Embrace New Beginnings!

Every day is a fresh opportunity for new beginnings. Have you taken the time to identify areas of opportunities for fresh starts in your life? For example, a new hobby, financial goals, plans to eat healthier or grow spiritually. Regardless of how you envision your new beginning, the following tips may be helpful to you:

1.) Let Go of the Past- Don’t stay stuck in what you could’ve, should’ve, or would’ve done. Leave the past behind you and give yourself the opportunity to enjoy a brighter future.

2.) Stay away from Toxic People- If you spend too much time around toxic people, you risk having their negative mindsets pollute yours. Don’t subject yourself to individuals that will hold you back from moving forward in a positive direction. Instead, surround yourself with people who will encourage and inspire you.

3.) Meditate on Good Things- Reading God’s word, positive quotes and affirmations will keep your spirits uplifted and encouraged.

4.) Rejoice in your progress- Don’t sweat the small stuff and choose to celebrate your progress instead. Learn from any mistakes made along the way and keep pushing towards your goals.

Starting new beginnings can be hard work. Whenever you get weary, try to remember that

“Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint” (Isaiah 40:31).

Don’t give up and know that you are not in this alone!

-Shira Amour