“Those who live according to the flesh have their minds set on what the flesh desires; but those who live in accordance with the Spirit have their minds set on what the Spirit desires.” Romans 8:5 I received a very honest message from one of the members. She said, “So I don’t really know how…
Easter was tough for me as I over-indulged in my son’s Easter chocolate. My mom (and hubby) still buy my 15 year old son Easter bunnies and he’s quite happy to oblige them. It’s now 4 days post Easter celebrations and I’m still struggling to get my healthy eating plan back on track. Fact is,…
Here is my list of 10 things to look for in an accountability partner which are also pointers on being a great accountability partner.
“He who walks with wise men will be wise, but the companion of fools will be destroyed.” ~ Proverbs 13:30 Trying to lose weight can often be a very lonely and isolating journey. No one wants their friends, family and loved ones to know how much they’re struggling so people tend to isolate themselves and…
Have you ever noticed that being strong in one area of your life does not necessarily have a cross-over effect? You can be totally competent in one area of your life and be the complete opposite in another. This point became even more apparent to me as I was reading about the story of Samson…
If you’ve been repeating any type of behaviour over a long period of time then that behaviour inevitably becomes a part of your identity. These identities can bring many productive blessings and prosperity to your life, such as, being known as a philanthropist or a leader, but many of us also take on self-defeating identities…
I once asked my takebackyourtemple.com email readers: What is your biggest weight loss challenge? Emotional eating got twice as many votes as the number #2 vote getter. When I weighed 240 pounds, I too ate to manage negative emotions. But during my 85-pound weight loss, I discovered freedom came down to three things. 1. Courage…
Would you be surprised if I told you that on most given days, I dread the thought of exercising? It would rarely make my priority list and if I did not have to leave the house every day, I would be happy to stay in my pyjamas. I know, this does not sound like phrases…