FAVORED FRIDAYS

FAVORED FRIDAYS: RELEASE...

2009-10-23T15:50:00.001-05:00

TODAY I PRESENT YOU WITH ONE CHALLENGE/THOUGHT

RELEASE AND TRUST

WHAT DOES THAT MEAN TO YOU?

FAVORED FRIDAYS: WHO ARE YOU...REALLY?

2009-10-09T14:39:00.001-05:00

"Letting go of who you THOUGHT you were supposed to be, to become who you really are, doesn't happen all at once. It takes TIME...and time involves Embracing a Process! Have you been squeezed into a mold that wasn't made for you? BREAKOUT..GET FREE!....Start today!"

A friend shared this quote with me and it resonated so strongly! I have most definitely been guilty of this.

It is so difficult in our world today to truly be the person we are rather than the person that we think we should be.

Who or what is dictating the person you are? What can you do to break out of those shackles?

Speaking from experience, it is such a freeing feeling to know that you have left you you're "supposed to be" behind and embrace the person God had made you to be and the person you are comfortable or happy being.

Why waste another minute being a person you're not? Embrace who you really are and enjoy it!

FAVORED FRIDAYS: STAND BY YOUR CONVICTIONS

2009-10-02T09:57:00.000-05:00

GOOD MORNING TO ALL OF YOU!

YES, I DO REALIZE IT HAS BEEN QUITE AWHILE SINCE I HAVE SENT OUT FAVORED FRIDAYS.

THE PAST FEW MONTHS HAVE BEEN FILLED WITH SO MUCH GROWTH!

SO MUCH WORK TO DO...

AND THE MOST EXCITING PIECE OF ALL, PLANNING OUR NOVEMBER 14TH WEDDING! :)

OVER THE PAST COUPLE MONTHS I HAVE GONE THROUGH A LOT OF PERSONAL GROWTH.

I HAVE HAD A REALIZATION ABOUT MYSELF...

WHEN I WAS "YOUNG" I WAS A VERY STRONG YOUNG WOMAN WHO SPOKE HER MIND AND STOOD BY HER CONVICTIONS...WITHOUT WAVERING!

I REALIZE AS I LOOK BACK THAT AFTER COLLEGE, I REALLY LET THOSE QUALITIES DIMINISH.

AS A RESULT OF THAT, PEOPLE IN MY LIFE BEGAN TO THINK THAT I HAD NO OPINIONS AND THAT I WOULD BE THE QUIET WOMAN WORKING BEHIND THE SCENES...

I HAD BECOME THE WOMAN WHO DIDN'T SPEAK...

I WAS CONTENT WITH LETTING OTHERS HAVE THEIR THOUGHTS AND OPINIONS...

THROUGH A LOT OF PRAYER AND GUIDANCE FROM GOD,

HE HAS REMINDED ME TO STAND BY MY CONVICTIONS

ALLOW YOURSELF TO REALIZE WHAT YOUR CONVICTIONS ARE:

WHETHER THAT BE IN RELIGION, WORK, PERSONAL ISSUES, ETC...

STAND BY THOSE CONVICTIONS AND STAND UP FOR YOURSELF.

WE ARE EACH ENTITLED TO OUR THOUGHTS AND OPINIONS

HOW BORING WOULD CONVERSATIONS BE WITHOUT EACH OF US EXPRESSING OUR OWN THOUGHTS AND OPINIONS...

HOW WOULD WE GROW WITHOUT HEARING OTHERS IDEAS?

I HAVE TWO CHALLENGES FOR YOU TODAY:

IDENTIFY YOUR CONVICTIONS AND LEARN TO STAND UP FOR THEM

ALLOW YOURSELF TO BE OPEN TO TRULY HEARING THE CONVICTIONS OF OTHERS

I ASSURE YOU...YOU WILL TRULY GROW

HAVE AN AMAZING DAY AND CONTINUE TO LOOK FORWARD TO MORE FAVORED FRIDAYS COMING YOUR WAY!

