Today we celebrate World Health Day, in honor of the significance of all-around good health and wellbeing. Each of the 8 Dimensions of Wellness should be celebrated due to their importance in the pursuit of longevity, happiness and mental wellness.
Today is the perfect day to take the Peace Capability Test and find out where your opportunities for improvement are.
Thank you for another day. Thank you that all is well with me. I am grateful for a chance to sit back and reflect on all that has been accomplished this week. I am excited to see your hand in it all. I am more excited to see the evidence of your blessings in my life. I am thankful for the people that you’ve placed in my life to hold me accountable and to offer support when needed. Thank you for believing in me and for never turning your face from me. In Jesus Name I pray. Amen.
Earlier this week I had the pleasure of delivering Affirmation Jars for our Reflect & Write breast cancer Survivors, Thrivers and Caregivers Valentine’s Day Celebration.
We donated 20 Affirmation Jars to a local non-profit organization that provides second chances to community members who’ve fallen on hard times.
By gifting our jars to this organization, we were able to empower the residents to sow seeds of love into the lives of their loved ones. The principle of “each one teach one” was in full effect!
Checkout the BTS Reel below
The second half of our project is a monetary donation to the 2nd annual Hats and Dresses Tea for Pink Party hosted by Elizabeth House Foundation
You can support this wonderful organization by purchasing a ticket to attend.
Join me at this event for an afternoon of tea, fashion, and empowerment on March 23, 2024, from 11 am – 2 pm.
Let’s come together to support a great cause! We will be vending as this event under through our sister company, Planters with SOUL!
Our upcoming Write & Reflect Valentine’s Day Celebration will now take place online. Although we did not meet our intended financial goal, our mission to create Affirmation Jars and to make a donation to a breast cancer awareness organization is still in full swing.
We have a request for 20-30 jars, currently we have 10. I made the decision to host the event online to reallocate funds for the purchase of additional materials.
You can still make a donation by clicking the link below.
Thank you for this life that you have given me. I appreciate your love, your guidance, and the purpose that you have laid on my heart to fulfill in this world. As I close out this work week, I appreciate the opportunities that I’ve had to imagine, create and execute. You are responsible for those opportunities, and I am grateful.
I am grateful to walk in purpose and make a positive impact while doing so. Your word says no good thing shall be withheld from me, and I believe that your word is true.
I look forward to resting this weekend and allowing you to replenish my mind, body and spirit. This is my prayer. Amen.
Reading is an excellent way to gain new perspectives and insights. During the first quarter of 2024, I am reading several books to assist me with curbing procrastination, embracing authenticity and effectively managing negative emotions. Since the first core value of Origins of Peace is Mentality Clarity, it is only right that I take this time to gain insight and share the valuable knowledge that I hope to gain, with you.
To start with, “The 12 Week Year” is a great choice for anyone looking to improve their productivity and overcome procrastination. The book provides a practical framework for setting goals and achieving them within a shorter timeframe, which can help you stay focused and motivated.
“The Courage to Be Disliked” is a unique self-help book that draws on the principles of Adlerian psychology to encourage readers to embrace their own individuality and let go of the need for external validation. This can help you develop a more authentic sense of self and build stronger relationships with others.
Lastly, “Managing Negative Emotions” is a valuable resource for anyone looking to cultivate a more positive mindset. The book provides practical strategies for dealing with difficult emotions such as anxiety, anger, and depression, which can help you feel more balanced and resilient.
If you find any of the titles that I’ve shared interesting, please let me know, and I will set up a virtual book club for us. Happy reading!
I’m not sure if I shared this already but my theme word for 2024 is Authentic. As I sit and reflect on all that this word represents for me in 2024, I am reminded of where it all began as a means to being my authentic self, going forward.
On April 20, 2011, I published my first Blog Post. I simply wanted a space to express what was on my mind and heart. At that time, I was experiencing some personal challenges that required me to release and relinquish my “I AM Superwoman” tendencies, and really trust God to do a miraculous thing in my life.
I penned this message long before cancer and divorce. Looking back, I think the entire blog was a message of preparation, preparing me for what was coming. The trials that I would experience and overcome and the success that I would achieve.
I say all of this to say, somewhere along the line, my authentic nature to talk about the goodness of God and start each morning with a prayer was replaced with posts about process, tools and the latest corporate trends about blah, blah, blah….
I’ve met some really great people throughout my years of blogging. I can honestly say that I get the most engagement when I post about God’s grace and mercy, and how it shows up for me.
If I am being truly honest with myself, embracing my authenticity means being unapologetically confident in putting God at the forefront, middle and rear of everything that I do. Spirituality is very much one of my origins of peace, and I am determined to embrace it on this blog and in my business going forward.
If you’re unaware, Origins of Peace, LLC was founded on Romans 12:18 which states, “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. We first help you find peace within, and then we help you create more peaceful moments in your daily routine. We do this with intention and creativity.
