Elevator Talk With Michelle

Elevator Talk With Michelle

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  • Day 5: Starbucks Holiday Drinks And Food (And Red Cups!) Are Back
    It’s the season of joy at Starbucks, and the holiday menu is back starting Nov. 2 at Starbucks stores in the United States. The new bright and beautiful Starbucks holiday cups are filled with festive flavors to explore, like the new Iced Gingerbread Oatmilk Chai, and returning seasonal favorites including Peppermint Mocha, Caramel Brulée Latte, Chestnut Praline Latte and Iced Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Latte. Starbucks stores that serve Starbucks Oleato beverages will also offer the new Oleato Gingerbread Oatmilk Latte, the first Oleato holiday beverage.
    Holiday pastries and treats are also back, including the Cranberry Bliss Bar, Gingerbread Loaf, Peppermint Brownie Cake Pop, Snowman Cookie and Sugar Plum Cheese Danish.
    Holiday Beverages:
    (New) Iced Gingerbread Oatmilk Chai. The new Iced Gingerbread Oatmilk Chai combines warm gingerbread notes, a cozy blend of chai spices, and creamy oatmilk to create a cold holiday beverage that is perfectly balanced by the comforting flavors of the season; available iced and hot.
    Starbucks Peppermint Mocha. Starbucks festive all-star brightens the holidays; the Peppermint Mocha features Starbucks signature Espresso Roast combined with steamed milk, mocha sauce, and peppermint-flavored syrup, which is then topped with whipped cream and dark chocolate curls. Available hot, iced and as a Frappuccino blended beverage.
    Starbucks Caramel Brulée Latte. The Caramel Brulée Latte features Starbucks signature Espresso Roast, steamed milk and rich caramel brulée sauce, topped with whipped cream and a supreme topping of even more caramel brulée bits. Available hot, iced and as a Frappuccino blended beverage.
    Starbucks Chestnut Praline Latte. The Chestnut Praline Latte starts with signature Espresso Roast and velvety steamed milk, along with flavors of caramelized chestnuts and spices, topped with whipped cream and spiced praline crumbs. Available hot, iced and as a Frappuccino blended beverage.
    Starbucks Iced Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Latte. Back for it’s third holiday season is the Iced Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Latte, featuring sugar cookie flavored syrup, combined with Starbucks Blonde Espresso, ice, and almondmilk, topped with red and green sprinkles. Available hot, iced and as a Frappuccino blended beverage.
    (New) Oleato Gingerbread Oatmilk Latte. At Starbucks stores where Oleato is served, customers can enjoy the new Oleato Gingerbread Oatmilk Latte, which features Starbucks Blonde Espresso combined with warm notes of gingerbread and steamed oatmilk, infused with Partanna extra virgin olive oil, and finished with a subtle dusting of bright ginger and citrus flavors.
    Holiday Food:
    Gingerbread Loaf. This take on the classic gingerbread loaf welcomes a deliciously baked treat full of hearty, ginger-spice flavors.
    Peppermint Brownie Cake Pop. A peppermint chocolate cake with white-chocolaty frosting and festive pieces of candy cane.
    Cranberry Bliss Bar. A blondie cake with dried cranberries, finished with a layer of cream-cheese icing flecked with orange zest and a sprinkle of dried cranberries.
    Snowman Cookie. A buttery shortbread snowman cookie dressed up in white chocolaty icing.
    Sugar Plum Cheese Danish. Cream-cheese filling is surrounded by a fluffy Danish, topped with a spiced sugar-plum spread.
    Go out there and be great, because great is calling you and great is calling me!
    13 min
  • Day 4: How To Keep Your New Year's Resolution
    The start of a new year is the perfect time to turn a new page, which is probably why so many people make New Year's resolutions. The new year often feels like a fresh start and a great opportunity to change bad habits and establish new routines that will help you grow psychologically, emotionally, socially, physically, or intellectually. Of course, resolutions are much easier to make than to keep, and by the end of March, many of us have abandoned our resolve and settled back into our old patterns. Part of the problem may be that we don’t know how to keep New Year's resolutions, despite our good intentions.
    While this practice can sometimes lead people to bite off more than they can chew, going after resolutions can also present great opportunities to overcome struggles with willpower, determination, and ingenuity. Perceptions of the success of these resolutions vary. In one study, only around 12% of people who make New Year's resolutions, felt that they were successful in achieving their goals. Some of the most common resolutions include:
    • Losing weight
    • Sticking to a healthier diet
    • Exercising regularly
    • Making better financial choices
    • Quitting smoking
    • Spending more time with family
    While many people feel that they don't achieve their resolutions, one study showed that those who set New Year's resolutions were 10 times more likely to change their behavior than people who don't make these yearly goals. So how long do resolutions last? While most surveys suggest that the majority of people don't stick with their New Year's resolutions for long, a 2020 study found that 55% of participants considered themselves successful at sustaining resolutions after a year.