FAVORED FRIDAYS: OPEN THE WINDOWS!

2009-07-24T17:35:00.001-05:00

"OPEN THE WINDOWS"

Evening all! So sorry for this weeks message to be so late. I've had the joy of being able to spend most of my day with my wonderful fiance :) (Go ahead and gag) :) As we spent the day driving around in his Wrangler doing relaxing things like hiking and splurging on lunch together, I observed all of those people in their cars around us. Most drivers were speeding along, cutting people off, talking on their cell phones with their windows closed and not enjoying the day at all. Yes, I completely understand that most of you were busy with your work day, however; why not open the windows and enjoy the 10-15 minutes you have in the car. Turn on your favorite radio station and crank the volume up. Make the commute time in your car a moment to get away from your routine. Our days are so consumed with schedules and routines...so many moments of having to be put together and professional. Take the time in your car to break out of that box! Turn up the music, open the windows, and let the wind blow through your hair...I promise, these moments will completely refresh your day and your attitude!
Enjoy the breeze :)

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"Purifed Trends"
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Jehan N. Khan
1010 Consulting
(615)497-1010
1010Consult@gmail.com
www.1010.vpweb.com

"For I know the plans I have for you says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." ~Jeremiah 29:11~

FAVORED FRIDAYS: PREPARE WITH PATIENCE

2009-07-10T15:08:00.001-05:00

PREPARE WITH PATIENCE

I don't know about you...but, patience is a constant battle for me.
Not only do we live in an environment where we expect immediate
results, it's also human nature to want things when we want them! This
week my patience has been tested and strengthened. The idea of
Preparing with Patience has been a constant thread throughout my week.
The season of life I am in is requiring a lot of preparation and
planning...with that, I find myself wanting to see results yesterday!
However, I am reminded that in order for things to have a good and
strong result...time is required. This is where patience is required.
Today I encourage you to Prepare with Patience...take the steps, put
in the time, and plan for the goals and life you desire...but do all
of this with patience...knowing that results may not be immediate.
Prepare with Patience.

--
"Purifed Trends"
Produced by 1010 Consulting
Aug. 8th Event Canceled...Look for us in the Fall in Williamson Co.!
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Jehan N. Khan
1010 Consulting
(615)497-1010
1010Consult@gmail.com
www.1010.vpweb.com

"For I know the plans I have for you says the Lord. They are plans for good
and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." ~Jeremiah 29:11~

FAVORED FRIDAYS: FOLLOWING THE CURVES OF THE ROAD

2009-06-26T11:17:00.000-05:00

Happy Friday! In keeping with last weeks message of releasing control
I have been reminded this week of how unpredictable life is and how
the direction of our life can change at the drop of a hat. We spend so
much of our lives planning our lives. The exciting thing is that as
soon as you release the control we mentioned last week, opportunity
and new adventures enter your life...creating many different curves in
the road of life. We work so hard to make the road we travel a
straight one...why? Why not enjoy the unplanned moments and
opportunities...they create the curve in our road. I encourage you
today to embrace the curves that are added to your straight road.
Allow your life to take you on an adventure that is unplanned.
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"Purifed Trends"
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Jehan N. Khan
1010 Consulting
(615)497-1010
1010Consult@gmail.com
www.1010.vpweb.com

"For I know the plans I have for you says the Lord. They are plans for good
and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." ~Jeremiah 29:11~

FAVORED FRIDAYS: RELEASE CONTROL

2009-06-19T14:14:00.000-05:00

RELEASE CONTROL

Living in the world of today is a constant struggle for control. We try to control our social lives, our work lives, or family lives, the cars we drive, the clothes we wear, etc... How often do you find yourselves exhausted from trying to control each are of your life?

I don't know about you, but I have realized how exhausting "controlling' life can be.

