey.”
Hey, that statement is a life changer. That self-talk sets free the judgement, guilt, and shame surrounding the decisions you've made. It is gentle correction and a positive way to love yourself through your learning process.
You must free yourself from any regret or shame for yourself and others in order to begin living in your light. Don't you dare quit! Don't you dare give up!
Today I want to give a shout out to all the strong, patient, powerful, courageous, bold, forgiving, loving, sacrificing, and uplifting gladiators in this world who are rising up and being change agents!!! Individuals who are deciding never to quit!!!
Thanks you for being part of the Effective Living community, where we are creating a life we don't need to take a vacation from. Grab your Effective Living shirt from our website so others know you are part of the community.
Stay connected with me.
Facebook: EffectiveLivingWithRicardoMiller
Twitter: @RicardoMiller1
Instagram: @coachricardomiller
YouTube: Effective Living with Ricardo Miller
Are you receiving our emails? Sign up for our Effective Living Community email list. Yes, I want to be apart of the Effective Living Community and receive email communication!
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What do you tell yourself when you want to quit?
I absolutely love what I do! My new platform has given me a new appreciation for life. In addition to not quitting, I've come to learn you have to have an unwavering faith you can push past any current limiting beliefs. You have to have confidence in yourself that you can take on new opportunities and have the power to get what you want.
As you're reading this blog I want you to encourage you...
If you're tired, you can take a break.
If you're sore, you can decrease the intensity.
If you need help, you can reach out and ask for it.
Just don't give up. Believe me when I say, “You can do this!”
A few years ago, I read, "Success is a little like wrestling a gorilla. You don't quit when YOU’RE tired. You quit when the GORILLA IS TIRED!" - Robert Strauss
Stop talking yourself out of your success, my friend. You can do this. Getting back up is hard when you talk yourself down. Frustration towards yourself feeds itself. Please start learning how to use uplifting words to motivate yourself. You gotta keep on keeping on!
You need to know that your choices don't define you. Your choices are the choices you made based on what you knew. Let me share with you what I tell myself.
“I made the best decision I could, based on what I knew in that moment. When I know more, I do more. When I know better, I do better. I'm going to love me in every moment of my journey.”
Hey, that statement is a life changer. That self-talk sets free the judgement, guilt, and shame surrounding the decisions you've made. It is gentle correction and a positive way to love yourself through your learning process.
You must free yourself from any regret or shame for yourself and others in order to begin living in your light. Don't you dare quit! Don't you dare give up!
Today I want to give a shout out to all the strong, patient, powerful, courageous, bold, forgiving, loving, sacrificing, and uplifting gladiators in this world who are rising up and being change agents!!! Individuals who are deciding never to quit!!!
Thanks you for being part of the Effective Living community, where we are creating a life we don't need to take a vacation from. Grab your Effective Living shirt from our website so others know you are part of the community.
Stay connected with me.
Facebook: EffectiveLivingWithRicardoMiller
Twitter: @RicardoMiller1
Instagram: @coachricardomiller
YouTube: Effective Living with Ricardo Miller
Are you receiving our emails? Sign up for our Effective Living Community email list. Yes, I want to be apart of the Effective Living Community and receive email communication!
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What do you tell yourself when you want to quit?