    In that study, researchers found that people were more successful at keeping approach-oriented goals (such as changing eating or sleeping habits), rather than avoidance-oriented ones (which are motivated by a desire to avoid something). Even if resolutions don't always last, that doesn't mean they aren't worth making. One survey conducted by YouGov found that people who planned to make New Year's resolutions were more optimistic about their future. So, what can you do to make it more likely that you will keep your next resolution?
    1). Choose a Specific Goal.
    2). Limit Your Resolutions.
    3). Put Time Into Planning.
    4). Start With Small Steps.
    5). Avoid Repeating Past Failures.
    6). Remember That Change Is a Process.
    7). Get Support.
    8). Renew Your Motivation.
    9). Keep Working on Your Goals.
    10). Keep a Resolution Journal.
    11). Learn To Adapt.
    If you find that you need an Accountability Coach, please be sure to reach out to me via email: [email protected]
    24 min
  • Day 3: Top Christmas Movies To Stream This Holiday Season
    As the days to Christmas tick away, there may not be enough time to watch every Christmas movie. But don't worry, I have you covered. From the disputed "Die Hard" to the classic "A Charlie Brown Christmas," here is a compiled list of movies to stream this holiday season:
    Amazon Prime
    "Miracle on 34th Street" (1947)
    "Scrooged"
    "Christmas Carol" (1984)
    "Last Holiday"
    "Christmas with the Kranks"
    "It's A Wonderful Life"
    "The Man Who Invented Christmas"
    "Snow Day"
    "Something From Tiffany's"
    "Last Christmas"
    "The Legend of Frosty the Snowman"
    "Violent Night"
    Max
    "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation"
    "Elf"
    "A Christmas Carol" (1938)
    "Arthur Christmas"
    "Four Christmases"
    "Fred Claus"
    "A Christmas Story"
    "A Christmas Story 2"
    "The Polar Express"
    "8-Bit Christmas"
    "A Christmas Story Christmas"
    "Jack Frost"
    "Harry Potter And the Sorcerer's Stone"
    "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets"
    "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban"
    "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire"
    "Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix"
    "Harry Potter And The Half-Blood Prince"
    "Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows Part 1"
    Netflix
    "Falling for Christmas"
    "Holidate"
    "Best. Christmas. Ever!"
    "Love Actually"
    "Love Hard"
    "Let It Snow"
    "White Christmas"
    "Family Switch"
    "Holiday in the Wild"
    "Christmas As Usual"
    "The Christmas Chronicles"
    "The Christmas Chronicles: Part Two"
    "A Christmas Prince"
    "The Knight Before Christmas"
    "Single All the Way"
    "The Man Who Invented Christmas"
    "The Holiday Calendar"
    "The Princess Switch"
    "The Princess Switch: Switched Again"
    "The Princess Switch 3: Romancing the Star"
    "A Very Murray Christmas"
    "Christmas Inheritance"
    "A Christmas Prince: The Royal Wedding"
    "Klaus"
    Dolly Parton's "Christmas on the Square"
    "The Christmas Chronicles"
    Disney+
    "Home Alone"
    "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York"
    "Home Alone 3"
    "Dashing Through the Snow"
    "The Santa Clause"
    "Santa Clause 2"
    "Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause"
    "The Santa Clauses"
    "Mickey's Once Upon A Christmas"
    "Mickey's Twice Upon A Christmas"
    "Disney's A Christmas Carol" (Jim Carrey version)
    "Mickey's Christmas Carol"
    "The Muppet Christmas Carol"
    "Prep & Landing"
    "Jingle All the Way"
    "I'll Be Home for Christmas"
    "Noelle"
    "Beauty And The Beast: The Enchanted Christmas"
    "Godmothered"
    "The Nightmare Before Christmas"
    "Ernest Saves Christmas"
    "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe"
    "The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special"
    "The Nutcracker and the Four Realms"
    "While You Were Sleeping"
    Peacock
    "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" (the classic animated one)
    "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" (the Jim Carrey version; available between Dec. 20 and 31)
    "The Grinch" (2018)
    "Almost Christmas"
    "Krampus"
    "5 More Sleeps 'Til Christmas"
    "Miracle of 19th Street"
    "The Best Man Holiday"
    "The Housewives of the North Pole"
    "The Dog Who Saved Christmas"
    "Feast of the Seven Fishes"
    Hulu
    "Miracle on 34th Street" (1994)
    "Happiest Season"
    "Arthur Christmas"
    "Die Hard"
    "Snow Day"
    "The Holiday"
    "12 Dates of Christmas"
    "Deck the Halls"
    "The Mistle-Tones"
    "Trolls: Holiday in Harmony"
    "A Merry Friggin' Christmas"
    "The Family Stone"
    "Christmas Cupid"
    "The Year Without a Santa Claus"
    Apple TV+
    "A Charlie Brown Christmas"
    "It's Christmastime Again, Charlie Brown"
    Mariah Carey's "Magical Christmas Special"
    "Mariah's Christmas: The Magic Continues"
    "Spirited"
    "'Twas the Fight Before Christmas"
    Thank you for listening to my Podcast and please be sure to come back tomorrow, for day 4. Go out there and be great, because great is calling you.
    14 min
  • Day 2: Unique Christmas Traditions From Around The World

