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There's no shortage of promises out there, like tools, trends, gurus, and hacks, where each one claims they can flip your life upside down or side-step you straight to success. But just because something is out there flashing like a neon sign does not mean you should use it, follow it, or whatever with it. It's not necessarily meant for you. However, the real power lies in peeling back all that noise and coming back to what is true; come back to center. This isn't about swallowing the half-truths that momentarily trick you into thinking you know what's next or forcing yourself into a mold that doesn't fit. It's about being brutally real and raw with yourself, knowing who you are and who you are becoming. No fluff. No distractions. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com The endless scramble for what's next breeds a sneaky fear—the fear of missing out. Who wants to feel like they're getting left behind? No one. But here's a little secret you've got to laugh at: you're not missing out by messing up. Yes, messing up! Sometimes the chaos is exactly where the lessons are hiding. So go ahead—giggle a little at the mess, because that's how you know you're showing up, fully present and alive. That's what coming back to center feels like. Stop chasing the next shiny object, sprinting from one distraction to another. Instead, look at where you are right now and where you want to be. Life's too short to miss the messy moments that carry the biggest treasures. The K.I.S.S. ~ Come back to center! Some of the most precious blessings don't come wrapped in perfection. They come through the cracks in the chaos. The sweet spots in the struggle. Come back to center and see them clearly. Take the time to ground yourself. Get honest about your current reality and what's possible from here. Because only when you're truly centered can you make the next move with clarity and confidence. "One step at a time leads to miles of greatness." ~ Kristianne Wargo So stop spinning. Stop chasing. Come back to center. That's where everything real begins. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   #Inspiration #CreateYourNow #DailyMotivation 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com TAKE A.I.M. ~ Action Ignites Motivation  - This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. (https://form.jotform.com/62988215824163) 🙏  Create Your Now TV on Pray.com (https://pray.com) 🎥  Create Your Now on YouTube (https://youtube.com/createyournow) 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶  Create Your Now on iHeart Radio (http://www.iheart.com/show/263-Create-Your-Now-Your-Best/) ✍️  [email protected]  Instagram @CreateYourNow @KristianneWargo Twitter @KristianneWargo @CreateYourNow Facebook www.facebook.com/TheKISSCoach www.facebook.com/CreateYourNow   Cover Art by Jenny Hamson Photo by Canva.com   Music by Mandisa - Overcomer http://www.mandisaofficial.com Song ID: 68209 Song Title: Overcomer Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia Copyright © 2013 Meaux Mercy (BMI) Moody Producer Music (BMI) One Songs (ASCAP) Ariose Music (ASCAP) Universal Music -  Brentwood Benson Publ. (ASCAP) D Soul Music (ASCAP) (adm. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Our lives are flooded with noise—incessant messages screaming for attention, endless notifications begging for a glance, countless demands pulling us in every direction. It's no wonder we feel confused and disoriented, overwhelmed by the mass of distractions that invade even a single hour. Take a moment and absorb the power of silence. Now it's hard to be still in silence. Think about how many alerts, emails, texts, and tasks are stacking up in that tiny slice of time? Usually, we bite off more than we can chew—and then get choked up by the pressure of what's next. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com So, imagine what would happen if you intentionally stepped back and embraced silence—not the kind of silence where you're idle or checked out, but a powerful, purposeful silence where your mind clears and your focus sharpens. The real power of silence is in the intentional pause.  It's choosing to step away from the chaos, the scrambling, and the noise so you can regain control and clarity. This kind of silence fuels concentration—not distraction. It tunes your mindset toward precision rather than panic. It demands intentionality from every decision rather than letting your choices be hijacked by whatever shouts loudest. It ignites focus, determination, and hope, rather than fatigue and confusion. When you harness the power of silence, you're not running from life—you're engaging with it on your own terms. You're setting your own rhythm instead of reacting to the world's frantic speed. The K.I.S.S. ~ Engage with intentional silence every day! So, what are three ways you can embrace and engage this intentional silence every day? Schedule Silence Like a Meeting If you want silence to work for you, you have to treat it seriously. Block a consistent time on your calendar—a span long enough to think, reflect, or strategize without distraction. Guard this time as fiercely as you would a doctor's appointment or an important deadline. Create a Distraction-Free Zone Silence doesn't just mean shutting your lips. It means shutting down the constant digital noise too. Turn off notifications, close unnecessary tabs, and put your phone in another room if you have to. Your environment must support your purpose. Use Silence to Guide Action, Not Avoid It Intentional silence isn't procrastination dressed up as meditation. It's a tool to sharpen your clarity and set your direction. Use the space to prioritize what truly matters and craft your next move with conviction. The point isn't to escape the mess of daily demands—it's to find the quiet space where your mind recalibrates and your will grows strong. When you own this silence, you walk forward with purpose, not reaction. You act with confidence, not hesitation. You decide with courage, not confusion. Silence isn't empty. It's full of power. It gives you the chance to rewrite your story with clarity instead of contradiction. It lights a path through the noise and leads you to where your focus, determination, and hope reside. So don't wait for silence to find you. Seize it. Own it. Use it. Your next level begins when you choose to turn down the volume and tune in to what really matters. