I watched an uplifting video with Elder & Sister Bednar. They answered questions that youth all of over the world had for them. Before they began, they pointed out that we should pay attention to what we feel, more than what we hear. In other words, listen to what the holy ghost inspires for your life.
I loved the inspiration I was given! Can you believe it involved potty training?! Elder Bednar expressed that the natural man doesn't want to change. I immediately thought of all the things that were on hold in my life due to being stagnant. Potty training was #1 on the list!
Ethan has been SO emotional about potty training. Imagine melt downs and desperate cries for pull-ups. I kept giving up and decided we would wait for the right time. So, we waited. and waited. and waited. After hearing about the natural man, I decided that I wanted to change and progress.
This might sound silly, but I never thought to pray for help with potty training. It was an obstacle for me, so why didn't it make it to my prayers? I finally prayed for inspiration and help. I also prayed with Ethan, so he could understand that we can pray about anything! Potty training has been a night and day difference!
It is so wonderful and much better in general to have help from the holy ghost. Reading the scriptures with a desire to gain inspiration and praying has helped me to find all sorts of tiny answers lately. Here are some fun ways I have been changing...
I loved the inspiration I was given! Can you believe it involved potty training?! Elder Bednar expressed that the natural man doesn't want to change. I immediately thought of all the things that were on hold in my life due to being stagnant. Potty training was #1 on the list!
Ethan has been SO emotional about potty training. Imagine melt downs and desperate cries for pull-ups. I kept giving up and decided we would wait for the right time. So, we waited. and waited. and waited. After hearing about the natural man, I decided that I wanted to change and progress.
This might sound silly, but I never thought to pray for help with potty training. It was an obstacle for me, so why didn't it make it to my prayers? I finally prayed for inspiration and help. I also prayed with Ethan, so he could understand that we can pray about anything! Potty training has been a night and day difference!
It is so wonderful and much better in general to have help from the holy ghost. Reading the scriptures with a desire to gain inspiration and praying has helped me to find all sorts of tiny answers lately. Here are some fun ways I have been changing...
Healthier Habits
What I am doing to lose the baby weight: being thankful for my body, even right after giving birth, and simply eating in moderation and exercising.
More planned indoor activities
Outdoor activities are easy to plan... unless it's a rainy week! Rain + cabin fever?! Time to potty train, build tents, and bake cookies. Fun fact: the girls at church sold cowgirl cookie mixes to fund their summer camp! <3
Preschool Inspiration
After the kiddos are in bed, I've started using that time to plan preschool lessons for Ethan. Listening to Peter Hollens on YouTube while figuring out how to teach toddlers about dynamics and rhythm is actually pretty fun. Why did it take so long to discover his fantastic music?! Maybe I'll listen to Lindsey Stirling for my outer space lessons :)
The Little Things
I'm thankful for the *little* bits of inspiration that I receive. It helps me feel loved by God when He cares about the tiny details of my life. I want to show Him I care by doing my best at the little things that show devotion to Him as well.