SparkPeople Sponsors help keep the site free!

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
11/20/09 7:46 P

You reap what you sow.

There couldn't be any more truth in the world than that. Whatever it is that you want you need to do for others just that thing and you receive it back abundantly!

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
10/15/09 5:05 P

Only when you truly love yourself through God, can you ever give that love to others. Once you fill up on that love, your cup runneth over and you can share that with the world.

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
10/4/09 12:01 P

Be the change you want to see in the world - Mahatma Ghandi

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
9/28/09 8:51 P

If God be for us, who can be against us. Romans 8:31


Just some food for thought

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
9/25/09 9:37 P

Norman Vincent Peale is a favorite author and teacher of mine and he places focus on bible affirmations and here is one that I want to share with everyone.

I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me Philippians 4:13

If you are feeling defeated repeat this verse 10 times out loud and you will regain the strength that you need. This is very helpful to me.

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
9/23/09 11:44 A

If you are going to do something wonderful for yourself do this one thing everyday. Be mindful of your thoughts and only think of thoughts where you are successful and happy. Get rid of negative thoughts right away. If you do this everyday you will help to manifest good and positive things will be attracted to you. This really works by golly!

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
9/19/09 7:33 P

Here is something that I learned from reading the book The power of positive thinking by Norman Vincent Peale

One way to turn around a defeated attitude or feeling say this 5 times and it will tell your subconscious that it is true and it will manifest itself.

"I can do all things through Christ which strenghteneth me" Philipians 4:13

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
9/14/09 11:40 A

If you wake up in the morning and you don't feel like you are optimistic, did you know that you can change that feeling with one thing? Yes, its as easy as smiling at your reflection. If you force a smile it can evoke good feelings. So get out there and smile away. Its contagious in a good way!

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
9/12/09 12:16 P

Lighten up

It is a hard thing to do, especially if you are a woman. We do everything for everyone and we end up being so hard on ourselves. We can do this though without 'losing' ourselves. Lighten up with laughter, simplicity, and fun. Enjoy the simple things everyday and then you can deal with life better.

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
9/1/09 2:18 P

I liked this quote so I am going to share it.

Don't measure a man's success by how high he climbs, but by how he bounces when he hits bottom

General George S. Patton

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
8/31/09 11:20 A

If at first you don't succeed, try try again!!

I couldn't stop thinking about this all day, so this is the phrase of the day.

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
8/30/09 12:50 P

Today is a good day to slow down and be aware of your senses. A good idea here is to create your own shrine in which to pray and meditate as well as awaken the senses. Place a water fountain there, add some candles, incense, a shell or stones, some flowers, and put on some calming music. Now just enjoy your space and get "lost" in it. Enjoy!

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
8/26/09 12:44 P

Practice taking deep breaths every day. I never really thought that doing this simple thing would have such a profound result. Just by giving your mind and body oxygen can make you feel better instantly. It nourishes every cell and renews you. So, try it! Sit and take some deep breaths for 10 minutes every day, it'll do you good, trust me!

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
8/25/09 11:25 A

Today I believe a good hearty laugh is in order. Make a point to lighten up any situation, watch a funny movie or show, just enjoy yourself. Laughing is the best medicine, so get out there and start healing!

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
8/24/09 11:13 A

My current realization is to live for now, in the moment. It is so important because our past has already happened and we can't do anything about it. And the future hasn't happened yet. So why waste precious time worrying or dwelling when there is nothing we can do about it.

Let's live for today because it is a gift, that is why its called the present.

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
8/23/09 10:56 A

Believe in the power of touch. Try to make a point to touch someone everyday. Whether its a pat on the back or a hug, there is healing power in reaching out to another human being. So go on and hug someone today.

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
8/22/09 12:49 P

What is the best way to be happy and share it with someone else you ask? A smile. Yes, even if you are not happy and force a smile out, its amazing how it turns you around. And, when you smile at someone else, it will brighten thier day too. A smile is contagious so keep smiling!

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
8/21/09 11:01 P

Follow your bliss - Joseph Campbell

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
8/20/09 11:45 A

Live like there is no tomorrow

Love with pure abandon

Laugh at life and yourself

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
8/19/09 11:35 A

I just watched Joyce Meyers this morning and her teachings realy struck a chord with me. She exclaimed that we need to truly love ourselves and there are three principles to doing so.

1. Be righteous
2. Be peaceful
3. Be joyful

If there is something you need or something missing in your life you need to give it.

It is returned back to you. There couldn't be any more truth than that.

God Bless

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
8/18/09 11:43 A

When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade...this quote is representative of my current state. And, besides that, it is so true. When life puts obstacles in front of you, you make do with what you have and turn it into a positive thing. Always remain positive no matter what!!

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
8/2/09 12:38 P

Today is the day to get your body moving. Our bodies were intended to move, bend, run, stoop, and a number of other movements. Revel in the magnificense of your body and gain the wonderful feeling and energy that it brings you.

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
8/1/09 11:52 A

The focus today is getting closer to nature. Most of the time we live separately from nature in our day to day lives. We go to work, we get groceries, come home cook dinner, go to bed. Next time, on your day off, go to a place of natural wonder. The feelings of well being will come over you. Be inspired and uplifted at the power that surrounds you. When the miracle of life envelops you it helps you to find the power within. Enjoy the slendor that God has created and you will become closer to God.

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
7/31/09 12:52 P

Today I want to focus on changing habits. When we are in the process of quitting a bad habit it creates an emptiness inside us. That emptiness seeks out anything to fill that void. Its at that very moment when you either falter and go back to the bad habit or you replace it with something positive. I choose to find the positive. Time to think consciously, be mindful, and do what is right.

With God on my side anything is possible because positive change is fulfilling.

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
7/30/09 11:15 A

Today is being grateful for food day. I am going to bless food today for everything that it does for me. It provides me with fuel,nourishment,and energy. I give thanks to food today and everyday.

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
7/29/09 11:41 A

The word of the day is Kindness

Practice acts of kindness every day because it is empowering for the doer and the recipient. It helps in connecting each person to his or her spiritual self, which is the real source of power.

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
7/28/09 12:15 P

Here is a funny quote from the Simpsons

Oh yeah, what are you gonna do? Release the dogs? Or the bees? Or the dogs with bees in their mouth and when they bark, they shoot bees at you?

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
7/26/09 11:18 A

Happiness resides not in possessions and not in gold, the feeling of happiness dwells in the soul

Democritus

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75

SparkPoints: (12,059)
Fitness Minutes: (8,625)
Posts: 549
7/25/09 10:17 P

My name is Kristen and I have created a journal where I will share my aspirations,inspirations, gratitude, and affirmations. Anything that I can share with others that can uplift all of our spirits. And, for anyone willing to join in with some positive words, join on in!



Edited by: SPARKLYGIRL66 at: 7/25/2009 (22:21)

Pounds lost: 20.0

0 18.75 37.5 56.25

75