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   #MindsetMonday #CreateYourNow #PersonalDevelopment 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com TAKE A.I.M. ~ Action Ignites Motivation  - This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. (https://form.jotform.com/62988215824163) 🙏  Create Your Now TV on Pray.com (https://pray.com) 🎥  Create Your Now on YouTube (https://youtube.com/createyournow) 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶  Create Your Now on iHeart Radio (http://www.iheart.com/show/263-Create-Your-Now-Your-Best/) ✍️  [email protected]  Instagram @CreateYourNow @KristianneWargo Twitter @KristianneWargo @CreateYourNow Facebook www.facebook.com/TheKISSCoach www.facebook.com/CreateYourNow   Cover Art by Jenny Hamson Photo by Canva.com   Music by Mandisa - Overcomer http://www.mandisaofficial.com Song ID: 68209 Song Title: Overcomer Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia Copyright © 2013 Meaux Mercy (BMI) Moody Producer Music (BMI) One Songs (ASCAP) Ariose Music (ASCAP) Universal Music -  Brentwood Benson Publ. (ASCAP) D Soul Music (ASCAP) (adm. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Valentine's weekend invites us to think about love—the kind that fills our hearts and shapes our relationships. But far too often, we get stuck in the world's limited view of love: conditional, transactional, and filtered through our own failures and insecurities. God's love, however, breaks every mold. His love is unconditional, relentless, and sees beyond our flaws. And then, He calls us to love others the same way. Love on purpose. Yet as we know, it's easy to judge others based on our own shortcomings. We carry unhealed wounds, past hurts, and false beliefs about how people should be, often measuring love by performance or appearance. But God doesn't work that way.  "For the Lord sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart" (1 Samuel 16:7). Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com God loves us fully—quirks, warts, mistakes, and all—and asks us to do the same for others.  "Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you" (Ephesians 4:32). When we love on purpose, we love past the surface and beyond judgment. Take Off the Mask What if, this Valentine's weekend, we stopped putting conditions on who deserves our love? What if we stopped expecting others to look or act a certain way before we show them kindness?  "Judge not, that you be not judged" (Matthew 7:1) challenges us to remove those filters and biases. So, take off the mask and see people as God sees them: beloved, valuable, broken, and in need of grace. "Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins" (1 Peter 4:8). This isn't cheap love; it's a deliberate choice to meet others where they are, not where we think they should be. How Would Loving Like God Change Us? When we love unconditionally, our hearts shift. We become more patient, more compassionate, and less reactive. We stop guarding against disappointment and start embracing acceptance.  "Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice. Be kind to one another" (Ephesians 4:31-32). The K.I.S.S. ~ Love on purpose! This kind of love transforms your daily interactions. Instead of reacting from a place of frustration or fear, you get to respond with generosity and hope—because God's love has already covered you, and me. Love Elevated: Beyond a Holiday With it being Valentine's Day weekend, we often focus on romantic love, but God's love reaches far wider and deeper. It invites us to love on purpose—not only those closest to us but also the overlooked, the difficult, and the imperfect. "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another" (John 13:34). Loving like God is the highest calling and the truest gift we can give. Your Next Move Challenge yourself to love without the conditions you normally set. See beyond the mask. Show up for people not because they meet your standards, but because God's love compels you. When you love on purpose, you don't just mirror God's heart—you bring His kingdom here on earth, in the way you live and love every single day. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   #SweetSpirit#CreateYourNow #SoulfulSunday 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com TAKE A.I.M. ~ Action Ignites Motivation  - This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. (https://form.jotform.com/62988215824163) 🙏  Create Your Now TV on Pray.com (https://pray.com) 🎥  Create Your Now on YouTube (https://youtube.com/createyournow) 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶  Create Your Now on iHeart Radio (http://www.iheart.com/show/263-Create-Your-Now-Your-Best/) ✍️  [email protected]  Instagram @CreateYourNow @KristianneWargo Twitter @KristianneWargo @CreateYourNow Facebook www.facebook.com/TheKISSCoach www.facebook.com/CreateYourNow   Cover Art by Jenny Hamson Photo by Canva.com   Music by Mandisa - Overcomer http://www.mandisaofficial.com Song ID: 68209 Song Title: Overcomer Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia Copyright © 2013 Meaux Mercy (BMI) Moody Producer Music (BMI) One Songs (ASCAP) Ariose Music (ASCAP) Universal Music -  Brentwood Benson Publ. (ASCAP) D Soul Music (ASCAP) (adm. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) All rights reserved. Used by permission.

When you hear "sweetness" in love, your mind probably jumps straight to chocolates, flowers, and sparkly gifts. That's the story commercials love to tell us—the more you spend, the brighter your love shines. But the sweetness that melts the heart isn't wrapped in paper or tagged with a price. It's something far rarer, deeper, and more powerful. The real sweetness comes from that raw, vulnerable place inside—the one that says, "I see you. I choose you. I cherish what's only ours." Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com It's not about matching the world's expectations or outdoing the latest Instagram couple. It's about turning your attention from the noise, the flashy gestures, and the "should-dos" to what genuinely feeds your connection. Imagine what would happen if, instead of chasing the next big thing, you created moments only the two of you understand, moments that become a private treasure no one else can touch. The K.I.S.S. ~ Craft a private treasure! Here are three ways a spouse can craft that kind of treasure: Listen Like It's the Easiest Thing in the World Forget multitasking or half-hearing. True sweetness is showing up fully—hearing the unsaid, noticing the small shifts in tone and energy. When you listen deeply, your partner feels seen and safe. That's the kind of richness no store can provide. Create Private Rituals That Echo Your Story Instead of mimicking a checklist of date ideas, build rituals that speak to your history together. Maybe it's a Sunday morning coffee made exactly how your spouse loves it, or a secret handshake that makes only the two of you smile. These seemingly small acts become emotional investments that grow sweeter every time you share them. Speak Your Heart, Even When It's Scary Vulnerability isn't weakness—it's the ultimate form of strength. Sharing your fears, hopes, or a simple "I appreciate you" with no expectation attached builds trust and closeness. That honest connection dissolves walls and melts hearts deeper than any diamond. Life doesn't wait. Every moment you spend chasing the shiny and predictable is a moment you're not deepening the one thing money can't buy: a heart that keeps learning to love your person better. So drop the script everyone else is reading and rewrite your own. Celebrate your love with a sweetness that's not a costume or decoration, but a living, breathing bond only you two can share. That's the sweetness that melts the heart. Sweetness Beyond the Gift by Kristianne Wargo Not in wrapped boxes, ribbons tight, Nor priced tags gleaming in the light. Sweetness blooms where silence speaks, In quiet moments, between heartbeats. It's in the look, the knowing glance, The secret laugh, the stolen dance. Not found in what the world demands, But held within your trembling hands. To listen—truly, deep and slow, Where whispered truths like rivers flow. A ritual shaped by just two souls, A love that mends and quietly holds. Vulnerability, the bravest art, The naked sharing of your heart. Beyond the flash, the grand parade, In simple grace, a bond is made. So turn your eyes from worldly show, Find what only you both know— A sweetness rich, none can divide, The treasure of love found deep inside. