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Purpose For Your Life
by Carol Bremner/Online Media Trainer and Strategist
From her corner of the Internet, Carol will bring you motivation, focus, productivity, and success stories to get you out of your comfort zone and to become all that you were meant to be. Once a month we will also talk about technology tools to help you toward your goals.
Episodes
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[Podcast] Our Perception of People Governs Our Actions
I've been thinking these days about how our perception of people changes when we allow ourselves to get to know them. Prefer to read? The content continues below: I read about a woman who was wrongly convicted of murder and spent a number of years on death row. She said the guards weren't allowed...
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[Podcast] The Troll Under the Bridge
When we bought our house it was listed as a fixer-upper since it was so long since it had been properly cared for. Once we started cleaning, we discovered many high-end feature that the builder had included, but because of neglect and abuse, it was hard to tell. Prefer to read? The content...
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[Podcast] Not Shaken By The Storm
These days, many of the conversations around me center on questions about Covid. What are the numbers for today? What phase are we in? What about school and work? What about..? What if ….? I don't know about you, but those conversations make me feel like I'm on a little, storm-tossed boat and the...
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[Podcast] Different
Have you heard of Jessica Cox, the world's first licensed armless pilot, as well as the first armless black-belt in the American Taekwondo Association. Prefer to read? The text continues below: Jessica was born in 1983 and due to a rare birth defect, she was born without arms. In spite of that,...
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[Podcast] When the Banks Closed
I'm reading a book about the Depression called 'We Had Everything But Money'. One chapter is titled 'When the Banks Closed, Our Hearts Opened'. Even though the hard times our world is experiencing right now are different from those of the depression, there are a lot of lessons we can learn from…
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[Podcast] Victory Over Fear
60 years after the war ended, two old men emerged from the dense jungle of a Philippine island and declared they were soldiers. What does that have to do with us today? Prefer to read? The text is below: The Japanese men, both in their 80s, said they had been hiding on the island after being...
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[Podcast] Climb the Mountains In Your Way
I do a lot of reading and gathering stories, and I'm afraid that this time I forgot to write down the original source so I can give proper credit. This story has two parts and I'll finish off with one of my own. Prefer to read? Here ya go: While a man was driving down a country road, he lost...
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Remember The Duck
The following story about the duck comes from the book "Will Daylight Come" by Richard Hoefler. It goes like this: Prefer to read? A little boy visiting his grandparents was given his first slingshot. Johnny practiced in the woods, but he could never hit his target. As he came back to Grandma's...
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The Mouse Trap
Have you ever heard the story of The Mouse Trap ( author unknown)? It goes like this, with my thoughts added afterwards: Prefer to Read? A mouse looked through the crack in the wall to see the farmer and his wife open a package. "What food might this contain?" the mouse wondered. He was…
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Facing Fear Because He Lives
Fear is a very present part of our lives at one time or another and can't be avoided. But how we deal with fear can make all the difference. Wishing you peace and joy in spite of everything going on around us, Carol
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Good Friday Wish and the Black Dot
On this Good Friday, my hope is that you will take your eyes off the black dot, no matter how big it may seem and appreciate the reason this is called Good Friday. Prefer to read? Most of the content is below: The Black Dot – Author Unknown One day, a professor entered his classroom and asked his...
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But God Has Promised
These days I think we all need a little encouragement. On this podcast I mention how I start my mornings to add some positivity to my life and I mention a hymn that has helped me many times. The words for it are written below. God hath not promised skies always blue, Flower-strewn pathways all…
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Contentment
These days it's cold and dreary here in Southern Ontario, Canada and I'm wishing I were somewhere else. It reminded me of something I read in a book called "Calm My Anxious Heart" by Linda Dillow It goes like this: Prefer to read the content? "It was spring but it was summer I wanted; the warm…
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The Little Bird
Have you heard the story of the little bird before? Here are my thoughts on it and our reactions to the things that happen in our lives, especially now, as we make choices about the ways we respond to our circumstances. Prefer to Read? The podcast content continues below: A little bird was flying...
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Your Philosophy of Life
Often we hear things repeated, or we read about them online and we take it for granted that whatever it is must be true. But in this age of rampant false information, we need to take the extra time to check our facts. Prefer to Read the Rest of the Content? For instance, I found a quiz that I...
