Welcome back to The Better Everyday Podcast where we are unlocking our best self one episode at a time!

In this episode, we dive deep into the power of focus and the impact it has on our daily lives. Every day, we are presented with a mixture of good, bad, and ugly. It’s easy to get caught up in the negative or ignore parts of our lives that are difficult to face. But what happens when we take a step back and choose to see the whole picture?

We explore the importance of acknowledging all aspects of our lives – the beautiful moments, the struggles, and the painful experiences. This is where true inner health begins: by facing our fears and processing the emotions that come with them. We discuss how journaling about the good, bad, and ugly can help identify the enemies in our lives – fear, pride, resentment, unforgiveness, and even depression – and how recognizing these "enemies" is the first step in overcoming them.

After unpacking everything, the real challenge begins: choosing what to focus on. In Psalms 23:5, we’re presented with the imagery of a table set before us by God, with enemies surrounding it. The enemies will do everything they can to distract us from the blessings right in front of us. When we focus on the enemies, the blessings fade into the background. But when we choose to focus on the blessing, the enemies shrink, and the goodness in our lives becomes clearer.

This episode is all about the process of choosing where to place our attention, how it influences our growth, and why it’s crucial for us to focus on the right things in order to unlock our best self. Tune in and discover how this simple yet powerful choice can shape your journey toward a better, more fulfilled life.