Even the best of us need to periodically do a self-check. I like to do one quarterly and annually; this last one was eye opening:2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. Romans 12:2, KJVIt is…

No one respects the invisible: whether in romances, business or friendships, one needs to regularly examine his or her boundary lines.Business owners are great examples of this, especially solo entrepreneurs. Depending on the nature of their business, new entrepreneurs want to help EVERYONE! (Entrepreneurship 101: EVERYONE is not your client. If you think they are, you will go broke and…

Although it’s technically the day after my one year anniversary of 100% self-employment, I’m still celebrating! Actually, I’m a little tired from last night’s celebrations: I’m no longer 20! Nevertheless, I deserve to celebrate for multiple reasons, one of which was last weekend’s potentially fatal accident.My family and I were leaving from an indie authors’ award event and fueling up…

Before all the “feminists” of the world attack me, please let me explain. Actually, let me define:Accessory:  a thing that can be added to something else in order to make it more useful, versatile, or attractive.Okay, perhaps you don’t like being referred to as a “thing”, but notice the impact. An addition that makes something MORE USEFUL, VERSATILE or ATTRACTIVE.…

I'm afraid social media and reality TV has affected many of us and I pray you are not a victim. Yet, if the truth be told, you have been affected by it more than you think. Ever find yourself looking through your timeline and wishing you were further ahead in your goals, dreams, plans are visions? Have you even found yourself…

As the cliché says, failing to plan is planning to fail, but sometimes you backup/replacement plan erases your potential. Let me explain how:Jeremiah 29:11, NIV “11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”How many of us, when we pursue the desires of our…

Silence can be “golden”, but not when misapplied. Let me take you back to grade school. Do you remember how, when you were mad at someone, you gave them the silent treatment? Do you remember having an I’ll show you attitude, while waiting for them to notice and respond? The trouble with some adults is they take these childlike games into adulthood.It’s…

No is a Complete Sentence and I suggest you use it. All of us have done it and some of us need to do it more often.While I do agree that there is an art of saying “no”, I also believe that you don’t need to wait until you master the art in order to say no. When dealing with…

There are moments in life where we could all use a magic fairy wand: Financial trouble A Health Crisis Heartbreak Death of a loved one Stress While life doesn't come with an “easy button”, you were given a magic fairy wand of sorts before you were born. Do you know where it is? Ready to go and pick up your…