Just recently, I had an important realization. I’m feeling more fulfilled than I ever have before, and it doesn’t have anything to do with being part of the 9-to-5 work cycle. I’m setting my own work schedule, spending time with and helping family, volunteering with church activities and with others who need assistance, crafting duringContinue reading "Finding Fulfillment"
Friday Faith Moment: Introduction
One thing is for sure. I wouldn’t have taken off on this freelancing journey without a whole lot of prayer. As I’ve been writing about all the things that I am learning, I realized that none of this would have happened without my faith. I pray, and then I make decisions. It has been veryContinue reading "Friday Faith Moment: Introduction"
Realistic Optimism
As I work my way through learning marketing strategies and improving my writing skills, I have learned an important quality is necessary in the process: realistic optimism. I tend to have elements of both realism and optimism in my personality. Life experiences will teach you to be realistic about outcomes, but optimism helps you navigateContinue reading "Realistic Optimism"
Picking Someone’s Brain
No, I’m not writing a zombie apocalypse novel. I’m talking about the figurative notion of picking someone’s brain. I had an opportunity to talk to someone recently about how he uses social media to promote his church and where he works. This prompts me to confront my love-hate relationship with social media, but that isContinue reading "Picking Someone’s Brain"
Decluttering: It’s a Constant Process
Yes, I’m still working on setting up the home office, but I’m not giving up. I keep looking at items and asking myself, “Do I need that?” Part of the problem is that my living situation will change in the next year, and I will need some of the items I have packed away. It’sContinue reading "Decluttering: It’s a Constant Process"