During my quiet time this morning, I remember my post two years ago about "The Empty Chair" and it made me sad. In my den, there are two recliners, one for me and one for Robin. This is where we hang out and do life together. But one day, one of those recliners will be empty, one of us will be gone. I know that's pretty sad. The truth is, we're going to have horrific regrets or unbelievable memories, one or the other. It doesn't just apply to marriage but to every facet of life, every person we encounter.
One of our mastermind guys is dealing with bitterness. He can't let it go. Believe me I know exactly what it is. A guy did me very wrong that I wanted to shoot to him. I hated that guy. I didn't want anything to do with him. But six months ago, I went to him and I hugged him. And I told him I love you and I am sorry. I had to let it go because I was the only one being held captive, I was the only one being harmed. I was cheating my family because I was disallowing Robin to live the kind of life because I got bitterness harbored in me.
Guys, some of you, today, you want to hug somebody and tell them you love them and you're sorry. If you can't do that, confess it to somebody else and let it go. It squelches everything in you. We only got one life. We don't get a do over. Get rid of that stuff. You say, they don't deserve it! Well, it's called grace. It's things that people don't deserve but are given to them.
Listen, when you quit demanding justice you will know you have forgiven somebody. When you get bitterness out of your life, you will have a joy that I can't even begin what could transpire. It will change your life. Today, let it go! Share this message to your family as some of them needs to hear it.
Topics:
Life Coaching,
Accountability,
Masterminds,
Community,
Relationships,
Success,
Significance,
Move Forward,
Decisions,
Wisdom,
Encourage,
Encouragement,
Happy,
Growth,
Determination,
Joy
We have got to look outward to other people.
I want to share this story with you guys this morning. I hope it has an impact on you. I hope maybe that you'll consider doing something similar to this because it's virtually changed the way we view Christmas. This story changed our family changed the way we look at things. It changed the dynamic by which we approach Christmas and it's to look outward. It is to help other people.
Topics:
Life Coaching,
Character,
Community,
Relationships,
Significance,
Priorities,
Tips,
Clarity,
Development,
Gratitude,
Christmas,
Be The Light,
Encourage,
Encouragement,
Be An Encouragement,
Happy,
Leadership,
Influence,
Authenticity,
fingerprint,
Attitude,
Joy
Frank used to work for me. Each and everyday when I ask him how's he doing, he responded to me with enthusiasm and positive attitude! Watch the video and hear my story about Frank, why you should look for positive things only, why you should choose to be happy and how you can make someone happy today!
Topics:
Motivation,
Accountability,
Character,
Masterminds,
Community,
Relationships,
Success,
Significance,
Tips,
Consistent,
Move Forward,
Discipline,
Reputation,
Gratitude,
Decisions,
Crossroads,
Encouragement,
Be An Encouragement,
Happy,
Be Happy,
Leadership,
Attitude,
Joy
The priority should be family first before business. Do not focus and chase money but ending up alone. It would be sad to come home with a pocket full of money to a house full of strangers.
Topics:
Motivation,
Accountability,
Character,
Family,
Balance,
Relationships,
Success,
Significance,
Priorities,
Tips,
Parenting,
Commitment,
Move Forward,
Discipline,
Clarity,
Wife,
Decisions,
Crossroads,
Wisdom,
Encouragement,
Happy,
Leadership,
Father,
Father Figure,
Influence
I want to challenge you today about something important!
My good friend Dan Miller encouraged me 14 years ago to turn off the news. I said, "there's no way I will turn off the news! I won't appear to be an upstanding citizen-somebody who's informed!"
But looking back now, I can't thank him enough for encouraging me to do that and I promise you I've had a lot better moments as a result of not having watched the news and I haven't missed anything! I want to extend the challenge. Try it for 30 days. I promise you, it will change your life!
Topics:
Motivation,
Character,
Community,
Significance,
Priorities,
Tips,
Discipline,
Clarity,
Development,
Decisions,
Crossroads,
Encourage,
Encouragement,
Happy,
Determination,
Advice,
Influence
