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3599 Do Your Circumstances Dictate Your Next Steps?

Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

Release Date: 12/02/2024

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Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

Every new year brings a fresh chance to hit the reset button — including how you show up as a parent. But let's be real: parenting is hard, exhausting, and often thankless. If you coast through it, thinking your kids will "figure it out," you’re setting everyone up for frustration and chaos. Kids need more than just food and shelter; they need consistent guidance, love, and boundaries; it's intentional parenting that moves mountains. Because when you slack off, what you get is exactly what you put in — kids who push limits, test boundaries, and fill the void left by absent parenting....

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Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

The first day of a new year holds something rare—a stillness amid the noise, a quiet space where hope and possibility stretch out like an open road. It’s a day wrapped in excitement but tinged with uncertainty. The unknowns can flip the script, spin your stomach, and test your courage. But here’s the beautiful, unshakable truth: The best is yet to come. You might hear this phrase a ton. But it's not just a feel-good phrase. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . It’s a call to show up with presence, grace, and fierce faith. Presence...

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Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

Every New Year arrives heavy with promises! However, let’s be honest, you've gotta fair share of frustration, too. For millions, those well-meaning resolutions quickly unravel, leaving behind guilt and the familiar cycle of “I failed again.” But the harsh truth is that pushing yourself to “fix” every flaw with iron willpower only sets up a battle you can’t win long-term. So what if forward progress requires forgiveness in your healthy living? Well-being doesn’t emerge from beating yourself into a different person. Yet all too often, that’s exactly the approach New Year’s...

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Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

You're probably all too familiar with the grinding season—the one where your to-do list feels like Mount Everest, your energy dips, and then the holidays roll in like a relentless tide. It’s the time when surviving feels like a win. But what if you didn’t just survive? What if you conquered this season with your heart still beating loud and your goals clearly in view? Get back up! Here’s the truth: heart and hustle aren’t enemies of your well-being; they’re the secret weapons for a life that’s full without breaking you. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded...

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Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

Every December, most of us find ourselves trapped in the chaos—exhausted, overwhelmed, and haunted by a list of unfinished goals. This is the time for closing the chapter: how to honor your past and prepare for the present. Our minds scramble through the mess of failures and successes alike, begging for answers that never seem to come. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . But here’s the truth: fear does not have to freeze you in place. You were created to move forward, to step boldly into what’s next. The power lies in embracing the new...

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Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

As the final Sunday of the year fades into twilight, it carries with it a weight that feels heavy for many—a mix of reflection, regret, relief, and even anticipation. Life never promised a smooth journey. Each year comes with its own share of battles, setbacks, and moments when the road feels unbearably steep. But struggles don’t have the final say on your joy or hope. Anchor your joy in what lasts. Far too often, we let our circumstances dictate how we feel—a volatile foundation for anything lasting. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . ...

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Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

The end of the year is more than just a calendar checkpoint. It’s an invitation for you to pause and take stock of your journey together; how to reflect, reconnect, and reignite your marriage. After years of shared experiences, it’s easy to let presence slip through the cracks, assuming love just happens. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . The truth is, unconditional love doesn’t appear by accident. It demands intentional reflection, connection, and the willingness to serve each other daily. Take this moment to look back—not to...

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Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

Christmas has come and gone. The lights are turned off, the wrapping paper has been tossed, and the house finally breathes again. Christmas is over—now what?  Yet, the heart of the season—the faith, the gratitude, the connection—doesn’t have to fade with the decorations. This is the perfect time to pause and reflect on the moments that really mattered. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . What surprised you about your family’s heart this Christmas? Was there a new spark of gratitude? A fresh sense of wonder? Maybe a quiet...

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Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

Every so often, a story comes along that changes everything—then turns right around and changes your life. The birth of Jesus is one of those stories. But far from being a quaint holiday tradition or a distant fairy tale, this is the moment God interrupted history to say, “I’m with you.” For centuries, prophets declared this truth. Now, it’s no longer about pages of ancient text—it’s about the real, raw presence of God in your life today; God's presence among us. This isn’t a story you watch from the sidelines. It’s an invitation to step into the heart of a divine plan that...

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Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

Christmas Eve. For many, it’s the crescendo of the holiday whirlwind—the last-minute preparations, wrapping, cooking, and hosting. But it doesn’t have to be that way, not when you have a sacred stillness. Amid the busyness, Christmas Eve offers a sacred invitation: to pause, to be still, to receive rest and renewal. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . Psalm 46:10 reminds us, “Be still, and know that I am God.” At what point are you going to release your anxious grip on the season’s frenzy and rest in something bigger? Think about...

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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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Music by Mandisa - Overcomer

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Song ID: 68209
Song Title: Overcomer
Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia
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