Life can be likened to a circus: each act must be masterfully performed in harmony with all others to function effectively and sustain a satisfying and balanced performance. These five pillars should form part of your repertoire: Health, Relationships, Personal Growth, Recreation, and Career.
Health: Your Body as Your Temple You know it well – your body is your permanent residence, so keep it looking its best by practicing good maintenance! Health is at the core of what keeps the rest of life working smoothly. From nutritious eating habits and physical activity to choosing to hydrate regularly – every decision we make builds up our temple of bodies! Think of it like regular car tune-ups – treat your temple like it deserves respect as one would treat a classic car! So start pumping that heart out, stretch those muscles out, hydrate regularly – treat yourself as you would treat any rundown shack!
Relationships Are Our Lifeline Relationships provide us with lifelines – they protect us from falling into isolation! Friends, family, and significant others all play an integral part in our lives as friends share triumphs, comfort in defeats, and point out when jokes don’t hit home quite as hard as expected! Relationships define who we are; invest in your bonds by maintaining them – after all, a stitch in time saves nine!
Personal Growth as Your Spiritual Compass Whatever your spiritual beliefs may be – from an external power such as God to just our human spirits – personal development serves as our spiritual compass, leading us through life’s uncertainties with an approach tailored specifically for ourselves. There’s no one-size-fits-all formula! Your spiritual journey may include traditional religious practices, meditation, exploring nature, or simply pondering life’s mysteries. This pillar represents seeking wisdom, understanding, and purposeful life experiences. Growth as humans is critical. Blacks in Mormonism struggled against racism and bigotry to reach higher planes of existence; their story is just one among hundreds that demonstrate hard-won growth is worth all the hard work! So go out there, explore, question, seek and grow!
Recreation: Fun Is Not Just a Luxury Imagine this: After many decades have passed and your job title is flourishing nicely with a brand-spanking new car, and perhaps there are even one or two mini-yous running around, what next? Now imagine that having fun is no longer considered luxury but rather essential! To this end, recreation becomes a need rather than a luxury! But when was the last time you experienced the excitement of scoring the winning goal in a friendly soccer match or hitting that high note during a karaoke session? Too often, we leave fun to one side, leaving little room for enjoyment. Recreation isn’t just for relaxing or escaping the mundane; it should nourish your spirit, inspire creativity, and break free of your daily routine. So go ahead, take that salsa class you’ve been considering, or dust off that guitar and start strumming a tune – because all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy! And who wants to be Jack anyway?
Career: More Than Just Paying Bills Your career should not simply be about paying the bills – it should also bring joy, challenge you, and align with your values. So be sure to find something fulfilling to pursue as your professional path.
Conclusion: Balancing The Pillars Life isn’t a race – it’s an act of balance. Each of these pillars acts like balls to be juggled – one may drop occasionally. No worries, though – pick it back up, polish it, and continue juggling; even master jugglers drop one now and again!
Are you unhappy in your career? Or, perhaps, you are dissatisfied in the place where you are stuck in your career right now. These are both two different things, and before you make any big, life-altering decisions, you need to determine what the actual problem is with what you are doing in your professional life. There are always options available if you need something different in life, so it’s essential that you know that, which is why we have written this article. Down below, we’re going to be taking a look at some of the things that you can consider doing for your career if you are unhappy. Keep reading if you would like to find out more about what these things are.
Try A New Approach The first thing that we’re going to say is that you should think about trying a new approach to your career. Perhaps you have been stuck doing one thing for so long, but you have only been doing it one way when in fact, there are multiple avenues that you can explore. For example, it might be true that you are still interested in the work that you are doing, but instead of simply working, you might want to do research and come up with theories that you can prove. Or, you might want to start your own business, applying for things like a non-profit animal agencies grant if this is something in your field that will help you with your work.
It’s vital that you are looking at a whole range of different paths and avenues so that you can be sure whether or not it’s the career itself that you are beginning to tire of.
