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We Are What We Think
2010-03-31 09:43:00
Our physical health is influenced by the food we eat. Each and every bite we take is either used as fuel or stored as fat in our bodies. That’s why health professionals raise awareness of what foods will make the biggest difference in the quality of life. Our minds are the same way. Each and every thought we let in is either used for good or bad. We need to become aware of how we think and channel our thoughts towards affirming, positive and loving directions. We can increase the quality of our life by actively changing how we think. Tell us what you think. Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
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Tags: significance,archive,blog
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We're Only Human
2010-03-30 09:33:00
A wise friend once shared this, “As humans, we are all self conscience about our brokenness and lack of wholeness. We are also aware of our inability to cope with life. We know how powerless we are to control our bad habits, all of our daily temptations, our addictions, and the things we say and do to hurt the ones we love. We put up a big façade and pretend that we are in control and there is nothing wrong with us. But underneath it all, we are hurting, full of shame, guilt, and running scared.” Can you relate to this statement? Give us a call if you answered yes. Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
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Tags: crisis,archive,blog
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Make Your Marriage Last
2010-03-29 09:14:00
My parents are approaching a milestone anniversary – their 50th! That’s a major accomplishment for any couple. Already, the entire family is working on the special celebration plans. What plans are you making in order to reach this milestone in your marriage? Have you set some goals or created a plan to make sure you marriage will last? If not, think about establishing some goals. As drivers, we have to work extra hard to make sure our marriages last. Tell us what plans you’ve made. Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
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Tags: marriage,archive,blog
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Don’t Eat Your Way Through Stress
2010-03-26 15:38:00
I have noticed that drivers tend to reward themselves for good behavior and achievements with food - junk food that is. This can also be a way to cope with stress. There are better ways to deal with stress. You could spend time doing a hobby, walk the parking lot, take a few deep breaths or just read. Let us know if you need more resources. Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
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Tags: stress,archive,blog
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Missing Somthing?
2010-03-25 14:54:00
In almost every efficient trucking company, there are several roles involved: an owner, an operations manager, a dispatcher, customer service representatives, customers, and of course drivers. If anything is missing, the company will not function well. The same applies to you as a person. There are many different “ingredients” that are needed for you to function well. Do you feel something is missing? Not sure what? Give us a call. Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
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Tags: significance,archive,blog
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The Difference Between Knowledge and Wisdom
2010-03-24 13:32:00
Have you ever met someone who spouts off everything they know or think they know? They tend to monopolize the conversation and might even have their facts wrong. Knowledge is merely awareness of information, however wisdom knows when and with whom to share it. Next time you want to share all you know about any given subject, consider if it’s wise to do so first. Mark Twain once said, “It is better to keep your mouth closed and let people think you are a fool than to open it and remove all doubt.”Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
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Tags: blog,archive,relationships
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Have a Remedy Ready for Your Heart
2010-03-23 15:39:00
Along with the wonderful spring weather comes baseball season. If you like to play baseball or softball, then you are also familiar with the sprains and strains that come with it. Did you know that you can still get sprains and strains when climbing in and out of your truck or trailer? There a different ways of treating them too. Sometimes using heat, ice or alternating with both is needed depending on the type of injury you have.
However, heat and ice aren’t really options when it comes to matters of an aching heart. How do you handle heart sprains or strains? We all have them. Doesn’t it make sense to have a healthy remedy close at hand for when they occur? We can help. Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
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Tags: loneliness,crisis,relationships,stress,archive,blog
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Manage Your Stress before it Manages You
2010-03-22 09:09:00
Often, I run into drivers that struggle with recurring headaches. It seems fairly common in the industry. In fact, most drivers keep aspirin, ibuprofen or something else that works for them in their trucks. Taking pills is a reactive type of health care. Have you ever thought about being proactive instead? In other words, learn how manage the stress that causes your headache before you get one. Even something as simple as drinking plenty of water can reduce headaches. Look for alternative ways to help you avoid the pain of stress. Let us give you some ideas. Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
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Tags: stress,archive,blog
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What’s Your Plan?
2010-03-19 10:14:00
According to the Wellness Councils of America, the number one self-treated problem in the U.S. was the common cold and flu. I imagine most Americans already have over the counter medicine available at home so we can take care of ourselves at a moment’s notice if we feel a cold coming on.
