3899 Your Heart is the Anchor

The holiday season is notorious for turning you into a checklist machine. You wake up with a mental rundown of what must be done: complete Cyber purchases, groceries, school events, meal prep, work deadlines, holiday gatherings, gift wrapping, and on and on. By the time Tuesday is here, that list is already gnawing at your energy and your spirit. You're already wiped out just thinking about the week ahead. Sound too familiar? Well, here's your escape: Your to-do list does not anchor your life—your heart is the anchor. Psalm 46:10 reminds us to "Be still, and know that I am God." Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com Stillness isn't about ignoring responsibilities. It's about pausing in the chaos to reconnect with what truly grounds you. It's not the frantic crossing off of tasks that fuels you—it's the quiet connection to yourself and those you love. When did you take a moment over these past few days to take in the beauty that surrounded you?  Max Lucado once wrote, "You were made to be loved. You were made to love." When you lose touch with your heart, you lose touch with the very purpose that carries you through the overwhelm. Your presence—the real you, not the spinning to-do list version—is what matters. The K.I.S.S. ~ Your heart is the anchor! Zig Ziglar nailed it when he said, "Your attitude, not your aptitude, will determine your altitude." When the weight of the holiday hustle presses down, your mindset is the rudder. Choose to see your heart as the anchor. Choose presence. This week, before you dive into the endless lists, take a moment. Pause. Breathe. Feel your feet on the ground, your hands holding someone you love, your heart beating strong beneath it all. Your to-do list will still be there tomorrow. But your heart? That's what will keep you steady, strong, and fully alive to whatever comes next. No more burying yourself in excuses or drowning in overwhelm. Your heart is your power. Anchor there first—and find the peace in your presence for today. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   #Inspiration #CreateYourNow #DailyMotivation 💍 The Christmas Ring by Karen Kingsbury: (https://karenkingsbury.com) 🔔 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.