    We have a lot of Christmas traditions, in the United States such as: Tree decorating, baking holiday cookies, and opening Christmas presents both on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day; just to name a few. Oh, and let’s not forget watching Hallmark Christmas movies during the month of December. Let’s look at the way other Countries celebrate Christmas:


    Sweden: The Yule Goat has been a Swedish Christmas symbol dating back to ancient pagan festivals.


    Philippines: Every year, the city of San Fernando holds what’s known as the Giant Lantern Festival, which features beautiful lanterns that symbolize the Star of Bethlehem.

    Japan: Christmas isn't a national holiday in Japan. Rather than gathering around the table for a turkey dinner, families head out to their local Kentucky Fried Chicken.

    Iceland: Iceland celebrates what they call 13 days of Christmas.

    Finland: On Christmas morning, Finish families traditionally eat a porridge made of rice, milk, cinnamon, and/or butter.

    New Zealand: Because summer falls during Christmas, a lot of their traditions are centered around a barbeque grill, where families and friends get together and have a casual cookout.

    Denmark: Today, people decorate their homes with superstitious characters called nisser, who are believed to provide protection.

    Martinique: Families visit their neighbors during Advent and on New Year's Day, they have holiday food like yams, boudin créole, pâtés salés, and pork stew.

    Norway: In Norway, the Christmas season, called julebord, begins Dec. 3rd, filling up local bars and restaurants throughout the month.

    Ireland: The Irish leave a tall red candle in a front window overnight, a welcoming symbol of warmth and shelter for the holiday season. Traditional Christmas fare in Ireland often includes homemade roast goose, vegetables, cranberries, and potatoes.

    Barbados: A Christmas table in Barbados isn't complete without a baked ham decorated with pineapple and sorrel glazes, a rum cake, and Jug Jug, a dish inspired by the Scottish influence on the island combining pigeon peas, guinea corn flour, herbs, and salt meat.

    Poland: On Christmas Eve in Poland, many families share oplatek (an unleavened religious wafer), each person breaking off a piece as they wish each other Merry Christmas.

    The Netherlands: Sinterklaas is the Dutch name for Saint Nicholas, the man recognized by children by his long white beard, red cape, and red miter. Kids put a shoe by the chimney or back door and wake up on Christmas morning to find treats like gingerbread men, marzipan, and chocolate letters inside.

    Portugal and Brazil: Brazilian and Portuguese families come together on Christmas Eve to eat dinner as late as 10 p.m. Then, at exactly midnight, they exchange gifts, toast, and wish each other a Merry Christmas.

    Austria: Alpine countries like Austria have a legend that a devil-like creature called Krampus joins their St. Nicholas festivities on December 6th.

    South Africa: While the traditions around South Africa vary by region and culture, most families come together for a cookout, called braaing on the holiday. Marinated steaks and boerewors sausages serve as the main course, followed by a customary dessert of malva pudding served with a custard.

    Ukraine: Orthodox Christians make up nearly 49% of Ukraine's population; they observe Christmas Day on January 7th by dressing in traditional garments and walking through town singing carols.

