Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

Some of your own patterns are quietly working against you. They're tangled up in your daily routine, entrenched so deeply that you don't even notice when they sabotage your progress. If your life's been so busy you forget what happened ten minutes ago, that's exactly why these patterns slip under your radar. Stop defending your comfort zone. Here's the cold truth—your brain defends these patterns like a dog guarding its favorite toy. Good or bad, familiar feels safe. Nobody wants to give up comfort, even when it's the very thing holding them back from chasing real goals. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com If you're serious about chasing your dreams and hitting goals that actually stick, the first move is brutal honesty. You must be willing to look straight at what's not working—and that's where most people freeze. It takes a humble heart to admit, "Yeah, I'm part of the problem," and a curious mind to ask, "What's really going on here?" That combo? It's tough but absolutely necessary. Think about what you do now. Do you really try to see why you are not making progress toward what you want? Or are you hanging out taking the easy road so you don't have to work so hard? I think about those people who complain about their job but aren't willing to apply elsewhere. Same goes for this here— You can't change what you're unwilling to confront. If you are ready to make a dent in your dreams, it's time to untangle those sneaky patterns. The K.I.S.S. ~ Untangle the sneaky patterns! So, here's how you start untangling those sneaky patterns and kickstart real change: Hit Pause and Observe Without Judgment Stop blaming or excusing yourself. Next time you fall into a familiar trap—procrastination, overcommitting, self-doubt—catch it. Write down what triggered it and how you reacted. This is your raw data. Don't sugarcoat or defend. Just observe what happened. Patterns hate the light. Shine on them. Ask the Hard Questions Get curious about why you do what you do. What need does this pattern serve? Is it fear? Avoidance? Comfort? Why does that comfy recliner feel better than the grind of change? Knowing the "why" behind your actions gives you the power to start shifting. Swap Out Small Behaviors to Make the Pattern Visible Big changes shake the system, but small tweaks expose the cracks. Change your morning routine, shift how you respond to stress, or commit to one new habit that challenges the old one. This isn't about perfection; it's about creating opportunities to see your patterns in action—and to prove to yourself that change is possible. Make no mistake—going after what you want is hard work. It demands consistency, grit, and an unflinching willingness to face uncomfortable truths. But here's the deal: every step forward is a victory over the silent patterns holding you hostage. "One step at a time leads to miles of greatness!" ~ Kristianne Wargo You've got this. Now it's time to stop defending your comfort zone and start challenging it. Your dreams aren't going to chase themselves. Yet, you get to chase your dreams! "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!" #MindsetMonday #CreateYourNow #PersonalDevelopment 🔔 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/) ✍️ YourBestSelfie@CreateYourNow.com 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.

Have you ever had a song stuck in your head, repeating itself over and over, for reasons you can't quite explain? This week, the chorus of "God Is In This Story," by Big Daddy Weave and Katy Nicole, has been echoing in my mind. The words grab hold: "God is in this story, God is in the details; Even in the broken parts, He holds my heart, He never fails." It continues: "When I'm at my weakest, I will trust in Jesus; Always in the highs and lows, The One who goes before me, God is in this story." Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com Pause for a moment. How often do you think about where God shows up in your life? Maybe you've witnessed Him in the big moments—the answered prayers, the seemingly impossible breakthroughs. Or maybe, like many of us, you haven't thought much about it at all. Perhaps the thought hasn't even crossed your mind. Here's the truth: God desires more than just moments of crisis or church attendance. He longs to be part of your everyday. Yet somehow, we put Him on a shelf—conveniently only pulling Him down during earth-shattering crises or sacred routines. The K.I.S.S. ~ God is in this story! But what if God was woven into every moment of your life? What if you invited Him to have a front row seat alongside you through the mundane, the joyful, the painful, and the triumphs? The story wouldn't change—the challenges wouldn't disappear—but your experience would. You would have the peace that passes all understanding because of His presence. As the apostle Paul reminds us in Philippians 4:6-7: "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." God is in every detail, every broken moment, every mountain and valley. He never fails. You get to decide how much of Him you want in your story. His door is always wide open. The question is: how open is your heart? Let Him in. This story is yours and His together. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!" #SweetSpirit #CreateYourNow #SoulfulSunday 🔔 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/) ✍️ YourBestSelfie@CreateYourNow.com 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.

