We are very excited to share our conversation with Jeremy Rosell with you. He and his wife Christina are living their dream of creating a wedding and events experience for people so that their dreams can come true. As they follow divine inspiration and invite others into their story, we all are blessed by their passion for positive impact. Although we did not get a chance to include Christina in this interview, I am sure we will get to know her more in the future.

In talking with Jeremy, it’s easy to see how God has planted in him a passion for people, what’s not initially obvious, is the perseverance that he has developed over the years. We are grateful for his willingness to share just a little about his story. There is so much more that we are excited to share in future episodes.

We discussed briefly Angela Duckworth’s research and book titled “Grit”. Check out this 6-minute TED Talk. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H14bBuluwB8&t=206s

As Jeremy and I peeled back more of his story, we see how faith plays a part in the realization of your dream. There are many times in Jeremy’s life where faith produced the passion and perseverance that resulted in a dream coming true. We see these same beliefs supported by the teaching of Jesus as he responds to questions from his disciples.https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2017:20-21&version=NIV

https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+21%3A21-22&version=NIV

We also see the power of a team as Jeremy and Christina encourage, support, and inspire each other by committing to their dreams, believing they can achieve them, and asking the tough questions when they need to be asked.

Study this article from Harvard Business Review on how you can develop your own growth and that of those around you through connecting with others.

https://hbr.org/2016/01/we-learn-more-when-we-learn-together

Take a few minutes to view this video on The Power of Mentorship by Rob Dial. He suggests the help of a mentor will collapse time helping you get to your destination much sooner. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcTtQ9iu0TU

God inspired Paul to write a letter to the early church in Rome. Many of the concepts Jeremy shared with us are expressed in a few verses from this letter.

“Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance, perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, Because God has poured out his love into our hearts be the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us.” Romans 5: 1-5

Thank you, Jeremy and Christina, for sharing your dream with us!

Connect with Jeremy and Christina

ThePineryEvents@gmail.com

https://www.instagram.com/thepineryevents/

Connect with True North Development

https://www.truenorthdevelopment.co/

Our topic is Self-Discipline, and our guest is Lindsey Attaway. Although we may see Lindseyas person who embodies this ideal, she believes it is a skill she is “consistently striving for” as it is a never-ending pursuit.

Thank you, Lindsey, for sharing so much of yourself with us. Your humility and self-awareness are some of the many ways you demonstrate your commitment to personal development.

For those who are hungry to learn about this topic, here are a couple of resources.

https://www.ligonier.org/learn/articles/what-self-discipline (6-min read)

https://www.berkeleywellbeing.com/self-discipline.html (8 to 10 min read)

Dive deeper into the science of self-discipline with Chris Williamson and Andrew Huberman.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8OHYynw7Yh4

What motivates a person to make changes in their lives through self-discipline? In Lindsey’s case, a life experience left her feeling a way she didn’t like so she started searching for an outlet and found exercise and strength training.

I am a big supporter of physical fitness for many reasons. To stay focused on this topic, leaning into workouts that are uncomfortable and grow our bodies impact all aspects of our being. See this article on the impact exercise has on mental health. (4-minute read)

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/02/well/mind/exercise-mental-health-cognition.html

Lindsey self-development story includes bouts with failure. In her view, failure is an opportunity to learn and adapt. As she shares some of hers, we can see how positive it is when we embrace it and learn from it.

Failure is Necessary - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHIsMGDaeFw

As an intentional strategy, Lindsey makes decisions in advance as to what habits she wants to engage in and then prepares in advance to set herself up for success limiting opportunities for her mind and emotions to get in the way of engaging in the healthy habits she has in mind. New habits become second nature as we practice them setting us up for “Habit Stacking” which James Clear speaks to in his book, Atomic Habits.

How to get 1% better - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_nzqnXWvSo

Lindsey says you can find your motivation to do the things you want to do ultimately by knowing your why! What is your greater purpose. Who are the people you care about you will be able to serve better? How will growing your confidence and impact affect those around you?

“The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” – Mark Twain

Connect with Lindsey

- https://www.instagram.com/lindssea/

- https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindseyattaway/

Additional Resources

- https://www.wisdomonline.org/blog/self-control/

- https://andyfrisella.com/

- https://www.entrepreneur.com/living/how-this-entrepreneur-overcame-anxiety-attacks-and-turned/322617

Connect with True North Development

- https://www.truenorthdevelopment.co/

We are deeply grateful to our guest today, Mike Barber, for sharing the wisdom and experience that 50 years as a Professional Financial Advisor has provided him. Our topic today is Stewardship and as he shared his story with us, it’s easy to see how God uses His word, the people in our lives and situations we walk through to build our story and impact the people around us.

Here are a couple of definitions of stewardship;

Charles Bugg – Christianity.com: Utilizing and managing all resources God provides for the glory of God and the betterment of His creation.

Merriam-Webster: the careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care.

As a reflection on Mike’s story, I can see many “Archie Bunkers” in my life who in hindsight, had great impact on my future, that in the moment, I was blind to or just did not want to see. In Paul’s first letter to the people in the church in Corinth, he wrote;

“But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong.” 1 Corinthians 1:27

Can we open our eyes to this possibility? That we don’t always know what is best for us and the people around us who we are likely to label as wrong, bad or ignorant may have the most to teach us?

The Parable of the Talents we were referring to.