    Mexico: All across Mexico members of the Church put on Shepherd's Plays, to retell the Christmas story. w

    Switzerland: Families make their own advent calendars, which are either given to children as a surprise or made together as a fun activity.

    El Salvador: Central American countries like El Salvador toast Christmas with fireworks display on December 24th and 25th. Children celebrate with small firecrackers called volcancitos, while those who are a little older tend to prefer the larger varieties and Roman candles.


    Enjoy and come back tomorrow for Day 3!




    22 min
  • Day 1: How To Create A Holiday Budget (12 Days Of Christmas 2023)
    Creating a holiday budget really means creating a regular life budget with a category for holiday saving or spending. As you begin to think about your holiday budget, it helps to know what budgeting method works best for you.
    The zero-based budget. This is where you have a plan for every dollar you bring in. First, calculate your monthly income, including any side hustles. Then list out your monthly spending for all your expenses and any savings goals you already have in place. If you have money left over here, or if you have room to cut from any miscellaneous spending categories or savings goals, throw that money into a holiday spending category. It may help to keep this amount in your savings, knowing how much is going in there each month to keep track of what you can take out at holiday season.
    The 50/30/20 budget method. The 50/30/20 budget is a budgeting strategy that splits your after-tax income into three categories: 50% for needs, 30% for wants, and 20% for savings and debt reduction. This method was made popular by Elizabeth Warren and her daughter in their book All Your Worth: The Ultimate Lifetime Money Plan. It’s a simple guideline (not a hard-and-fast rule) to help you align your spending with your savings goals and financial health. Keep in mind the following:
    Needs are things you can’t live without.
    Wants are things you don't need but make life nicer, such as entertainment and fun.
    Savings and debt reduction are your financial goals, such as paying off loans, building an emergency fund, or investing for retirement.
    Now that you have a basic budgeting plan, here are some more specific tips for how to create a holiday budget.
    1). Start planning your holiday budget early.
    2). Review last year's holiday spending.
    3). List your holiday expenses in categories.
    4). Figure out your spending limits for each category.
    5). Save throughout the year in a high-yield savings account.
    6). Keep track of your holiday spending.
    7). Understand the pros and cons of buy now, pay later plans.
    8). Use a cash rewards credit card to earn rewards on your holiday spending.
    9). Look for ways to free up money for your holiday budget.
    10). Avoid Financial Scams During the Holiday Season.
    • Avoid holiday shopping on public Wi-Fi. If you're booking flights or shopping online for gifts, make those transactions at home on your own password-protected Wi-Fi. Inputting credit card details through public Wi-Fi puts you at risk of a hacker getting your information and having their own holiday spree.
    • Beware of email or text scams. A legitimate business or organization will never ask for your personal information; like your Social Security Number, credit or debit card numbers, or passwords over email or text messaging.
    • Be wise with retail credit cards. If you are considering applying for a retail store's credit card, be wary of how they take your information. For example, paper applications can be lost or stolen, and often contain sensitive information like Social Security Number, address, and driver's license number. If you're unsure whether your paper application will be handled with care, err on the side of caution, and skip it.
    • Monitor your account activity. Check your account activity, to make sure you don't see any unusual activity. It's just one more layer of protection to ensure that your money stays right where it belongs.
    42 min
  • Things That Hold You Back In Life
    Have you ever been stuck in what feels like a never-ending cycle of spinning your wheels, but getting nowhere? Without even realizing it, you may be the one standing in your own way on your journey to success. When we’re not seeing the results or progress that we want to see, it’s easy to blame outside circumstances. Other people, the environment, our financial situation, our circumstances, etc. We look at those things as a way to pass the blame for why we’re not achieving our goals or seeing success. In reality, you are the #1 thing that holding you back from be successful.
    Yes, it’s true there are outside circumstances, that are out of our control. Those things can impact your goals and your journey to get to them. But, if we’re honest, the main determining factor for your life is you; you are in the driver’s seat. This may be difficult to hear, but try to shift your perspective. This means that you are also the one that holds the key to your success; you have the power. That means you have great potential to achieve everything you want in life.
    Here are some everyday things, that are holding you back in Life:
    1). People pleasing.
    2). Fear.
    3). Excuses.
    4). Lack of self-care.
    5). Not having clear goals.
    6). Negativity.
    7). Self-doubt & imposter syndrome.
    8). Avoiding past issues.
    9). Waiting for the “Right Time”.
