Reflection
For as long as I can remember, September has served as a time of year for my brain to seek new perspectives and goals. I’ve always viewed it as a month for renewal and personal growth.
I think this happens because school always started in September when I was a kid.
As much as I disliked school, I was always excited about the change it would bring to me and, of course, the new games we would play at recess…my favorite class. 🙂
I also believe this happens because the transition from summer to fall begins at this time.
Personally, I believe the summer to fall transition is nature’s most powerful and beautiful seasonal change of the year.
I still am in awe when I remove the hard spiky covering of a shiny, radiant buckeye this time of year…kind of like our lives…sometimes we need to remove our “hard spiky shell” to find our beauty and potential inside…just sayin’,
September is Preparation for Growth Month
Why not make September the month for the beginning of a powerful and beautiful change in your life?
Why not make September the month you begin to remove the “hard spiky shell” that serves as a roadblock to your growth?
This year I have decided to devote my September writings to quotes and scriptures focused on growth and renewal.
We all have “buckeyes” just waiting to be revealed for the new season…a season where our Ohio State Buckeyes will win their ninth national championship this year! 
Anecdotal Truth
A few months ago, I spent a couple of days battling my age. Said differently, I was getting pissed off because I am getting old. 🙂
Then God presented a scripture to me that I’ve held onto ever since…
Now that I am old and gray, do not abandon me, O God. Let me proclaim your power to this new generation, your mighty miracles to all who come after me. (Psalm 71:18)
My renewal and growth beginning this September (tomorrow) are focused on remaining committed to inspiring those I serve to dream more, be more, and live in His light more…regardless of my age and the color of my hair…BTW…I am not gray. 🙂
Questions
- What growth and/or renewal will you seek for this new season?
- What systems and habits do you need to add to your life to make it happen?
- What systems, habits, and “hard spiky shells” do you need to eliminate from your life to create a clear path to your new goal(s)?
Psalm 51:10, “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.”
P.E.A.C.E.
Jay@EagleLaunch.com
Same. My twin “boys” will be 32 This Thursday, September 2. I will NOT be 32 on September 17th. My friend, mentor and Confidante just died. I’m putting myself in “timeout”.
Inhale some positive (God) and exhale some negative.
FYI my hair color is whatever I say it is.
I like that…”my hair color is whatever I say it is”…I’ll do that with age also. Good to hear you are in a timeout. I’ve been there the last couple of years, and I’m finally coming out of my shell. Timeouts are good for growth. Good Luck!