“Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.”
~ William James
The Power of Influence
Do you know how much POWER your influence has? I went to the dermatologist this week, and was once again reminded of the influence I have on others. As I reflect on the conversation I had with my doctor and the genuine comments she made about me, I can’t help thinking about just how much all women influence others more than we may realize.
I may not have a big following just yet, but honestly, don’t we all influence those around us in some way?
We have those who look to us for inspiration in how we dress, fix our hair or makeup, how we walk and carry ourselves. But not only that, people watch our attitude! Have you thought about that? How you greet (or don’t greet) others, the small talk with a cashier or other people waiting in line. Do you take the time to help others reach an item on a high shelf, or are you in such a hurry that you don’t have time for others?
Oh yes, we all influence others in many ways!
And if you have raised children, you know the influence you have on them! Good or bad, they absorb it all. What we choose to do and say each and every day impacts others in some way.
People are observing you every day and YOU can have a HUGE influence on THEM.
What message are you sending out? Is it one you would be proud of or one you might be ashamed of?
I think we need to be more aware of what message we are sending others!
Have a fabulous week my friends!
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Honeycrisp Walnut Salad
This Honeycrisp Walnut Salad is full of flavor and texture, with fresh apple slices, crunchy toasted walnuts, chewy dried cranberries, rich feta cheese, and a tangy-sweet raspberry walnut vinaigrette. It's perfect as a side dish any time of the year!
Vegetable Pizza
This easy Vegetable Pizza is the perfect fresh treat anytime of the year. Packed with yummy fresh vegetables, and a cream cheese based spread, the flaky crescent roll crust pizza makes the best appetizer, or even week night meal for your family. The best vegetables to go on the pizza are really based on your personal taste so you can tailor it to be whatever flavors you love.
Better Than Takeout Cashew Chicken
This recipe really does taste like the classic Chinese Cashew Chicken - or maybe even better! The classic chunks of green bell peppers and onions, the slightly spicy sauce that you can adjust by adding more or less of the chili garlic sauce, it is just so incredibly good! Add some rice or chow mein noodles and you have a whole meal.
Sensational Turkey Sausage
This is a super easy, extremely tasty, healthy homemade recipe for turkey sausage that is so quick to put together you will be making it all the time! And the smell? Amazing! After you've made it once, you'll wonder why you never did so before. It may seem intemidating, but it's really not . . . in fact, it's insanely simple. But the best part is that YOU control the spice blend.
Low Carb Enchilada Meatball Bake
Make Mexican cuisine as healthy as possible while still doing the meal justice with spices and incredible taste. For these meatballs I substituted ground turkey for ground beef and used oats instead of bread crumbs. The amount of enchilada sauce and cheese makes this so creamy and delicious! It can be served with rice, tortilla chips, tortillas, guacamole, sour cream, lettuce, and tomatoes or any combination and it makes a complete meal.
Strawberry Broccoli Slaw
Healthy, flavorful and delicious - and just 4 ingredients! This Strawberry Broccoli Slaw is one of my favorite salads – ever. It’s the perfect, easy, make ahead, texture packed side dish or potluck favorite! It’s packed with fresh sweet strawberries, crunchy sliced almonds, crisp broccoli slaw, and creamy poppyseed dressing! The textures and flavors of this Strawberry Broccoli Slaw are out of this world and it is so simple!!!
Oven Roasted Carrots
Oven roasted carrots make a great side dish that pairs perfectly with almost any main course! These roasted carrots are seasoned lightly, but can be customized to your favorite spices. Easy to make, they are a perfect side dish on a busy weeknight, or anytime!
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