Create Your Now Archive 4 With Kristianne Wargo

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. And all I see is a beautiful you! A beautiful you created in God's image. That should make you smile. Imagine what He would say looking into the mirror every morning ... a beautiful you! Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://facebook.com/groups/thewomenofimpact That is exactly what He says about you! With school starting, heavier traffic, earlier mornings, you need to know that you are beautiful. Don't let your heart be heavy. "For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." ~ Ephesians 2:10 Your schedule doesn't define who you are. Just because you're busy, doesn't make you worthy. Fussing in the closet saying you have nothing to wear doesn't represent your beauty. It has nothing to do with your outfit. "Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it s

It's such a challenge to eat healthy on the road. Everywhere you turn, it's fast this, and this, and this. How to eat this, not that on the go. Traveling is hard on anybody. And traveling via car has it's own challenges. Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://facebook.com/groups/thewomenofimpact As you know, I'm traveling. It took 12 hours to get to our new home. Now we aren't moving there yet. But with my husband already down there, we wanted to go and get him settled in. Well you can't not eat for 12 hours unless you're fasting. And yes, I've done that; but when I do that I like to drink lots of water which requires more potty breaks. So let's eat this, not that! The K.I.S.S. ~ Eat this, not that! Instead of diving into the tempting fast food stops that are greasy, salty foods, there are healthier ways to eat and not feel bloated and stuffed for days to come (like you're eating the meal over again and again). Eat This! Hard boiled eggs Peanuts, a

Today might be a day too heavy to carry. Yesterday a day you want to forget. In all circumstances give thanks. "Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." ~ 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://facebook.com/groups/thewomenofimpact Even when you don't feel like it, give thanks. There's power in being grateful. And when you use gratitude to fuel your day, nothing is impossible. Your mind doesn't focus on the negative because you redirect it to the good, the positive. However, you must understand when one gives thanks that doesn't mean they are burying all the "bad" emotions. Yes, you will be upset, frustrated, and irritated. You aren't living a false life. But it's the rebound from the storms. It's how you come up for air. The K.I.S.S. ~ Give thanks! When I lost my father unexpectedly, people actually questioned me about how I could just get everything done, almost questioning my emot

Getting what you want all starts with the anatomy of belief. Without belief, success wouldn't be in your reach. But what makes up belief? Where does belief live? Where does it hang out? Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://facebook.com/groups/thewomenofimpact Let's start at the beginning. Belief is an acceptance that a statement is true or that something exists. It's also defined as trust, faith, or confidence in someone or something. So when you break down the anatomy of belief, it requires acceptance of truth (trust) faith confidence What parts of the anatomy do you 100% possess? I ask this question because ultimately, you have to know what you have to figure out what is missing. Then you can begin to flex the muscles and build your belief tower. However, ONE thing you must understand --- belief begins with YOU!!! It's your experiences, your knowledge, your background (ethnicity and religion). The anatomy of belief is made up solely of YOU; yo

No matter how hard you try, there's no way to get it all done. And when you come close, yet still fall short, there's truth in your stumbles. I'm traveling these next few days. Spending time with my 2 youngest boys and my sweet, hunk of a hubby. Can anyone say road trip? We are headed south. Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://facebook.com/groups/thewomenofimpact I have really tried to stay away from the phone primarily because our data was close to running out before our month's end. And who wants an overage charge? Not me! Well, I did jump on a few times. Now, this is the 4th household I've set-up or taken down since June. Call me crazy! But some moments I do feel all loosey goosey! Anyhow --- I came across this verse, and it was multiple times. In my opinion, that means I need to pay attention. Once by chance. Two - how are you? Three - pay attention to me!!! "Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come. She opens

In a marriage, if you really want to grow in your relationship, you must be willing to go the extra mile. And it's not just when it is convenient for you. Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://facebook.com/groups/thewomenofimpact Let's go back to dating. Both of you worked very hard to put the other one first. Always curious about your dreams. Wanting to know what you did in your day. What are you thinking? What are your interest? But after saying "I do" (or We Do), something shifts. We begin to let our selfish side show again. "I'll do this, but you need to to this for me too!" You have turned the corner to "What About Me". This wears on the marriage. Instead, you must be willing to go the extra mile. What does that look like in real life? The K.I.S.S. ~ Utilize the Sacrificial Love Beacon! It all comes from a place of unconditional love. "The sacrificial love beacon is the lighthouse in your marriage." TAKE A.I.M. ~ Action Ignites Motivation  -

What living legacy are you creating? The bite-sized lessons in a big-size world tells you what you're teaching is what you're leaving. I absolutely adore children of all ages. And in fact, I do all I can to open my eyes and my heart like a child where they live fearlessly and with unexpected expectation and wonderment. Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://facebook.com/groups/thewomenofimpact Searching out for the impossible. So I asked my children their thoughts and it was very insightful. What bite-sized lessons in a big-size world have you learned? Please, thank you and excuse me Listen Consequences to your actions Service with a smile, always giving Unconditional love requires forgiveness Stranger danger Don't eat too much sugar Trust is earned. Be respectful Honesty is the best policy. Laughter Family time Nothing is impossible! Be nice to people even when they're not nice to you. Do the right thing even when no one's watching. Gotta have fai

