Thoughts, devotions, and more from Jeffrey K. Ross, author of "Next Step Devotions"
Have you ever passed on an opportunity and then kicked yourself later for doing so? Windows of opportunity don't last forever. Sometimes the window is very narrow and you have to act in a short time or the opportunity is lost. Not all opportunities are equal in importance, of course. The chance to buy clothes …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #221: Take Advantage of Opportunities
"Am I in Louisville?" That was the surprising question I was asked tonight by some random guy driving by in a pickup truck while I was out walking my dog. He stopped near me, called me over and asked the question. "Yes," I answered. Then he asked me how to get to the Greyhound bus …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #217: To Reach Your Destination, Know Your Starting Point
Over six months ago, we started some major home renovations. The first couple of months saw the kitchen completely gutted, the wall removed between the kitchen and dining room, and everything new from the ground up, opening up a significant part of the main floor of the house with the change. Then after a little …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #211: Keep the End in View
I did it. Twenty-one days after setting a goal to lose nine pounds, I have lost ten. I'm lower than the weight goal I set which is the weight I hovered at for years prior to a big jump at the end of last year around the holidays. It feels good to be here again. …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #196: Reaching Goals Happens in Baby Steps
People cite different figures when discussing how many days it takes to develop a new habit. Some claim 21 days while other research shows the figure to be more like 66 days. Your mileage may vary. Regardless of how many days it takes, the purpose of this post is to reassure you that developing new …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #194: You Can Develop New Habits If You Try
