Our Season: Do You Have 2022 Leftovers?

Our Season: Do You Have 2022 Leftovers?:   Some of us stepped into 2023 with leftovers from 2022. That’s not necessarily a bad thing and if you accomplished all your goals, congratu...

Do You Have 2022 Leftovers?

 

Some of us stepped into 2023 with leftovers from 2022. That’s not necessarily a bad thing and if you accomplished all your goals, congratulations. You are most likely in a class of your own.  If you missed the deadline to reach your 2022 goals, you are certainly not alone, and opportunities still await you.  The door is not closed, but it’s time to gear up and begin again. 

Here are a few suggestions to consider.

·       Evaluate your goals and develop a plan of action.

·       What did you do right in 2022?

·       What were some of the things you could improve on?

·       What should you retain?

·       What should you delete?

·       Stay committed to your personal and professional development without overstepping boundaries.

You don’t have to wait until Spring to clean the cabinets and closets.  You can begin right now.  We tend to leave some things in place that we know should have been thrown out, not just from last year, but from years before.  I’m not just speaking about tangible items.  There are other areas in our lives that have expiration dates, egos, bad attitudes, selfish ambitions, skeletons, baggage and relationships.  All those blessing blockers that blur your vision and keep you from moving forward.

As we move forward in 2023, ask yourself this question.  Who can I serve and what should I not be serving?

Your New Year success will be predicated on your Obedience.

 

 Sheila Agnew

 

 

 

How To Become a Better Voter

It’s time to take a hard look at how and who we vote for political leadership in America. We are in dire need of improvement in selecting elected officials from President down to local offices. When someone has the power to make decisions that significantly affect our lives including health, education, jobs, businesses, finances, housing, security and all facets of our existence as a nation, it’s imperative to make educated choices about those we place in position to impact our well-being.

People are far too lax in voting practices. As a result, we have become a society more interested in party affiliation and personal agendas as opposed to voting for persons who actually care about how we all succeed as a nation for the present and future.

We don’t have a perfect political party and if leadership is purely based his or her personal beliefs, an entire group of people are left without a voice. For this reason, Congressional electors must work in partisan or regardless of who is in office, the wheel will only keep turning and nothing gets accomplished.

Sheila L. Agnew 

It’s up to the voters to elect people who are true leaders and fairly represent all people.  No longer can we exist as a split and broken nation. The time has come for change.  Each one can be a part of that change by choosing to look deep before we leap into a candidate.

Having similar beliefs is important, but that does not necessarily make the best leader.  Every candidate for any office should possess compelling qualities that may include,

 Servant Leadership

 Character

·         Integrity

·         Trustworthy

·         Ethical

·         Humility

·         Vision

·         Passionate

·         Knowledgeable

·         Compassion

·         Inspiring and Empowering

·         Emotional Intelligence

A governing leader must have qualifications, characteristics and achievements relative to the office they are elected to.  When it comes to the lives of people they serve, we should evaluate candidates by their deeds and not just their promises. Elected officials should lead by example and we the people should never accept poor behavior and questionable backgrounds, particularly when there is no evidence to solidify notable life changes have occurred.  We can change the political climate when candidates who lead justly and fairly are elected.

Also, it’s not just the candidates that have a responsibility.  Voters also are responsible to research, attend town hall and community meetings, send emails and make phone calls about your concerns to elected and proposed electors. We have the responsibility to activate due diligence in helping to create a city, state and nation that supports all its people.

Lastly, let’s teach our children early about voting and what it means to their future. Demonstrate the importance of electing people who represent our nation so that they will be educated about the process and hopefully actively participate in building and maintaining our nation once they are voting age.

Sheila L. Agnew is an author, certified personal trainer, senior and women's fitness specialist, print model. Her blog is http://www.sheilaagnew.blogspot.com

Our Season: Follow @SheilaAgnewIn this season of love and matt...

Our Season: Follow @SheilaAgnewIn this season of love and matt...: Follow @SheilaAgnew In this season of love and matters of the heart, it’s important we don’t forget to love and care for our bodies.   Sel...

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In this season of love and matters of the heart, it’s important we don’t forget to love and care for our bodies.  Self-love and preservation do not mean you have to be perfect, but we can feel a keen sense of accomplishment if we understand the dynamics of incorporating a Wellness Lifestyle.