Through this realization, I have slowly begun to release control of areas of my life...it's always amazing how things tend to just fall into place when you let go (and let God). Part of releasing this control is promising yourself not to worry about tomorrow...not to worry about what others think...not to worry about what the next step is. Yes, this is a difficult commitment to make, especially when it is against our nature.

How about challenging yourself to go against that nature for one week. Take this coming week and designate one area of your life to not worry about or control. Dare to imagine what could happen. I venture to say that particular area of your life will take on a light you hadn't expected.

Releasing control opens your life to a whole new world of opportunity.

--
"Purifed Trends"
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Jehan N. Khan
1010 Consulting
(615)497-1010
1010Consult@gmail.com
www.1010.vpweb.com

"For I know the plans I have for you says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." ~Jeremiah 29:11~

FAVORED FRIDAYS: ADMIT TO YOURSELF BEFORE OTHERS

2009-06-05T14:50:00.001-05:00

ADMIT TO YOURSELF BEFORE YOU ADMIT TO OTHERS

This week has been a week of personal, emotional realizations for me. This past month has been one of the happiest months for me, but also a very trying one. Those of you who are a part of my daily life know that I have encountered a rather emotional roller coaster that I probably have not dealt with in the healthiest way.
We also know that I am the queen of wearing a mask of confidence during a crisis.
While being able to maintain confidence in a crisis can be a good thing, it can also be a detriment. This time, I allowed that confidence to be a detriment to my daily life. I had this realization on Monday when I finally allowed myself to admit - to myself - that I was not okay. This was very difficult for me because I am always "okay". However, I had a moment where I realized that I would not be able to enjoy the future moments in my life - simple or extravagant - as long as I allowed my true emotions to be suppressed in being "okay". You see, those close to me knew I was struggling, but I didn't recognize it myself.
The lesson I learned was that the hardest part is to admit to yourself when you're not "okay".
It's easy to tell others about the hardships in your daily life, but it's not easy to truly share your heart - with yourself or those around you - when you know you are admitting you have a kept a wall up.
When you finally take the step and admit to yourself what is really going on in your heart, you find yourself sharing that realization with those around you and in turn, you find that wall beginning to crumble.
The best feeling is when you feel that wall hit the ground!
My question to you today is:

How honest are you with yourself?
How often do you truly share those honest moments with those who love you?

Take a risk and let that wall hit the ground...

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"Purifed Trends"
Produced by 1010 Consulting
Mark Your Calendars for August 8th 2009

Jehan N. Khan
1010 Consulting
(615)497-1010
khan.jehan@gmail.com

"For I know the plans I have for you says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." ~Jeremiah 29:11~

FAVORED FRIDAYS: SEIZING THE MOMENT

2009-05-29T09:35:00.000-05:00

SEIZE THE MOMENT!

How often do you look at your life and realize how routine it is? How often do you look back on moments and think...Gosh, I wish I had taken that opportunity or taken that trip?

This week I have truly been reminded to Seize the Moment! Seize it in every area of your life.
So often...and I am very guilty of this!...we plan out our lives, our careers, our paths. Through all of this planning we put on blinders to those opportunities and chances that come along side us. We almost have to be completely derailed in order to realize that there are other opportunities out there for us (personally and professionally).
Today I encourage you to take those blinders off. Life is so short and we each deserve to live it with a passion and excitement that is contagious!
Go ahead and continue to set those goals and those dreams, but when an opportunity comes out of left field...take it! Use discernment in your life to distinguish between good and bad opportunities, but take the risk! Seize the moment. Venture off the beaten path and create new paths...who cares if those paths aren't straight.
Seizing the Moment will create an excitement in your life that will continuously
rejuvenate your life and your relationships.
SEIZE THE MOMENT!

