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Make a Fresh Start Today

Are you in need of a fresh start?  What about a midyear shift?  Ready for a new focus?  How about a complete do over? If there’s ever been a year…

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What the Lord Weighs ~ Sunday Devotional

“A person may think their own ways are right, but the Lord weighs the heart.”  Proverbs 21:2 (NIV) I’m getting tired of hearing about the “corona 15” on the news…

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Perfect Peace ~ Sunday Devotional

“You will keep him in perfect peace, Whose mind is stayed on You, Because he trusts in You.” Isaiah 26:3 (NKJV) Peace.  It’s something people crave. I’ve written about it…

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Bring You Back ~ Sunday Devotional

Have you ever wandered? Have you ever felt far from God?   Perhaps you’re like me and strayed away in a particular area of your life.   I wandered many years in…

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Tell Your Story ~ 5 Years Later

April 26, 2020 marked five years since I saw it in lights:  Tell Your Story.   It’s been five years since I started sharing my story with the world…or well, with…

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Be Patient ~ Sunday Devotional

Patience.   Do I have to talk about this topic??  It’s certainly not one of my strengths.  And you know what they say about patience?  Don’t pray for it because you’re…

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We're wrapping up the 500 Miles 2 May Challenge th We're wrapping up the 500 Miles 2 May Challenge this weekend. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ It's been a long 4 months since several teams committed to covering 500 miles between the first of February and the end of May. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ When I created the challenge, I had no idea that we would face a pandemic during that time. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ The challenge provided just the motivation for people to keep moving during this trying time. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ It's been fun checking in with the teams and hearing about their progress. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Not every team has stayed in touch. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Some teams have completed and gone beyond the 500 miles. Others haven't quite reached the goal but continue to move.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Motivation (via a challenge) + accountability (via workout buddy) = greater chance of success in achieving your goals!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ If you've been doing #500miles2may let's hear from you!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ If you're following along with the mile a day streak in my Facebook Group, I want to hear from you!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ A daily dose of fresh air and movement is good for your mind and your body! Get yours today. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #joyinthejourney #faithandfitness #likehowyoumove #fitmomover45 #fitandfree #findyourfit #runmyrace #positivebodyimage #activeeveryday #healthyandhappy #movemore #justmove #liveauthentic #activelife #healthyish #beautifulhealth #inspiringfitness #inspiringhealth #ditchthediet #exerciseformentalhealth #keepingactive #christianfitness #communityovercompetition #inspiringwomen #spiritualfitness #foreverfit #foreverhealthy #justbreathe #doyourbest⁠⠀
"I have learned much, made many changes since last "I have learned much, made many changes since last Fall and have made it my new way of living."⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ This is a comment from a participant in my Faith and Fitness Membership Community. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Her new way of living is having her healthy life built on a foundation of faith. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ In the community, we have daily check ins where women learn to incorporate the Faith and Fitness Framework. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ This is not a diet. There are no weigh ins or measurements taken. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ The membership is for women who are ready to feel better in their bodies right now, not 5-10 pounds from now. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ The women gain confidence in who they are - and Whose they are - and this leads to them caring for their bodies in a way that honors how she has been uniquely made.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ If you're ready to start living fit and free, the membership is open until June 3. Link in bio. DM with questions or to get started today! ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #communityovercompetition #mybeautifulmess #chooseyou #empoweringwomennow #empoweredwomen #sheinspiresothers #healthymindset #inspirehealthy #justbreathe #runmyrace #fitandfree #faithandfitness #foreverhealthy #womeninspirewomen #trustyourjourney #liveinspired #fitjourney #bodyacceptance #honoryourbody #mindset⁠⠀
It's National Hamburger Day!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Who does It's National Hamburger Day!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Who doesn't love a good burger on the grill?? ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Confession: I've never cooked on the grill. I plan the meals, but Kent does all the grilling. It's the whole lighting the darn thing. I just don't like playing with fire. 🔥⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ We've been living off venison recently and that makes a pretty good burger. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ What's your favorite grill meal? How about favorite hamburger toppings? ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Let's hear it! I'm getting hungry already! ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #moderation365 #antidiet #makepeacewithfood #healthycanbeyummy #healthylifestyle #satisfiednotstuffed #foodobsessionfreedom #likehowyoueat #runmyrace #weightneutral #foodfreedom #dietculturedropout #healthgoals #fitandfree #balanceiskey #healthyish #healthierchoices #nourishyoursoul #beautifulhealth #allfoodsfit #morethanabody #balancedlifestyle #chocolateeveryday #nondiet #faithandfitness #justbreathe #eatwhatyoulove #ditchthediet #hamburgerday #venison⁠⠀