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The Power of Our Thoughts
Have you ever considered how much the things we think about affect our lives, either positively or negatively? Prefer to read the rest of the content? Famed physician Ben Carson had an uncontrolled temper as a young man, to the point that he almost hit his mother. Ben did hit a boy in the hallway...
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One Day At a Time
A few weeks ago I turned 71 and now find myself much more reflective than ever before. Where has the time gone? Did I waste it or use it wisely? Do I even remember how I spent all those years that are now behind me? Prefer to read the rest of the content? Sometimes there's regret for things I...
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Lessons From the Birds
Have you noticed how much we can learn from birds? In this episode of Purpose For Your Life, we can learn some lessons from ducks and geese and how they take care of one another. Then we look at eagles and some of the many times eagles are mentioned in the Bible and why. I hope when you finish...
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Perseverance In the Face of Defeat
Hi there, I finally got around to creating another podcast. I think I need to take some lessons in perseverance myself. I hope you enjoy this week's story of Richard Montañez, and his journey from poverty to success. Do you have your own success story? It may not be as drastic of a life journey…
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Imagine the Possibilities With Technology
I get so excited by all of the possibilities that technology offers, especially for people who may feel at a disadvantage because of their health, background, or age. I had the chance to talk about that at the LEAP online summit where I was interviewed and wanted to share part of it with you....
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When Technology Is a Blessing
Have you ever thought of technology as a blessing? There are times it is, as you'll hear in this short podcast episode. What is your favorite piece of technology? Why? Do you have any exciting or funny experiences you could share with us about dealing with technology? Just comment below so we can...
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The Stolen Van
This week's podcast talks about the fact that we often see only the immediate situation, but God's thoughts and planning for us, embrace eternity. The story of the stolen van is one I read in a book called "Voices of the Faithful" by Beth Moore. I hope it encourages you, no matter what your…
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Feeling Unmotivated?
This time of year can be hard for a lot of people. Too much rain, not warm enough, not enough sun. At least in my part of Canada, that's the case. So I created a quick little podcast about what we can do when we feel unmotivated. I'd love to hear your thoughts. Carol
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Volunteering Benefits You
What happens when we take our eyes off of ourselves and our aches and pains and start to look at the needs of those around us. You will grow and change in the process. If you prefer, you can watch the video by clicking here. Have a great day, Carol
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The Sun Does Shine
Podcast Episode Highlights: The Sun Does Shine is the true story of Anthony Ray Hinton, convicted of murders he did not commit and sentenced to die. Ray spent almost thirty years on Death Row until finally being found innocent and released in 2015. His story is one of endurance and faith in the...
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The Power of Perseverance
These are the notes from today's podcast: Perseverance Quiz – Who are these people based on the hints about them? Listen to the podcast to find out who they are. 1. ? Too short and clumsy to play basketball ? Cut from the varsity basketball team ? Missed more than 9,000 shots and lost almost 300...
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The Legacy We Leave
Have you ever thought about what people will say when the day arrives that you leave this earth? My mother passed away exactly one month ago now and it made me consider again this quote by Lin Yutang: "Belief in our mortality, the sense that we are eventually going to crack up and be extinguished...
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Broken Strings and Second Chances
Notes From the Podcast episode: Excerpt from 'Come Away My Beloved' daily devotional: "Will you be like an instrument with broken strings from which the musician can bring forth no music?" The important thing isn't that we stay so strong that we never break How do we react when we feel broken?…
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Blessings From Your Past
Download the episode here Notes from this episode: Have you had a dream for your future that you think is lost because of things that have happened in your life? Story of Moses: born to an Israelite family, raised by Pharaoh's daughter in the palace as her son. at 40 years old, lost his temper…
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Who Cares
Notes from this podcast episode: Portion from 'The Finishing Touch' by Charles Swindoll, called 'Who Cares'. Tells the story of a derelict who was found on the streets and later died The surprising name of who that drunken bum really was. I won't spoil it for you, you'll have to listen to the...
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Bright, Shiny Objects
Sorry that this Monday Motivation is going out on Tuesday. I spent the day with visiting family yesterday and was too tired to turn my computer on when I got home. Notes From This Episode: What are bright, shiny objects? My experience with them and all my excuses Intentions are not enough How I'm...
