3599 Do Your Circumstances Dictate Your Next Steps?

Release Date: 12/02/2024

Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

The holiday season is notorious for turning you into a checklist machine. You wake up with a mental rundown of what must be done: complete Cyber purchases, groceries, school events, meal prep, work deadlines, holiday gatherings, gift wrapping, and on and on. By the time Tuesday is here, that list is already gnawing at your energy and your spirit. You're already wiped out just thinking about the week ahead. Sound too familiar? Well, here's your escape: Your to-do list does not anchor your life—your heart is the anchor. Psalm 46:10 reminds us to “Be still, and know that I am God.”...

3898 Living Life Out of Order

Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

December evenings can feel like a pressure cooker. You scroll through Instagram and see everyone’s lives perfectly arranged: big wins, festive decor, smiling faces. Meanwhile, you’re staring down unfinished projects, mounting fatigue, and that nagging voice telling you you’re behind, failing, or simply out of place. Why does it feel like everyone else is moving forward, while you’re stuck living life out of order? Here’s the hard truth: comparison is a silent peace thief. When you measure your messy, nonlinear reality against others’ carefully curated timelines and highlight reels,...

3897 HOPE - The Faithfulness of God

Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

When the future feels shaky and the world seems out of control, hope is often what’s missing. But here’s where you check your pulse: hope is not wishful thinking or vague optimism. Real hope is a confident expectation anchored in the faithfulness of God. Jeremiah 29:11 cuts through the noise: “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . This verse isn’t a hollow promise—it’s a wild, brave...

3896 Digging for Gold

Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

Marriage is no fairy tale without effort. It demands work, dedication, and a clear purpose to turn the ordinary into an extraordinary journey. When that effort wanes, couples find themselves facing the big ‘D’—divorce. No one wants that outcome. Yet, many walk down the aisle with hope for forever, only to get distracted by the temptation of greener grass elsewhere. But the problem is that they're digging for gold in the wrong places. Picture this: It’s Black Friday, and everyone’s scouring the stores, hunting for the best deals, the quickest wins, the most immediate gratification....

3895 Raising Kids with Kind Hearts

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Raising kids with kind hearts filled with gratitude feels like an uphill battle these days. It’s no secret that screens dominate their attention—heads buried in phones and tablets, tuning out the world around them. But it doesn't have to be this way. If we let kids do what they want with technology, many will struggle to grasp what it really means to be kind, respectful, and thankful. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . And here’s the tougher truth: parents aren’t always present either, caught up in their own whirlwind. If both sides...

3894 The Letter of Thanksgiving

Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

Thanksgiving often nudges us to list the people we appreciate—the family, friends, mentors, colleagues. But this year, let’s flip the script. Before you reach out to thank another, consider turning your gratitude inward. What if today, the letter of thanksgiving you write is to yourself? Think about your year—not just the surface moments you flash back to, but the quiet stretches, the small triumphs, the unseen acts of kindness you offered without fanfare. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . Where has your heart been whole? What parts of...

3893 Gratitude Creates a Vision for Tomorrow

Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denials into acceptance chaos into order, confusion into clarity. It makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow. ~ Melody Beattie Gratitude isn’t just about saying “thank you.” Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . There’s a subtle but powerful difference between being thankful and being grateful. Thankfulness happens in the mind — it’s the polite acknowledgment of something received. Think about the...

3892 Leave Nothing Behind

Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

The holidays can stir our hearts, drawing us closer to our thoughts. Don't let the busyness cloud what matters. Leave nothing behind. You are created for greatness! Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . This holiday season, don't let what you think you know be disguised as what matters. Give yourself that space and time. The K.I.S.S. ~ Leave nothing behind! Be brave. Be bold. Be courageous and make a decision to forgive, to love, to share a hug. Life is too precious. So leave nothing behind. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!" ...

3891 Create Margin To Do What Matters

Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

Far too often, we’re caught in a relentless cycle of “putting out fires” — responding to demands, answering endless messages, attending meetings that don’t move the needle. Our days are dictated by everyone else’s priorities. But what if that didn’t have to be your reality? What if you could break free and create margin to do what matters? Imagine this moment as a fork in the road. The old season is burning out, and you're stepping into a new one—one where you call the shots on your calendar and your energy. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join...

3890 A Heart of Gratitude

Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

As the holiday season unfolds around us, the pull of distractions and pressures can easily divert our mind, body, and spirit from the path God desires. It’s a time when expectations run high, and focusing on what truly matters often feels like an uphill battle. But there is one simple yet powerful weapon we can wield to stay grounded: a heart of gratitude. Psalm 118:24 sets the tone perfectly: “This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . Each day is a gift from God,...

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In life, we often find ourselves facing unexpected challenges and circumstances that threaten to derail our plans and aspirations. The question then arises: do our circumstances dictate our next steps?

While it may seem daunting to confront this reality, it is essential to consider how we can navigate these uncharted waters and continue moving forward toward our goals.

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"Control is a great thing until you can't do it. Unfortunately, that applies to life; the only guarantee in life is change. Change is a constant. Therefore, if you cannot control it, then do your circumstances dictate your next steps?" ~ Kristianne Wargo

In the face of adversity, life is unpredictable. And that's all the more reason for the importance of resilience and determination. While circumstances may present obstacles, they should not dictate our path forward. You've gotta fall toward your dreams!

The K.I.S.S. ~ Fall toward your dreams!

Here are three actionable steps to shift your focus towards your goals, rather than allowing circumstances to dictate your next steps:

1. Cultivate a Positive Mindset: Embrace a mindset of resilience and optimism, viewing challenges as opportunities for growth and learning.

"Our mindset plays a crucial role in determining our response to challenges. By maintaining a positive outlook, we can overcome obstacles with grace and determination." ~ Kristianne Wargo

2. Set Clear Goals and Prioritize: Define your goals and priorities, breaking them down into manageable steps.

"Setting clear goals empowers us to stay focused on our objectives, regardless of external circumstances. By prioritizing tasks and actions, we can make steady progress towards our aspirations." ~ Kristianne Wargo

3. Seek Support and Guidance: Surround yourself with a supportive network of friends, mentors, and resources to help you navigate challenging times.

"We are not meant to face challenges alone. Reach out to trusted individuals who can provide encouragement, advice, and perspective during difficult times." ~ Kristianne Wargo

While life's circumstances may pose obstacles, it is essential to maintain focus on your goals and aspirations. Your dreams matter!

"Do not let your circumstances define your future. Embrace challenges as opportunities for growth and keep falling toward your dreams." ~ Kristianne Wargo

"Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"

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In life, we often find ourselves facing unexpected challenges and circumstances that threaten to derail our plans and aspirations. The question then arises: do our circumstances dictate our next steps?

The K.I.S.S. ~ Fall toward your dreams!

"Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"

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