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Miss Jehan Khan
(615)497-1010
khan.jehan@gmail.com

"For I know the plans I have for you says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." ~Jeremiah 29:11~

~If your memories are bigger than your dreams; you are going in the wrong direction~

FAVORED FRIDAYS: ADVENTURE

2009-05-22T08:54:00.000-05:00

ADVENTURE

This week I had the pleasure of imparting some words of wisdom and encouragement on a few High School graduates. To say the least, this opportunity brought me back to both my High School and College graduations. The most exciting emotions that I remember feeling during those moments were emotions of joy, anxiousness, uncertainty, and peace. You see, it was during these seasons of my life that I was just so excited about the adventure to come! The unknown was lurking around the corner and it just drew me in.
As we move into adulthood, those adventures do seem to become minimal. We have to become more purposeful in seeking out those adventures and being open to the unknown of an adventure.
I don't know about you, but I still love an adventure! I'm always looking for the next one and I still get that excited and anxious feeling in the pit of my stomach when I know there is a new adventure around the corner!
What's your next adventure?

FAVORED FRIDAYS: LET GO OF YOUR COMFORT ZONE

2009-05-15T11:49:00.000-05:00

"The vast majority of people live within a comfort zone that is relatively small. the comfort zone is defined by our fear and our perception of our limitations. We are occasionally willing to take small steps outside it, but few of us dare to expand it. Those who dare sometimes fail and retreat, but many experience the satisfaction of moving into a larger comfort zone and joyful anticipation of more success."

Christopher Reeve

Carlos shared this quote with me yesterday and I had to share it! This simple concept spoke volumes to me. So many of us are fearful of the unknown and therefore get stuck in our comfort zone. My thought is, why would you want to live in that comfort zone when there is so much out there for you to experience...all you have to do is take that first step into the unknown. Don't limit yourself or your life by what you think your life should be...let go of those limitations and fears and experience a full life!

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1010 Consulting
Impacting Lives
Miss Jehan Khan
(615)497-1010
khan.jehan@gmail.com
www.1010-consulting.com

"For I know the plans I have for you says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." ~Jeremiah 29:11~

~If your memories are bigger than your dreams; you are going in the wrong direction~

FAVORED FRIDAYS: OPEN HEARTS

2009-05-08T15:55:00.000-05:00

HAPPY FRIDAY!
Before I even begin my "message" for today, I have to warn you and apologize...it's a mushy one :)

First I will share the exciting news! Carlos and I got engaged this past weekend!

Who would've thought that I would be the crying, overjoyed girl during this time of my life (our lives)!

Aside from the typical new bride emotions, I have noticed a change in my heart over the past week.
My heart has been more open than I have experienced in a very long time.
I feel softened in a joyful and peaceful kind of way.
Of course I am like this towards Carlos because I love him, but I am seeing this affect every area of my life.

I find myself just sitting back and enjoying everything rather than rushing to make things better than they already are. I find myself truly connecting with those around me because I am not only listening with my ears or seeing with my eyes, but am listening and seeing with my heart.

I ask you a simple question on this Friday: What does it take for your heart to soften and be open?
When was the last time you felt that calm that allowed you to just relax in joy and truly hear or see those around you? Take some time to search for those moments in your life that have allowed you to have an open heart. Seek that opportunity for this time in your life.
Not only does having an open heart allow you to enjoy the benefit, but those around you will benefit as well.

I told you it would be a mushy one today :) I hope this blesses you hearts.

FAVORED FRIDAYS: HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW...?

2009-05-01T09:28:00.000-05:00

DO YOU REALLY KNOW THE PEOPLE IN YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE?
This past week I was informed that the property manager of my home
passed away. Dave was a gentleman in his mid 50's who always said hi
but kept to himself. I'll admit that at times I complained because I
thought he was a grouchy old man. Dave died this week...very suddenly.
The part of this that has hit me the hardest is that I saw Dave every
day...complained about is grouchiness...but never really took the time
to get to know him. It's pretty sad when you learn more about a person
in their obituary than face to face. The reality is that Dave was a
huge community advocate and very giving of his time while serving on
several comminity boards. Dave was well loved in his circles for his
advocacy and willinginess to give. This entire experience has reminded
me that you will never know a person through a single hello. We
absolutely must devote the time and energy to truly getting to know
those in our day to day lives. In an age of fast paced living the art
of truly knowing a person is being lost...don't let it get lost in
your daily life. Take the time...you never know when that person will
be gone. Life, people, relationships are precious. Value them. How
well do you know the people in your daily life?