It was a little rainy out this morning but that di It was a little rainy out this morning but that didn’t keep me from logging 1 mile this morning for Day 27 #sirunstreak ✅ . . What is it that motivates you? . . Motivation can come from a variety of places. And each day that motivation can be different. . . I started a run streak several months ago (230 days, in fact), but it started with a simple run. On the daily, I choose to move in some way because I'm motivated by knowing that everything else goes so much better when I do! . . After nearly 2 months, I realized I hadn't taken a day off of running. So I became motivated by the challenge to get to 100 days. . . Then I saw that @stilliruncommunity was doing a #runstreak in May to raise awareness for mental health. My motivation to keep running became about sharing a message that is near and dear to my heart as a mental health counselor. . . For the summer, I'm going to continue my run streak because I'm motivated by the women in my Facebook community who have committed to logging a mile a day through July 4. . . Motivation can come from outside sources like a challenge or an appointment to meet up with a workout buddy. It can also come from within such as a motivation for better health, to gain confidence, or to clear your mind. . . If you're needing an extra boost of motivation and a little inspiration, join my free facebook group and start logging your mile a day! . . . . . #runmyrace #morningmiles #earlymorningrun #irunthisbody #irunthistown #runnermom #momswhorun #likehowyoumove #runningandlife #runnerlife #shelbyroadrunners #healthyish #fitnessismywitness #fitandfree #everyrunnercounts #jesussweatcoffee #inspiringfitness #inspiringwomenrunners #faithandfitness #runlikeawoman #ihavearunnersbody #foreverfit #foreverhealthy #christianfitness #womenrunning #keepingactive #exerciseformentalhealth #runnermotivation
Mental Health Awareness Month is coming to an end Mental Health Awareness Month is coming to an end in a few days but that doesn't mean that our awareness about the importance of mental health needs to ever stop. . . You matter. Your mental health matters. Your overall wellness depends on you taking care of yourself...inside and out. In fact, caring for your mind helps your body, and caring for your body helps your mindset. . . In my opinion, a daily dose of fresh air, movement, and time with Jesus makes all the difference. . . I've been running every day this month with @stilliruncommunity to help bring awareness to this very important issue. Know that you are not alone in your struggles. You are seen. You matter. There are no right or wrong feelings. You are worth time and effort. . . Recently I wrote a post on this topic. Click the link in my bio to visit my blog. Take some time to ask yourself "How am I?" And consider checking in with a friend to ask how they are doing and give them the space to give a real answer. Don't accept "I'm fine." Dig a little deeper then support them however you can. If you need that support, reach out to someone. . . . . . #sirunstreak #selfcareisimportant #mentalhealthtips #mentalwellness #mentalhealthisimportant #emotionalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #emotionalwellbeing #mentalhealthsupport #spiritmindbody #mentalhealthcounselor #mentalhealth #healthymind #faithandmentalhealth #justbreathe #runmyrace #counselinglife #mentalhealthcounseling #counselingworks #mentalhealthsupport #wellnessinfluencer #christianinfluencer #shiftyourmindset #healthymindandbody #faithinspired #runningformentalhealth #morningrun #morningperson
{Mental Health Monday}⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Start a streak {Mental Health Monday}⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Start a streak today!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Streaking and mental health! ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ What exactly am I talking about?⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ In my Facebook Group, we’re committing to covering a mile a day between now and July 4. You can run, walk, bike, get on the elliptical, etc. I’m not concerned with your mode of transportation, so to speak. I want you to commit to daily movement for the next 40ish days. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Why? ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Committing to something gives us purpose. And accomplishing that goal improves our confidence. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Bonus: Having community to support you and hold you accountable gives you a greater chance of being successful at completing your goal. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ It’s not too late to join us. The doors of the group are open. The streak begins today. We’re checking in every day. There might even be a drawing in the end..or in the middle. Who knows?? ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Will you commit to a mile a day beginning today until July 4?? (Link to FB group is in bio.)⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ A daily dose of fresh air and movement are good for your body and your mind. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Let the streak begin!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #mentalhealthmonday #selfcareisimportant #mentalhealthtips #mentalwellness #mentalhealthisimportant #emotionalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #emotionalwellbeing #mentalhealthsupport #spiritmindbody #moveformentalhealh #faithandfitness #movemore #mileaday #runstreak #mentalhealthcounselor #mentalhealth #healthymind #faithandmentalhealth #justbreathe #runmyrace #counselinglife #mentalhealthcounseling #counselingworks #mentalhealthsupport #wellnessinfluencer #christianinfluencer #shiftyourmindset #healthymindandbody #faithinspired
