Daily Wisdom 06-17-2006 Get Motivated!

I must admit a small pet peeve I have; people who whine and complain about how bad this or that is, yet refuse to take positive action to change anything. For example, I'm sure we all can think of at least one or two friends or relatives who express displeasure in their weight, yet when you ask them if they are going to exercise and eat healthy so they can change what distresses them, they have a whole list of reasons why they can't. "Oh, I hate exercising!" says one lady, "And besides, where would I find the time?" Or, another person may say, "I'd miss my nightly pizza and chocolate donuts! Fruits and vegetables just dont cut it for me."

Then of course, there are the people who say they are willing to do something about it, but its always at a later date. "I'll start my diet tomorrow, but for tonight, its fried chicken, country gravy, potato salad and fudge brownies, claims another." Of course, when tomorrow comes, the deed is put off for the next day and the next, and years later, nothing has changed except the bathroom scale that now reads 300 pounds.

The above is only one example of how we often procrastinate, because we are unable to motivate ourselves. The issue here is not dieting, but can relate to any corner of our life that is robbing us of mind, body and/or spirit good health. The unhealthiness may rest in negative mind-sets, destructive relationships, or even our lack of relationship with God.

A better life does not just fall into ones lap. It comes when we have a clear vision in mind, and work toward a specific goal. What is necessary, however, is our own motivation; the ability to inwardly tell ourselves, This is what I want, and this is what I am going to work for, until it finally happens!

The same thing is true regarding ones relationship with God. Why put off till tomorrow what you can have today?

Dont wait till you are on your death-bed to call out to God. Let Him bless your life as only He alone can do.

If you're interested, there is more information about:
The most important event of all time and
The most important Book of all time.

Contributed by Melanie Schurr (Copyright (c)2005 Melanie Schurr) Melanie Schurr is author of "Ecstatic Living: A Christian marriage manual and Life-guide", "Son Salutations" and "Daily Contemplations", which are a collection of read-one-a-day modern inspirations. For more information, visit www.MelanieSchurr.com