My personal commitment to Pray, Plan, Pray has lasted over 26 years (with a commitment to 60 minutes of Prayer each day, 20 minutes of Planning each day, and 140 minutes of play each week)--it is a lifestyle of balance, longevity, intention, and growth. I suggest this system because I know it works! Therefore, the 5 to 10 to 20 minutes of Pray, Plan, Play was intended to give you success as you developed the habit of (in essence) the 8 Daily To-Do's!
In the final two weeks of this year's Little Changes Big Results Coaching Series, I want to encourage you to fly!
Do not hold back.
Do not accept or give excuses.
Do not compare.
Do not take "no," for an answer (maybe "not now," but not "no").
Do not listen to the wrong voices or believe the lies.
Do not give up no matter how many times/tries it will take to reach your goals.
Do not underestimate your ability to influence the lives of everyone your life touches!
Please, have your own "come to Jesus" moment this week and determine to lead a life of balance, longevity (God willing), intention and growth! Yes and Amen?
Be encouraged,
Becky
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Week Ten: Call Info (Last Chance Workout)
Today's call reminds me of The Biggest Loser's Last Chance Workout--we are coming to the end of the year and quarter...I'm passionate:) on this call, but stern!
Playback Dial-in Number: 1-213-416-6653
Playback Access Code: 303174
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
(FYI: Any group I lead will be asked to consider reading the Bible and journaling daily:)!)
Playback Dial-in Number: 1-213-416-6653
Playback Access Code: 303174
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
(FYI: Any group I lead will be asked to consider reading the Bible and journaling daily:)!)
Monday, December 6, 2010
Week Ten: What do you need to do...
This week--near the end of the year and end of the quarter--it is time to ask yourself, "What do I need to do to follow through." A good reporter will ask and then answer, in order to provide his or her readers with the most succinct information, these questions:
"Who, what, when, where, why..."
This is your assignment this week, as you continue building a lifestyle of "Pray 20, Plan 20, and Play 20," to ask yourself these questions, like a good reporter.
1. Who can help me reach my goals...who can keep me accountable? THIS IS HUGE!
2. Get to the bottom of what you need to do to RIGHT NOW and in 2011 to become healthier, more focused, less stressed, become more content, etc.) WRITE a statement or make a bullet list and post them in your Bible or Prayer Notebook and make them prayer requests!
3. Determine exactly how long it is going to take to accomplish the desires of your heart. Then decide when you will take the first, second, third, fourth, and/or multiple steps it will take to accomplish your goal(s). (Time waits for you; it's not going anywhere!)
4. Where do I most often "fall off the wagon?" Is it with certain people, at certain times of the day, etc. Make every effort, whenever possible, to avoid those things, people, or places that keep you from being healthy and whole.
5 Why do you want to change? Write out a statement of conviction.
Let's ALL do this! As our year/quarter comes to a close, I look forward to hearing from each of you, at least ONE of the answers to the above questions! OKAY?
Be encouraged,
Becky
"Who, what, when, where, why..."
This is your assignment this week, as you continue building a lifestyle of "Pray 20, Plan 20, and Play 20," to ask yourself these questions, like a good reporter.
1. Who can help me reach my goals...who can keep me accountable? THIS IS HUGE!
2. Get to the bottom of what you need to do to RIGHT NOW and in 2011 to become healthier, more focused, less stressed, become more content, etc.) WRITE a statement or make a bullet list and post them in your Bible or Prayer Notebook and make them prayer requests!
3. Determine exactly how long it is going to take to accomplish the desires of your heart. Then decide when you will take the first, second, third, fourth, and/or multiple steps it will take to accomplish your goal(s). (Time waits for you; it's not going anywhere!)
4. Where do I most often "fall off the wagon?" Is it with certain people, at certain times of the day, etc. Make every effort, whenever possible, to avoid those things, people, or places that keep you from being healthy and whole.
5 Why do you want to change? Write out a statement of conviction.
Let's ALL do this! As our year/quarter comes to a close, I look forward to hearing from each of you, at least ONE of the answers to the above questions! OKAY?
Be encouraged,
Becky
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Week Nine: Finish Strong, Be Strategic
Pray 20: The Word of God is your instructor, making you wise. It is your counselor, revealing the lies of Satan. Spend your time with God to get His marching orders, courage, insights, and counsel. Reread Psalm 119:97-98, 100-101, 111-112. Please add ONE CHAPTER OF LUKE to your time with God each day during December. It takes time to read, especially CH 1--Fabulous way to immerse yourself in the birth, life, death, and resurrection of Jesus!
Plan 20: Remember 2009? Saving money, calories and time is never out of fashion! Consider the holiday gifts that don't cost money. Consider ways to spend your time, not your money on/with those you love. Be generous with those you know need the most. Watch what you eat every day and enjoy a little extra two times this month--not 10 times!