• https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2025:14-30&version=ESV
• Simple Video Explanation - https://youtu.be/vQ_RLvvpeNU?si=-Mt_v2oWSprhH-RI

The other impactful message for me in Mike’s story is the fact that when he started out, he didn’t really enjoy the work, and it didn’t really pay very well, however as he shifted gears in his mindset and became a student who developed skill, his love for the work blossomed into a 50-year career that has enabled him to have a significant impact in the lives of thousands of people, including the generations to come. Check out this article on the subject. https://www.goalcast.com/unlock-potential-3-keys-harnessing-hidden-aptitudes/

Our discussion led to evaluating the biblical example of Joseph as steward.

• The Story of Joseph (a video summary)
• https://youtu.be/4FuphiEjg4g?si=4wVreOKlg3JlToKu
• A Study of Joseph
• https://www.biblestudytools.com/bible-stories/the-bible-story-of-joseph.html

Resource:

• https://kingdomadvisors.com/find-a-cka

Connect with Mike.

https://barberassociatesfinancial.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbermike/

Phone: 352-245-6817

Connect with Greg & True North Development LLC

https://www.truenorthdevelopment.co/

https://www.youtube.com/@TrueNorthDevelop

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Transformation is possible for all of us! We can move away from a life that is driven by the desire to fit in and the acceptance of society toward a life of purpose, significance and deep fulfillment. How we move through this process and whether we step into a higher calling is impacted by the choices we make every day.

Matt and Jessica Hepner have made the choice to yield to the higher calling in their lives. Yes, transformation is a process and it happens over a long period of time however at some point, we have to make the decision to leave our lives that are focused on comfort and acceptance of the people in the world around us, and yield to the calling on our lives which brings struggle and discomfort that strengthens us and prepares us to live the life of significance we were created to.

Here are some of the key points in this conversation.

• Be in the story! God is still writing it. For Matt and Jessica their story involves creating a library where people can learn about God together, and care for each other. Matt calls it Vibin 😊
• Live in your purpose! The bible says we have a Holy Calling. What is yours? How do you find it? What does it take to step into it? Various Verses with Commentary https://scripturesavvy.com/bible-verses-about-calling/
• We can chase the worldly definition of success; however, it will leave us unsatisfied, unfulfilled, and living a life that is meaningless.
• Transformation happens over a long period of time by making one small change at a time. You become the collection of your daily habits. Like Matt and Jessica’s food forest, we cultivate one piece at a time for an hour or two a day and years down the line, we get to enjoy a vibrant and self-sustaining ecosystem that is thriving and will continue to impact the lives of countless humans. Tiny Changes that Create Remarkable Results https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gdkBt9it84
• The conscious care of your body, soul, and spirit is significant. When one area is out of balance, they are all out of balance. If we want to live in our potential, we must develop habits that maintain optimal health in each of these areas.
• You are weird! People will say it. The average person in this world will never step into this space we are talking about. Just know that any person that has responded to a life of significance by stepping into their calling will be greeted by people who will try to discourage them. The reasons why will remain a mystery.
• One of the most impactful processes in transformation is the continuous renewing of the mind. Caroline Leaf: What is Your “Mind”? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04rjdSiVKHI

You can connect with the Hepners and the Standard Coffee Shop family.

https://www.thestandardclcl.com/

https://www.instagram.com/thestandardclcl/

Get started on your journey of transformation with us: https://www.truenorthdevelopment.co/

Really knowing yourself, how you are “wired” and creating a life that empowers you to live in your divine purpose can bring you to a whole new level of fulfillment and impact! Brian and Greg discuss various aspects and experiences on this subject. Some people know who they are and what their life’s purpose is early on, others never find it, then there are the rest of us who experience it as a transformation process.

Our guest today is Brian Williams who is a leader and teacher in our community, having a significant impact as a local Realtor® walking alongside and loving people who are exploring new possibilities in real estate. Brian shares his experiences in personal development,specifically in the area of purpose. Finding it, living in it, and facing the challenges of becoming the person you were created to be.

Here are some of the key points in this conversation.

- The transformation personal development brings is driven by the renewal of our minds.

Romans 12:2 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=romans%2012:2&version=NIV ;

Caroline Leaf: What is Your “Mind”? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04rjdSiVKHI

- The process of renewal involves taking our thoughts captive and rejecting those mistruths that our mind wants to “ruminate” on.

- Hope is the foundational quality of all change. It’s the great activator which defeats anxiety, depression and boredom.

Hope is the Power - Zig Ziglar https://youtu.be/SxkJRfn-7M0?si=E1H3VN98hjD5D0gS

- Understanding who we were created to be and stepping into that space can be an intentional effort that brings energy, joy and peace to our lives while positively impacting all those we encounter. Regardless of what our job is or what social environments we interact in, we can operate in our giftedness.

https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/type-descriptions/

https://www.16personalities.com/

https://www.mydiscprofile.com/en-us/

- If we are not intentional about discovering and walking in our purpose, social influences can shape us in ways that do not serve us.

- Having accountability partners, mentors and coaches in your life can be a catalyst to lasting movement toward a life of meaning and purpose.

https://www.goalcast.com/what-is-an-accountability-partner-how-to-choose-yours/

What does it mean to be a mentor? https://youtu.be/lFUXtURI-Dk?si=5C9wr9jFRpwQg1sS

https://www.mindtools.com/a1plnmq/what-is-coaching

- Courage is demonstrated when a person is willing to try something new while they are fearful of failure.

Connect with Brian:

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553157420856

https://www.instagram.com/brian_williams_fl/

brianwilliams2205@gmail.com

https://brianwilliams.thekranzgroup.com

True North Development:

https://www.truenorthdevelopment.co/