Faith Without Works Is Dead!

 Start your day with a win! "If you make your bed every morning, you will have accomplished the first task of the day. It will give you a small sense of pride, and it will encourage you to do another task, and another, and another." People who make their beds are twice as likely to be satisfied with their jobs and almost 20% more likely to prioritize responsibilities over their desires AND to be more productive in their free time. ALSO, the National Sleep Foundation found that people who make their bed in the morning are 19 percent more likely to have a good night's sleep, every night. 

 Read or listen to an audio version of the Bible everyday for 10 minutes or more. This helps with progress, growth and taking off limiters to the impossible. Reading the Bible also connects us directly with the voice of God. The Bible is God in written form. His thoughts and words. Here His voice 24/7 and have direction by knowing the Word of God! Can be done in conjunction with your 10-minute walk and/or outside time. 

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Prayer is what connects us to God. We send Him our request and petitions. We give Him our anxiety, doubts and fears. We give Him our thanks and praise and adoration. We repent and ask for forgiveness.

All through prayer.

Pray when you first wake up in the morning and pray before bed.

I also recommend that your pray during the day just to tell God that you love Him and also if any challenging situations arise.

Taking care of ourselves is essential for our physical, emotional, and spiritual health.  Weight/resistance train at least 3 days a week. It helps to replace body fat with lean muscle mass, improve bone density, strength, balance, improve sleep, mental health and increased self-esteem…and much more! 

Our bodies are the temples of God! Let's glorify Him by taking care of it!

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 Stay active everyday! Get your blood flowing! Doing one 10-minute walk per day MINIMUM will suffice. Doing two to three 10-minute walks per day is optimal. Do whatever cardio that you like to do…Move. This helps to increase stamina, fitness and strength, reduce health risk, boost mood and reduce stress, etc. 

 Stretch daily for 5 MINUTES TOTAL. It can be spread (micro-dosed) throughout the day. Some benefits are It improves performance for physical activities, increases range of motion, minimizes risk of injuries, reduces stress and muscular tension and relaxes muscles. 

 This can be done during your 10-minute walk, but needs to be separate from normal daily activity time. It needs to be a dedicated 10 minutes outside for the sole purpose of being outside. It can improve overall health and wellness; promoting mental health and stress reduction. 

 Follow a consistent nutrition plan. Follow a nutrition plan. Increases skin, teeth, hair, eyes, and overall good health. Helps the digestive system to function, lowers health risks, improves sleep, weight management, increases energy, supports muscles and strengthens bones. Again, consistency is key!  

  Quantity of water to drink is generally based on weight, activity level, how much one sweats, medications taken and weather, etc. A good guidance is to drink 1 gallon (128 ounces) a day. Take time to be aware of your body needs. Studies show that in the U.S. up to 75% of all people are dehydrated! Symptoms of dehydration: Fatigue, lack of focus, loss of strength and endurance, dizziness and light-headedness. Good hydration counters those symptoms, increases skin clarity and health, nutrient

absorption, helps brain function, digestive efficiency, weight control, blood pressure and body temperature regulation, energy uplift, helps maintain proper kidney function, and joint health. There are numerous benefits of good hydration. 

 Although drinking alcohol may be fun and a common go-to source to "wind down" after a long day or to pair with a night out, its negative consequences outweigh the good. It negatively affects sleep, hormones, brain function and health, heart, kidneys and liver.  Each time your liver filters alcohol, some of the liver cells die. The liver can develop new cells, but prolonged alcohol misuse (drinking too much) over many years can reduce its ability to regenerate.  Alcohol causes changes in the function of the kidneys and makes them less able to filter the blood. Alcohol also affects the ability to regulate fluid and electrolytes in the body. When alcohol dehydrates (dries out) the body, the drying effect can affect the normal function of cells and organs, including the kidneys. Consider all of these things before your next drink. Ask yourself if you've drank too many times this week and/or had too many drinks for the night. Overall, alcohol impact depends entirely on the individual. There are more cons than pros. Less is best. 

 Plan and write down your day or week. Remember to be grateful for what you accomplished. Even if it’s one thing. Don’t quit. Keep going. It helps to reduce stress and improves productivity. Also, helps with decision making.  

At the end of the day spend 2 MINUTES writing down highlights and key memories and thoughts of the day. Talk to God and let Him know your thoughts. You can also use this notebook to write down any ideas you have throughout the day. 

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Get a minimum of 7 hours of sleep per night! Optimal is 8-9 hours of sleep per night. Sleep puts the body in the state of recovery, promoting better spiritual, physical and

mental function/performance the next day and over all long-term wellness.