Spring Into Your Next Level

050511145954I was in my backyard cleaning up debris that had fallen in the last few months. I got to thinking about things we can do to prepare for the next level in our life.  If you are ready to go to that next level, I suggest taking these steps:

  • Focus of Clarity Take time to write down the things you really want for your life. If you are not happy with the results, it is time to make some major changes.
  • Know your habits Our habits can take us to the next level or keep us moving around in the maze of mediocrity. Here is a question that you need to ask, are my actions working for me or against me? You can learn new habits and unlearn bad ones.
  • Build a Dream Team Hire a personal trainer, Life Coach, or start a group that is dedicated to helping you achieve your personal goals.

We are getting close to the halfway mark in 2012. You can still make this your best year yet. If you take the steps in this post, you can go to that next level.  Put God first, Stay focused, and you will bloom like a beautiful flower in the spring.

Peace & Blessing,

Tarik

Tis The Season…

holidayThis is a season for love, peace, and uplifting other people.  Take some time today to reflect on your many blessings in 2011. Repeat this affirmation: Today I will use my gifts to enrich the lives of  everyone around me.  Have a blessed holiday season and a peaceful and prosperous  New Year!

The Lifelong Learner

The lessons start at home. You learn from your parents, siblings, and surroundings.  Summer is coming to an end and my children are back in school hitting the books.  Great leaders are always looking to learn more and go to that next level. Life will present you with opportunities to continue your education. You can go to college, fall in love, or start a business.  You will be able to use your experience to enrich the lives of everyone around you.  Commit today to a lifetime of learning, loving, and growing.

Peace,

Tarik
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Let Your Life Bloom

flowers bloomingSpring is here! The weather is warmer, the birds are chirping, and the grass is growing again. Nature flows with grace from one season to the next. Your life should be the same way, however we are taught to fight on no matter the cost.  The key to letting your life flow is surrender. Your ego would like you to think that surrender equals defeat or laziness. The ability to surrender to what is going on in your life gives you power.  You get clarity and  a chance for God’s love to  embrace your situation. After all your fighting, do still have to deal with the same issue?  If so, let the power of surrender take root and let your life bloom.

Peace & Love,

Tarik

Follow Your Heart

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What do you love? What moves you to a place of peace and purpose?  You will hear a lot about love this month.  It is more than one day, flowers, or cute greeting cards.  Do something today that you have always wanted to do and embrace that moment with all of the love you have. God is love, follow your heart, and you will always be on the right path.

Peace& Blessings,

Tarik

2010 Holiday Tips

images (3)I was blessed to take my family to Georgia for a surprise party for my Grammy. She turned 75, we  talk back and forth on e-mail, and she is a woman of God. I do not know where I would be without her. It was so cool to see my family work  together and show my Grammy so much love. This time of year is for family, good food, being of service , and fun!  My simple tips for this holiday season, be thankful for all that you have and help someone who has less than you.

Peace & Love,

Tarik

Life Is A Divine Dance!

God has blessed us to be apart of this wonderful dance called life. We are all connected and dance together. The beat  maybe slow or fast. The mood could be happy, sad, or angry. You will have to learn new steps along the way but you must keep dancing. We thank God for each step we take and every new dance we learn. All things have a flow, you have to find yourdancing beach 2 flow in the dance of life and let your soul groove all day and all night.

Peace&Love,

Tarik

Your Independence Day

On July 4, 1776, America declared its i225px-Fourth_of_July_fireworks_behind_the_Washington_Monument,_1986ndependence from Great Britain. We celebrate this day with fireworks, parades, and various other public and private events. When are you going to declare your independence? We all deserve freedom from fear, self-doubt, and negative habits. Commit to being your true self. Take back your freedom, dance, laugh, and display your god given fireworks to the world!

Where Is Your Focus?

Red CamaroWhat you focus on grows. Simple but true. If you purchase a new car, you will begin to see that car everywhere you go. The following tips will help you take your focus to the next level.

  1. Having a clear vision and setting goals. I have written about the importance of  your vision and goals in the past.(see previous posts) Setting S.M.A.R.T. goals is key. Write down your goals, review them often, and it will keep you from getting  distracted.
  2. Solitude.  You need to block off some time to clear your mind.  You can listen to music, meditate, or relax in nature. This will give you time to slow down from the hectic pace and demands of your life.  I have used solitude to stay focused and take my productivity to a higher level.
  3. Work with your team. Talk to your family, close friends or life coach. They can be accountability partners and remind you when your behavior is not consistent with your goals.

We can always choose to perceive things differently. You can focus on what’s wrong in your life, or you can focus on what’s right.
-Marianne Williamson

Peace & Blessing,

Tarik

Find Your Inner Child

My children are amazing!  They continue to be a reminder  that I am blessed to be apart of their wonderful and precious journey. Yes! They can be challenging  and that is a subject for another blog. Children  live life to the fullest.  They do not regret the past or worry about the future. My son would be upset one moment and  having a good time playing video games the next.  Children live in the now and are happy with the simple things in life. I have watched my daughter in pure joy with her dolls or an empty box.  Take some time today to rediscover your inner child. Live  in the moment, learn from your past, but do not stress about the future.  Put your  I pod, smart phone, and laptop down.  Go for a walk in the park, relax on the beach, and enjoy the simple things in life.children playing

Peace & Love,

Tarik

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