Starting today, we are walking through the devotional, “Playing in the Dirt.” This is authentically how I want to start each of my days. Knowing that I’ve prayed for myself and then prayed for you, makes me feel good about being prepared for whatever may unfold throughout the day.
Ephesians 3:17-18 – I pray that you, being rooted and firmly established in love, may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the length and width, height and depth of God’s love.
I hope these verses serve as a reminder that there is nothing that God cannot do for you. His love overpowers any challenge or negative circumstance that may pop up in your life. From someone who experienced divorce, cancer and job loss all at the same time…God’s love was big enough to cover me entirely through that challenging time. Even when I thought there was nothing left for me, and nowhere for me to turn. God placed the right people in my life to help me make it through.
My prayer: Today Lord, I am grateful for reconnection. Thank you for bringing your word to my remembrance and helping me reconnect to you. I’ve been too far removed from you and continuously struggling in my own strength to do things on my own terms. No longer Lord, thank you for reminding me that your word provides safety and shelter when I feel stuck or unsure. Your love provides safety for me to rest and gather my thoughts while basking in all the things that you have made beautiful for me. I love you and I thank you on this day…in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
It’s the official kickoff of 2024 here at Origins of Peace.
Some may say we’re a little late in showing up, but I say better late than ugly. I am using ugly in the context of feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stressed and unprepared. That is certainly not the vibe that we aim to generate over here. Our intention is to show up with intention, purpose and of course Peace!
I like the feeling of kicking off the year after MLK Jr. Day. The theme of vision and purpose is set, so hey…that’s our que to make a grand entrance.
I wanted to spend a few minutes to re-introduce myself and let you know what Origins of Peace is all about.
I am Melissa Rivers, Creative Peace Coach and Founder of Origins of Peace, LLC. My mission is to help individuals close the gap between conflict and peace personally and professionally. I created the Peace by Design Coaching Academy where I provide personal development coaching (Peaceful Lifestyle) professional development coaching (Peaceful Profits) and teambuilding workshops (Peaceful Collaborations). You can learn more by visiting my website.
Additionally, I am a Corporate Contractor, certified in facilitation, change management and process improvement. I use these highly sought after skills to develop learning and development courses for corporate clients.
One of my favorite things to do is to empower Survivors of breast cancer. Being a Survivor, I find it very beneficial to stay connected to this community and reach back to offer a hand of support where I can.
Personally, I am on a journey to show up AUTHENTICALLY by investing in my health, finances and relationships. As I strive to be more transparent in my business, some of my personal endeavors might show up in this blog because, it’s all about my origins of peace. We all have them.
I invite you to connect with me on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook. All links are listed below. As you go about your day, remember this: “God is with you every step of the way.”
Have you given any thought to what your theme word or empowering phrase for 2024 will be?
I’ve settled on the word Authentic as a point of reference for my vision.
In part, my vision for 2024 is to show up authentically as myself in all aspects of my life. I envision making connections, closing deals, getting paid, and showing up for myself and others, authentically.
This might sound simple to you, but for me this is a BIG DEAL.
For so many years, I’ve had to put on my hypothetical corporate hat in all of my dealings.
I’ve never truly felt free to show up authentically as me, which is why I chose Renewal as my theme word for 2023. I’m so glad that I had the foresight to do that because, I’ve been able to arrive at this new place of authenticity by allowing the renewal process to unfold in my life.
I’ve done the work to replace or repair every area that was worn out, run-down, or broken.
I am now heading into the new year and into my new season with full expectancy that it is safe for me to be me…. authentically.
Today, I invite you to take out your journal and simply write down all the things that you are grateful for. Who are you grateful for and what are the things that bring joy to your heart?
Expressing gratitude is the first step in creating your new vision board with purpose and intention.
May your day be filled with love. May you rest if that is what you need. I pray your environment is filled with positivity, creativity and endless opportunities for you to show up as your authentic self.
Today, I want to express my gratitude for your presence as a valued community member of Origins of Peace, LLC.
I believe in the process of Peace by Design to overcome personal and professional conflict and the power that we each have to change our life. Whether you’ve joined this community as a client, customer or someone who simply enjoys reading our newsletters and blog posts, your involvement enriches our community in many ways.
Your support and engagement add value to this community. I am truly grateful for every comment, every share, and every view.
I am committed to providing you with more enriching content and opportunities to connect. Together, we can continue the process of Peace by Design by inspiring you to Heal Recover and Grow!
As we head into the holiday season and prepare for 2024, we are doubling down on our mission to support you and provide products and services that will help you reclaim your peace and choose people, places and situations that support your mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.
Make plans to join us on December 9th at 5:30pm for our Vision Board Party. Your presence is necessary, and admission is absolutely free. Here is the link to join.
I am accepting new clients into my Peace by Design Coaching Program. Two of our programs are currently being offered at a discount of $200 and there is a monthly option available if you prefer group coaching. Here is the link to learn more.
Once again, thank you for being a significant part of our community. I look forward to connecting with you soon.
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