When your life begins with Thanksgiving…

Things look better from the beginning..

How you start your day is so important.

If you want to be happy… Be Grateful!

It is a daily choice.

Life can be a Long and winding road.

With ups and downs, it is always important to keep moving forward.

“Good things are coming down the road. Just don’t stop walking.” -Robert Warren Painter Jr.

Keep moving forward.

Even when it is hard or you can’t see what is ahead.

“Eighty percent of success is showing up.” -Woody Allen

That’s it… just Show Up!

You have a zero percent chance to succeed if you don’t show up.

Do not let fear overwhelm you and hold you back.

Have Courage.

“Life is a Blessed mess and we’re all just trying to navigate through it.” - Unknown

It’s true, even in this messy life, you are Blessed. Sometimes it is just harder to see because of all of life’s challenges.

Start your navigation with a Positive Attitude and Perspective!

I am a strong person and a man of faith, but sometimes we all need the support of others and the help of our community.

We have to start by asking.

We need each other to move ahead in life.

“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.” -Mark Twain

The world can be a difficult place and a little kindness and support goes a long way to helping each other.

“The secret of your future is hidden in your daily routine.” -Mike Murdock

It’s True! Your habits and routines are what drive your daily production and ultimately make you successful or not.

Sometimes that requires a change.

If things are not going the way you planned, it’s time to adjust your routines.

Life Happens, and Then You Choose!

So What should you do next?

“In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.” -Theodore Roosevelt

Staying still and doing nothing, frozen by fear, is a losing battle no matter how you look at it.

So… Keep Moving!

We were created for Community.

We are Better Together!

I had the privilege of meeting some amazing friends this past weekend at the “Showing Up: Perspectives on Cancer” Conference in Scranton, PA.

I cannot begin to express how amazing this group of people are, coming together and facing cancer head on!

There was a time when I believed significance came through success and possessions. I was determined that if I got a great job, worked hard, and made enough money all would be good. Come to find out, that isn’t necessarily true.

So what creates significance in your life?

This life before us is amazing, and we all strive for something.

I’m sure you’ve heard it.

I’m sure you’ve thought it.

If I only had more time!

“The bad news is, time flies. The good news is, you’re the pilot!” - Michael Altshuler

That’s right, you’re the pilot of your own journey.

That is good news.

You were Created for a Purpose!

You Matter and your life was designed for you, uniquely.

“You were created for something Awesome” - G.R. Smith

Some people find it difficult to define Why they are here.

Unfortunately, you cannot implement a Purpose you cannot define.

So how do you find it?

Sometimes going against conventional wisdom is what it takes to create or do something extraordinary.

But are you willing to take the risk?

“If you want to do something extraordinary, there’s always risk involved” - Felix Baumgartner

When you are willing to step out, amazing things become possible.

Feeling Stuck?

Where do you go from here?

Often people talk about how they feel 'stuck' in a situation. You're never stuck! You may be a little frustrated, you may not have clear answers, but you're not stuck. The minute you represent the situation to yourself as being stuck, though, that's exactly how you'll feel. We must be very careful about the metaphors we allow ourselves to use. - Tony Robbins

Words mean things, and how you talk to yourself matters, so choose wisely.

Remember, life may happen, but you always get to choose!

Is it really a failure if you don’t accomplish something you set out to do?

My friend and co-host D. Scott Smith and I have differing opinions on this, but really come to the same conclusion in the end. It is what you do after you fail that really matters.

What is your perspective when you stumble and fall?

Can you truly find Joy even through struggle and life challenges?

Yes!

Joy is something bigger than you and what you are going through.

Many find Joy in faith or in God! This is where I truly find my Joy!

But even Joy from God does not take away all the challenges in life.

“Joy is not necessarily the absence of suffering, it is the presence of God.” – Sam Storms

Do you really want to know how to live your Best Life Now?

It starts with choices you make every day.

Trusting something bigger than yourself.

“To live your best life now, you must learn to trust God’s timing. You may not think He’s working, but you can be sure that right now, behind the scenes, God is arranging all the pieces to come together to work out His plan for your life.” - Joel Osteen

“Be grateful for life… not everyone made it this far.” - Unknown

Think about that statement. Look at all the good things you have done to make it to now. That alone should bring you some fulfillment and joy!

If you step back and widen your perspective, life is better than you thought.

When you’re present and focus on Enjoying Life Now, it is amazing how much more joy you will feel.

You will be much more Positive!

And much more Grateful!

“Life is about Perspective and how you look at something… ultimately, you have to zoom out.” – Whitney Wolfe Herd

How you look at your life determines so much and you have to be careful not to get fixated on one situation or one challenge.

You have to zoom out and look at the bigger picture.

The Perspective you have drives your actions and your ultimate performance.

Make a conscious effort to surround yourself with Positive, Uplifting, and Nourishing People – people who believe in you, encourage you to go after your dreams, and applaud your victories.” - Jack Canfield

The people you are around and the environment you choose to place yourself in, can make all the difference in how you perform, how joyful and positive you are, and how successful you become.

People that are surrounded by positive people are usually more effective than people that are surrounded by negative people.

This is why high performers normally spend more time with positive people!

“The quality of a person’s life is in direct proportion to their commitment to excellence, regardless of their chosen field of endeavor. - Vince Lombardi

A quality life depends on Commitment and Consistency!

Whatever you do; Whatever your goals and aspirations are; you have to commit and give a consistent effort.