Tired of running from one thing to the next barely able to get dinner on the table. Wanting to live out your purpose. You gotta bridge the gap. And not with your busyness. Not with your to-do list. Not with your priorities. Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://facebook.com/groups/thewomenofimpact You gotta bridge the gap with prayer. God desires to hear your cry. He wants to talk with you. "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation by prayer and petition with thanksgiving present your requests to God. And the peace of God which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." ~ Philippians 4:6 You don't have to be anxious about anything. Nor do you have to worry. God's got you! But what He really wants is you to talk to Him. God wants you to use your words. Bridge the gap with prayer. Stop trying to do life by yourself. God breathed life into you. Rise up and pray. (Luke 22:46) If you keep trying

Most of us would agree that our body contains toxins. But what might surprise you are the toxins ON your body. What we put on our body is absorbed in your body. So you might be eating really clean, but your body could still be toxic. Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://facebook.com/groups/thewomenofimpact Today, it was important to me to break down some concerns especially since I came across this study from the Moscow State University. The sun has many benefits; one specifically being the gift of Vitamin D production in our body. However, as skin cancer has become more prevalent, the use of sunscreen has increased while our Vitamin D that we need in our bodies has dropped drastically low. Most people don't understand the importance of Vitamin D. When was the last time you've been tested? I would encourage you to get your Vitamin D levels tested the next time you have a routine well check-up. Let's talk about this study from Moscow State Universi

Happiness is what you bring to your day. Customize your happy one smile, one thought, one action at a time. It's not what you look at that matters. It's what you see! Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://facebook.com/groups/thewomenofimpact What are you focused on? If all you look at are the struggles and challenges, they are going to grow. Remember, what you give attention to grows. Plus, it distracts you. So what you wish would go away ultimately is drawing you in, and becomes your daily purpose. What REALLY do you want to focus on? Business Health Marriage Education Family Customize your happy! Don't let life happen to you. Create your now. "Happiness is not something you postpone for the future; it is something you design for the present." ~ Jim Rohn The K.I.S.S. ~ Customize Your Happy! Think about what makes you smile and give you a little "pick me up" feeling. When you are choosing to be happy, that doesn't mean you are discarding all the

You are on a mission in life; created on purpose for a purpose. So how to get to where you want to go then becomes your focus. And if you're not careful, you get lost. Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://facebook.com/groups/thewomenofimpact Let's dissect what you need to get you to where you're going. You have a dream. You have a vision. You believe God has given you this passion that keeps your heart pounding. You feel alive when you talk about it. Now with this dream, you have to figure out a roadmap; a plan of action. You need direction. You got to get your head in the game. And when reality hits --- you're definitely in the game. I had to get in the game when my hubby and I decided God was telling us to move. Decision made. Commitment made. Now the plan. We have to sell our house. Get the checklist started. You get all that done. And then the BIG question.... How am I going to sell this house? How am I going to get someone to come up and buy

A tough topic to talk about is faith. But what's more challenging is when you're asked, "How big is your faith?". That's a heart-stopping, gulping moment. However, you don't want the crickets hanging out too long --- silence makes everyone uncomfortable. Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://facebook.com/groups/thewomenofimpact So you're quick on the draw rambling something like, "I have a strong faith. I know if something isn't working, God will figure it out." How much of that statement is really true for you? We're quick to talk BIG. But do your actions match your statement? How big is your faith? This is a time of reflection. No judgement here. We can become complacent with where we are in our life. I personally have been wrestling with this question. In fact today, I've had a lot of bombs dropped in my lap. I even told my mom, "I feel like I'm going to implode." I was feeling out of control, weak, and only saw the negative with each turn of th

In your daily conversations, have you ever acted like you were auditioning for a theatrical production? Are you drummin' up drama? Words, phrases, and tonality of your voice followed by actions, represent your character in your marriage. Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://facebook.com/groups/thewomenofimpact You probably never though that you were a character in your marriage. But you are! So I want you to think about one of your favorite shows. Now pick out your favorite character. What is it about that character you like? What mannerisms are you attracted to? Usually we pick favorite characters based on ... Relatability Personality Back story Storyline You are a character in your life. But what we don't recognize is the repercussions that come from our words, our phrases, our tone, our actions. Yes, there is a lot of good. Yet we forget when we get too comfortable, there can be tension and some negative things. We like to brush this stuff

We don't like to do things we're not good at. So throughout the day, we say, "I can't do it!". How do you determine what you can and cannot do? Do you have some sort of checklist that you utilize? Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://facebook.com/groups/thewomenofimpact Is it based on past experiences? Maybe it's based on past failures. Or your skills, talents, and schooling. I can't do it! A very strong statement that gives no room for success. It's the quicksand in your life that doesn't let you even try new things. When my children say this, it makes me boil on the inside. So I have to ask them some questions hoping to get them to recognize the real reason why they are saying it. For example: What's the sticking point? What is the hurdle you are really facing? What's the real problem? (no emotions attached) And usually in the discussion, they discover that there are a few more steps to take. But it's definitely possible. I can't do it! We let

