Reflection
Our thoughts are incredibly powerful—they can either add or subtract energy from our spirit. This realization puts us in the driver’s seat of our mental state, empowering us to take control and steer our thoughts toward positivity.
I know I’ve shared this with you before, but I developed an acronym to help me check my thoughts when they attempt to steal precious energy from me.
The acronym is TOVO–Thoughts Of Value Only.
Whenever a serenity-stealing thought enters my brain, I counter it with TOVO.
Facts
You become your thoughts.
If your thoughts are not being kind to you and the world, it may be time to take inventory and see what is feeding them.
Is His word feeding your thoughts?
or
Is the world feeding your thoughts?
Philippians 4:8, “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.” (ESV)
Colossians 3:2, “Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.” (ESV)
P.E.A.C.E.
Jay@EagleLaunch.com
AFFIRM YOUR P.E.A.C.E.
Plan—Remember, a dream remains a dream until you write it down. Putting your dream or goal in writing is the first step in creating a plan to achieve it. Writing is a powerful motivator, reminding us that when we fail to plan, we plan to fail. So, let’s get moving and turn our dreams into reality!
Effort—Turning your dream/goal into reality requires a commitment to consistent and focused effort toward executing your plan. Nothing great in life happens without working hard.
Attitude – Believing in the possibility of achieving your dream significantly increases your chances. Remember, your attitude is the key to success in all life aspects.
Community – Remember, nothing great in life happens by doing it alone. The chances of achieving your dream expand as your community of positive mentors and coaches expand. You become the average of the five people you spend the most time with–and yes, spending time with ‘people’ through books and instructional videos factors into your ‘average.’ This sense of connection and shared journey can be a powerful motivator on your path to success.
Energy – Chasing and achieving your dream requires optimal mental, physical, and spiritual effort. So put your dream in God’s hands and nurture your mental and physical being.
