Rashea@LLO2 Academy

Does Quiet Time Really Work? Let me just say this, I'm better off, because of moments of quiet time. I'm surprised that some people feel there's no use for quiet time. WOWZERS. Really?👀🙃 Having periodic moments throughout your day or week help re-center your thoughts. It's vital to have a clear mental space free from  disturbances or distractions. Moments of reflection and centered breathing enhances your clarity, mobility, and flexibility. They help relieve stress, anxiety, frustration, and exhaustion.  Our bodies function better when we are clear, balanced, well nourished, and well rested. Have you ever seen someone who's never rested or relaxed versus someone who is? There's a huge difference in their moods, appearance, and clarity of thought.  Now, I'm not condoning laziness. Laziness is a sin. Taking a day to rejuvenate your spirit, soul and body is different than doing nothing at all, all day and everyday. Furthermore, I'm not...

My life is pleasant. I take strides in doing what's right. It's not about being a perfect Christian for me, but rather honoring God with my decisions and the way that I live. Everyone's facing challenges. Therefore, I refuse to panic or feel overwhelmed. God is with me. He will help me, and lead me to victory through life's journey.  I'm growing daily in my relationship with God. I take time to listen to good advice. Therefore, I'm maturing each day. My life is improving daily. I will walk away from sin, but I refuse to walk away from God. I'm building mental and emotional fortitude to stay the course and to remain strong in my faith in God.  Lord, help me to refrain from what's wrong. Lead me in the path of life. Bless every area of my life, oh God, as I trust you and walk in your ways. This I pray and affirm, in Jesus name. Amen. Rashea@LLO2 Academy 

Do you feel doing what's right is hard? Yes or no. If yes, why? ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________. If no, why not? ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________. Have you ever helped to make a complicated situation or decision less complicated? Yes or no. What decisions and steps did you take to help make that situation or decision less complicated? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Do you view yourself as an optimist or opportunist? Fill in the blank.  I view my self as an __________________. Why did you choose this answer? ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________. Do you ask God for help as you navigate through li...

Is the Right Way Really Hard? Let me just say this, life itself can be difficult. However, not always difficult. Life can, also be pleasant.  People have this stigma built into their minds that Christianity and doing what's right is hard. But after being a Christian for well over 20 years, I can tell you that being a Christian is a really good life. What people don't like to admit is everyone, whether they are a Christian or non-Christian, are facing challenges to some degree. Am I right or wrong? Christianity will save your soul. That's the epiphany! That's the big picture. That's the sum of the gospel of grace and faith in Jesus.  Let's go deeper into this analogy that doing what is right is hard.  What is hard? What does it mean? Okay, maybe doing what's right is difficult, because it requires thinking through your thoughts and decisions before you take action. Maybe doing what is right is complicated, because it requires self-control rather t...

Let Optimism Resound I refuse to be negative. I will not agree with negativity or limiting beliefs. I am liberated in my views regarding life, people and circumstances.  I object to unrealistic pressure and expectations. I see the world for what it really is, even when others around me can't. My perspective is clear. I am honest with myself and others. I will not settle for mediocrity. I am capable and focused.  I will stand by my values. I will honor God. Through Jesus, I'm overcoming limitations, limiting beliefs and indifference.  I will try my best. I'm capable of such much more. My optimism will catapult me to greater things and better experiences.  I will rise to the challenge. I will overcome the status quo. I will achieve my goals  I challenge limitations and criticism. I maintain high standards for myself without criticizing others. I will not fail. I will succeed.  I can do impossible things.I can achieve my dreams. I will set new goal...

Let Optimism Resound Are you surrounding yourself with optimism? Yes or no. If yes, why? __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________. If no, why? ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________. Did you know that optimism creates new opportunities? What opportunities has optimism created in your life? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Do you find yourself subconsciously being positive or negative? Circle only one. I find myself bing subconsciously positive.  Or I find myself being subconsciously negative. Explain your answer.  ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________. Take a moment to reflect on your surroundings. D...