Thank you again for entering the giveaway. I have already started to feel a slight coolness in the air, and the leaves on the trees are starting to fall. Driving home this week I saw local high school kids in their football attire practicing on the field and getting geared up to play their first game. Looking through a different lens after watching GOD.FAMILY.FOOTBALL. The Freevee original docuseries made me wonder if those kids are experiencing tremendous pressure possibly because of parents putting their dreams on them, keeping up good grades, or longing to go pro one day. I hope you are running down the field with the football and making that touchdown to watch the series if you haven’t had the chance yet.
God.Family.Football. is available now to watch for free on Amazon Freevee. Stream free on Fire TV, Roku, Amazon Prime Video, or the Amazon Freevee app. NFL quarterback Russell Wilson is the show’s executive producer!
You can watch the trailer here:
Giveaway Winner Announcement: To help spread the word about this new docuseries, our team collaborated with Amazon Freevee to offer a giveaway. Congratulations to
** Cassandra D **
who will receive a $10 Amazon Gift Card. YEAH! Our team will contact you to ensure you receive your gift card.
Stay tuned for more giveaways coming soon!
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Life can be likened to a circus: each act must be masterfully performed in harmony with all others to function effectively and sustain a satisfying and balanced performance. These five pillars should form part of your repertoire: Health, Relationships, Personal Growth, Recreation, and Career.
Health: Your Body as Your Temple You know it well – your body is your permanent residence, so keep it looking its best by practicing good maintenance! Health is at the core of what keeps the rest of life working smoothly. From nutritious eating habits and physical activity to choosing to hydrate regularly – every decision we make builds up our temple of bodies! Think of it like regular car tune-ups – treat your temple like it deserves respect as one would treat a classic car! So start pumping that heart out, stretch those muscles out, hydrate regularly – treat yourself as you would treat any rundown shack!
Relationships Are Our Lifeline Relationships provide us with lifelines – they protect us from falling into isolation! Friends, family, and significant others all play an integral part in our lives as friends share triumphs, comfort in defeats, and point out when jokes don’t hit home quite as hard as expected! Relationships define who we are; invest in your bonds by maintaining them – after all, a stitch in time saves nine!
Personal Growth as Your Spiritual Compass Whatever your spiritual beliefs may be – from an external power such as God to just our human spirits – personal development serves as our spiritual compass, leading us through life’s uncertainties with an approach tailored specifically for ourselves. There’s no one-size-fits-all formula! Your spiritual journey may include traditional religious practices, meditation, exploring nature, or simply pondering life’s mysteries. This pillar represents seeking wisdom, understanding, and purposeful life experiences. Growth as humans is critical. Blacks in Mormonism struggled against racism and bigotry to reach higher planes of existence; their story is just one among hundreds that demonstrate hard-won growth is worth all the hard work! So go out there, explore, question, seek and grow!
Recreation: Fun Is Not Just a Luxury Imagine this: After many decades have passed and your job title is flourishing nicely with a brand-spanking new car, and perhaps there are even one or two mini-yous running around, what next? Now imagine that having fun is no longer considered luxury but rather essential! To this end, recreation becomes a need rather than a luxury! But when was the last time you experienced the excitement of scoring the winning goal in a friendly soccer match or hitting that high note during a karaoke session? Too often, we leave fun to one side, leaving little room for enjoyment. Recreation isn’t just for relaxing or escaping the mundane; it should nourish your spirit, inspire creativity, and break free of your daily routine. So go ahead, take that salsa class you’ve been considering, or dust off that guitar and start strumming a tune – because all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy! And who wants to be Jack anyway?
Career: More Than Just Paying Bills Your career should not simply be about paying the bills – it should also bring joy, challenge you, and align with your values. So be sure to find something fulfilling to pursue as your professional path.
Conclusion: Balancing The Pillars Life isn’t a race – it’s an act of balance. Each of these pillars acts like balls to be juggled – one may drop occasionally. No worries, though – pick it back up, polish it, and continue juggling; even master jugglers drop one now and again!
Today, as the calendar turns to September rolling into fall, many people’s favorite season is coming into full swing. High school football teams are hitting the gridiron field with high hopes and great anticipation of a winning season. Football and fall go hand in hand in some parts of the country. And football at Evangel Christian Academy in Shreveport, LA, is no exception.
Bubblingwitheleganceandgrace.com had the opportunity to preview the new Amazon Feevee docuseries, God.Family.Football., which follows Evangel Eagles as they prepare for and play the 2022 season.
Evangel Christian Academy is known as a football powerhouse, winning fourteen state championships in twenty years, including one national championship in 1999. After a disappointing 2020 season that saw the team finish without a win, the school called on their former coach to bring the team back to its winning ways. Coach Denny Duron comes out of a 30-year retirement to lead the team back to its winning ways. The players are dedicated to Duron but under extreme pressure because there is so much riding on the team doing their best. Getting into the right college, parents wanting them to play better, keeping up with their grades, and knowing the school’s winning legacy are always on their minds. Coach Duron stands on faith in God, focusing on the players by ensuring they put God first. I don’t want to give everything away, but I will say it can be funny, profound, moving, and inspiring simultaneously.
God.Family.Football. is available to watch for free on Amazon Freevee beginning today (September 1st). Stream free on Fire TV, Roku, Amazon Prime Video, or the Amazon Freevee app. NFL quarterback Russell Wilson is the show’s executive producer!