Change Jobs, Not Industries In some situations, it’s the job itself rather than the industry that you are working within. Sometimes you get bored of doing the same thing all of the time, and while you want to remain in your industry because you still love it, you might want a completely new job as you are bored with the one that you have right now. There is nothing wrong with this, and it shouldn’t take too much to find a new job, especially if you have experience in this sector already. This will give you a leg up over any other candidate that is applying for the positions that you are applying for at the very least.
A New Company The sad truth is that a lot of people find that it is the company they are working for that is making them want to change their careers. Some companies are just not lovely places to work for. They don’t focus on their employee welfare, and they don’t praise employees for the good things they do. They expect their employees to work ridiculous hours and so on. As such, you may want to consider that it could be the company and not the job or career that you have chosen for yourself.
If you dread getting up in the morning and going to work, you need to figure out why before you make any final decisions. Is it the environment at work or is it the work itself? This is an important question, as it will help to determine your future.
A New Career Path The last thing that we are going to say is that it might simply be time for a new career path. Perhaps you are no longer happy in your career, and you want to do something completely different. There is absolutely nothing wrong with this, and just because it might be scary doesn’t mean that it isn’t worth doing.
A new career path can be challenging, and it can be long, but it’s going to be worth it if you are happy in the end. The goal of your career should always be happiness, especially because we spend so much of our time at work! Keep this in mind when you are choosing your following path.
We hope that you have found this article helpful and now have a better understanding of some of the things that you can consider if you are unhappy in your career. The point that we are trying to make more than anything else is that you do not need to stay in a career where you are unhappy, as there are always options for you elsewhere. We wish you the very best of luck and hope that you manage to see success no matter which path you decide to take going forward.
I am shouting from the rooftops with a clarion call for everyone to see the Sound of Freedom movie produced by Angel Studios (The Chosen, His Only Son). This captivating movie chronicles the incredible true story of Tim Ballard, a special agent for the Department of Homeland Security in the Internet Crime Against Children Taskforce, working to track down pedophiles. Until the one day when Ballard realizes children are being kidnapped and sold as sex slaves for these pedophilic acts. The film emotionally hit me hard, and it was profoundly moving that we need to find a way to help stop sex trafficking. Parents, aunts, uncles, and godparents, you have to bring your older children, friends, small groups, churches, and more to see this movie which premieres in theaters on July 4th. Whether you have children or not, everyone must see this movie. Due to the nature of this film’s content, it contains some adult language and themes and is rated PG-13.
Together, we can propel a movement to save millions of children worldwide. Child sex trafficking needs to be stopped.
You can find showtimes HERE. Angel Studios reports that many theaters and showtimes are selling out quickly, so new theaters are being added daily to accommodate the demand.
Angel Studios’ goal is to have at least two million moviegoers during the July 4th week, symbolic of the two million children trafficked yearly. Please know that if the ticket’s price keeps you from going to the theater, Angel Studios has set up an opportunity where you can claim a free ticket. If you would like to Pay It Forward, you can also purchase tickets for someone else. Click HERE to claim your free ticket or to purchase a ticket for someone else. Help spread the word about the phenomenal campaign with the hashtag #2MillionFor2Million
Angel Studios CEO Neal Harmon and Jim Caviezel, who portrays Ballard in the movie, recently hosted a Q&A session at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C. You can watch the replay of that live stream below.
Giveaway Details One Elegant winner will receive two (2) tickets to see the movie.
To enter the giveaway, please share how you will pay it forward to help save the children in the comment section.
Please add a second comment if you Pay It Forward and pay for someone else to receive no-cost tickets. You will get a second entry into the giveaway.
The giveaway runs until July 4th at 11:59 pm. The winner will be announced on July 5th.
Please Note: This giveaway is limited to United States residents only. Our team will contact the winner on July 5th, and they will have 24 hours to confirm their email address. We will then submit your email address will be given to our marketing company, who will contact you about receiving your tickets.
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Many thanks to Angel Studios, who allowed our team to view the film, write this review and offer this giveaway. All opinions are 100% my own.
