Since we want to be “former procrastinators” – women who now do what needs doing when it needs doing – we need to pay attention to the strong pull of our own emotions. (“The Elephant in the Room” February 1, 2016) In the book Switch – How to Change When Change Is Hard, Chip and…
How wonderful to spend time with fellow recovering procrastinators encouraging each other and looking forward to God’s change in us! We also embrace sisters who may not share our struggle but are willing to walk with us. Thank you! I recently returned from a great time with a wonderful group of ladies in Atlantic Beach,…
Since this recovering procrastinator is missing the “directional chip,” I know I need advice when it comes to driving some place new. It doesn’t bother me to ask for help. The reality of my need is clear and the answer to my need is clear. I ask directions because I want to reach my destination….
Not only am I prone to be a procrastinator, but I am prone to getting lost. I think I’m just missing the “directional chip.” Often it is difficult for me to discern direction or how one street runs in relation to another. My dear friend was once traveling with some other women. They stopped overnight…
As a recovering procrastinator, I relish a fresh start. As part of a fresh start in 2016 I’ve chosen a new “theme” for the year. Last year I chose “Walk Free” from Galatians 5:1,16. Based on the liberty Christ purchased for me, “Walk free” prompted me to get out of a hedge of thorns I…
Most procrastinators have heard the question, “How do you eat an elephant?” Answer: “One bite at a time.” Setting a reachable goal is the first step. (Goals and Desires, March 2, 2015, Setting Reachable Goals, March 16, 2015) Next we plan the approach for achieving that goal – one step at a time. We can…
Determined to stop procrastinating, I find I often set unrealistic goals. I regret losing benefits in the past, so I want to make the most of all I can now. To “optimize” is “to make something as good or as effective as possible.” (Merriam-Webster) I want to make my life as good, as effective for…
Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise! It has no commander, no overseer or ruler, yet it stores its provisions in summer and gathers its food at harvest.
Proverbs 6:6-8
. . . you have put off the old man with his deeds, and have put on the new man who is renewed in knowledge according to the image of Him who created him.
Colossians 3:9-10