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Lessons From the Ditchdigger's Daughters
Download the episode here Notes From This Episode: My motivation for today is from a book that was later made into a movie. In 1950s, father was a ditchdigger and mother a cleaning lady and they had six daughters. He wanted them to have a good education and a better life. Believed always…
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Finding Your Potential
Download the episode here Show Notes From This Episode: Get out of your comfort zone because people need what you know. Take a big sheet of paper and list the following: All the things, large or small, that you know how to do. They might be easy for you, but not for everyone. All the experiences...
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Benefit of Change
Notes from this episode: If you're feeling under the weather, you need to take time off and rest, but it might be hard to get motivated again. This is how I got away from the computer, did something new, and changed my environment. If you're stuck and not sure how to get going again, try a...
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No More Excuses
Notes about this episode: Too old, too tired, physical problems - all those excuses we give ourselves. Take some inspiration from Aaron (Wheelz) Fotheringham and click on the video at the top of his page http://www.aaronfotheringham.com/ (You'll see some photos at the top and one of them is the...
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Gaining Clarity Exercise
Download the episode here Notes from this episode: Brain Fitness Expert Tip - An easy exercise that does something to the connectors in your brain. It wakes up your brain, helps listening and makes you better able to focus. Start at the top of your ears and knead them gently from top to bottom,...
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Never Too Old and Never Too Late
Notes from this episode: Quote from Antoine de Saint Exupery and why it made me sad when I first heard it. don't let the clay harden, waken the potential that you were given in the beginning take a risk and get out of your comfort zone the regret of a 90 year old What have you been putting off?…
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Focus On The Good Things
Notes from today's episode: Who do you hang out with? The kind of companions you have will influence you. Negative people will rub off on you. Philippians 4:8 encourages us to think about whatever is true, honorable, just, commendable, and excellent. When we worry, we lose our focus. By thinking...
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We Can't Do It Alone
Notes from today's episode: As well as goals we need accountability and people to encourage us to keep going Ecclesiastes 4: 9 and 10: "Two can accomplish more than twice as much as one ...." what another person can do for us why we get in trouble when we try to go it alone we need each other...
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Ice Water and Hope
Notes from this episode: story from the book 'When Your Past Is Hurting Your Present' by Sue Augustine experiment done with two groups of people who had to hold their hands in ice water for three minutes results for the group that had hope they could make it Encouraging you to live the life you...
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Our Controlling Thoughts
Download the episode here Notes About the Episode: why you need to be careful about what you think a basketball experiment and the results of visualization
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Dealing With Negative Comments
Points covered in this episode: why I haven't been doing videos as much how the comments and actions of others can affect us my experience on the registration desk of a social media event regardless of age you have a lot to offer don't listen to what other people have to say, do what you've been...
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Knowing Too Much
Show Notes: story of a man in Bangladesh who helps women start their own businesses why he doesn't teach them how the perils of knowing too much his one requirement - self-confidence and a team 98% of the women pay back the loans get going gather a support group Have a great week and be the best...
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Success In Spite of Challenging Beginnings
Show Notes: To be successful, do you need to have money, intelligence, connections, everything going for you? Read biographies and that is not the case In 1966, this man dropped out of school because of a learning disability Then started a student magazine and sold advertising Four years later...
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Be Thankful
Download the episode here Show Notes: Reading of I Thessalonians. 5:18a Give thanks in all circumstances because you can't be negative and be thankful at the same time. The experiences of my husband and I when we volunteer at the local homeless shelter and the thankfulness of an elderly man. Have…
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Recognizing Your Abilities
Download the episode here Reading my Bible in the morning and singing a bit helps me to have a more positive start to my day. Consider this verse: Romans 12:6 says "God has given each of us the ability to do certain things well." We don't realize that and think everyone can do those things, but...
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Most Richly Blessed
Download the episode here Welcome to my new podcast! I'm planning to release a new episode every Monday. Below are the show notes. I hope you enjoy this new feature. Most Richly Blessed I asked God for strength, that I might achieve. I was made weak, that I might learn humbly to obey. I asked for...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
From her corner of the Internet, Carol will bring you motivation, focus, productivity, and success stories to get you out of your comfort zone and to become all that you were meant to be. Once a month we will also talk about technology tools to help you toward your goals.
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Carol Bremner/Online Media Trainer and Strategist
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