You remember The Golden Rule—"Do unto others as you would have them do unto you"— it is a timeless guide for human interaction. But what would happen if you truly applied this rule to your marriage? Do unto your spouse as you would have them do unto you. Most couples don't use the Golden Rule. Instead, they get trapped in a cycle of criticism, carefully cataloging each other's flaws, convinced the other needs to change first. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com It's a love deficit that grows until both partners feel unappreciated and disconnected. And don't assume age brings change—decades often only deepen old patterns because comfort with fault-finding feels safer than risking vulnerability. So, let me ask you straight: What are you doing for your spouse lately? Are you focusing on where they fall short, or are you tuned into what they do right? If you're honest, the answer probably clings to the negatives more than the positives. It's time for a shift. You have to get on the Golden Rule Train—and make it the Golden Rule your marriage lives and breathes. The K.I.S.S. ~ Get on the G.O.L.D.E.N. Rule Train! Let's make the idea tangible with a simple acronym you can act on right now: G.O.L.D.E.N. Rule Train for Marriage G – Gratitude: Catch your spouse doing something right—even the small stuff—and say it out loud. Gratitude rewires your brain to look for good, not gaps. O – Open-hearted Listening: Put your defenses down. Listen not to respond, but to understand where your spouse is coming from without judgment. L – Loyalty: Choose to have your spouse's back versus tearing them down in private or public. Loyalty builds safety and trust. D – Daily Acts of Kindness: Small gestures—making coffee, sending a thoughtful text, or simply sharing a smile—pile up into a mountain of care. E – Empathy: Step into their shoes and feel what they feel. Even if you disagree, acknowledge their experience as valid. N – Nurture Your Bond: Invest time and energy intentionally in your relationship. Love is a verb, demanding action every single day. Putting the G.O.L.D.E.N. Rule of Marriage into practice shifts your focus from "what can I win from this relationship?" to "how can I serve the person I chose?" Marriage isn't a scoreboard; it's a shared project requiring sacrifice, patience, and consistent effort. It's a beautiful gift that opens the door to a deeper kind of love—one that doesn't wait for perfection but chooses connection in spite of flaws. So, decide today: Will you join the few who dare to love differently by doing unto your spouse with the care, respect, and kindness you wish to receive? Your marriage depends on it. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!" #RelationshipBuilders #CreateYourNow #LoveAndMarriage 🔔 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/) ✍️ YourBestSelfie@CreateYourNow.com 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.

As parents, there's nothing we want more than to see our children succeed. We want to watch them score the goals, earn the trophies, and collect the accolades that show they're thriving. But somewhere along the way, many of us have crossed a line from supporting their growth to overloading their lives. Why are we overloading our kids' schedules? Kids today often have calendars so packed that downtime and rest become foreign concepts. Why do we do this? And is it helping—or hurting? Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com The Pressure Cooker of Childhood The reasons behind these jam-packed schedules are complex. Sometimes it's about giving kids opportunities their parents never had. Sometimes it's peer pressure or the fear of missing out. Other times, it's a parent's own unfulfilled ambitions or the desire to check every box on the "successful child" list. But regardless of the motivation, the result is the same: children running from one activity to the next, with little room left to just be kids. Family dinners can become rushed affairs, weekends look like mini-workweeks, and the simple joys of unstructured play and imagination are crushed under the weight of schedules. At What Point Is This for Them—Not You? It's easy to mistake our desires for their needs. When do we stop introducing new activities—and start pushing? When does "helping them get ahead" turn into over-scheduling for adult satisfaction? These questions are hard, but crucial. That's why it's important to unschedule without sacrificing excellence. The K.I.S.S. ~ Unschedule without sacrificing excellence! Kids aren't better off juggling ten activities if they're miserable, exhausted, or anxious. Success isn't about quantity; it's about quality. It's about nurturing their unique talents and passions, at their own pace, with space to breathe and grow. How to Unschedule Without Sacrificing Excellence Finding harmony means intentionally choosing what to keep and what to cut. Here are three practical ways parents can help manage—and sometimes push back against—the frantic rush: Prioritize Depth Over Breadth Choose one or two activities where your child can truly develop focus and skill, rather than spreading them thin across everything. Mastery and confidence come from commitment, not chaotic juggling. Build in Buffer Zones for Rest and Play Schedule blank spots on the calendar purposely. These are non-negotiable downtime moments where kids can relax, explore hobbies, or just recharge. Remember, rest fuels growth and creativity. Check in and Listen Often Make your child a daily partner in planning. Ask how they feel about their schedule and what they really enjoy. Their input helps guard against adult-driven overload and fosters their independence. We parents hold the reins in shaping childhood—not just to create achievers, but to raise humans who know balance, joy, and how to live fully. When we choose harmony over hustle, we give our kids a gift far greater than trophies: a childhood worth remembering. Let's make sure your child's schedule isn't a trap, but a roadmap to thriving. You got this! "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!" #ConfessionsOfAnUpsetMama #CreateYourNow #TodaysParent 🔔 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/) ✍️ YourBestSelfie@CreateYourNow.com 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.

