Life has chapters, seasons, or ebbs and flows. Our journey through life can be a complicated maze filled with lots of ups and downs or abundance or lack. Our last season nationally was a drought, but the dawn of a new season has ushered in. No matter the season God reminds us that he is with us. Don’t worry. Don’t give up. The forecast looks better. John 7:38 says, “Life is not like the tide of the sea which rises and falls; it is like a river which flows forever with living water “.
Anyone that knows anything about football knows halftime is when adjustments are made. As the teams enter the locker room, some are down and some are up, and all focus is placed on the coach as the second half game plan is drafted. After the halftime discussion the team eagerly exits the locker room ready to execute the game plan. As the teams walk down the tunnel towards the field, their excitement builds. As the teams positions themselves on the field, their coach looks onward as the football is kicked to commence the second half. There is an eagerness to determine whether the team will properly execute the game plan because many games are won in the second half.
Have you accessed your life and heard the still quiet voice of God and knew it was time for adjustments? Just like the football coach, the father, son and the holy spirit is your coach. However, many don’t sit still long enough to hear the voice of God. Allow God to draft your second half game plan and execute it without hesitation.
In life, the second half can occur after you have simply had enough and surrendered it all, during a major event, life crisis, at mid-life or on the first day of the second half of the year, July 1st. If you are in your second half, whether up or down, execute God’s game plan well. Doing so will require sincere prayer, self-reflection, accountability, the breaking of dysfunctional generational cycles, determination and consistency to garner winning results.
There is much light on the football field and in your second half. Be assured, the God ordained deposits you made in the first half will garner huge dividends in the second half upon execution of God’s game plan. If you made few deposits in the first half, humble yourself and be accountable for your actions, repent, turn from sin and speak to God and request his game plan for your life.
Proverbs 3:5-6 NIV – Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.
Psalm 34:8 NIV – Oh taste and see that the Lord is good: blessed is the man that trusts in him.
Many spend year’s searching for peace in the physical by trying to obtain status or material possessions, but peace is spiritual. Peace is defined as a state of being free from war or disturbance and in a state of tranquility. Philippians 4:7 reminds us, “and the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus”. Often those on a quest to seek peace, create war within themselves and can cause collateral damage for those deeply connected to them. Take a moment to think about how you define peace and how you may be projecting your lack thereof onto others. Read God’s word, which is our life’s blueprint and allow it to marinate in your spirit and its directions to be displayed in your life. God is an all seeing and an all-knowing God. Man can be fooled, but we serve God that knows all. Surrender what troubles you and take accountability for the role you may play in your lack of peace. Make meaningful change and obtain counseling as needed. For anyone that has made it their intention to live a life of peace, keep pressing forward and remain in alignment. Don’t allow anything or anyone to take you off of your course.
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Spotify released its 2022 “Wrapped for Podcasters”. In the words of Spotify, For Mindfulness Sake podcast, “Did its Thing in 2022”. The podcast was launched in 2022 and ended the year in the top 30 % most shared globally in its education category, with 362 all time plays and 59% accessing the podcast directly. The podcast reached play in three countries. The Episode of the Year was the “Journey of Life”. Our listener’s personality was captured as “The Devotee”. A Devotee was described as someone that really loves the podcast. They are quick to support new episodes and play their favorite episodes over and over, with 25% listening to most episodes. Spotify extended a special thanks for sharing the podcast with the world.
In addition, our Facebook page was created in September 2019. Our followers currently exceed 8K and our posts reached over 100K this year alone. Our website was created in January 2020, and currently over 4K comments were made via the blog. Book sales are also steady.
I want to personally thank you for making For Mindfulness Sake a continued success across all platforms. God told me in 2019, “Build it and they will come”. You are here and I am immensely grateful.
Kindest regards,
Towanna Bazile, MBA
Founder For Mindfulness Sake®
If the title of this blog post deeply resonates with you, you have been divinely guided here. Give yourself a pat on the back. You made it to the last day of 2022, and you are crossing over into 2023, with NO negative carryover. Like me, what you’ve experienced all of your life, was due to the anointing that’s on your life. Because of your obedience to faithfully honor God’s holy word in the midst of immense turmoil and seemingly unanswered prayers, he has delivered you from all of the unfairness you have endured. 2022 was a needed year. Quite frankly, ALL of the previous years were needed for what’s ahead. God has cleared your path and he has prepared you to receive his VERY best. He has removed everyone that was not supposed to remain with you along your journey. Although the revelations were very painful, it was for the best. What God is expeditiously releasing to you, will bless you and everyone that remains intimately connected to you. Run into 2023 knowing God’s love for you is endless…
Scripture Reference: Ephesians 6:10-20 The Whole Armor of God
Feathers of assorted colors and sizes are presented to me often and in various ways. However, today was the first time a huge, beautiful white feather appeared in the sky, right before me. It felt like the gates of heaven opened. You might ask, what do feathers represent? A feather is a sign that an angel is nearby, and the color of the feather delivers its message. A white feather comes from the purest of angels, and is a message of love, protection, light and peace. The presence of a feather can be very comforting, especially when clarity is desired. Psalm 91:4 says, “He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart”. John 4:48 says, “Then said Jesus unto him, except ye see signs and wonders, ye will not believe”.
The sun is shining! No matter what life throws your way remember, the rising of the sun affords another opportunity for God to reveal his glory. God’s holy word reminds us of this in Isaiah 60:1, “Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you”. Go forth knowing, no evil will prevail over you because you are a child of the most high God who lives your life accordingly and his loving son, Christ Jesus holds you in the palm of his hand.
Life is for the living, however many are alive but crushed in spirit. When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.
– Trust God’s plan. Invite him into your life.
– Make immediate changes where needed.
– Maintain your endurance.
– Press on in faith.
– Remain patient.
– Enjoy your life.
– Stay focused.
God’s promises (HIS WILL) will be fulfilled in your life. God sees. God hears. God knows. God responds. Psalms 146:2 says, “I will praise the LORD as long as I live; I will sing praises to my God while I have my being”. Enjoy your lemonade.
Life is a journey that presents many peaks and valleys. The valleys or disappointments can seem overwhelming when you have given your very best and your expectations, hopes or dreams didn’t materialize. Please know, God has a plan of his own for you and his plan is always better. For Mindfulness Sake: Overcoming Disappointment eBook is now available on Amazon. The book takes you on a journey with an emphasis on healing, moving forward and helping others. The wisdom and knowledge gained when reading this small but mighty book will aid in renewing your energy, outlook on life, and encourage you to pay it forward. No matter how difficult your journey, keep your trust in God and keep moving forward, For Mindfulness Sake.
Psalm 34 17-18: The righteous cry, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
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Mindfulness is the practice of bringing your attention to the present moment. You are awake, aware, and conscious of your thoughts and where you are in a non-critical or nonjudgmental way. You are processing your thoughts, but you are not necessarily responding or reacting to them. Mindfulness aids in calming the mind and body while positioning yourself to receive the benefits of it. Mindfulness allows you to take a beautiful moment to go within and connect with yourself. Mindfulness assists with surrendering everything beyond your control. Mindfulness aids in freeing the mind, calming the nervous system and increasing spirituality. I hope you incorporate mindfulness into your daily practice or routine. The only moment you have is right now. Listen to our For Mindfulness Sake Podcast to participate in a mini-mindfulness session.
