Tracie R. Braylock's Blog, page 37
March 24, 2014
Replace
How often do you stop to think about what you’re thinking about? As you subconsciously think and process everyday life, are you listening to your biggest critic or your biggest supporter?
Negative self talk must be eliminated. Change the channel and kick every self-defeating word and thought out just as quickly as they come in. Then replace them with positive, life-giving words and affirmations.
Don’t waste time talking yourself silly, being your biggest obstacle and defeating yourself out of y...
March 23, 2014
Nurture
For many, there are people in your life who are invaluable; those whom you love and care about and who make life more enjoyable. These people are considered your social support. They provide encouragement, resources, time and caring and their presence helps you journey through everyday life.
It’s very important that you take time to express to those whom you care about, just how much they mean to you. Displaying gratitude, spending time together, and reciprocating their support are simple and...
March 11, 2014
Serve
Life is such a valuable gift. Each day, you have the opportunity to improve upon your health and lifestyle and work toward achieving your personal goals. As you make strides to be at your best, you also have the opportunity to consider the needs of those around you and to serve someone in need of your help.
Doing things for others can greatly enhance your life. There is great joy found in helping others, especially when it’s unprompted or undeserved. You don’t need an invitation to do somethin...
March 10, 2014
Listen
Listening is an art; a gift that should be practiced and valued.You have to stop what you’re doing and pay attention in order to truly listen to what’s going on around you or what’s being said to you.
You hear noise throughout each day and have developed an ability to tune out that which you don’t find valuable. But this practice can become a habit until the only thing you are left listening to is your own voice within your own mind.
I encourage you to seek out the audible treasures that are wo...
March 5, 2014
Still
Stop. Don’t move. Don’t think. Just be still.
Your ability to be still in the midst of this busy, busy world, indicates your ability to find rest, to have peace and to be healed. When you take the time to stop everything, you have the chance to rejuvenate, be refreshed and reflect on what’s taking place in your life.
You are valuable beyond measure, yet, you must take time to recognize and nurture your value, treating yourself as the treasure you are. When you try to keep up with the pace of th...