{What the Lord Weighs}⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ “A person ma {What the Lord Weighs}⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ “A person may think their own ways are right, but the Lord weighs the heart.” Proverbs 21:2 (NIV)⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ I’m getting tired of hearing about the “corona 15” on the news or from so-called experts on social media. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ I was watching a news story last week about how people are gaining weight during the pandemic. At the end of the story, they said, “Just get on the scale then take action.” ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ So misguided. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ I’m not going to get into a debate about the scales here today. If you’ve followed very long, you know my thoughts on that and can read more on my blog. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ What I want to focus on is what IS important to weigh. (And your body is not one of those things!)⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ The Lord is not interested in the number on the scale. Yes, He wants you to live a healthy life and be a good steward of your body. But you can do that without stepping on a scale. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ What the Lord weighs is your heart. He weighs my heart. And that doesn’t involve a number. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ What the Lord weighs involves our focus and priorities. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ He weighs our motivations in regards to our actions. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Matthew 6:21 (NIV)⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ That which consumes our minds and our time will make it clear to us where our heart is focused. And God knows what is on our minds and the things that we are pursuing. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ I hate to admit that there was a time when I was more worried about what my body weighed than how my heart weighed before the Lord. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ My treasure was tied up in finding the next best way to lose some inches around my middle. Ironically, carrying extra weight in your middle is hard on your heart. But also, making weight loss a top priority is hard on our heart because that’s what distracts us from who God is truly calling us to be. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ He is calling us to be a good steward with all that He’s entrusted us. Not only with our body but also with the gifts, talents, and people He’s placed in our lives. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Will you ask God to search your heart? How does it weigh in? ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Happy Sunday!⁠⠀
Need a little motivation to move?⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ I'v Need a little motivation to move?⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ I've got it! ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ In my free Facebook Group (link in bio), we're committing to at least 1 mile a day beginning MONDAY (May 25) and going through July 4. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Walk, run, bike, etc. You choose how you log your mile. Simply commit to a mile a day for those 40ish days. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Bonus: Pick up "40 Days of Faith and Fitness" and read an entry each day for added inspiration. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Are you in??⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #joyinthejourney #faithandfitness #likehowyoumove #fitmomover45 #fitandfree #findyourfit #runmyrace #positivebodyimage #activeeveryday #healthyandhappy #movemore #justmove #liveauthentic #activelife #healthyish #beautifulhealth #inspiringfitness #inspiringhealth #ditchthediet #exerciseformentalhealth #keepingactive #christianfitness #morethanabody #communityovercompetition #inspiringwomen #spiritualfitness #foreverfit #foreverhealthy #justbreathe #doyourbest⁠⠀
{Confidence}⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ I’ve spent time with a {Confidence}⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ I’ve spent time with a number of women of all ages, and more than not struggle with self-confidence. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ In fact, many of these women are my age and older. They are women who have grown children and even grandchildren. And they still struggle with self-confidence.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Why is that?⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ I think one of the reasons is that women tend to put everyone else and their needs above their own. This then tells our very self that we are not important.  It tells us that our needs and opinions are insignificant.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ But I want you to hear this: ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ You are worth it ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ You are enough. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ You are the best version of you. No one else can do it better. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ God loves you just as you are. And His opinion is the only one that matters. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ 💙⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #communityovercompetition #mybeautifulmess #jesusgirl #blessedisshe #chooseyou #empoweringwomennow #youareenough #boldbraveyou #presentoverperfect #empoweredwomen #cultivatewhatmatters #sheinspiresothers #healthymindset #inspirehealthy #justbreathe #runmyrace #fitandfree #faithandfitness #foreverhealthy #womeninspirewomen #inspireothers #trustyourjourney #liveinspired #fitjourney #bodyacceptance #honoryourbody #mindset⁠⠀
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