2 October 2021

What did I learn this week?  Many things, but there are a few things that stuck out the most in my studies.  

First was a quote from Greg McKeown "If you don't prioritize your life, someone else will." ("Launching Leaders," Chap. 2 pg. 68) This quote hit me hard.  I have learned through my life that it is okay to say, "No."  It took me many years to understand that I could not, and should not, say yes to everyone and everything.  I have learned that when I feel uneasy, uncomfortable, or "sick-to-my-stomach" after committing to something, I have made the wrong decision.  The Spirit has let me know that I need to make a course correction, and I am miserable until I follow the promptings I receive.

I also love the advice to make God my constant reference point and my co-pilot.  I don't always make essential decisions with God as my co-pilot.  So many times, I go solo, and I'm not very good at it.  Making God my focus in every aspect of my life will help me immensely. 

I also learned about “The Formula” from Jim Ritchie.  He teaches six steps that are the formula for success in this life. 

1.     Get Up Early

2.     Work Hard

3.     Get Your Education

4.     Find Your Oil

5.     Make Your Mark

6.     Give Back

These steps seem simple but very empowering! 

Everything I am learning is helping me align my will with God and have a personal relationship with Him.  To have my Primary Motivation be the love of God, and my fellow man should be my goal in everything I do.  My Heavenly Father knows me better than anyone else.  He knows what is best for me and what will bless me in my life.  If I can strive to know and do His will each day, I will become the person I truly want to be.