The Virtues of Simplicity

How many of us have bought that new high-tech remote control to find we really only use the power, volume, and channel buttons? Do any of these scenarios ring a bell: Loaded features in your car? How many do you utilize on a daily basis? Bluetooth capabilities on your phone? How many times a day do you connect … Continue reading The Virtues of Simplicity

Philippians 4:8

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. Philippians 4:8

Psalm 46:1-3

God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging. Psalm 46:1-3

American PI:E – More than Money

This is the first post in a series on American PI:E™ - the recipe for early retirement, true autonomy, and reclaiming your American dream. “The American Dream is that dream of a land in which life should be better and richer and fuller for everyone, with opportunity for each according to ability or achievement. It … Continue reading American PI:E – More than Money

The Push Up Tree

The push-up tree is the point in my run where I stop and do 50 push-ups before continuing. The tree represents adversity on the horizon, but I know it's coming. I know when I get there, there's going to be some hard work, yet I run toward it anyway. At first, the push-up tree was an inconvenience … Continue reading The Push Up Tree

1 Corinthians 14:26

What then, brothers? When you come together, each one has a hymn, a lesson, a revelation, a tongue, or an interpretation. Let all things be done for building up.  1 Corinthians 14:26

Daily Call to Action

ICYMI - Start each day by looking at yourself in the mirror and calling yourself to action (out loud) with our daily mantra:  

Top 5 Reasons to Practice Yoga

In this post, Level 1 Life contributing author Christine Wilcox, M.S., shares her top five reasons to practice yoga. Christine is a 200-hour Certified Yoga Instructor and Holistic Health Coach in Syracuse, NY. If you have questions for Christine, let us know on our "Connect" page!  There are many different styles of yoga from Hatha to … Continue reading Top 5 Reasons to Practice Yoga

Matthew 6:14-15

For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins. Matthew 6:14-15

Lesson from a 3-year-old

Sitting around the dinner table last night, my family and I started in on the "how was your day" question that typically kicks-off conversation as we eat, listen to music, and enjoy time together to reflect. Usually I will ask my three-year-old: "What did you do today, sweety?" and she'll tell me about the games she … Continue reading Lesson from a 3-year-old