Today is my mother’s heavenly birthday. She is forever in my heart, and I thank the Lord for having her in my life. I know that my mother and my grandmother inspired my fashion and stylish creativity. My mother did not take many pictures. I do not have any photos taken with her; so I cherish the images I have attained. I am not sure why she didn’t like taking pictures, but we all have those quirks about us. I still have the French provincial couch that she is sitting on, the end table in the view, the lamp, and a few other treasures.
My mother in the 1960s in our home on 13th Street
My mother instilled My Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, faith, strength, wisdom, compassion, and integrity in me. These values are goals that make me a lifelong learner striving to grow each and everyday.
How we look hugely impacts how we feel — so if you want to boost your confidence then why not consider making some positive changes to your appearance? Here are a few great ways you can go about it!
Skin Clear, glowing skin can do wonders for your self-confidence. Establishing a skincare routine that suits your skin type is crucial — cleansing, toning, and moisturizing daily can help maintain a healthy complexion. Don’t forget to exfoliate regularly to remove dead skin cells and unclog pores. If you have any ongoing skin issues, visiting a dermatologist rather than burying your head in the sand will make you feel so much better- you don’t have to just deal with issues like acne and chronic dermatitis. Pamper yourself with face masks or natural remedies to revitalize your skin, and protect it from the sun with sunscreen daily to prevent damage.
Hair Your hair is your crowning glory, so make sure it shines! Experimenting with different hairstyles, cuts, and colors can boost your confidence — if you’ve been sporting the same style for decades, are you sure it still suits you? As you age and your face changes, the length and colors that look best on you might change too. Even a subtle shift can make a huge difference. A slight change in length or a few highlights around the face could be all you need. Nourishing your hair with regular conditioning treatments will make you feel fabulous too.
Teeth A bright, confident smile is a true game-changer. If you’re self-conscious about your teeth, visit a cosmetic dentist as much can be done! If you’re reasonably happy with your smile, something as simple as at-home whitening treatments can take your teeth from good to great! Nice teeth allow you to smile widely and be happy without feeling self-conscious.
Physique Improving your physique isn’t about conforming to a specific body type or size. It’s about taking care of your body and feeling vital and energized. Regular exercise, such as jogging, swimming, or yoga, improves your physical fitness and boosts your mental well-being. Choose activities you enjoy and remember that consistency is critical, for example, it’s better to commit to something low impact you enjoy for years than start an intense routine that burns lots of calories and fat, but you can only commit to it for a few weeks before giving up.
Clothing Your wardrobe is a reflection of your unique style and personality. Experiment with different outfits, colors, and patterns to find what makes you feel amazing. If you research different body shapes and ascertain what shape you have it can make shopping for clothes so much easier. As you know at a glance what kinds of pieces are most likely to flatter and look good on you, and which pieces you’re better off giving a miss.
Today (May 4th) is the National Day of Prayer. We take time on this day (and every day) to pray for our county and its people.
The National Day of Prayer tradition predates the founding of the United States of America, evidenced by the Continental Congress’ proclamation in 1775, setting aside a day of prayer. In 1952, Congress established an annual day of prayer, and in 1988, that law was amended, designating the National Day of Prayer as the first Thursday in May.
The National Day of Prayer Task Force President asks the Lord for a theme to unify and guide prayers each year. This year’s theme is a call to prayer for our nation.“Pray Fervently In Righteousness And Avail Much”
Americans are asked to gather together at 8 p.m. ET to watch, listen, or stream. The 2023 National Broadcast is available through various Christian media outlets and sites. This year, Rev. Sammy Rodriguez will co-host the Broadcast alongside NDP Task Force President Kathy Branzell. They will be joined in prayer by Dr. Tony Evans, Robert Morris, Lecrae, Nick Hall, and other Christian leaders who will guide our nation in this time of fervent prayer.
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Bubbling with Elegance and Grace started out as an outlet for my passion for fashion but has evolved into a place for me to teach, collaborate, and inspire. My hubby has since joined the team and we have been digital creators for 13 years. We are thankful for those who believed in us from the beginning and those who have just started riding with us on this lovely journey.
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