Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend wrote the book Boundaries: When To Say Yes and When To Say No To Take Control Of Your Life back in 1992. It has since sold over 200 million copies and after reading it I can see why.

The book is broken down into three parts. Part one is about “What are Boundaries?” Part two is “Boundary Conflicts”. Part three is about “Developing Healthy Boundaries”.  Each section of the book breaks down, clearly defines, and gives examples of what boundaries look like and the common results of living a boundaryless life.  The chapters help you to clearly identify where you may have healthy and not-so-healthy boundaries. The concept of boundaries is not a new concept, but rather comes directly from the very nature of God himself.

God defines himself as a distinct, separate being, and he is responsible for himself. He defines and takes responsibility for his personality by telling us what he thinks, fells, plans, allows, will not allow, likes and dislikes. He also defines himself as separate from his creation and from us. He differentiates himself from others. he tells us who he is and who he is not. For example, he says that he is love and that he is not darknesss ( 1 John 4:16; 1:6)

This book has helped me realize where I have had a lack of boundaries and how I can go about changing that in my own life. It’s provided a lot of “ah-ha” moments and I won’t lie, it has hurt a little bit to realize where I could have been better at setting boundaries. I’ll definitely be referencing this book a good bit in the days, weeks, and years to come.

Here’s a little clip to help you learn more about Boundaries from one of the authors Dr. Henry Cloud

If you’d like to learn more go ahead and grab a copy of Boundaries here at this link and dive into

this amazing resource.

Blessings,

Paige

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Ripple Effects: Discover the Miraculous Motivating Power of a Woman’s Influence

Pam Tebow’s latest book “Ripple Effects” was an inspiring book that will remind you of the power of prayer and how not to give up even when circumstances are not going as you planned.

“Pam believes that every one of us can be influential—and that deep within a woman’s heart is the desire to use her influence for good. InRipple Effects, Pam uncovers and explores the miraculous motivating power of influence we can have on this generation and the next, no matter where we are planted in life. Whether we are in the midst of endless diaper changes, climbing up the corporate ladder, or simply doing our best to live, love, and serve well each day, Pam will encourage us to maximize our God-given opportunities for influence—and watch how far the ripples will spread.”

I especially loved each personal story Pam shared and how she kindly yet boldly reminds the reader that God hears and answers our prayers, even if we find ourselves in a place of doubt. She covers topics ranging from mastering your mindset, making prayer a priority to the power of your words.

My favorite thing she shared was the this poem by Edgar Guest, which she would often recite to her now famous son Tim Tebow.

Edgar Albert Guest 

If you are looking for a mentor and can’t find one just yet, let Pam Tebow be your mentor through her book Ripple Effects. Grab your copy today.

Blessings,
Paige

 

“It will take a few tries before you get your calling right. Failure isn’t what prevents us from success, then. It’s what leads us there.” Jeff Goins

In the area I live in there are a ton of thrift stores. A lot of times after I drop off kids at sports or when I need to run an errand I’ll stop by the thrift store just to see what they have. I’m always drawn to the book section though cause you can get an incredible education or inspiration for only .50 cents or $1.

A few weeks ago I picked up the book The Art of Work A Proven Path to Discovering What You Are Meant To Do by Jeff Goins. I had heard of the author, and the title intrigued me so for a whopping .50 cents I splurged to see what he had to say.

Friends, it is so good. I know all yall probably know your calling, purpose and you’re already “living your best life or #blessedlife.” You probably know without a doubt what you were meant to do in this life, but I’m not quite as confident as you all yet or as confident as hair and makeup make me appear. The enemy of lies shows up in my neck of the woods too and tries to sell me a package deal of lies then just says “FOR FREE” you can have them all. I thankfully know the enemy’s tricks but if I’m honest sometimes the lies have just enough truth that they seem believable.

Anyway, in the book, there were tons of great thoughts that I don’t want to forget and I imagine they might encourage you all as well.

1. The world can be cruel. It’s nobody’s responsibility to make your dream come true. Tough times will come, and what determines a person’s success during such trying times is the ability to Pivot.

2. Repeated failure will toughen your spirit and show you with absolute clarity how things must be done.

3. Every calling is marked by a season of insignificance, a period when nothing seems to make sense.

4. When we feel farthest from our purpose, we are actually already on the path, headed in the right direction.  This means that when you are confused and failing when all seems lost and you are about to give up, you are closer to your destiny than you realize. The message of the Pivot is what looks like a failure now is preparation for what’s to come, as long as you don’t give up.

5. What if we stopped saying “what if” and started saying “let’s.”

6. You are not just waiting on your calling your calling is waiting on you.

So what do you do? Stop talking and start doing. Don’t dream of being a writer – begin writing. Don’t dream of being an activist- go start something. Don’t dream of being an entrepreneur- launch something.

In closing, it will take a few tries before you get your calling right. Failure isn’t what prevents us from success, then. It’s what leads us there.

Thanks, Jeff Goins for the wisdom in this book.

Blessings,
Paige