What Do You Do When Life Throws You a One-Two Punch?

Encourage Yourself

I have been hearing from a few friends about their daily struggles that are really testing them. I can relate, as I have been experiencing a few challenges of my own. It is not easy to stay up or positive when you are in the midst of challenges, but we must.

It is during these times we have to encourage ourselves. You can not wait for someone else to do it for you or give you permission to choose to act and think differently. One of my favorite songs during times of trial is Encourage Yourself by Donald Lawrence and the Tri-City Singers. This song is powerful and on point.

So, today, my friends. I offer you encouragement. You can get through whatever you are going through. It is only temporary and no indication of what is to come. Encourage yourself. Always.

Be a Friend to Your Friend **Video**

Just Because They Make it in Your Size

 

While picking up a few things to finish off dinner for my kids, I ran into my friend Barbara. We had not seen each other in a while, so it was nice to catch up. She told me she was enjoying my videos and I mentioned I was struggling with a concept for a new one. Ten minutes after arriving home, she sent me a text with an idea. No, it was more of a plea to do a public service announcement about what she saw when she was leaving the store.

Ladies, we have to be better friends to our friends. We can not let them look a hot mess just because they are making a run to the grocery store. NO! It ain’t cute when you are past the teenage years and still trying to fit into your extra tight, neon leggings from the 80′s. It is time to let those bad boys go. No one can see the size of your clothes, tags are on the inside, so buy the size that is most flattering for your figure.

And, to be completely honest, I have been told by many men that confidence looks so much hotter on a woman than seeing all of her goodies on display in too tight clothing.

What Are Your Rituals? **Video**

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I was inspired by my friend, Amiyrah of 4 Hats and Frugal to talk about rituals. I am so glad I did.

The older I get, the more important rituals have become for keeping me on track.

My morning rituals are by far the most important ones. They set the tone and my mood for the day. One thing that has made a difference in my mornings starting off right is drinking about 16 ounces of water when I wake up. We are most dehydrated when we wake up first thing in the morning and drinking water can make a world of difference. I share more of my morning rituals in the video.

What are some of your rituals, routines or things you do on a consistent basis? Or, have you started doing something that has made a difference in how you go about your day? Share. I would love to hear about it.

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Celebrating the Kindred Spirit **Video**

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Do you have people in your life you connect with on a level most people do not understand? They are your kindred spirits.

Kindred spirits, to me, are a step above a friend. They get you and all your -isms. In my latest video, I celebrate the kindred spirit. I am grateful for friends who touch me on a heart level. This video is about you.

Who are the kindred spirits in your life and how do you celebrate them?

How to Deal with an Opinionated Person **Video**

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I looked up the word Opinion and here is what I found:

OPINION

1 a view, judgment, or appraisal formed in the mind about a particular matter
2 belief stronger than impression and less strong than positive knowledge
3 a formal expression of judgment or advice by an expert
I know we go throughout our day formulating opinions about this and that. That is a good thing, as it is substance for good conversation and opportunities to learn something new. What is not good about opinions is when you become the object of someone’s said opinion.
Unfortunately, some people use their belief filter to make a judgement about you that you did not necessarily ask for. Have we become so relaxed in basic respect that we offer our opinions to people who do not want or need them? We are all guilty of this, but I believe there is a way to deal with people who do this to you constantly.

While my opinion is playful, there is some realness in it, also. In the end, you can not allow garbage to enter your thoughts. Even if it is coming from “well-meaning” family and friends or non-friends. Sometimes, you have to reject it and keep it moving.
How do you deal with opinionated people? Share in the comments and be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel. I am doing videos daily.