--
1010 Consulting
Impacting Lives
Miss Jehan Khan
(615)497-1010
khan.jehan@gmail.com
www.1010-consulting.com

"For I know the plans I have for you says the Lord. They are plans for good
and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." ~Jeremiah 29:11~

~If your memories are bigger than your dreams; you are going in the wrong
direction~

FAVORED FRIDAYS: LISTENING

2009-04-24T11:00:00.000-05:00

LISTENING

Hello to all of you on this incredibly beautiful day! I hope you are able to enjoy every minute of it!
Today I am reminded of the value of listening!
We are constantly told to speak up...make yourself known...let people know who you are and where you are.
We are in an age of shouting from the roof tops.
However, there is such value in listening!
Listening to the sounds of the day.
Listening to music that inspires us.
Listening to those in our lives who just need us to lend an ear.
Listening to those who are wiser than us...yes, folks...there are a lot of people out there who know more than we do! Listen...and learn from them!
I have truly been challenged in the past months with the idea of shutting my mouth and listening to those I come in contact with. I have learned so much and have become so much more aware...
I challenge you today to listen more than you speak.

FAVORED FRIDAYS: LIVE IN THE MOMENT!

2009-04-17T11:42:00.001-05:00

LIVE IN THE MOMENT!
It is on beautiful days like today that I am reminded to enjoy every moment and to live fully in every moment!

I don't know about you, but I find that the weather can seriously affect my mood and thought process!
The past few days of gloomy clouds and cold weather has taken my thought process to anything but joy and excitement.
I know...shame on me! My joy and confidence should never be determined by the weather, but...I'm human..and, I'm a girl! :)

HOWEVER, I woke up this morning to find the sun shining and the temperature to be perfect!
I also woke up this morning with the realization (yet again!) that everything is in His hands!

We cannot live each day worrying about yesterday or tomorrow.
We cannot live even a moment wondering how things will come into fruition or wondering where our lives are headed.

It is beautiful days like today that I am reminded to just live in the moments we are given! Enjoy each moment to the fullest! Engage in each conversation fully.
Share your joy and love with those you care about with an intensity and passion.

Take a risk! Don't let fear hold you back from an exciting opportunity...even if it is just taking 5 minutes to lay in the grass on a gorgeous day like today.

What do you need to do today to live in the moment?
I assure you that living in each moment fully and intentionally will bring you a joy and a freedom that is unexplainable!
Why not take advantage of that?!
LIVE IN EACH MOMENT OF EACH DAY!

FAVORED FRIDAYS: CALM IN THE STORM

2009-04-10T13:57:00.000-05:00

CALM IN THE STORM

It is such a stormy day in Nashville today! Watching the skies today gave me the message that I wanted to pass onto all of you. As I have watched the skies, I have seen the skies go from dark and very stormy to bright and sunny...but, the sky that really caught my attention was the sky that was so dark and stormy, with just a few streaks of sunshine pushing through.
It is this image that reminded me of finding the calm IN the storm. Those rays of sunshine remind us that calm can be found during the storm. We don't have to wait for the storm to be over...
So many of us have had a roller coaster of a ride over the past months and months to come. We have endured storms larger than we thought we could handle. Some of us are still in the midst of that storm.
I use my time today to remind all of you...there is calm in the storm.
I am reminded through my daily walk with God that He provides that calm.
In the midst of it all, we can lean on Him and know that He has it all under control.
What seems like a storm to us, is a mere gust of wind to Him.
I challenge you today: Use your energy to focus on the calm, not the storm.
Whatever we choose to focus on becomes larger.
Why would you want to the storm to become larger?
What does calm mean for you?
Allow your eyes to look past the storm and directly into the calm.
Enjoy that calm...

