Wednesday, January 7, 2015

“Download the App of BALANCE”


If you missed it on KMEL,
 Dr. Rosché summarizes and furthers the discussion…  Check It Out!!!

Over the past few years with the increase and growth of technology, especially smart phones, we have been given the ability to play games, catch sport scores, count calories, pay bills, update social media and a plethora of other things at the palm of our hands.  Everything has been made easier through the use of Applications aka APPs. This year my Pastor, Bishop Keith L. Clark (BKLC), has decided that we will begin to do some WORK spiritually and psychologically to make our lives better by Downloading APPs every week throughout the 2015 year. 

APPs = Applying Positive Practices
 
                         This week we encourage everyone to “Download the App of BALANCE.” 

There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens
                                                                    Ecclesiastes 3:1

BALANCE happens “when everything in your life gets the needed attention.” (BKLC)

Dr. Rosché says: there are so many facets necessary for us all to have a successful life (Spiritual, Psychological, Mental, Emotional, Physical, Social, Work, Family, etc…) and at certain times in our lives one or more can become overwhelming, making it hard to juggle them all.  If we focus too much on one area, we inadvertently neglect other important areas.  All areas are intertwined and necessary for our overall well-being.  If we spend too much time on building a career, there is no time to build up our family.  If we spend too much time focusing on our social life (friends and romances) we may neglect our desire to reach important career and spiritual goals.  And we all know how physical goals can be put to the waist side when we are overworked, stressed emotionally about break ups, parenting, finances, etc...  So the question is What Do We Do?

            First, it is important to start with some self-care and take a simple break to begin your process of change. 

1.      Make a LIST of all of the important areas in your life.  Think about what is truly a NEED.  A NEED is something that is Necessary for your Empowerment Enrichment and Development (BKLC).  Do I need this person in my life even though they bring me emotional turmoil?  Do I need to make more money even if that means less time with my kids?  Do I need to “kick it” even if that means miss hearing God’s Word that can change my life spiritually?

2.      Separate: prioritize what and who are important in your life and how much time and energy must be spent to nurture these areas.  How can I set better boundaries with others and things that take too much energy? Saying “No” is necessary self-care even if it is to family members.  Think about Agape Love and if you are doing what’s Best for them by always saving the day during a crisis (BKLC).  Remember: Poor planning on your part should not equal emergency on my part.  People need space to grow and if you are always there, they will never have the opportunity to know what they can do for themselves in a given situation. 

3.     Schedule: When and How should I plan to pay attention to all necessary areas of my life.  In this area, you must be flexible with yourself as there will always be something that pops up that was not on your schedule.  Remember:  If you fail to plan, you plan to fail.  If you don’t have an initial goal it will only bring about more difficulty, chaos, drama, and stress within your life.   Having a schedule will only require minor adjustments compared to devising an impulsive action plan when and if something unpredictable happens.    

 
I know it’s WORK and it’s easier to continue to do the same thing over and over again because you and Drama have become such close friends over the years, but break yourself from this friend and introduce yourself to some new friends named Peace, Hope, and Success.  Nobody said it would be easy, but God hasn’t brought you this far to LEAVE you.  Remember to ask for HIS Guidance in beginning this process.  I am here for you too and I’m willing to answer any questions you may have about what hinders your ability to make progress in this area. 

 

Catch the next APP to Download for your life

on the World Hit Gospel Show on 106 KMEL or iHeart radio with Tinka

and special ongoing guests Bishop Keith Clark, and Dr. Rosché

at 6 am—10am on Sunday Mornings.


Dr. Rosché

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