Play 20: Get on the treadmill, walk outdoors, go to a mall or track and walk, put on an old VHS tape and laugh your way through a workout! 140 minutes a week--a must if you want to get and stay healthy. Remember, endorphines are released as much as calories are burned!
Be encouraged,
Becky
Extra credit: Read II Peter 1:5
Plan 20: Remember 2009? Saving money, calories and time is never out of fashion! Consider the holiday gifts that don't cost money. Consider ways to spend your time, not your money on/with those you love. Be generous with those you know need the most. Watch what you eat every day and enjoy a little extra two times this month--not 10 times!
Play 20: Get on the treadmill, walk outdoors, go to a mall or track and walk, put on an old VHS tape and laugh your way through a workout! 140 minutes a week--a must if you want to get and stay healthy. Remember, endorphines are released as much as calories are burned!
Be encouraged,
Becky
Extra credit: Read II Peter 1:5
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Week Eight: Don't Slip Back
This week's call will focus on today's (11/23) CYL Daily Bible reading:
Ezekiel detailed the path the Israelites entered the Temple, compared to how they left it. If they came in the north entrance, they were to leave by the south entrance. Why? So they would leave DIFFERENT! The Word of God, our time alone with him is intended to CHANGE us--we are to leave that time different than when we came to it (and to God), yes?
I Peter 1:13 and 14 says, "So think clearly and exercise self-control...Don't slip back into your old ways of living to satisfy your own desires."
When you think about this year, do you see progress and growth? Do you sense your quiet time with God changing you EVERY TIME?
Please post your answers!!
Be encouraged,
Becky
Ezekiel detailed the path the Israelites entered the Temple, compared to how they left it. If they came in the north entrance, they were to leave by the south entrance. Why? So they would leave DIFFERENT! The Word of God, our time alone with him is intended to CHANGE us--we are to leave that time different than when we came to it (and to God), yes?
I Peter 1:13 and 14 says, "So think clearly and exercise self-control...Don't slip back into your old ways of living to satisfy your own desires."
When you think about this year, do you see progress and growth? Do you sense your quiet time with God changing you EVERY TIME?
Please post your answers!!
Be encouraged,
Becky
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Week Seven: 10, 10, 10 Timeless Tips
Pray 10: Please read (or re-read) Hebrews 12:1-12 to inspire you!
A chapter in the NT, a few verses in Proverbs and a Psalm each day takes about 5 minutes. Then 5 minutes spent praying through a prayer list then daily keeping the "cup clean" in confession of sin (Gal. 5:15-16 is a contemporary list that could refresh your memory on sins of the flesh and of the spirit) completes a daily "talk to God, listen to God" experience. (FYI: On December 1, we'll add one CH of LUKE each day to walk us through the life of Christ during the holiday season--this exercise takes a minimum of 5 minutes.)
Plan 10: Planning your life is, in essence, managing your time. So this week, whether you continue the 4,2,4 idea (of laying out your day each morning, makings mid-day course corrections, and ending the day with a look at tomorrow), keep in mind that MIN, DIA, WAG (Most Important Now, Day in Advance, and Week-At-A-Glance) are catchy phrases that keep you focused on the goal: managing your time, rather than letting it control you! (Ex: Plan your meals one day in advance, your work-outs one week in advance, leaving "margin" on your calendar for travel time each day, completing ONE more step toward a dream or goal.)
Play 10: Lift (2) Lean (2) Lunge (2) Lengthen (2) Laugh (2) -- more on the call!
Be encouraged to live above your circumstances, love the way you want to be loved, and look good!!!
Becky
A chapter in the NT, a few verses in Proverbs and a Psalm each day takes about 5 minutes. Then 5 minutes spent praying through a prayer list then daily keeping the "cup clean" in confession of sin (Gal. 5:15-16 is a contemporary list that could refresh your memory on sins of the flesh and of the spirit) completes a daily "talk to God, listen to God" experience. (FYI: On December 1, we'll add one CH of LUKE each day to walk us through the life of Christ during the holiday season--this exercise takes a minimum of 5 minutes.)
Plan 10: Planning your life is, in essence, managing your time. So this week, whether you continue the 4,2,4 idea (of laying out your day each morning, makings mid-day course corrections, and ending the day with a look at tomorrow), keep in mind that MIN, DIA, WAG (Most Important Now, Day in Advance, and Week-At-A-Glance) are catchy phrases that keep you focused on the goal: managing your time, rather than letting it control you! (Ex: Plan your meals one day in advance, your work-outs one week in advance, leaving "margin" on your calendar for travel time each day, completing ONE more step toward a dream or goal.)
Play 10: Lift (2) Lean (2) Lunge (2) Lengthen (2) Laugh (2) -- more on the call!
Be encouraged to live above your circumstances, love the way you want to be loved, and look good!!!
Becky
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