My Strength is My Story with Edie Littlefield Sundby, The Mission Walker. A true fighter and spirited woman, who shares her story about her battle and mission after being diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer in her new book, "The Mission Walker". Edie Littlefield Sundby: A wife to Dale of 42 years, a mother of two beautiful daughters and two daughters gifted to them when her brother passed away. Edie and her husband are entrepreneurs with a spirit to conquer. God gave Edie the strength, courage, and acceptance to provide a way through her journey with cancer. Little did she know how the El Camino Real Mission Trail would lead her to more freedom, drawing her closer to God knowing all is well. "If I can move, I'm not sick." ~ Edie Littlefield Sundby BOOK: The Mission Walker - I Was Given Three Month to Live... CONNECT with Edie Littlefield Sundby: facebook.com/TheMissionWalker Enjoy the multitude of topics discussed including cancer, the mission bells, acceptance, and mystery. Let's go deeper with family, love, knowi

Are you ready to rock your heart, soul, and habits to healthier living? There is great importance in creating healthy habits. Let's start where you are now. What are some habits you exhibit in your day? Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://facebook.com/groups/thewomenofimpact Be simplistic in your thinking... Brushing your teeth Shower Washing hands after using the restroom Saying a prayer before you eat Morning or evening greeting Oh and let's not forget your phone with texts and emails! Guilty! All of this is automatic; You don't even have to spend extra energy. You just do it! This part of your life is the Nike commercial. No thought required. It all happens automatically and rhythmically. These are your daily habits. Now when you want to change your old ways and create new ways, how easy is that for you? Because each and everyone of us want to make some changes. We have this thought in our head that we can get there quickly just like our dai

Do you have those moments where you feel empty and uninspired. You need direction. That direction can be found within the power of seeking. Understand though it's not you trying to fix everything. It's not you going shopping to fill the void in your heart. Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://facebook.com/groups/thewomenofimpact It's not you filling up your calendar with more activities to increase your worth. It's not you answering texts late at night trying to heal a friend's broken marriage. The power of seeking is not you. It's whom you're seeking. That's where the power lies. It's the whom! "Even there you can look for the Lord your God, and you will find Him if you look for Him with your whole-being." ~ Deuteronomy 4:29 However, we still want the quick fix. So with our broken heart, hurt feelings, and failing thoughts, we go in search for the wrong things. And that's how we end up with too many pairs of shoes, too many mascaras, too many jog

A true game-changer in your life is knowing what keeps the mindset healthy. some would be very quick to say, "Well that's easy!". Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://facebook.com/groups/thewomenofimpact You need to ... Eat healthy Get good sleep Exercise Take vitamins/supplements Meditation Spiritual practices All of these are fantastic. Yes, every single one of them are essential factors in keeping a mindset healthy. But there's more! We are missing a key component to sustaining a healthy mindset. So what keeps the mindset healthy? The K.I.S.S. ~ Be a Lifelong Learner! PURSUE what you don't know. EXPAND your horizon. Get to know the world you live in. CREATE your now. Learn something new always, daily. Here's some insight how I discovered this dirty little secret. Lifelong learning: It's the ongoing, voluntary, and self-motivated pursuit of knowledge for personal/professional growth. The more you learn, the more you understand particular sub

When the cares of the world weigh heavy on you and your stressors become the norm, you have to make room for the refreshment for your soul. And that means you are making time for your spiritual well-being. Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://facebook.com/groups/thewomenofimpact Now I'm not going to get crazy religious on you; but I am going to share with you what God is teaching me, how He's growing and stretching me. God likes to challenge us. And that's a good thing. However, I do like to have things go my way. So nothing has been more frustrating than this relocation process. I found myself questioning why everyone else get it their way. And for me --- I feel lie I'm back on the hamster wheel, putting fires out and planning for every possibility. This is beyond draining and it feels like a disaster. It zaps all my energy. So I had this moment and I just froze. You can go down Negative Drive and fall into the self-defeating pond. OR You can go

If you want to have a marriage that lasts a lifetime, you gotta know how to get through the tough times. There will be season in your life where you think only tough times exist. You may have experienced that already in your life. Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://facebook.com/groups/thewomenofimpact We are going through that now. You know my husband has relocated. Of course we will join him, but we have to sell our home. Since it hasn't sold, here we sit. It's tough! And it puts a bind on the marriage. Maybe for you it's not job relocation. It could be a health setback, a financial strain, the birth of a child, or even what church to attend. You have to learn how to get through the tough times. They're going to happen. And you have to learn how to cut through the chase --- knowing what's permanent and knowing that 'this too shall pass'. How do you get through the tough times? The K.I.S.S. ~ Draw on each other's strengths! You know this is hard