OUT OF FOCUS

 - March 27, 2018

Images are clearly seen with a clear focussed lense. Lack of focus makes the image blurry, distorting the form, shapes and consequently the general silhouette of the object. All of a sudden, what you have is an unclear image which generally throws everything off balance. We expect an image to be a good representation of the actual object but any distortion takes away the visual representation of the very essence of the object.

Focus is important. You have the object in mind which is your personal goal(s) and the image which is a reflection of the rewards gannered by the object. E.g. if you want to become a proffessional e.g. a doctor the professional goal becomes your object. You will need to get the focus to go through school with good grades in order to obtain the image you want which is a successful doctor who is respected in society. Makes sense? Well, lets look at another example….If you want to live in a big house debt free (object) you will have to be disciplined financially (focus) in order to see that dream become a reality and potray the image that the object portrays which is financial independence, success and even wealth….

What happens when we are out of focus? the final image is a distortion of the object…. e.g irresponsibility with finances will lead to debt or stagnation and non attainment of the desired object within the desired time frame. This may give an undesirable image and even lead to discouragement.

So, what am i saying? Focus is a personal decision that will affect the image of the object.

 

What are your thoughts on this?

Have a fantastic week.

Kiria.

 

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CALLED TO BE INFLUENCERS

 - February 14, 2018

Hi all. Happy February. Just wanted to just inspire some thoughts. We all have gifts and talents but at some point in our lives, we ask one important question ‘What am i called to do?’.

I believe we are called to influence others for the glory of God. What differs is our platform that will define our scope of influence. A platform could be a successful businessman, a doctor, a teacher, being a parent etc. We are constantly making personal improvements in our platform to expand our influence. But, the calling is the same. It is true that some may disagree with this. But, when you look at the bottom line, besides being where you are, a doctor, a student, a teacher, a musician, a parent….. what do you notice is the main objective? The ability to influence.

You become the best teacher that you can to influence others or have an impact on people’s lives, you become the best doctor you can be and by doing so you gain authority and ability to influence,  you practice to become the best musician you can be to impact peoples lives with your lyrics or instrumental music. The sole purpose of having these talents and abilities that enable us to florish in our platforms is to glorify God and draw others to Him. In other words,  be role models or influencers…..

 

What are your thoughts on this?

Please don’t hesitate to drop a comment.

Regards,

Kiria.

 

 

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WHAT IS YOUR DEFINITION OF PEACE?

 - January 14, 2018

What is your definition of peace? Is peace the absence of the storm or is it the stillness or calmness in the storm? Imagine this, 13 people are sailing in the boat, suddenly the weather changes. The waves get larger and stronger. They cause the boat to rock from side to side, move up and down. Water enters the boat, causing palpitations,  the reality of capsizing and the possibility of drowning seems more real in that moment. Then, all of a sudden, in the corner of your eye, something strange captures your attention…. Someone is sleeping in the middle of the chaos? Like, REALLY….!!!????  So , someone wakes Him up in a moment of fear of perishing. Guess what, He asks ‘ Why are you afraid , O you little of faith’. Something even more baffling is, He calms the storm…. Do you know who He is? Jesus Christ, the Son of  God. Why did He react like this? What prompted His response?

This concept comes from Matthew 8: 23 – 27. Why did Jesus react this way?

More often than not, we let challenges define who we are, our attitudes and outlook of life. A storm is a temporary situation that causes major challenges in your life. Anything that really can turn your world upside down. The truth is, we can let these temporary moments define us if we are not careful.

A storm is calmest at its center –  the eye of the storm. Even in the midst of chaos, there is an area of total stillness at the centre….. hmmmm

Storms can serve as distractions in our lives. They tend to shift the focus away from God towards the chaos. They are a source of fear and insecurity. Yet, for Jesus, He was not even bothered while the disciples thought that their lives were hanging by a thread. What was the real issue here? Why was He so calm in the midst of a storm? This can be summed up in one word IDENTITY. Jesus is God. He has power over the storms. The disciples in a moment forgot who He is, and that they were in the same boat with God. As long as He is with you, no harm will come to you. They let the outside environment distort their perspectives and ultimately, distract them from the truth, that if you are with Jesus, you can smile at the storm, because you know who He is and whose you are. The storm can be a distraction from the truth. You can easily let it distract you and let a temporary situation give you a false reality and make you even question the love of God or worse still, let fear get rooted in your life. I will pose the question to you again. What is your definition of peace? Is it the abscence of a storm or is it the stillness or calmness in the midst of the storm?

Even as you enter 2018,  remember who you are and whose you are. Happy new year to all.

Regards,

Kiria.

 

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AN ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE.

