“I” IS FOR INVEST IN YOURSELF

BY LORI BRUTON I PHOTOS BY JULIE OLDFIELD

It’s Spring! It’s time to spring ahead and put a spring in your step.

No matter what is going on in your life and business, there are solutions. Solutions bring hope. Enter me, the Queen of Hope. Let’s find solutions for you.

It’s a new season (not just a new tax season), a new season in your life.

Today, I’m going to talk about the “I” in The LORI Factor – INVEST in yourself.

Warren Buffet was asked the question, “What’s the most important investment you can make?” He answered, “In yourself.”

Do you keep putting yourself last because you are taking care of everyone else? That was me too.

Investments are not always monetary. Time is an investment. Take time for personal development (and a spa day). Start with a good book. Message me for some of my favorites. I would be happy to make recommendations.

Surround yourself with people who care about you and believe in you. We are not meant to live this thing called life alone or isolated.

There was a time I found myself on shaky ground feeling unstable physically, financially, and emotionally. When I looked up, I stood on The Rock. Apart from God, nothing works right. My other rock who stood by me then and now is my son, Joseph. Unconditional love conquers all.

Enjoying life with my son and daughterin-love, Stefanie, is the best part of my life. Our travel adventures are fun. I fondly remember a cruise we went on. Talking, walking, laughing, sharing ideas, and watching our businesses grow is an ongoing rewarding experience.

It’s better riding the waves of life with loved ones. When the waves seem insurmountable, together, we can overcome.

That’s true for you too.

It’s important to invest time and money to live the life we were born to live. Use wisdom and discernment. Don’t invest your way to broke like I previously did. It’s easy to fall for persuasive marketing. Whatever it is, if it’s for you, great; if not, pass it by.

There is great value out there. Weed through the scams and know what lines up with your goals. I know it took me awhile to figure that out, which cost me dearly. However, everything has been a learning experience. That helps me guide others with direction and connections.

Alexander Hamilton said, “Those who stand for nothing, fall for anything.”

Speaking of falling, some days it feels like the roof is caving in. What do you do when the roof caves in? First, contact Bruton Consulting [https:// www.brutonc.com/]. It’s important to literally keep a solid, stable roof over your head. There is more than one kind of home improvement, though. One is the home you live in and the other is the body you live in.

Taking care of both homes is essential. Our physical bodies house our mind, will, and emotions. There is the functional component physically, of course. There are other parts that make up a solid structure. All parts work together. Look inside your soul. What does your heart desire?

Maybe your heart has been wounded. We all go through a healing process. Walking through my healing journey, I discovered who I am and what I want. It’s just as important to know what you don’t want.

It’s hard to see beyond the storm. Some storms hit hard without warning and our shingles blow off leaving us exposed, vulnerable, and needing help.

We face other storms we didn’t see coming because we didn’t notice the warning signs. Therefore, we were unprepared or we procrastinated.

Procrastination and I know each other all too well. Just like ignoring and putting off roof repairs. You think it’s fine as long as there are no leaks. Did you know that leaks can be hiding? Literally, hiding in your attic or walls and also behind the walls you put up inside yourself. It all builds up until the big stuff hits and things start to crumble.

In the meantime, you ignored your roof, your health, your finances, and your relationships. It ends up costing you more in the end. Materials cost more, interest rates are on the rise, your house and your body start breaking down. It causes a cave in, which affects every part of your life, home, and business.

You think you can’t afford a repair or replacement. There is always a way even if you don’t see a way. You are irreplaceable. Our bodies will perish. Our homes and bodies need attention and maintenance.

We don’t have to live sick, broke, busted, and disgusted.

That is why I am digging deeper into my health journey, ripping off the old shingles. I am excited to help other people on their journey too. I am finding out what works best for me and what doesn’t. All I know is I choose life. My best days are ahead.

Make the most of your life and home you live in so that you can enjoy it. Create wealth and wellness. What does that look like for you?

Procrastination is costly. Ignorance is not bliss. I learned that the hard way. Making the right investments now will save you in the long run. You will always get a big return when you invest in yourself.

Don’t wait. Every day is precious. Tomorrow is not promised. Most of us lost an hour when we sprang ahead for daylight savings time. It didn’t seem like a savings to me. I am thankful for a new season and for the new me that is emerging and transforming.

What needs repair or change in your life? Spring is a time for new beginnings and a fresh start. Let me know what you need. I may be able to help.

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