Probably all of us experience minor depression when things just don’t seem right. Have you ever thought about being ready to care for yourself if you feel depression coming on? Is there someone you can talk to, a book you can read or music you can listen to that will help you get out of that funk? Give us a call and let us recommend a treatment plan for you! Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
Want to help? You can help us get the word out about www.driverswellness.com by forwarding a link of this blog to your trucker friends and family.
Tags: crisis,archive,blog
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Conflict is Normal
2010-03-18 08:09:00
If you have friends or family then you will have conflict. It’s normal. The tricky part is how you deal with it. The next time you have an issue with someone, here are some tips that will bring a positive outcome: If it’s bothering you, don’t wait for the other person to bring it up; take the initiative to work through it. Find a good time and place to talk in person. Talk only about the issue; don’t get sidetracked with other past issues. Most importantly, make sure your motive is to clear the air and restore the relationship. Is there someone you need to talk to? Easier said than done? We can help. Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
Want to help? You can help us get the word out about www.driverswellness.com by forwarding a link of this blog to your trucker friends and family.
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Are You Emotionally Broken?
2010-03-17 14:58:00
On this blog, our goal is to help you with emotional wellness. What does that mean? Synonyms for wellness include words like whole, complete and healthy. If you look for the opposite meaning you’ll find words like partial, incomplete and sick. Another word with opposite meaning that really summed it up for me was broken. One first step towards becoming emotionally well is to find out what is broken. Is there anything like that in your life? Let’s talk about it. Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
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Tags: crisis,archive,blog
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Where Did it Come From?
2010-03-16 15:47:00
Drivers often speak of their appreciation of highway scenery. Soon the snow will be gone and the hillsides will become green again for spring. What a pleasure it will be to see the lush land that we live in. Have you ever wondered where all of this beauty came from? Tell us what you think. Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
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Tags: significance,archive,blog
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Call Us if You Need a Hand
2010-03-15 08:23:00
Driver, have you ever been at your wits end and all you wanted was comfort? I’ve been there. Sometimes it seems like there’s one to turn to for help. Life on the road can be lonely. It can feel even lonelier when there’s a problem at home and you can’t be there to help. You’re caught between a rock and a hard place. We can help. Give us a call. Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
Want to help? You can help us get the word out about www.driverswellness.com by forwarding a link of this blog to your trucker friends and family.
Tags: loneliness,archive,blog
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Look for Inspiration
2010-03-12 07:55:00
I was recently inspired by my daughter. Her coach criticized her intensely. It would have been easy to stay angry, yet she overcame a tough situation with a positive attitude and team spirit on game day. Her approach even helped me to have a better attitude.
What or who inspires you when you are in a tough situation? It isn’t always easy to do the right thing. Look around today and notice what motivates you in good ways. If you’re still feeling uninspired, give us a call. We’d love to talk with you about it.Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
Want to help? You can help us get the word out about www.driverswellness.com by forwarding a link of this blog to your trucker friends and family.
Tags: significance,archive,blog
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Did Your Love Change?
2010-03-11 10:57:00
I recently celebrated a wedding anniversary after many great years being married to the same woman. It was great to reflect back on one of the most beautiful days of my life. Much has changed since that day. Our kids aren’t kids any more, we’ve moved from the original home we bought together and I no longer work for the same place I did back then. One thing that hasn’t changed is the love I have for my wife. In fact, it’s only grown. How are your marriage memories? If you are struggling with it, contact us. We’d love to help. Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
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Tags: blog,archive,marriage
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Count Your Joys
2010-03-10 07:30:00
Fyodor Dostoevsky once said, “Man only likes to count his troubles, but he does not count his joys?” Dostoevsky’s statement reveals an understanding of the human mindset. Joy is really an attitude. It’s as hard to describe as the wind –even though we cannot see it we still know it’s there. Think about the following situations:
- Joy happens when you finally get together with your loved one after being separated for a long time even if you’ve had disagreements in the past.
- Joy occurs when someone who has come close to death in the line of duty returns to their loved ones. No one is happy that they nearly died, but they are filled with joy over being reunited.
