The American Psychological Association states our lives are filled with clutter, whether it’s a desk covered with papers, a kitchen drawer stuffed with items that don’t seem to belong anywhere else, or an overwhelmed mind trying to deal with too much. A cluttered mind is fatiguing and results in poor performance and poor decisions. You can declutter your mind, just as you can declutter your kitchen drawer.

 “For God did not give us a spirit of timidity or cowardice or fear, but [He has given us a spirit] of power and of love and of sound judgment and personal discipline [abilities that result in a calm, well-balanced mind and self-control].” 2 Tim 1:7 AMP

Declutter your mind and gain clarity:

1. Start with your diet. A poor diet can result in a foggy and confused mind. The main culprit is inflammation and unstable sugar levels. There are plenty of resources available on anti-inflammation diets. Avoid processed carbohydrates...

Happy New Year!

GEM Friends, the start of a new calendar year brings anticipation of new opportunities, new adventures and new areas of personal growth.

Although some of the circumstances of the prior year may not have changed...it still cannot stop me from choosing to look forward with anticipation of CHANGE!

One of my favorite books state---the only thing CONSTANT in life is...CHANGE!

And one of my beloved mentors' shares: 

"It’s not what you ARE that holds YOU back…it’s what you THINK YOU ARE NOT that holds you back!"

The key question for us as we venture into the NEW Year..."Am I carrying the OLD mindset of last year and the past? Or do I still see myself as a mere worm???"

"Fear not, you worm Jacob, you men of Israel! I will help you, says the Lord; your Redeemer is the Holy One of Israel." Isaiah 41:14

You may feel like a worm...and God knows it...YET, He says FEAR NOT! Why?

Because His grace, His Strength, His Provision, His Deliverance, His Care and...