2018 - Weekly Fun Archives - Julie Randle, MBA

Week 50 – A life worth living is a life worth recording ~ Advent

Julie — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 20:12:46 +0000

The Advent calendars are in full swing, counting the days down to Christmas Day! “Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed primarily on December 25 as a religious and cultural celebration among billions of people around the world” Building up to Christmas day is a season called Advent which means, traditionally there are four candles lit on each Sunday prior to Christmas day. The candles represent “The Prophets’ Candle, symbolizing hope; the Bethlehem Candle, symbolizing faith; the Shepherds’ Candle, symbolizing joy; the Angel’s Candle, symbolizing peace. I often think of Christmastime as a time of HOPE, a feeling of expectation and desire for certain things to happen! Following are my favorite blogs and music describing Hope, Advent and Christmastime.

The best Christmas hymn/song ever
The further meaning of Advent explained here
The best description of hope and the advent season, here
Favorite places to visit to learn more during Christmastime, New Hope, St Denys Church (Pailton, UK, my favorite village church)and Duke Chapel
Favorite movies, songs: Away in a manager Frosty the snowman A Christmas Carol Home alone

Too many more favorites to list! I “hope” you have your favorite things that fill your heart with memories and traditions of Christmastime! Celebrate!

#Whispersinmyheart

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Week 48 – A life worth living is a life worth recording – Christmas Rush

Julie — Sun, 25 Nov 2018 23:34:42 +0000

“From one of my life long coaches:

Now that we’re into the Christmas rush, it’s so important to practice good self-care. To help you stay merry and bright, here are a few things to remember:

~*~ Plans change. People disappoint. Traditions expire. Release your expectations for the holidays and be open to surprise.

~*~ Just because some people are fueled by drama doesn’t mean you have to attend the performance.

~*~ The calmer you are, the more time slows down, and the easier (and more joyful) it is to get everything done.

~*~ Your presence is the best gift of all.

~*~ Don’t try to please everyone. Everyone is a whole lot of people.

~*~ Every time you hear “home for the holidays” let it remind you to come back to the comfort and joy of your own Presence.”

Cheryl Richardson

Keeping these tips close to me. #whispersinmy heart

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Week 42 – A life worth living is a life worth recording: 5 bullet points

Julie — Mon, 15 Oct 2018 00:10:38 +0000

Memorable: Hurricane Michael – made landfall in the Florida Panhandle on Wednesday, October, 10th as a Category 4 hurricane — the strongest on record to hit the area — and charged through Georgia and into the Carolinas and Virginia, wreaking havoc.
Book to Note: “The Armor of God” by Priscilla Shirer,
Quote: “The rich rules over the poor, and the borrower is the slave of the lender” Proverbs 22:7
Social Media: Facebook question what song defines you? Imagine
Blog/Podcast: Mark Divine – Leading with Military Precision

Favorite hastag #whispersinmyheart

~Julie

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Week 28 – A life worth living is a life worth recording: 5 bullet points

Julie — Sun, 16 Sep 2018 23:59:46 +0000

Memorable: #HurricaneFlorence: Our beautiful state of North Carolina, (NC) was hit my #HurricaneFlorence . My daughter and her young family had to evacuate the her home in New Bern, NC. My son and his family remained safe in Charlotte, and I remained safe! Thankful for our safety and blessings Video here
Book to note: “A Slight Edge” by Jeff Olson – read more here
Quote: My favorite notable quote/video from my Mum’s friend, 87, on facebook , “I wish you enough” Video here
Exercise: The importance of Bikram Yoga
Food: The importance of good protein

~Julie

+ favorite hash tag, #whispersinmyheart

++ favorite two words, “Hope Dealer”

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Week 26 – Minimalism: Live a meaningful life

Julie — Mon, 27 Aug 2018 00:53:37 +0000

Not sure why this happened today? I received a podcast in my email from the Dave Ramsey team. It was an interview: Dave interviewing two guys, Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus about their book and documentary on Minmalism: Live a Meaningful Life, (documentary on Netflix). So, I bought the Kool-Aid and immediately had to watch their documentary. It reminded me of so many teachings about decluttering, living simply, within your means, do not keep up with the Jones’ mentalility by trying to impress others with the big house, cars and material stuff especially if you cant afford it (no debt) because ultimately material stuff will not complete one’s inner happiness (been there, done that, bought the Tshirt).

It stated in the documentary that folks who win the lottery or acquire huge insurance monies loose it all within a couple of years – nothing suprising here. The ultimate teaching in their book, both going through terrible hardships and growing up in dysfuncational homes, is similar to Dave Ramsey’s teachings do not live beyond your means, no debt, cash only motto, no credit cards and most importantly! material stuff doesnt make one utilmately happy. I learned alot from the documentary and Dave Ramsey’s interview with these guys being Minimalists and about being debt free and opting for a Minimalistic lifestyle.

Take away for me was make time to spend doing things one loves, including career choices and develop loving caring authentic relationships with family and friends which doesnt include, fancy restaurant meals, exqusite trips to include ~~ shopping 🙂 (and now I know why I got the email today)

A couple of links follow:

Intro to their documentary – Minimalism

Dave Ramsey’s interview

Next steps for me! #whispersinmyheart

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