Spend time counting your joys. It will enable you to overcome any negative circumstance in life. Not experiencing any joy lately? Give us a call. Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
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Make Them All Good Years
2010-03-09 07:52:00
Every anniversary, my father-in-law jokingly shares how long he’s been married in the following fashion, “We’ve been married for forty-four good years – forty-three for her and one for me!” Rest assured that’s just his sense of humor talking, which is something I really enjoy about him. For some of you, what he said only in jest is actually the situation you’re in. There are ways to make your marriage worth keeping. Don’t let another year of marriage go by without working on it. Let us know how we can help. Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
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Tags: marriage,archive,blog
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Let Good Habits Replace Bad Ones
2010-03-08 14:20:00
Bad habits, while easy to make, are extremely hard to break. Certainly, we all have at least one bad habit such as nail biting, smoking, swearing or interrupting others. Did you know that a good habit takes more time to form than a bad one? On average, it takes at least twenty-one days. If you’re trying to break a bad habit try replacing it with a good one. Chew gum next time you want to smoke or listen to some calming music instead of griping about your day. Give us a call. We’d be happy to help you come up with a game plan to break your bad habit. Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
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Tags: significance,archive,blog
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My Dad Made Me Stronger
2010-03-05 13:24:00
When I was young, I often thought that my dad was too hard on me. When I compared my life to those of my friends, I resented him even more. Now I realize that without those hard lessons, I would not be equipped for the real trials of life. I raised my own children in a similar way because I shared the same goal with my Dad; to raise independent adults who can handle life’s problems. Today, I look back on those hard times and I am thankful. I’ve learned the truth of that saying, “What doesn’t kill you, will make you stronger.”
What hard lessons are you grateful for today? Are you passing those lessons on to your kids? Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
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Tags: parenting,archive,blog
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Chart a New Course
2010-03-04 09:16:00
There are three elements involved in recovering from addictive behaviors: your body, thoughts, and feelings. The body is the channel in which recovery will take place. It must be healthy. Your thoughts need to be focused on truth. Take responsibility for your thoughts and don’t entertain lies or misunderstanding. Your body and your thoughts contribute to how you feel. Feelings or emotions are nothing more than indicators or barometers that reveal your health and thought life. They are also evidence of your personal beliefs. All three areas set the stage for your actions. If you learn how to put them in order, your recovery will be well in hand. Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
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Tags: addiction,archive,blog
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What’s In Your Bucket?
2010-03-03 12:42:00
Have you ever noticed when things go bad how easy it is to focus on only the negative aspect of your situation? Even though we really have much to be thankful for, we tend to hyper focus the bad things that happen instead. In some ways, we are a lot like buckets. If I dwell on the things that go bad, the disappointments of life or on nursing grudges against those who have wronged me, then I hold or add those things in my “bucket”. When I need to pour out my bucket to those around me, guess what will come out? Nothing good, that’s for sure. Besides the things we kept from our upbringing, we are the sum of what we add to our life.
How about focusing on the blessings you have or the good things that happen to you instead? Soon, you’ll have a bucket full of happiness that will refresh not only yourself but also those around you. Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
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Stuck In A Rut?
2010-03-02 10:07:00
I recently attended a family wedding being held out of town. My wife and I arrived a few days early in order to help with the rehearsal dinner and the wedding day activities. I really enjoyed watching the enthusiasm the young couple had. They shared with us their newly purchased home and future plans. They were filled with excitement.
I thought back to the days before my marriage began and wondered, “Where did the excitement go?” Oh, I still have a great marriage. But I’m not as excited about it as these two were. How do you keep the excitement in your marriage while you’re out on the road? Let us know. Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
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Tags: marriage,archive,blog
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The Hunter
2010-03-01 13:25:00
As a deer hunter, I like to set up my blind near a frequently used food source long before I go hunting there. I want the deer to feel secure so I can catch them off guard. Often when they come down the very same path I used they’ll sense something isn’t quite right. They sniff the air or put their head down as if to eat, only to jerk it back up suddenly in hopes of catching predator movement. Other times, they stomp their front hoof to see if they can get the predator to blow his cover. Once in a while, a wise deer will raise its tail because it senses danger and then return back up the trail to safety. More often than not, most deer give in to temptation and continue down the path to the clover field below to eat. He doesn’t know it yet, but he’s already past the point of no return. He’s come too far down the path and now there’s no way out. This is just what I’ve been waiting for.
What’s your weakness? The next time you face temptation think about what’s waiting to ambush you at the end of the path. Stay alert! We can help. Comment here.
For more information, check out the issues section on our resources page or contact us. You can also call our toll-free Trucker Prayer Line at 1-877-797-PRAY (7729). We’re here for you.
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