You can watch the trailer here:
Giveaway Details: In collaboration with Amazon Freevee, we offer our readers a chance to enter a giveaway. One of our readers will receive a $10 Amazon gift card. To enter, please leave a comment below telling us if you are a football fan and if you have a favorite team.
The giveaway runs through Tuesday, September 5th, at 11:59 p.m. (Central Time).
One comment will be selected randomly, and the winner will be announced on Wednesday, September 6th.
**Please Note: This giveaway is limited to only residents of the United States, and the winner will receive the Amazon gift card via the email address used when commenting.
Disclosure:
Many thanks to Amazon Freevee for allowing our team to preview the series, write this review, and offer the giveaway.
All opinions are 100% my own.
Are you a busy professional struggling to find time and relief from stress? Luckily, there are effective tactics for relieving it even while working long hours at your job. In this blog post, we offer simple stress-busting techniques such as breathing exercises or scheduling regular breaks to remain calm and productive while still being at your best.
Set Aside Regular Breaks in Your Day Although it might seem counter-productive, taking regular breaks during your workday can actively help you to both accomplish more and reduce stress. Schedule five-minute breaks each day where you can step away from your desk and take some deep breaths – this will allow your mind and body to reset before returning with renewed vigor to resume your daily tasks.
Practice Mindful Breathing Mindful breathing can quickly restore calm when life gets hectic. Take five minutes daily to focus on your breathing – inhale for four counts through your nose, exhale slowly through your mouth for six counts. This simple exercise will relieve tension in your body, gain mental clarity, and maintain overall physical well-being.
Exercise Regularly Exercising regularly is key to good health and can also serve as a great way to combat stress. From jogging to gym workouts, regular physical activity will keep both body and mind in peak condition. Aim for at least 30 minutes daily of physical activity to get the maximum well-being benefits!
Unplug During Down Times Our modern world has brought us closer than ever before, yet its constant connectivity can become overwhelming and exhausting. If you have some downtime, try your best to unplug from devices. Put away phones and computers and devote yourself to self-care activities such as meditation or yoga instead of scrolling through social media feeds.
Stay Positive Staying upbeat and optimistic during hectic times may seem impossible, but it can make all the difference in stress management. Focus on solutions instead of dwelling on problems and avoid gravitating to negative thoughts as much as possible. Keep practicing staying positive, and you will soon succeed in taking on everyday challenges without anxiety!
Reach Out for Support It is important to remember that you don’t have to tackle everything alone. Sometimes reaching out can help immensely, whether by talking to a friend, family member, or mental health professional about what’s bothering you. A problem shared is a battle half won, and your stress will become lighter.
Take Time for Fun Life can become very busy and demanding, yet making time for fun activities remains essential. When you’re overwhelmed, take a break and find activities that bring you joy. Go for a walk in nature, watch an entertaining film, or listen to some tunes. Or, if creativity is more your forte, take the time to do some painting or writing that can help you reset and unwind. Allowing yourself to have some fun may just be exactly what’s needed.
Practice Healthy Habits Your food, sleep habits, and physical activity all play an integral part in stress management. Adopting healthier habits like eating nutritious meals, getting sufficient rest, and staying active can help lift your mood and reduce anxiety.
Alternative Methods Even with the strategies mentioned above, a little extra help can go a long way in getting your stress reduced. Hemp flowers from 25 Hour Farms contain cannabidiol (CBD) and other natural compounds, which have proved their ability to reduce anxiety levels, promote muscle relaxation and have a soothing effect. Aromatherapy, yoga, and meditation are also great options to provide and bring peace and tranquility.
Taking the time and dedication necessary to practice stress-busting techniques can create a healthier environment and make it easier to face everyday challenges. No matter how busy your professional life is, you can still control how stress affects you and how you handle it. With proper strategies and methods, you will feel less overwhelmed and more in control of your life.
Child sex trafficking is an evil stain on our society, and we need to help end it. The new movie SOUND OF FREEDOM opens our eyes to these heinous acts and shows how real and prevalent it is in our world today. Conservative statistics say that two million children are kidnapped or sold into this modern-day slavery yearly.
But how can we put an end to it?
The first thing is to see this film to understand this problem’s size. We also need to encourage others to see the film. As more people see the film and speak out about it, it will force this topic to be discussed publicly and not keep it a taboo issue. Another thing is to purchase a GOD’S CHILDREN ARE NOT FOR SALE T-shirt. When someone sees your T-shirt and asks about it, you can tell them that this problem must be addressed. As more people know about these crimes and are willing to speak out about them, it will force government agencies to take action to tighten and enforce laws for the people who commit them.
SOUND OF FREEDOM debuted in theaters on July 4th, a fitting date for children who need our help to regain their independence. On its first day in theaters, the film grossed $14.2 million, beating out the newest Indiana Jones movie. The film grossed over $45 million in the first week of release. People are saying YES to the film’s message. I am seeing countless interviews with Tim Ballard (the Homeland Security agent who worked to save the children), Angel Studios (the film’s distribution company), Jim Caviezel (who stars as Ballard), and Alejandro Monteverde (the film’s director). The momentum is building. Let’s keep it going!
Giveaway Announcement
To help get the word out about this important film, our team worked with Angel Studios to offer two free tickets and a GOD’S CHILDREN ARE NOT FOR SALE t-shirt. For this giveaway, we had two winners. Congratulations to Shakeia and Katherine! Shakeia will receive two tickets and a T-shirt, and Katherine will also receive a T-shirt.
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