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   #RelationshipBuilders #CreateYourNow #LoveAndMarriage 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com TAKE A.I.M. ~ Action Ignites Motivation  - This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. (https://form.jotform.com/62988215824163) 🙏  Create Your Now TV on Pray.com (https://pray.com) 🎥  Create Your Now on YouTube (https://youtube.com/createyournow) 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶  Create Your Now on iHeart Radio (http://www.iheart.com/show/263-Create-Your-Now-Your-Best/) ✍️  [email protected]  Instagram @CreateYourNow @KristianneWargo Twitter @KristianneWargo @CreateYourNow Facebook www.facebook.com/TheKISSCoach www.facebook.com/CreateYourNow   Cover Art by Jenny Hamson Photo by Canva.com   Music by Mandisa - Overcomer http://www.mandisaofficial.com Song ID: 68209 Song Title: Overcomer Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia Copyright © 2013 Meaux Mercy (BMI) Moody Producer Music (BMI) One Songs (ASCAP) Ariose Music (ASCAP) Universal Music -  Brentwood Benson Publ. (ASCAP) D Soul Music (ASCAP) (adm. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Valentine's Day comes around each year like clockwork, bringing with it the usual swirl of red hearts, chocolates, and flowers. But for a mom, these symbols of love can sometimes feel surface-level, like they're missing the real heartbeat beneath all the glitter and sugar. Because the truth is, the kind of love that fills a mother's chest isn't wrapped up neatly in a box or tied with a bow. It's messy, wild, tender, and deeply personal. It's found in late-night cuddles, scraped knees comforted, and whispered "I love you's" that echo long after bedtime—you make my heart so happy! Your child is not just a recipient of love—they are love in motion. Every giggle, every fierce try, every moment of curiosity is a thread woven into the fabric of your heart. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com They carry a collection of unique gifts and talents that make them who they are, and these gifts deserve more than just a nod on Valentine's Day. They deserve to be seen, celebrated, and nourished in ways that build confidence and joy well beyond this single day. As a mom, you know the fierce pride that rises when you watch your child try something new or stand tall despite their fears. You feel it in the small moments—when they share their dreams, offer kindness, or reveal a spark of creativity you didn't see before. This Valentine's Day, lean into that fierce love with intention. Celebrate your child not with candy or flowers but with words and actions that honor the bouquet of talents and heartbeats they bring into your world. The kind of celebration that serves them long term, planting seeds of self-worth and happiness they'll carry through every year to come. The K.I.S.S. ~ Celebrate your child! Here's how you can honor your child's unique light this Valentine's Day—and make their heart just as happy as yours. 1. Write a Love Letter That Speaks Their Language No generic Valentine's card can compare to a letter from you that names exactly what makes your child shine. Write down the moments you saw their courage, kindness, or creativity in action. Be specific: "I loved how you stood up for your friend today," or "Your drawing made me smile because it's so full of imagination." This focused attention tells your child, "I see you—truly and deeply," and that kind of love sticks with them long term. 2. Fill a Love Jar With Affirmations They Can Reach For Anytime Every child needs a reminder they're extraordinary, especially when days feel tough. Fill a jar with little notes of praise, favorite memories, or fun challenges tied to their passions. Whether they pull out a note before a test or on a gloomy day, these bites of encouragement become a portable pep talk from their biggest fan—you. It's an ongoing celebration that keeps on giving. 3. Create a Mini Celebration Around What Makes Them Glow What activities make your child's eyes light up and their smile widen? Maybe solving puzzles, dancing, or helping around the house? Dedicate Valentine's afternoon to that passion. This choice says, "I notice what you love, and you deserve time to do it." When children feel their interests are valued, it builds confidence that outlasts any sweet treat. Valentine's Day is the perfect moment to trade the expected for the exceptional—to tell your child with actions and words that they are deeply loved for exactly who they are and what they bring into the world. Because when you celebrate your child's true gifts, you're planting seeds of pride and joy they'll carry for life. And that's when you say—you make your heart so happy. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   #ConfessionsOfAnUpsetMama #CreateYourNow #TodaysParent 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com TAKE A.I.M. ~ Action Ignites Motivation  - This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. (https://form.jotform.com/62988215824163) 🙏  Create Your Now TV on Pray.com (https://pray.com) 🎥  Create Your Now on YouTube (https://youtube.com/createyournow) 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶  Create Your Now on iHeart Radio (http://www.iheart.com/show/263-Create-Your-Now-Your-Best/) ✍️  [email protected]  Instagram @CreateYourNow @KristianneWargo Twitter @KristianneWargo @CreateYourNow Facebook www.facebook.com/TheKISSCoach www.facebook.com/CreateYourNow   Cover Art by Jenny Hamson Photo by Canva.com   Music by Mandisa - Overcomer http://www.mandisaofficial.com Song ID: 68209 Song Title: Overcomer Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia Copyright © 2013 Meaux Mercy (BMI) Moody Producer Music (BMI) One Songs (ASCAP) Ariose Music (ASCAP) Universal Music -  Brentwood Benson Publ. (ASCAP) D Soul Music (ASCAP) (adm. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) All rights reserved. Used by permission.