FAVORED FRIDAYS: COMPASSION

2009-04-03T11:35:00.000-05:00

COMPASSION

Compassion is putting others before yourself. Compassion is lending a helping hand.

Compassion is genuinely taking the time to understand another person's pain.

Compassion is loving someone just because you know they need it.

Compassion is taking the time to listen.

This weeks message came to me as early as Monday and has come up in conversation and action everyday this week.

We live in a world that is all about "me".

However, the reality is...that it's not about "me" at all. Our day to day lives are all about those we come in contact with.

How do we treat each other? How do we speak to one another? Do we help the complete stranger who obviously needs a helping hand?

Do we love on people just to make sure they feel loved?

Do we listen to that person who is so desperately looking for someone to talk to?

My message this week is simple. Show some compassion.

Show compassion to those you know and those you don't know.

Lend a helping hand.

Take a few minutes to stop in your busy day and listen!

Open your hearts to those you come in contact with...

Let those walls down and let another person see that you do genuinely care.

Put others before yourself.

Compassion is Contagious!

FAVORED FRIDAYS: SIMPLICITY

2009-03-26T20:59:00.000-05:00

SIMPLICITY

Lately I find myself constantly purging my life.
I had the privilege of speaking to a small group this week.
In reflecting on what I spoke about, I realized that much of my time with them was spent talking about simplifying my life.

You see, it's always in the more difficult, slower times of our lives that we realize what we really need in life.

I've realized over the past few months that I don't need 100 pairs of shoes in my closet.
I don't need 3 closets full of clothes. I don't need 10 different kinds of skin care. I don't need to eat out at trendy restaurants every other night. I don't need to attend every event in town.

What I do need: sincere and prospering relationships. A relationship with God that challenges me on a daily basis.
The courage to dream. Peace and joy in my heart. Quiet time to just enjoy the scenery.
An urgency to live each moment to the fullest and to look forward to the next day!

It may sound cliche, but it is so true: It's the little things in life that really matter. It's the little things in life that ultimately make us happy.

With that, I dare you! Let go of all the excess in your life. Simplify your life.

Transfer all that time and energy that we put into the excesses of our life and put it into what really matters.
Focus on those relationships that matter. Focus on your physical, spiritual, and mental growth.
Take time to dream! We all have a whole life ahead of us that has so much room for excitement!

De-clutter you lives. Simplify your lives. I dare you

FAVORED FRIDAYS: THE IMPACT OF A SMILE

2009-03-20T09:59:00.000-05:00

THE IMPACT OF A SMILE

Throughout the week I have had the pleasure of encountering so many people...socially, professionally, in passing, through observation, etc.
It saddens my heart to have made the observation I made this week: so many people are forgetting to smile.
When I have brought up this topic with some, the general response I get is: well, these are tough times; people are stressed out; the financial status of our economy is wearing on people, etc...
These responses absolutely break my heart. I acknowledge that we are living through a tough time in our world. BUT!!!!! These tough times are bringing us back to the important things in life: Family, Friends, Reading a good book, becoming creative with our time again, etc.
I would like to use this time to remind all of you that joy and happiness does not come from a strong financial state in our world. Joy and happiness does not come from the high powered job that you may have lost this year.

True joy and true happiness comes from a peace that you have inside. True joy and true happiness can be shared with those around you through a smile. A smile can lift the entire mood of not only people around you, but you yourself. I challenge you and a beg of you: make it a point of smiling as often as you can. Begin your day with a smile and share that smile with those around you. I promise! You will begin to see a difference in your day and a difference in the way people respond to you.
A smile is contagious! Let's start passing it along and watch the ripple affect it has in our lives.
These are truly good times, we just have to shift our focus to all those wonderful things that are happening.
Begin your day with a smile.