 - December 8, 2017

There are times we tend to complain alot, see the negative forgetting the good things God has done for us. When we say ‘count your blessings, name them one by one’ we can indeed see the blessings of God that are present but, sometimes we may overlook some. The gift of life, friendship, love, your talents, good health etc are among the many things we should be grateful for. How about the small things that you may miss like getting the parking space you wanted, or getting the last shoe in your size you loved. Some of those are blessings. How about God’s protection from bad things like accidents? God sees beyond what we see. We may overlook some things and not understand some delays. You may wake up late for school or work but you never know, maybe God protected you from an accident. Someone cancels a meeting last minute or you may  miss getting a contract. You never know, it may be God’s way of protecting you or making sure you get His best. Instead of complaining, give thanks to Him because you are in His perfect will. Getting an attitude of gratitude changes your way of seeing things. There is joy in being grateful.  The Bible states that in all things, give thanks. An attitide of gratitude is a reflection of some of the attributes of Jesus.

Have a fantastic week.

Kiria.

In inspiring thoughts

DARE TO BELIEVE.

 - October 21, 2017

Hey guys. It’s been a while since I last posted. But, happy to post again😃. Have you ever dared to believe for something you want? Many times you find yourself wanting to just settle, to get yourself what is comfortably within your reach. It got me thinking,  instead of just wanting the bare minimum dare to break new ground. We limit ourselves by having a negative mindset. Break free from that mindset and break into new territory.

Have a fantastic week.

Kiria.

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STATIONED STRATEGICALLY.

 - September 16, 2017

Hi all. Great to write another post. Strategy is a good thing. The ability to plan ahead, to predict the possible outcomes rigs the outcome to your favour. All of us are strategically placed by God to influence others to Him. God has his agents placed in different areas of life. Your position in the society or in life may not necessarily be a deterrent towards fulfilling the call of God on your life. You may be tempted to think that if you are not famous, or have a title or the most educated or have anything that makes you stand out from the crowd, then you will never have influence. You may be volunteering and you say something that influences someone’s life for the better or towards God. As long as you are at the centre of His will, know that you are strategically placed for His purpose.

Have a fantastic week.

Kiria.

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ALERT…

 - September 3, 2017

Hey guys. just wanted to alert you all that the posting of articles on the blog will not be as frequent as before for a short while as i begin an online magazine. will alert you all when everything is up

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THE SNOWBALL EFFECT.

 - August 27, 2017

You never know the significance of something until you see its potential. Many times, small things appear insignificant and may be ignored. It is the ability to look beyond the current size and see what could be that is intriguing.

Great things start from small things. The small things grow and gather momentum with time. A small crush can lead to marriage which can lead to the creation of a new generation. A word of encouragement can inspire one. The one you inspired with your words can inspire thousands who in turn inspire others. All it took was reaching one person.

We need to change our perspective on what success means. We often look at success in numbers. We may think that if you have influenced only one person, you were not successful because you did not influence 100 people. If you were only able to talk to one person instead of a thousand, the effect is insignificant. That is a lie. One person is still an audience. One person can change the world. One person can make a difference in a generation. All from one person. Reaching one person, inspiring one person means that you have influenced their belief system and their mindset. If this person has the ability to pool 1000 people who are influenced by the same beliefs and ideals, guess what, you have influenced 1001 people by extension. There are some who are called to inspire individuals who will change the world. In your opinion, is one insignificant? To me the answer is NO…. Success starts with taking the first step, reaching one person. Great speakers started by speaking the first word. Great writers start by writing the first word. As long as you can influence someone be sure that your presence will be felt by others. The snowball effect, another measure of success…..

Be blessed.

Kiria.

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UNEXPECTED ANSWERS.

 - August 23, 2017

Life is full of surprises. Anyone can attest to that. Not everything is obvious and the sequence of events may not necessarily be the same for all. What may be perceived as right may actually be wrong. It is important to note that the ‘nos’ in life  are just as valuable as the answer ‘yes’. When you encounter a shut door, an opportunity that under normal circumstances would have been yours, and you persist and insist on openning it without any success, rather than trying to bang the door or break it down, take a step back and ask yourself ‘Was it meant to be?’ We can get so fixated on what we want, blinded by our own desires not knowing that God wants what is best for us. He will not give you anything less than His best. In His protection, He can deny you what you may think is a golden opportunity. God’s ways are higher than ours. He knows what is best for us and in His divine guidance  He will block avenues that will divert you from His perfect will for your life. Hey, taking away an option will force you to go in one direction. Thank God for shut doors because you never know what He protected you from.

Have a fantastic week.

 

Kiria.

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JUST DO IT.

 - August 14, 2017

Just do it. A popular phrase that makes the difference between ordinary and extraordinary.  It may sound or seem simple but it is not. Garnering the courage and strength to go through uncharted territory ain’t no easy task.

When you want to start something new, start a new business, start a new concept, enter into territory that is uncomfortable or unfamiliar,  just do it. Make all the mistakes, fail but you have gained more experiential knowledge than someone who has not ventured there. What do you have to lose? Nothing compared to the valuable lessons learnt. So, step up, step out because life is an adventure full of new experiences and opportunities if you are willing to be open to them. Go for it and don’t look back. You have everything to gain.

Stay inspired guys.

Kiria.

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