Victim v. Victor
“You do not need to know precisely what is happening, or exactly where it is all going. What you need is to recognize the possibilities and challenges offered by the present moment, and to embrace them with courage, faith…
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Victim v. Victor Exercise
One activity I do at events is the Victim v. Victor exercise. I’ve been told that it gives participants clarity on what areas in their lives they are able to more fully embrace being a victor. And thus, what…
Win a Copy of Tina Fey’s Bossypants
“A day without laughter is a day wasted.” ~ Charlie Chaplin It is World Book Night 2013 and my 20 copies of Bossypants to give to light readers in the Rising Above community have arrived!! That’s right, as a World…
Day 20 – Spark Possibility
Here’s your podcast for Spark! Challenge Day 20! Not part of Spark! 21 Day Challenge to ignite your possibility? Join here. On my radio show, I had the honor of speaking with Tom Hill, PhD, about “dreaming big” and exploring…
Day 19 – Spark Forgiveness
Not part of Spark! 21 Day Challenge to ignite your possibility? Join here. On my radio show I had the honor of speaking with Amy, a woman who was able to find forgiveness for the man who violently attacked…
Day 18 – Spark! Someone Else
Here’s your video for Spark! Challenge Day 18! Not part of Spark! 21 Day Challenge to ignite your possibility? Join here. My friend, relationships are an absolute gift! Don’t allow yours to grow stagnant. Watch this short video from my The…
Day 17 – Spark! Spirituality
Here’s your video for Spark! Challenge Day 17! Not part of Spark! 21 Day Challenge to ignite your possibility? Join here. Life is a gift. Watch this short clip from my Be The Light DVD that reminds us: in slowing down and…
Day 16 – Spark! Faith
Here’s your video for Spark! Challenge Day 16! Not part of Spark! 21 Day Challenge to ignite your possibility? Join here. Today isn’t about not having fear, it’s about choosing faith over fear. Meet Zach, an amazing young man who…
Day 14 – Spark Positivity
Here’s your video for Spark! Challenge Day 14! Not part of Spark! 21 Day Challenge to ignite your possibility? Join here. My friend, remaining positive is a game-changer. It changes the way we feel about situations, provides more energy…
Day 13 – Spark Memories
Here’s your video for Spark! Challenge Day 13! Not part of Spark! 21 Day Challenge to ignite your possibility? Join here. Watch this beautiful music video for Slip on By by Finding Favour. You’ll be be inspired by someone else’s story, by…