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Miss Jehan Khan
(615)497-1010
khan.jehan@gmail.com
www.1010-consulting.com

"For I know the plans I have for you says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." ~Jeremiah 29:11~

~If your memories are bigger than your dreams; you are going in the wrong direction~

FAVORED FRIDAYS: STEP BY STEP

2009-03-13T09:44:00.001-05:00

STEP BY STEP

Good Morning on this bitterly cold Friday morning! I hope this was a wonderful and adventurous week for all of you!

Throughout this week I had the opportunity to have coffee and dinner engagements with so many of you...as I always do. I so enjoy these opportunities with friends and colleagues as it continues to enlighten me on the fact that so many of us struggle with the same hurtles in life!
This week, the repetitive topic was: How do I achieve my dream (goal)? Are the steps I'm taking moving me away from the goals I have set or moving me towards those goals?
It is in hearing these questions that I am reminded of what so many wise people told me as I embarked on launching 1010 Consulting...take it step by step. One step at a time. Keep that end goal in front of you at all times so that your focus does not waiver, but just take it one step at a time. Sometimes it may feel like you have taken a step that is out of line with your direction, however...evaluate it a bit. Is it really? Or is it going to ultimately help you reach your goal in a stronger and more established way?

My personal experience is that 1010 Consulting has been a dream of mine for almost 5 years. However, it took me a good 4 years of working for other companies, meeting people through those companies, learning from those jobs, etc. before I was able to confidently launch 1010 Consulting. Because of the experiences and the people I have connected with through those previous opportunities, 1010 launched with support and encouragement!
I encourage you today...evaluate where you are today - whether it be in your personal life or your work life. What is your end goal? Is there a portion of where you are today that you see benefiting that end goal?

Our days are much more exciting and encouraging when we make a point of looking for the benefit in that day. Seek out the positive no matter the circumstance, and I promise you...it will pay off in making your dreams and goals a strong reality!

Take it one step at a time.

FAVORED FRIDAYS: REST IN THE CALM

2009-03-06T13:33:00.000-06:00

RESTING IN THE CALM

Over the past two weeks I have been constantly reminded of the need to rest.

So many of us are working extra hard to maintain stability, volunteering more than usual in order to be giving to those who are struggling right now, and so many of us are getting sick with the seasonal gunk that seems to find its way into our heads and chests.

I don't know about you, but during these harder times I find myself running in a million different directions instead of enjoying and resting in the calm.

We've all heard the phrase "the calm before the storm". So many of you that I have spoken to over the past few weeks have expressed the idea that there are so many opportunities and possibilities right there in your grasp. However, the immediate future seems to be empty. I ask you today to not look at this as empty but more as an opportunity to rest.

Yes, we all worry about money, jobs, new business, etc…

Do what you need to do to pay those bills, but go back to basics! Remove all of those extraneous things in your life that are costing you extra money and energy. Go back to the things and moments in life that are important. Use this empty time as cherished time. We all know that the calm doesn't last forever. I for one firmly believe that this moment of calm is only temporary and a rush of excitement is just ahead.

Just as this photo depicts, there are always calm patches in a stream, but just ahead of the calmness is a rush of water creating noise, waves, and lots of movement.

This, my friends is our calm…the rush of water is just within our grasp. I challenge you in the coming weeks to enjoy the calm. Rest in the calm. Our rush of excitement, of movement, of noise is coming sooner than you may think. Enjoy the quiet right now and rest.

FAVORED FRIDAY'S: FOCUS

2009-02-20T10:37:00.000-06:00

Thursday, February 19, 2009

Focus

Focus

When a photographer takes a picture, he has the equipment and the knowledge to know what to focus on to make that picture excellent. He can choose one branch out of 100 to focus on...