Life doesn't owe you a perfect day. Messes happen. Plans derail. People disappoint. Your to-do list feels like a mountain you'll never climb. But here's the thing: a rocky day doesn't have to stunt your spirit. You get one life, one day at a time. Appreciate your day! Choosing to see the good amidst the chaos isn't some soft motivational fluff—it's a game-changing strategy for showing up stronger, calmer, and more in control of your own mindset. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com It's way too easy to dwell on what went wrong. A spilled coffee A missed deadline A conversation that left you frustrated These moments pull your focus like a magnet toward negativity. But if you're living in that space, stuck replaying the worst parts, you're draining your energy and locking out every bit of peace and possibility the day holds. Here's what most people miss: gratitude is a muscle. It doesn't just appear magically—it's a choice and a practice. You decide to look up and find a single thing worth appreciating—even if it's tiny. The warm sunlight through your window A kind word from a stranger The fact that you woke up to breathe another day Because once you start appreciating, stress loosens its grip. Your mind clears, allowing bigger, better thoughts to come in. Your heart feels lighter and capable of holding more than just complaints. The K.I.S.S. ~ Appreciate your day! Appreciating your day isn't about pretending everything's perfect. It's about refusing to let the imperfect moments define the whole. When you find that sliver of beauty amid the mess, you reclaim your power. You remind yourself: I'm not a victim of my circumstances—I'm the boss of how I respond to them. So today, no matter what's on your plate or what went sideways, make the decision to appreciate something. It could be your resilience for making it through, the laugh you shared, or simply the breath in your lungs. This lens shift won't erase your problems, but it'll change your journey through them—from dragging you down to lifting you up. Before you let your day end, find what's worth appreciating. Say it out loud or write it down. Build that muscle so the chaos doesn't control you—you do. Remember, gratitude isn't just a nice idea. It's a power move. Appreciate your day! "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!" #Inspiration #CreateYourNow #DailyMotivation 🔔 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/) ✍️ YourBestSelfie@CreateYourNow.com 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.

Juggling life's chaos while prioritizing healthy living feels like trying to catch smoke with your bare hands. The demands shift, the unexpected arrives, and just when you think you've got a grip, everything changes again. But you don't have to quit. Sound familiar? Here's the truth: you don't need a perfect system or ideal season to care for your body—you need a commitment to yourself. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com There is no reason you have to put off what gives you life, like your body. You deserve the best body possible, but it takes commitment to YOU! No matter the noise, the deadlines, or the curveballs, making genuine health a priority is a non-negotiable if you want to thrive—not just survive. It's not about a system or the season; it's about you deciding what you need for your body and taking the next step that fits into your unique, messy life. The K.I.S.S. ~ Don't quit! You can do what you need to do for your body if you keep your health top of mind, even when life happens. Here are three concrete moves to stay steady and in control: Shift Your Mindset: From Excuse to Ownership There's no "perfect" time, place, or circumstance to start. Waiting for them is a trap. When life throws chaos your way, the key is to stop folding and start owning. Say YES to yourself, regardless of the season. Own what you need and what's possible today—even if it's five minutes of movement or one better meal choice. Excuses are the enemy of progress; ownership builds momentum. Own who you want to become!! Simplify Your Next Step You don't need to overhaul your life overnight. What's the one next small action that says, "I'm choosing me today?" It might be drinking an extra glass of water, setting a reminder to stretch, or packing a fruit instead of a candy bar. Small steps beat hesitation every time—because they stack up. Create tiny habits that scale with your life, not fight against it. Anchor Priorities Visibly Keep your health in plain sight. Write down why your body matters. Pin a sticky note on your fridge, set a daily alert, or speak your intention in the mirror. When life distracts or drags you down, these anchors pull your focus back to what truly matters—your well-being and your right to show up fully in your own life. No more seasons of excuses. No more waiting for the "perfect" moment that never comes. Your body—your life—deserves your YES today. You don't have to quit! Commit to yourself. Take the next step, no matter how small. Because every step forward beats standing still—and that's how you hold it all together and keep what's most important at the center of your life. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!" #WellnessWednesday #CreateYourNow #HealthAndWellness 🔔 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/) ✍️ YourBestSelfie@CreateYourNow.com 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.