A Wellness Lifestyle is a mind, body and soul commitment for a life-changing experience.  It’s a declaration that you will make changes that improve not only how you look, but how you feel for your mental and physical well-being.  When you feel good, your confidence level elevates, which helps you to incorporate positive changes that enhance your life.

Turning your mind to the concept “It’s All About You” is not selfish, it’s self-care. This involves making an allegiance to go within and discover an inner you who appreciates him or herself.

If we lack the confidence to see ourselves healthy, take a journey through memory lane and reflect on a time when you loved (or liked) your body, at least some parts. Hair, breasts, waistline, legs, eyes, hips, there was something you appreciated about you. As you reflect, replace those thoughts with your heart, your mind, your body, your strength and you will find a deeper loving of yourself. While some physical features may be buried in the past, don’t allow your body changes to dictate your health and happiness.

Consider these self-awareness questions.

1.    What do I love about my body?

2.    What don’t I love about my body?

3.    Can I make changes about the things I don’t like?

4.    Am I willing to put in the work to make those changes?

5.    Am I willing to change my Attitude?

Making a decision that supports your health and well-being will create a more successful, vibrant and balanced lifestyle.

Your divine light will shine regardless of the physical evolution of our bodies. Don’t be a prisoner to society which contributes to mental stress and takes you further away from loving you.

Make a declaration today, “I Love My Body and I’m Falling in Love with My Body, All Over Again.”

 

By Sheila L. Agnew

Step Up to Fitness

http://www.sheilaagnew.com

 

Our Season: How To Become the Best Voter

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A Cup Full of Confidence

A Cup Full of Confidence

A few weeks ago, one of my social media followers asked me, “How do I get started?” I responded, “Take the first step and then you have to make a decision. Will I keep going or will I stop?”

Taking the first step is not always as easy as it sounds.  It takes a lot of courage to do something you are not comfortable with or have never done before.  Many of us are experiencing these situations, particularly with the world health crisis, quarantined at home and in some cases isolation where we could use a confidence boost.

We are faced with having to consider undertaking activities for which we are not familiar. For the first time, we are challenged beyond our imagination.  These are times when we may have to decide who is going to be the victor, our winning attitude or our negative self-conscious. I am hopeful your decision is to be victorious and have faith to take steps necessary to move from complacency to action. 

Obstacles will try to block your vision and blur your path.  Some obstacles are, too scared, lonely, too old, no one cares, not smart enough, not healthy enough or whatever a negative mind will concoct to keep you from fulfilling your goals, dreams and desires.

My mom, who is ninety years old and lives in a different city has never gone to drive-thru banking prior to COVID-19.  She was determined to figure out how to bank a new way without assistance from my sisters who live close by.  The first attempt, she was so nervous she drove through without making the transaction.  Not to be defeated, she decided to give it another try a few weeks later.  This time she managed to stop at the teller station, but was too short to reach the deposit tube and had to get out the car to complete the transaction. Her biggest concern was the car behind her had to wait, but she was proud that she took the ultimate first step.  I’m pretty sure I won’t convince her to do online banking, but independence is important to her and the completion of that goal was an assurance she could perform a new task.

Both positive and negative experiences can boost your confidence.  Don’t allow the current health crisis to be a road block to the possibilities that lie within you. Be determined to spring forward in spite of the circumstances.

If you rely on divine order to operate and take control of your life, you can arise above obstacles and make what may seem as the smallest step become a huge accomplishment.  Your goal does not have to be big, it just needs to be meaningful to you.

The person who asked me how to get started revealed that she had health issues, but was determined to start moving instead of sitting in a chair feeling sorry for herself.  She had to change her attitude about her physical condition in order to move forward.  Changing your attitude will change your life.  All you need is a cup full of courage. 

A few Confident Boosters to consider are

-          Tap into your imagination

-          Adjust your focus

-          Disconnect from distractions

-          Open your mind to possibilities

-          Practice self-love

-          Stay energized with exercise, healthy diet and rest

-          Be patient

-          Pray

Sometimes we just need A Cup Full of Confidence.

Sheila Agnew McCoy is a personal trainer, senior fitness specialist, author, actor and commercial model. Her website is http://www.sheilaagnew.com