This capability amazes me. How often do you look at a photo and see a blur of activity in the background, but one particular object stands out to you...simply because of the focus the photographer chose...

This is the focus that so many of us desire and strive for in our lives. It is so easy to get distracted by the many directions our lives take on a daily basis. Going back to last weeks message about having the courage to dream...executing those dreams takes focus.

We can absolutely have multiple dreams and goals for our lives, but we must decide to focus on each goal with intention and purpose. This requires us to prioritize these dreams and goals, designate which of them are short term and which of them are long term. Begin to strategically take steps to achieve your desires.

While pushing through the blur and focusing on the goal, be wary of distraction! It is the distraction that creates the blur and causes confusion. It is in these moments of confusion that we go back to the drawing board and re-focus on the dreams, goals, and desires we have designated for our lives.

This week I challenge you...evaluate your life and decide what is causing a blurry background and what is creating a sharp focus. Begin to grab hold of those areas of your life that create a sharp focus, and it won't be long before you see your focuses come into fruition!

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"For I know the plans I have for you says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." ~Jeremiah 29:11~

~If your memories are bigger than your dreams; you are going in the wrong direction~

FAVORED FRIDAYS: COURAGE

2009-02-13T08:00:00.002-06:00

"All of our dreams can come true - if we have the courage to pursue them." ~Walt Disney~

Do you live your life in a box? Are your days predictable and routine? My question to you today is...when was the last time you dreamt of the life you desire?

Dreaming takes courage!
Have you ever heard someone say..."Dare to dream..."? That is a phrase that has replayed in my head this week...over and over. Dare to dream!
Our world is driven today but expectations, goals, keeping up with the person next to you, etc...
So much so that our lives typically fit in this little box.
Why would we want our entire life to fit into a box? We know we can have so much more and are capable of so much more!
Dreaming takes courage. Often, our dreams challenge us and even scare us...this is when we must be courageous. Be courageous to take a leap of faith. Be courageous to venture into the unknown. Be courageous to dream.
That box we call our lives will continue to remain a closed box until we take those steps of faith to pursue the dreams we have in our heart.
Once we begin to take those steps, however small or large, our little box will soon burst and our life will again become one adventure after another.
Someone once showed me a project called a Dream Board. I have since created a Dream Book. In this book I have pictures...that I've taken or that I've cut out of magazines. I have words and ideas scribbled all throughout this book. This book houses anything and everything I dream of on a daily basis. Anything from a great new pair of shoes, to a great trip I want to take, to a life I'd like to impact.
Once we make those dreams a visual piece, we will consciously begin taking the steps towards making those dreams a reality. That courage will begin to overtake you out of excitement for the life you dream of!
I challenge you today...Dare to Dream! Create a Dream Board or Book. Share your dreams with those you love. Take a courageous step...
DARE TO DREAM!

Favored Fridays: Breathtaking Moments

2009-01-29T19:36:00.009-06:00

Welcome to Favored Fridays!
Favored Fridays has been created to offer an inspirational, motivational, and encouraging moment at the end of your week.

Breathtaking Moments

Everyday we are inundated with the negative reports that our news providers and commentators have to offer. Yes, we acknowledge the reality of our economic crisis. However, this does not mean that we need to live in a constant state of negativity or despair. It is absolutely difficult to focus on the positive...I will be the first to admit this. Every morning I have to focus on and state the positive!

It is during these times that I am reminded of one of my favorite quotes:

"Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the number of moments which take our breath away." ~Unknown~

I urge all of us to focus on these moments. Try not to spend your time focusing on the stresses of our time. Spend your time and energy focusing on those moments that take your breath away...a beautiful sunset, one person taking the time to help another, the love of your family and friends, the smaller moments in life that mean the most. Take time each day to write down one of these moments; share them with those you love. Encourage those in your life to enjoy and cherish these moments. It is these moments that we will be talking about twenty years from now.

How many moments have taken your breath away this week?