Sometimes life throws a mess of storms your way. It's easy to feel like the world's against you, like failure has you locked down, and whatever you're chasing is just out of reach. But here's the truth nobody tells you often enough: storms don't mean your story is over. They mean it's about to get real. Breakthrough awaits! Picture this: the sky right after the storm. The heavy gray clouds start to part. The sun breaks through the gloom, sharper and brighter than before. And if you're lucky, you catch a glimpse of a rainbow—a promise that the chaos and struggle have a purpose. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com That's exactly what lies ahead for you. Breakthrough awaits. You don't have to be a victim of circumstance. Every morning, you get the ultimate power play—you choose how to attack your day. You can bow to the setbacks and drown in defeat. Or you can rise up and grow into the person you are becoming, breaking through the darkness into the light. The K.I.S.S. ~ Breakthrough awaits! This is your day to claim. Set your intentions and be bold for what's ahead. No more playing mind games or settling for less. You are made for more! Stop matching the limits others set for you or the mind traps holding you hostage. No more settling for scraps. No more shrinking back. You are made for more—more growth, more grit, more glory. Breakthrough isn't some far-off dream. It's waiting just beyond your doubts and fears, ready for you to grab it. So, what's your intention today? God's got you! "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!" #Inspiration #CreateYourNow #DailyMotivation 🔔 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/) ✍️ YourBestSelfie@CreateYourNow.com 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.

Sometimes we come at life or our dreams ready for immediate results of growth and success, only to find ourselves drowning in the failures and missteps. Regardless of the outcome, you don't have to figure it all out. Yet so many of us approach our goals and dreams like a sprint, expecting immediate wins, only to end up overwhelmed by the mess of failures and detours. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com That pressure to know every next move before taking the first can crush momentum before it even starts. But what if instead of choking on the big picture, you focused on the step right in front of you? What if your entire journey was built one small, deliberate action at a time? Imagine how different it would feel to celebrate each tiny win—the task completed, the boundary set, the awkward but necessary conversation had—instead of fearing the miles ahead. Life isn't about having all the answers; it's about making forward progress, even if it's uneven or uncertain. "One step at a time leads to miles of greatness." — Kristianne Wargo The magic lies in showing up for the now, not the "someday." The K.I.S.S. ~ Create your now! So how do you stop the exhausting trap of trying to do everything, be everywhere, and know it all? How do you accept the next right step and give yourself permission to pause, recalibrate, and keep it simple? Narrow your focus ruthlessly. What's one action you can take today that aligns with your goal? Ignore the rest. Set mini goals, not life goals. Big visions are necessary, but breaking them down into smaller efforts keeps overwhelm at bay. Give yourself grace for mistakes and dead ends. These aren't failures but essential clues that refine your path. Measure progress by effort, not outcome. Some days, showing up is the victory. Keep a journal or log to track your small wins. When you feel lost, these reminders fuel motivation. Say "no" to the shiny distractions and "yes" to the simple steps that make a tangible difference right now. The temptation to figure it all out is really a fear of uncertainty disguised as control. But real control comes from movement, not perfection. You don't have to nail the whole strategy before you act. You just need the courage to take the step that's there. So drop the illusion of instant clarity and all-encompassing knowledge. Embrace "not knowing" as part of the process. One more step, then another. Keep going, because that's how miles of greatness get made—one humble, imperfect step at a time. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!" #MindsetMonday #CreateYourNow #PersonalDevelopment 🔔 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/) ✍️ YourBestSelfie@CreateYourNow.com 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.