It's all too easy to feel crushed when things don't appear to be going our way. We want immediate results with little to no effort. But the reality is, you can't have everything—and that's okay! Because if you did have everything, you'd be perfect. And that would change everything, not just for you but for the world. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com Let's take a bite out of the for a hot minute. Perfection would freeze you in place, robbing you of growth, struggle, and the raw humanity that shapes your unique story. Now you might be wanting to give up that struggle, but remember, beauty comes from pressure. The K.I.S.S. ~ Create your now! So let's cut the nonsense of complaining and comparing. Instead, focus on what you do have. Notice the blessings you're still creating, the work-in-progress that others often miss. See the messy, imperfect, chaotic path, and find within it your hidden treasures — the gifts you're polishing up, the diamonds in the rough only you possess. This isn't a consolation prize. It's the foundation of your one-of-a-kind masterpiece. You don't have to be flawless. You get to be real. You have to be all in on the beautiful, complicated, unfinished work of becoming exactly who you're meant to be; who you are now and who you are becoming. So stop chasing everyone else's journey. Own your journey. Build the living legacy only you can create. Because the world needs YOU! "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   #Inspiration #CreateYourNow #DailyMotivation 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com TAKE A.I.M. ~ Action Ignites Motivation  - This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. (https://form.jotform.com/62988215824163) 🙏  Create Your Now TV on Pray.com (https://pray.com) 🎥  Create Your Now on YouTube (https://youtube.com/createyournow) 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶  Create Your Now on iHeart Radio (http://www.iheart.com/show/263-Create-Your-Now-Your-Best/) ✍️  [email protected]  Instagram @CreateYourNow @KristianneWargo Twitter @KristianneWargo @CreateYourNow Facebook www.facebook.com/TheKISSCoach www.facebook.com/CreateYourNow   Cover Art by Jenny Hamson Photo by Canva.com   Music by Mandisa - Overcomer http://www.mandisaofficial.com Song ID: 68209 Song Title: Overcomer Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia Copyright © 2013 Meaux Mercy (BMI) Moody Producer Music (BMI) One Songs (ASCAP) Ariose Music (ASCAP) Universal Music -  Brentwood Benson Publ. (ASCAP) D Soul Music (ASCAP) (adm. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Nobody's perfect. You won't nail everything every single day, and you sure won't do it perfectly every hour. But perfection isn't the point. Intentionality is. How you create your now shapes every tomorrow. Your "now," the way you choose to spend your minutes and moments, is the wellspring of your entire life. You build your everyday out of small, consistent decisions. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com Some move you closer to where you want to be. Others hold you back, even if you don't realize it. Good habits don't appear overnight. They start as tiny actions that seem almost invisible at first, but over time, they compound. And the best part? When you lean into small daily wins, those good habits become your foundation. The bad habits lose their grip, fading into the background like static noise. This isn't about chasing an impossible, perfect life. It's about crafting YOUR life—step by step—so that light always breaks through, even when the darkness threatens to swallow you whole. The K.I.S.S. ~ Create your now! This happens as good habits become great habits, and the bad ones fade into the past. This opens up the possibilities and opportunities where you can always see the light even though darkness looms. This is not about who you are, but whose you are. There is a bigger picture of who God created you to become. When you walk in your everyday God's way, life looks and feels different. It's never perfect, but there is always a reflection of hope on the other side. So, as we begin to look at the wellspring of your life, what can you do to build simple, intentional actions into your everyday? Own Your Morning Start How you begin your day isn't just how you wake up—it sets the tone for every single thing afterward. Taking 5 minutes to breathe, journal, or study God's Word beats scrolling on your phone first thing. Let all that craziness go. This is your chance to decide how you want to show up: Am I stepping into intentionality, or am I handing it over to distractions? You decide. Make One Choice With Purpose Each hour, ask yourself, "What choice right now moves me forward?" Maybe it's replying to that email, stepping away from distractions to focus, or drinking a glass of water instead of grabbing junk food. These small, purposeful choices build mental muscle. You gain momentum. Your results reflect your intentional actions. Reflect and Adjust Nightly Don't sleep on reflection—it's the secret weapon most miss. Spend a couple of minutes reviewing your day. What worked? What didn't? What will you drop tomorrow? This simple habit keeps you honest and agile. It wins the war on autopilot living and creates space to course correct before mistakes repeat. Here's what you need to know: You don't have to conquer the world today. But in every moment, you get to decide what you create. That adds up. Good becomes great. The past's shadows fade. And what remains is your light—steady and real. The joy that begins to grow is no longer based on your circumstances. The peace that surpasses all understanding is not because of what you've done.  Create your now every day God's way. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   #WellspringWednesday #CreateYourNow #HealthAndWellness 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com TAKE A.I.M. ~ Action Ignites Motivation  - This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. (https://form.jotform.com/62988215824163) 🙏  Create Your Now TV on Pray.com (https://pray.com) 🎥  Create Your Now on YouTube (https://youtube.com/createyournow) 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶  Create Your Now on iHeart Radio (http://www.iheart.com/show/263-Create-Your-Now-Your-Best/) ✍️  [email protected]  Instagram @CreateYourNow @KristianneWargo Twitter @KristianneWargo @CreateYourNow Facebook www.facebook.com/TheKISSCoach www.facebook.com/CreateYourNow   Cover Art by Jenny Hamson Photo by Canva.com   Music by Mandisa - Overcomer http://www.mandisaofficial.com Song ID: 68209 Song Title: Overcomer Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia Copyright © 2013 Meaux Mercy (BMI) Moody Producer Music (BMI) One Songs (ASCAP) Ariose Music (ASCAP) Universal Music -  Brentwood Benson Publ. (ASCAP) D Soul Music (ASCAP) (adm. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Life is a relentless challenge. Sometimes it feels like waves crashing one after another—without a pause. If you pile on extra weight from how you see those waves crashing, you don't just face the storm; you drown in it before your day even begins. Look at your life differently; reframe the frame. Your mind doesn't just observe your reality, it creates it. The frame you choose to see your life through either traps you in frustration or frees you to act with clarity. When everything feels impossible, the difference between sinking and swimming is rewriting that frame. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com You're not some helpless victim to circumstance. Bit by bit, moment by moment, you get to reshape the lens through which you view the chaos. Reframing isn't about denying the struggle—it's about refusing to be defined by it. It's about asking, "What is truly happening here, and what can I choose to see differently right now?" Maybe your project failed, but what did it teach you? Maybe your relationships are fractured, but what part of yourself are you discovering? Maybe your energy is low, but where else can you find a spark to keep going? The K.I.S.S. ~ Reframe the frame! The masterpiece of your life unfolds every day. You hold the brush. Choose your lenses intentionally—whether they highlight wounds or windows, barriers or breakthroughs. Adjust your angle just enough to spot the silver threads hidden in the tangled mess. That's how you find the unexpected beauty buried beneath the struggle. Stop letting your default narrative write itself in misery. Reframe the frame, and suddenly, the chaos looks less like an enemy and more like your raw material. A canvas screaming for your perspective. You don't need a new life. You need a new way of seeing this one. Your move. What frame will you pick today? "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   #Inspiration #CreateYourNow #DailyMotivation 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com TAKE A.I.M. ~ Action Ignites Motivation  - This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. (https://form.jotform.com/62988215824163) 🙏  Create Your Now TV on Pray.com (https://pray.com) 🎥  Create Your Now on YouTube (https://youtube.com/createyournow) 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶  Create Your Now on iHeart Radio (http://www.iheart.com/show/263-Create-Your-Now-Your-Best/) ✍️  [email protected]  Instagram @CreateYourNow @KristianneWargo Twitter @KristianneWargo @CreateYourNow Facebook www.facebook.com/TheKISSCoach www.facebook.com/CreateYourNow   Cover Art by Jenny Hamson Photo by Canva.com   Music by Mandisa - Overcomer http://www.mandisaofficial.com Song ID: 68209 Song Title: Overcomer Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia Copyright © 2013 Meaux Mercy (BMI) Moody Producer Music (BMI) One Songs (ASCAP) Ariose Music (ASCAP) Universal Music -  Brentwood Benson Publ. (ASCAP) D Soul Music (ASCAP) (adm. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Have you ever paused to ask yourself why the goals you once set remain out of reach? Why the plans you carefully crafted seem to unravel, leaving you stuck somewhere between disappointment and confusion? When life doesn't go as planned, the fallout can feel like a long, harsh fall—so disorienting that figuring out the next step seems impossible. And yet, we cling to that single burning desire: to push through and reclaim the path we envisioned. Life rarely bends to our will. Our decisions set a chain of actions in motion, but outcomes depend on factors both within and beyond our control. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com Success or failure isn't just about the choices you make—it's about how you respond when those choices don't deliver the results you aimed for. So, what do you do when things don't pan out? Do you stew in frustration, letting the weight of unmet expectations crush your momentum? Do you quit and move on, chalking the experience up as a loss? Or do you pause long enough to reflect, recalibrate, and then lean back in with fresh resolve? Urgency and looming deadlines can pressure us into rushing through setbacks. It's tempting to sweep failures under the rug and act like they never happened. But life is too short—and your dreams too important—for surface-level fixes. Sometimes, you need to stop right there. Take time to rest. To think. To shift your mindset away from obsessing over the outcome and toward valuing your efforts. Why efforts? Because results can feel like fickle markers of worth. They don't always reflect your hustle, learning, or growth. When you hold tight to your efforts rather than clutching desperately to a specific result, you build resilience. You turn failure into fuel. The K.I.S.S. ~ Turn failure into fuel! And you know that isn't done by quitting. You must hold on to determination and diligence. Here are three straightforward strategies to hold onto determination and diligence—no matter what life throws at you: Pause and Assess: Take a deliberate breath. Acknowledge what went wrong without judgment. This moment of clarity helps you understand your decisions and their impact, so your next action is smarter, not just reactionary. Reframe Failure: Look at failure as a signpost, not a dead-end. It's feedback—valuable data on what didn't work, where the gaps are, and what you can do differently. This mindset reduces fear and opens room for growth. Commit to Consistent Action: Show up every day and chip away at your goals, regardless of setbacks. Determination isn't about giant leaps; it's about faithful persistence. No one reaches greatness overnight. Remember, success isn't a straight line. It's a messy path filled with choices that sometimes lead to stumbles. But those stumbles don't have to define you or your journey. They can teach you, sharpen you, and set you up for an even stronger comeback. So hang tight. Stay focused on the effort you pour in daily, not just the scoreboard. Your next move is ready and waiting—one step at a time. "One step at a time leads to miles of greatness." — Kristianne Wargo "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   #MindsetMonday #CreateYourNow #PersonalDevelopment 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com TAKE A.I.M. ~ Action Ignites Motivation  - This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. (https://form.jotform.com/62988215824163) 🙏  Create Your Now TV on Pray.com (https://pray.com) 🎥  Create Your Now on YouTube (https://youtube.com/createyournow) 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶  Create Your Now on iHeart Radio (http://www.iheart.com/show/263-Create-Your-Now-Your-Best/) ✍️  [email protected]  Instagram @CreateYourNow @KristianneWargo Twitter @KristianneWargo @CreateYourNow Facebook www.facebook.com/TheKISSCoach www.facebook.com/CreateYourNow   Cover Art by Jenny Hamson Photo by Canva.com   Music by Mandisa - Overcomer http://www.mandisaofficial.com Song ID: 68209 Song Title: Overcomer Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia Copyright © 2013 Meaux Mercy (BMI) Moody Producer Music (BMI) One Songs (ASCAP) Ariose Music (ASCAP) Universal Music -  Brentwood Benson Publ. (ASCAP) D Soul Music (ASCAP) (adm. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) All rights reserved. Used by permission.

