#75Hard Day 39: How Knowledge Fails Us + 2 Keys To Overcome {Vlog}

View this post on Instagram ▶️ We make the mistake of thinking that the more educated and knowledgeable we are, the more likelihood we will have that success. ▶️ The truth is that knowledge isn’t useful unless we have laid a firm foundation to build on and practical steps to implement that knowledge once the…

#75Hard Day38: Willpower Tips & Strategies {Vlog}

View this post on Instagram ▶️ Whether we are undertaking a big goal or working on behavior change, self-discipline and self-mastery are required to succeed. Willpower is a necessity for achieving both. ▶️ While our true source of strength comes from the Lord, willpower is a type of strength in the form of a tool…

#75Hard Day 37: Two Lessons From Temptation {Vlog}

View this post on Instagram ▶️ Many times when we feel the pressure of temptation, we attempt to overcome it with willpower and white knuckling it. ▶️ First in for most, surrender power and control to God in the moment of temptation and ask Him for guidance. ▶️ Next, look at what you can learn…

#75Hard Day 35: Make Friends With Discomfort {Vlog}

View this post on Instagram ▶️ Our culture has developed into one of comfort at all times. ▶️ Ease of access and instant gratification have conditioned us to expect results quickly and effortlessly in all areas of our life. We are frustrated when things don’t align with a “quick-fix” timeline. ▶️ While it is natural…

#75Hard Day 34: Why There’s No Such Thing As Failure {Vlog}

View this post on Instagram ▶️ Stop looking at missteps and mistakes as “failures.” Instead, view them as opportunities to learn and grow. ▶️ If you make a wrong turn when driving, the worst thing that happens is you make a U-turn, course correct, and get back on the route to your destination. ▶️ Even…

#75Hard Day 33: The Power of Now {Vlog}

View this post on Instagram ▶️ When we decide we are going to implement a change, we often start by gathering information and developing a plan. ▶️ While it can be beneficial to have a good plan, it often results in delaying to a start date that is “a better time.” ▶️ We also imagine…

#75Hard Day 32: The Happiness Advantage + Gratitude Strategy {Vlog}

View this post on Instagram ▶️ Positive psychology research has shown that it is not success which leads to happiness, but rather happiness that leads to success. ▶️ Knowing this, we can utilize and leverage a positive mindset to our advantage when trying to reach our goals. ▶️ A positive mindset is more creative and…

#75Hard Day 31: Action > Perfect Planning {Vlog}

View this post on Instagram ▶️ Whatever it is you are trying to accomplish, recognize that there is no “perfect” route to achieve it. ▶️ If we are not careful, we can end up perpetually seeking information in order to make the “best” possible decision—at the expense of ever actually taking action. ▶️ The truth…

#75Hard Day 29: Examine The Narrative & Question The Meaning {Vlog}

View this post on Instagram ▶️ Quote reference “everything is my fault” from @TomBilyeu / @LisaBilyeu. ▶️ I loved the analogy found within a devotional that a member of my church small group text me today. The gist was that you are holding a cup of coffee and someone bumps into you. The coffee spills…

#75Hard Day 28: Never Quit On A Bad Day & The Power Of The Pause {Vlog}

View this post on Instagram ▶️ When working on big goals, there will be off days. It may stem from discouragement, doubt, difficulties, etc., but we all have those days where we feel like giving in or even throwing in the towel and quitting altogether. ▶️ A great strategy is to give yourself permission to…