Psalm 90:14 says, "Satisfy us in the morning with your unfailing love, that we may sing for joy and be glad all our days." It's more than challenging to go through our days when everything around us feels like it's crumbling beneath our feet. Think about it: Who would drive over a bridge if they knew it would slowly crumble as they drove? Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com Our lives can feel just like that. Uncertainty, loss, and hardship cause our footing to shift, shaking our confidence and peace. The tension grows, the weight builds heavy, and every step forward feels like a risk. Yet even when the wrestle is real, God's unfailing love is present—steady, unshakable, and constant. That's not a vague promise or some abstract hope. It's the solid foundation beneath the crumbling bridge, the source of strength when all else fades. The K.I.S.S. ~ Sing for joy! There's a reason Psalm 90 calls us to be satisfied with this love each morning: it's fuel for the fight, nourishment for the soul. When we start the day resting in this love, we aren't just surviving the storms—we're singing for joy and being glad, no matter what tries to steal our peace. Singing for joy isn't about ignoring reality. It's about declaring that our hope is anchored elsewhere, that even in chaos there's a reason to be glad. It's a bold act of resistance against despair, a refusal to let circumstances dictate our spirit. So when life feels like it's falling apart, remember this: you're not walking a collapsing bridge. You're walking on the strength of unfailing love that satisfies and sustains. That is your foundation, your song, your reason to rise and sing for joy all your days. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!" #SweetSpirit #CreateYourNow #SoulfulSunday 🔔 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/) ✍️ YourBestSelfie@CreateYourNow.com 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.

When you're married, communication isn't always a smooth, gentle sail. Sometimes it feels like you need to set off an avalanche just for your spouse to even glance your way. You may not like it, but those hot fights are the wake-up call, the "enough is enough" moment that shakes things loose. But here's the catch: standing your ground doesn't mean tearing your partner down, making them feel small, or turning the conversation into a demolition derby. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the Kairos FREE Online Community. https://createyournow.com Think about where you are in your marriage? You want to be fierce and firm without being a jerk. So how do you make your point—and make it stick—without belittling the person you promised to stand with? The K.I.S.S. ~ Be fierce and firm! Here are three sharp, no-nonsense moves to make sure your voice hits home without blowing the whole house down. 1. Own Your Feelings Like Fire, Not a Fist Forget blaming or shaming. The second your words start pointing fingers, your partner's brain locks down. Instead, use the power of "I" statements that bring your gut feelings front and center. This isn't about tattling, it's about declaring your reality. Say it loud and clear: "I feel unheard when I try to talk about this." "When you dismiss my thoughts, it hurts because I care." Notice the difference? You're not accusing—you're owning your emotions like a mature adult who demands respect. It's hard to brush that off or argue with feelings that come straight from your heart. 2. Set a Clear Boundary—with Consequences If you want someone to listen, first you need to show them that not listening has real consequences. This doesn't mean ultimatums or drama, but firm boundaries with follow-through. Example: "I need us to have a real conversation about this tonight, or I'm taking some time alone to think." "If we can't sit down and work this through, I'm going to suggest couples counseling." You're not threatening—you're making it crystal clear that ignoring the problem isn't an option anymore. This stakes your claim with a direct, mature call for accountability and signals that your feelings aren't disposable. 3. Use The Power of Pause and Presence Sometimes the most powerful way to get through to someone who won't listen is to stop trying to fight fire with fire. When it all escalates, pull back briefly to reset the tone—but don't disappear emotionally. Try this instead: "I'm going to take a few minutes to calm down, but when I come back, I want us to really listen to each other." Or simply sit in the same room silently, making eye contact, showing you're present but not giving in. This "pause and be present" move flips the power dynamic. It puts your partner in a spot where they have to face the seriousness of the moment without you yelling over them. Silence can be louder than words if you wield it right. Bottom Line You don't have to live in a constant war zone—standing up for yourself can look like controlled fire, not an explosion. When your spouse refuses to listen, sometimes you do need that avalanche to shake things up. But you get to decide if it's an avalanche of respect or a landslide of drama. Own your feelings. Set boundaries with consequences. Use a poised, intentional pause. That's how you plant a stake in the ground without breaking the whole marriage up. Remember: Sometimes a hot fight is exactly the jolt your relationship needs—just make sure it leads to real listening, not just noise. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!" #RelationshipBuilders #CreateYourNow #LoveAndMarriage 🔔 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/) ✍️ YourBestSelfie@CreateYourNow.com 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.