The final quarter of any game is the ultimate test—the moment when hope and pressure collide. The scoreboard might look grim, and it's tempting to feel worn down or defeated. But true faith pushes past what our eyes see and clings to what God's Word promises. Faith is that quiet, persistent voice inside that says, "The game isn't over yet." When life overwhelms or uncertainty creeps in, anchoring yourself in belief brings endurance and courage. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com Romans 12:12 says, "Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer." This verse reminds us that faith is not passive—it's active trust even when the outcome isn't clear. Today, renew your faith as the ultimate comeback play. Faith requires full surrender. Ask yourself: Where are you holding too tightly? Proverbs 3:5-6 commands, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct your paths." The K.I.S.S. ~ Faith in the fourth quarter! What would happen if you opened your hands and let God take control? The peace described in Philippians 4:7 might just flood your heart: "And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Too often, we clutch life through control—our plans, outcomes, and timing. But God's invitation is clear: "You do not need to carry this alone." Jesus said in Matthew 11:28, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." Walking by faith means stepping into the water where God holds you up (Isaiah 43:2). That's where peace lives, beyond circumstances or scores. So, what would your Super Bowl life look like if you truly gave it to God? When you surrender control and trust His plan, you're always on the winning team. Romans 8:28 promises, "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." Even when things don't go as you expect, God's got you. In the fourth quarter of your story, faith refuses defeat. It fuels a fierce resilience and a confident hope. The game isn't over yet—because God holds the final play, and with Him, victory is always within reach. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   #SweetSpirit #CreateYourNow #SoulfulSunday 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com TAKE A.I.M. ~ Action Ignites Motivation  - This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. (https://form.jotform.com/62988215824163) 🙏  Create Your Now TV on Pray.com (https://pray.com) 🎥  Create Your Now on YouTube (https://youtube.com/createyournow) 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶  Create Your Now on iHeart Radio (http://www.iheart.com/show/263-Create-Your-Now-Your-Best/) ✍️  [email protected]  Instagram @CreateYourNow @KristianneWargo Twitter @KristianneWargo @CreateYourNow Facebook www.facebook.com/TheKISSCoach www.facebook.com/CreateYourNow   Cover Art by Jenny Hamson Photo by Canva.com   Music by Mandisa - Overcomer http://www.mandisaofficial.com Song ID: 68209 Song Title: Overcomer Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia Copyright © 2013 Meaux Mercy (BMI) Moody Producer Music (BMI) One Songs (ASCAP) Ariose Music (ASCAP) Universal Music -  Brentwood Benson Publ. (ASCAP) D Soul Music (ASCAP) (adm. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Marriage isn't a solo journey—it's a coordinated team effort that wins or loses together. Like a quarterback reading his receiver's movements or a pair of dancers moving in perfect harmony, successful marriages require sharp communication, unwavering trust, and an instinctive understanding of each other's needs. When both partners learn to anticipate, adapt, and align their moves toward shared goals, they build an unbeatable marriage—on and off the field. This kind of partnership doesn't happen by accident. It takes practice, commitment, and a game plan that both partners buy into. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com Too often, couples play on different teams or worse, sit out the game altogether because facing reality feels harder than staying on the sidelines. But settling for "not broken enough" means settling for far less than the Super Bowl-caliber marriage you deserve. So, how do you get back in the game and play on the same team again? Here's the truth: it starts with one person willing to make the first move. Since marriage is a team sport, it takes both players to cross the finish line—but the kickoff begins with you. The K.I.S.S. ~ Recommit and win together! Three Action Steps to Recommit and Win Together Spend Meaningful Time Together Put distractions on pause and carve out 30 minutes this weekend for a focused conversation about what matters most—your shared priorities, your feelings, your goals. This isn't small talk, it's game strategy. Listen Deeply Don't just hear words; tune into the unspoken. Pay attention to tone, pauses, and body language. When you listen beyond the surface, you understand your partner's playbook in a way that changes the whole game. Celebrate the Micro Moments Winning isn't just about the big touchdowns. Find and celebrate small wins—a thoughtful gesture, a shared meal, or even a simple "I'm thinking of you" text. Those moments build momentum and remind you you're on the same team. Imagine if more marriages approached their partnership like a team sport—with clear roles, mutual respect, and a shared mission. Families would see less chaos and more cohesiveness because everyone is aligned and playing together. Remember this: It takes one to start, but two to finish. Step onto the field, take the snap, and recommit to playing this game side by side. Your best season yet awaits. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   #RelationshipBuilders #CreateYourNow #LoveAndMarriage 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com TAKE A.I.M. ~ Action Ignites Motivation  - This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. (https://form.jotform.com/62988215824163) 🙏  Create Your Now TV on Pray.com (https://pray.com) 🎥  Create Your Now on YouTube (https://youtube.com/createyournow) 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶  Create Your Now on iHeart Radio (http://www.iheart.com/show/263-Create-Your-Now-Your-Best/) ✍️  [email protected]  Instagram @CreateYourNow @KristianneWargo Twitter @KristianneWargo @CreateYourNow Facebook www.facebook.com/TheKISSCoach www.facebook.com/CreateYourNow   Cover Art by Jenny Hamson Photo by Canva.com   Music by Mandisa - Overcomer http://www.mandisaofficial.com Song ID: 68209 Song Title: Overcomer Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia Copyright © 2013 Meaux Mercy (BMI) Moody Producer Music (BMI) One Songs (ASCAP) Ariose Music (ASCAP) Universal Music -  Brentwood Benson Publ. (ASCAP) D Soul Music (ASCAP) (adm. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Parenting is like running a red zone play in football — the stakes are sky-high, the pressure's crushing, and every move matters more than usual. You're tired, stretched thin, and the margin for error feels paper-thin. It's that relentless zone where kids need you most, but sometimes in red zone parenting, you just want to drop the playbook and cry. No one often says: being a great parent doesn't mean you have to be perfect. The real power comes from showing up as you are—flawed, vulnerable, exhausted—and still choosing love and presence.  Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com When you admit "I'm overwhelmed" or "I don't have it all figured out," you're not falling apart. You're teaching your kids resilience, authenticity, and unconditional love. That honesty is the kind of strength that sticks. If you've been holding it together with duct tape and sheer willpower, this is your permission slip to be real with yourself. Embrace the messiness and give yourself grace in the chaos. The K.I.S.S. ~ Give yourself grace in the chaos! Because ultimately, parenting's toughest moments aren't failures; they're the red zone plays where character is built. Action Steps to Own Your Red Zone Journal Honestly Reflect on a moment recently when the pressure hit hard and you felt ready to lose it. Now, right next to it, write an unshakable truth about how your love, patience, or strength showed up—even if it felt small. This isn't about spinning a sad story—it's about recognizing that in the toughest moments, you still brought something valuable. Set Boundaries Identify one parenting or household responsibility that's bleeding you dry and say "no" or delegate it guilt-free. When you are in that red zone, take away some of the pressure. Notice how just shifting that one thing can lighten your load. Boundaries aren't selfish; they're survival. Say Yes to You Carve out 15 minutes on your calendar for yourself—read, breathe, stretch, or step outside. No apologies and no multitasking. Treat this appointment as non-negotiable. Because if you don't refill your own well, every red zone moment will feel impossible. When the red zone hits—and trust me, it will—remember you aren't alone, and you don't have to be perfect.  Your willingness to show up authentically, test your limits, and ask for what you need is the play that wins every time. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   #ConfessionsOfAnUpsetMama #CreateYourNow #TodaysParent 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com TAKE A.I.M. ~ Action Ignites Motivation  - This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. (https://form.jotform.com/62988215824163) 🙏  Create Your Now TV on Pray.com (https://pray.com) 🎥  Create Your Now on YouTube (https://youtube.com/createyournow) 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶  Create Your Now on iHeart Radio (http://www.iheart.com/show/263-Create-Your-Now-Your-Best/) ✍️  [email protected]  Instagram @CreateYourNow @KristianneWargo Twitter @KristianneWargo @CreateYourNow Facebook www.facebook.com/TheKISSCoach www.facebook.com/CreateYourNow   Cover Art by Jenny Hamson Photo by Canva.com   Music by Mandisa - Overcomer http://www.mandisaofficial.com Song ID: 68209 Song Title: Overcomer Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia Copyright © 2013 Meaux Mercy (BMI) Moody Producer Music (BMI) One Songs (ASCAP) Ariose Music (ASCAP) Universal Music -  Brentwood Benson Publ. (ASCAP) D Soul Music (ASCAP) (adm. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Too often, we're sold the myth that success means shouldering everything solo. You're told to grind, hustle, and prove yourself by pushing harder—alone. But here's the truth: you're not less for needing help. You're smart and strong for building a team you can rely on; find strength in your team. Let's being in the experts of the week: look at Super Bowl quarterbacks. Nobody wins a game without a huddle—a moment when the entire team stops, locks in, and plans the next move.  Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com Your life and business work the same way. Even the toughest, most driven leaders don't go it alone. They have a tribe—a support system that keeps them steady, sparks new ideas, and fires them up when the going gets tough. True strength isn't about going it alone. It's about knowing who's in your corner, trusting them, and leaning on each other to push through roadblocks.  The K.I.S.S. ~ Find strength in your team! That's how momentum builds. That's how breakthroughs happen. So this week, stop trying to carry the weight by yourself. Build your huddle.  Deepen those trusted connections. Share the load, get feedback, and be honest about what you need. Because the score you really want isn't just measured in wins. It's measured in resilience, growth, and the power of coming together. When was the last time you came together, whether for yourself or someone else? "Build your huddle, because strength isn't a solo game; it's a team sport." ~ Kristianne Wargo "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   #Inspiration #CreateYourNow #DailyMotivation 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com TAKE A.I.M. ~ Action Ignites Motivation  - This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. (https://form.jotform.com/62988215824163) 🙏  Create Your Now TV on Pray.com (https://pray.com) 🎥  Create Your Now on YouTube (https://youtube.com/createyournow) 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶  Create Your Now on iHeart Radio (http://www.iheart.com/show/263-Create-Your-Now-Your-Best/) ✍️  [email protected]  Instagram @CreateYourNow @KristianneWargo Twitter @KristianneWargo @CreateYourNow Facebook www.facebook.com/TheKISSCoach www.facebook.com/CreateYourNow   Cover Art by Jenny Hamson Photo by Canva.com   Music by Mandisa - Overcomer http://www.mandisaofficial.com Song ID: 68209 Song Title: Overcomer Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia Copyright © 2013 Meaux Mercy (BMI) Moody Producer Music (BMI) One Songs (ASCAP) Ariose Music (ASCAP) Universal Music -  Brentwood Benson Publ. (ASCAP) D Soul Music (ASCAP) (adm. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Do you want to play like a champion? Then start by treating your mind and body like they actually matter. Because if you're honest with yourself, talent and hustle can only carry you so far when your fuel tank is running on empty, your brain is fogged, and your body is begging for rest. The power of peak performance is not just for the field. So fuel like a champion. The elite football players of the Super Bowl. They don't just show up to practice—they obsess over how they eat, sleep, and recover. That's their secret weapon.  Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com But here's the thing: It's not all about the plays on the field. Yes, it helps you score points, but you have to be able score for it to matter! If your body cannot do it, you will not win! So what if you took the same approach? This isn't about turning your life upside down overnight. It's about making smart, deliberate choices that build your foundation. Health isn't a bonus or something you just get to have. It's the bedrock of everything you want to conquer, whether on the field, in the office, or at home. All the more reason why you must fuel like a champion. The K.I.S.S. ~ Fuel like a champion! First off, I want you to think about what you are currently doing. Are you trying to win the game of life with minimal energy, little rest, and lots of sugar? Or are you being strategic in the manner in which you care for your mind and body? Now I get that there are some grand events happening this week. You've got the start of the Olympics and the Super Bowl.  Who doesn't want to celebrate with good food and drinks?  Do so, but in a manner that won't tear apart your insides or your outsides. Right?!? I mean, come on! Give yourself permission, though, to celebrate with kindness. This week, real commitment means small but strategic shifts that unlock your strength, focus, and resilience. It's your move—are you ready? Action Steps to Fuel Like a Champion Sleep Audit: Start tracking your sleep for a few nights. Use an app, a journal, whatever works—but be honest. Then commit to getting at least 7 hours a night this week. Don't settle for less. Optimal sleep is where recovery begins—it's when your muscles rebuild, your brain clears out mental cobwebs, and your energy tanks refill. "Sleep is the carwash for your body!" ~ Kristianne Wargo Nutrition Swap: Identify one processed or sugary item you grab daily, and replace it with a nutrient-dense alternative. Swap that candy bar for a handful of nuts. Replace soda with infused water or herbal tea. These might seem small, but they add up fast. Your body and brain will reward you with more stamina, sharper focus, and steadier mood swings. Mindful Moments: Dedicate 10 minutes each morning or evening to reset. Try deep breathing, meditation, or gentle stretching. This isn't about zen mastery—it's about clearing your nervous system so stress doesn't pile up and cloud your performance. Consistency here keeps you calm, centered, and ready to execute. Let's be real: ignoring this is just playing with fire. If you want peak performance, then show yourself the same respect that champions do.  This week, lean into these steps. Track your progress, push your limits, and watch what happens when you treat your mind and body like the true MVPs they are. No fluff. No shortcuts. Just real fuel for real results. You've got clarity. Now it's time for action. Keep the momentum going—show up strong, focused, and undefeated. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   #WellnessWednesday #CreateYourNow #HealthAndWellness 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com TAKE A.I.M. ~ Action Ignites Motivation  - This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. (https://form.jotform.com/62988215824163) 🙏  Create Your Now TV on Pray.com (https://pray.com) 🎥  Create Your Now on YouTube (https://youtube.com/createyournow) 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶  Create Your Now on iHeart Radio (http://www.iheart.com/show/263-Create-Your-Now-Your-Best/) ✍️  [email protected]  Instagram @CreateYourNow @KristianneWargo Twitter @KristianneWargo @CreateYourNow Facebook www.facebook.com/TheKISSCoach www.facebook.com/CreateYourNow   Cover Art by Jenny Hamson Photo by Canva.com   Music by Mandisa - Overcomer http://www.mandisaofficial.com Song ID: 68209 Song Title: Overcomer Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia Copyright © 2013 Meaux Mercy (BMI) Moody Producer Music (BMI) One Songs (ASCAP) Ariose Music (ASCAP) Universal Music -  Brentwood Benson Publ. (ASCAP) D Soul Music (ASCAP) (adm. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) All rights reserved. Used by permission.

It's simple to say "thank you" on autopilot or offer gratitude as a social nicety while rushing through life. But when was the last time you really felt it? When did you pause long enough to notice how gratitude reshapes your heart? Gratitude is more than just words. Gratitude isn't just a polite exchange. It's a profound internal shift. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com It softens the rough edges inside—the bitterness, the brokenness—that build up from stress, disappointment, or the grind of daily struggle. Gratitude creates a crack in the wall you've built around yourself, allowing light and connection to flow in. This opening isn't just for others—it's a gift you give yourself. Think about your cup when it's empty. No energy, no hope, no joy. Gratitude is like a quiet refill, no flashy fireworks but an undeniable boost. It doesn't just fill the cup; it strengthens the walls, making you more resilient, more peaceful, more present. The K.I.S.S. ~ More than just words! Finding gratitude every day doesn't need to be complicated. It can be a small moment—a breath, a smile, a thank you whisper to your own soul. But done consistently, it rewires your perspective, turning what once felt heavy into something lighter, more manageable. The invitation is simple: Don't wait for a perfect reason to be grateful. Find the cracks where light can come in today. Let gratitude do the hard work of healing—and watch what happens to your heart. Gratitude's Gift by Kristianne Wargo Gratitude unclenches fists once tight, Soften edges carved by fight or flight. It's a quiet key, no grand parade, That opens locked doors where shadows stayed. A cup once empty, parched, and dry, Receives this gift, a wellspring high. Not just for others, but for your soul— Gratitude fills and makes you whole. It's the grace in a simple "thank you" said, The light that brightens where doubt once tread. A balm for hearts weathered and worn— In daily thanks, a new dawn is born. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   #Inspiration #CreateYourNow #DailyMotivation 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com TAKE A.I.M. ~ Action Ignites Motivation  - This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. (https://form.jotform.com/62988215824163) 🙏  Create Your Now TV on Pray.com (https://pray.com) 🎥  Create Your Now on YouTube (https://youtube.com/createyournow) 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶  Create Your Now on iHeart Radio (http://www.iheart.com/show/263-Create-Your-Now-Your-Best/) ✍️  [email protected]  Instagram @CreateYourNow @KristianneWargo Twitter @KristianneWargo @CreateYourNow Facebook www.facebook.com/TheKISSCoach www.facebook.com/CreateYourNow   Cover Art by Jenny Hamson Photo by Canva.com   Music by Mandisa - Overcomer http://www.mandisaofficial.com Song ID: 68209 Song Title: Overcomer Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia Copyright © 2013 Meaux Mercy (BMI) Moody Producer Music (BMI) One Songs (ASCAP) Ariose Music (ASCAP) Universal Music -  Brentwood Benson Publ. (ASCAP) D Soul Music (ASCAP) (adm. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) All rights reserved. Used by permission.