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By Wayne Russell
6/10/12
What makes you tick? I recently posed this question to some friends. Before asking the question I had never really contemplated on what make me tick. As I pondered this question, I began dividing my life into four primary parts: physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual.
Physically: A Good Breakfast
I used to skip breakfast and have a large snack around 9:00 a.m. However, since being married, Misty and I have made it a habit to eat a good breakfast every morning. I prepare breakfast and Misty enjoys it with me, even though it means her getting out of bed earlier than she normally would have to. Now, if I skip breakfast to fast for a doctor appointment, I suffer! My body is programmed to eat within 30 minutes of waking up. I also credit my 50 pound weight loss, in part, to starting the day off right each morning. Your metabolism begins within 30 minutes of starting your day - give it something to work with!
Emotionally: Family Relationships
Coming home to Misty and the kids definitely keeps me sane. Some days I cannot wait to walk through the door and see Livia with a smile on her face and a baby doll in her arms. Misty is always a breath of fresh air. I do not know if I would emotionally survive in another career - I need summer breaks! I need extended time to create memories with my family.
Mentally: Writing
I cannot say that I have always been a writer. You won't find dozens of inked journals on our bookshelves. Going through school I always seemed to have my writing included in yearbooks, but never viewed myself as much of a writer. It simply was a school subject and I wanted to be good at it. However, over the past few years I have really enjoyed placing thoughts on paper. I have discovered that by getting thoughts out I no longer need to entertain them in my mind. Writing frees me up to think about other things, either new topics or going deeper within recurring themes.
Spiritually: A Relationship with Jesus
I have been connected with the church since birth. However, it wasn't until I was a teenager that I made that personal decision to follow Jesus. I have never looked back and keep looking forward with anticipation about how my relationship with Jesus will become more intimate. I have always preached that religion will not save me; only a relationship will. Jesus plus nothing equals everything!
Consider what makes you tick? What drives you?
Cheers!