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Monthly Challenge: My One A Day


As part of "The Power of Less" I've set monthly challenges.  Each month, I single out a new habit.  

January I chose reading a Proverb a day plus a few other passages.  
Today was so encouraging!  Instruction and devotion I think are the keys to wisdom.  "Though it cost all you have...."

"Get wisdom, get understanding;
   do not forget my words or swerve from them.
 Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you;
   love her, and she will watch over you. Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom.
   Though it cost all you have, get understanding.
"Proverbs 4:5-7

February an attempt to de-junk.   
My challenge to myself was to throw five things away at home and at my office.  I feel like I'm suffocating in an avalanche of papers.   

I was reminded of something that I read once.  
Only handle paper one time to throw it away or file it.

March.  How appropriate...my challenge is walk/march ten minutes a day.  
More is better but ten minutes walking a day is minimum.
 
 Continuing and strengthening habits while integrating new habits each month.  
One day at a time.  One month at a time.

 

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