    10). Quitting too easily.
    11). Inauthenticity.
    12). Surrounding yourself with complacency.
    Go out there and be great, because great is calling you and great is calling me. Be blessed and have an amazing day on purpose.
    Contact Me:
    Linktree: https://linktr.ee/coachchelle
    26 min
  • How To Keep Going Even When You Want To Give Up
    We are born to look for instant gratification because in the ancient times, getting immediate benefits was essential for survival. We are very much present-oriented, and so when we’re not getting what we want immediately, we get anxious and want to give up.
    Yes, so once in a while, wanting to give up is normal. But giving up is not okay. For example, Walt Disney had been fired by a newspaper editor before because he “lacked imagination and had no good ideas.” If he gave up imagining and dreaming about big ideas, he wouldn’t have found the successful Disney business. If you give up now, you’re giving up the very bright future and great results you will get. The Consequence of Giving Up Too Early:
    1). Remember Why You Started and How Much You Really Want It. Think back to the moment your idea was conceived. Going back to the beginning brings into focus the purpose of your endeavor.
    2). Look Into the Reason Why You Want to Give Up. There are many reasons why you may want to quit. Be diligent in figuring out what the real issues are and tackle them specifically. Once you see what is causing the feeling, you can address it.
    3). Picture In Your Mind The End Result. Keep in your mind the picture of the end result. A visualization of what you want to accomplish will keep you moving forward. The feeling of being a quitter isn’t pleasant. You are a winner! Remember the slogan: The thrill of victory or the agony of defeat!
    Whenever you want to quit, ask yourself, do you want the thrill of victory? Or would you rather the agony of defeat? Press on; you can do this. This is how you can stay motivated and persevere even during the difficult times.
    4). Make A Plan And Have A Backup. Before you undertake anything, always have a plan of action. There are various ways this can be done. You can write a list, make a breakout chart, or form a checklist for tasks completed along the way. By having a plan in place, when you feel like giving up you can look at the plan and refocus on the steps needed to reach the goal.
    Also, have a backup plan in mind before beginning; this way when you are frustrated and want to give up, you will have an alternative plan to put in action. Life will knock you down, but don’t give up!
    5). Find Support From Other People. Don’t isolate yourself or hide your feelings of frustration, and don’t be afraid to seek support from others. Reach out to family, friends, co-workers, online forums, church members, members of your Ministry(s) to find someone that you can talk to.
    6). Be Grateful For The Good Things While You Struggle. Regardless of where you are in your process, it is important that you are always grateful, for what you already have. Whenever you feel like giving up, stop and make a list of the things you are grateful for in your life. You have so much positivity in your life to be thankful for. The way you look at the situations around you depends on the attitude with which you view them. Take on an attitude of gratitude and you will be amazed at the difference it makes.
    7). Celebrate Your Victories, No Matter How Small They Are. You should acknowledge all the victories that you have made along the way. Instead of feeling overwhelmed at all that you have left to do, write out a list of the accomplishments you have completed, no matter how small they may seem. By celebrating your progress, you will renew your energy to complete what you are doing. When you see all that, you have done, it will excite you to take further action until the finish line. Don’t give up!
    8). Have Motivational Reminders Everywhere. Keep your favorite motivational quotes, around you and look at them every day. Keep them where you can always see them and recite them as often as you need to. Your takeaway today, is to never give up: No matter what!
    Closing: Please be sure to subscribe to my Podcast, if you haven’t already done so. Go out there and be great, because great is calling you and great is calling me.
    11 min
  • How To Recover What You Lost
    Faith is the decision to love, no matter the circumstances and the more you choose to love, the greater your faith will grow. Here are some ways you can keep the faith when it seems impossible:
    1). Pray. Prayer really works and all you have to do is ask God for the strength you need during your difficult times. Ask God to guide you and keep you.
    2. Find Inspiration. Let inspiration help you stay connected through faith. When life happens, instead of yelling, cussing, and fighting, you may want to look for the good in your mess. There is always some good that can come out of a bad situation.
    3). Surround yourself with faithful people. We are who we spend our time with the most. So, if you want to walk the path of faith, you must surround yourself with as many people of faith as you possibly can. I love it when Helen Baylor tells her story, and she says she had a praying Grandmother, and she knew enough to call on the name of Jesus. Her Grandmother was the faith she needed to decide to get her life together.
