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Remember to live love share and not complain!

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Getting gritty

grit

grit/

noun

1. 1.

   small, loose particles of stone or sand.

   "she had a bit of grit in her eye"

   synonyms:

   sand, dust, dirt; More
2. 2.

   courage and resolve; strength of character.

   "he displayed the true grit of the navy pilot"

   synonyms:

   courage, bravery, pluck, mettle, backbone, spirit, strength of character,strength of will, moral fiber, steel, nerve, fortitude, toughness,hardiness, resolve, resolution, determination, tenacity, perseverance,endurance; More

verb

1. 1.

   clench (the teeth), especially in order to keep one's resolve when faced with an unpleasant or painful duty.

   "Congress must grit its teeth and take action"

   synonyms:

   clench, clamp together, shut tightly; More

2. 2.

   move with or make a grating sound.

   "fine red dust that gritted between the teeth"

#growth

I was reading this quote on line and the person wrote, " How you react to pressure, adversity, frustration and criticism says a lot about your character". This quote really made me think about my life and how growth is important and change is inevitable.  

In the face of life's challenges I am learning that I must always pray, look at the bigger picture of life, and in spite of everything else I am responsible for my attitude.  I am growing y'all and I want to make sure that I live life with little to no regrets.  I am also learning that getting worked up and bent out of shape on things that I may not have any control over does not solve "anything".  

You have to learn how to become conscious of your every moment.  It is something that you have to practice.   So, as you are transitioning from getting worked up( worrying) to centering yourself and reminding yourself what is important?  Who do I want to be in this situation? How do I want to remember this situation? Who am I being with other people? Always remember that you have the POWER to choose.  

Remember to live, love & share.  

See You Next Tuesday!

LO --

#growth 

while i have been away...

Hey Y'all!  I know that I have been M.I.A!  I have been going through life and needed to get a grip on it.  I have to say that I have been getting clarity around somethings and will be posting more notes about those thing (so stay tuned).

On Lo's Notes, I always want to leave you inspired and wanting you to live, love & share more.  Over the past couple of weeks I have come to the conclusion that life is going to happen regardless of what we think and others think as well.

I have been starting to pray more which as help a whole lot.  A co worker put me on to the New Women's Devotional Bible (it is a most have ladies). There is a printed copy in a men's version as well.  Another friend put me on to something that they try to do frequently and that is write down 5 things they are grateful for.  The things can be as small as, the cup of coffee you enjoyed this morning, or the phone call from a friend you received.  The purpose of the journal is to reflect.  I have made this a point.

Let me see...I also am looking forward to meeting up with my book club next month!  I love these ladies and the book we are currently reading is called,  Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Abichie.

Please let me know what you have been up to while I have been chasing life (or has it been chasing me?).  I look forward to hearing all about it.  See you again on Thursday!  Remember to live. love & share.

"So many people (over) emphasize a strong start.  I'm talking about a strong finish.  Do that well" +My Vicarious Life

Quit Worrying...

I am a worrier.  I don't necessarily worry about every thing but I do worry about my insecurities.  The truth of the matter is that worrying depletes you instead of empowering you.  It does not give you added value and it does not change your current situation.  Worrying also is a failure to trust God's Word for your life.

After, reading this article I realized that I need to focus on the things I can change.  I am also present to the fact that a positive attitude will manufest clear expectations.

This is going to really challenge me!  I understand that I am going to have to transform my thinking, language and attitude.  Please share with me your habits to never worrying. 

Remember to live love & share,

LO --

Rebooting

I am coming off a long week from vacation.  Everyone needs a break even my students.  Since I was able to relax and take care of self I was able to respond to B.S. calmer, I smiled more, and I stopped to listen.  I need more breaks ( said in my sarcastic voice)!

When I am able to take a break or a step back, I reflect more,  I am more creative, and I tend to focus on what is important (my goals/purpose).

We need to learn how to rest.  I believe that
we fall victim to over extending ourselves when we have a break with long to-do list, and we feel the need to always be on the run.  Rebooting should be an opportunity for you to spend quiet time with yourself, reflecting, and planing.

Here are some ideas while you reboot:

1. journal
2. listen to your favorite playlist
3. dinner with friends
4. quiet time at home (doing little as possible)
5. thinking of you or thank you cards (this shows gratitude)
6. picking up the phone and calling a friend
7. NO technology
8. a retreat
9. spa
10. pray/meditate

When is the last time you rebooted?

I challenge you to be present in the moment and  recognize the value of silence and being with yourself.  Rebooting  is taking the time for yourself so you can learn how to create balance in your life.  Allowing you, when you are at work,  thinking about work and when you are at home you are thinking about home.  You don't want to fall in the trap that so many do-- when at work you are thinking about home and when you are home you are thinking about work.  I want to always be present for life's treasures and if I am not fully charged I will miss those moments.


Remember to live love & share.

LO --

reevaluating your current situation

Weekend Notes...

Hope the week treated everyone well.  I had the opportunity to have
Spring Break and did a lot of relaxing, caught up up on TV, and read for my book club.  I also had the opportunity to continue to work on my purpose.  By the end of the week I was fatigued and overwhelmed.  I started to question the process and
polluted my mind with doubt.  That is the easy way-out!

So I leave you were I am currently sitting! "Don't stop because your dream doesn't match your present reality.  Dreams tend to be future oriented".

I will keep you posted!  Until then...

Remember to live. love & share.

LO --