    4). Talk to God first thing in the morning. When you wake up, before your feet hit the floor you should spend a few minutes meditating and asking God to give you faith to make it through the day, to make it through their situation. This will get your day started and you will thank yourself for it.
    5). Faith is the decision to love the unlovable and to love when everything seems impossible. Faith says that when you feel like giving up or giving in, you keep going because you know that best is yet to come.
    Go out there and be great, because great is calling you and great is calling me. Be blessed and have an amazing day on purpose.
    Contact Me:
    Linktree: https://linktr.ee/coachchelle
    27 min
  • How To Believe In Yourself Again
    It’s a well-known fact that if you want to succeed in life, you have to believe in yourself. If you don’t believe in you, why should anybody else believe in you? “Believe in yourself, and the rest will fall into place. Have faith in your own abilities, work hard and there is nothing you cannot accomplish.” – Brad Henry
    Here Are Some Ways You Can Start To Believe In Yourself Again:
    1). Accept That Where You Are Is Not Where You Will Always Be. You have to accept that your current situation is not your final destination. Use where you are as a steppingstone to your next level. Use where you are as part of your success story; we all have a story to tell. “First, accept sadness. Realize that without losing, winning isn’t so great.” – Alyssa Milano.
    2). Think About Your Past Success. You’ve done it before, and you will do it again. Look at how far you’ve come and know it’s not over until God says it’s over. Your past should always motivate you. “Every day is a new opportunity. You can build on yesterday’s success or put it’s failure behind and start over again. That’s the way life is, with a new game every day.”– Bob Feller
    3). Trust And Believe In Yourself. This is one of the most important things that you must remember. You have everything you need inside of you; you just have to believe it. “Everything in the universe is within you. Ask it all from yourself.” – Rumi
    4). Don’t Let Fear Stop You. Fear stands for False Evidence that Appears Real. It is the main thing that holds you back from believing in yourself again, more than anything else. Face your fears and don’t let them stop you from achieving your goals: “Always do what you are afraid to do.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
    5). Give Yourself A Break Every Now And Then. You have to forgive yourself for any failures or mistakes that you have committed in the past and move on. You have to look at the future and stop living in the past. Be compassionate towards yourself.
    6). Keep Moving Forward And Never Look Back. “If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do, you have to keep moving forward.” – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
    Closing: Go out there and be great, because great is calling you and great is calling me. Be blessed and have an amazing day on purpose.
    Contact Me:
    Linktree: https://linktr.ee/coachchelle
    19 min
  • What Do You Want In Life?
    Did you know the average person makes 35,000 decisions per day? Every decision demands a fraction of your mental energy. It’s no wonder why life’s biggest decisions feel so exhausting. Figuring out what you want in life is important because it gives you purpose, can influence your career path, and makes life worth living. Here are some questions to ask yourself, to help you figure out what you want in life:
    1). What makes you happy? Everyone wants to be happy, but happiness isn’t just feeling joyful. It’s also feeling needed, having a purpose, and maintaining that happiness amid uncertainty. Make a list of everything that makes you happy is a good place to start.
    2). What are your needs? Sometimes, our wants and needs go hand in hand. Other times, what we need isn’t what we want.
    3). What are your personal values? Your core values are principles that guide you through life.
    4). What gives you purpose? When we do what fulfills us, that energy positively impacts others as well.
    5). What activities put you in a flow state? In this case, “flow” refers to the joy we feel when we’re right where we're meant to be.
    6). What would you do if there were no limits? As you think about that, here are some other questions to ask yourself:
    • What would you rather be doing?
    • Who do you want to spend your time with?
    • Who do you want to help?
    • Are you in the right location to do what you want to do?
    • What are you willing to sacrifice to achieve your goal(s)?
    • How do you define a “good life?”
    7). Who do you admire? Do you look up to someone? Think about whether you want to be like this person.
    8). How do you envision the patterns of your life? A holistic approach to a subject means looking not only at problem areas but also at the environment problems exist in.
    9). What don’t you want? Knowing what to avoid can empower you to make better decisions.
    10). What are your greatest accomplishments in life? Did you feel pride in your abilities after this happened? Is there a way for you to live a life that repeats those feelings?
    11). Are you willing to work hard? It won’t be easy, but it will be worth it. Focus on moving toward your goals, regardless of any setbacks that may come your way.
    Go out there and be great, because great is calling you and great is calling me. Be blessed and have an amazing day on purpose!
    31 min

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