If you have certain goals that you're hoping to achieve, don't put things off for later, because later doesn't always come, and sometimes it turns into a pattern of laziness, and perhaps even a bad habit of postponing things. People might even become flaky, canceling plans for lack of motivation or energy. Taking a short break is normal and can even be beneficial, especially for those that tend to be workaholics. But, a short break or even a little vacation isn't the same thing as postponing goals. Remember those famous hashtags of #workhard and #playhard because they need to resonate to someone that wants to be successful. Remember there should be balance in life, but if we want things to be a certain way and we're not willing to settle for less, then we need to work hard for it.

It's important that if you choose to make things work in your relationship and to give your partner another chance at being an honest person and partner to you, then you must do so fully, and with a clean slate, as if nothing ever happened. This can be truly hard to do, as you've already lost trust in the person. However, you can still have a clean slate and give someone a brand-new beginning if you choose to. Having said that, I'd highly recommend doing so with a certain amount of caution. The fact of the matter is, when someone is capable of lying to any extent to someone that they love so dearly, it's likely that they could do it again. Having a forgiving heart is a very powerful and beautiful quality. Depending on how badly your trust was taken for granted, it's not necessarily a bad thing to give second chances in relationships.


If you choose to stay with the person that lied to you, you basically need to do so with an open heart and not badger the person that lied to you, but give them a genuine chance at starting over. It's important to give people the benefit of the doubt when in doubt of their honesty, and especially when it's someone that you love. No one likes to be taken advantage of, and especially not by someone that they love. It's important that if you're willing to give your partner another shot at being honest and truthful to you in your relationship, that you do so with a accepting, trusting, loving, and forgiving heart. It's not an easy thing to do. But, if you want to grow from this hardship in your relationship, you have to be willing to let go, forgive, and make peace.

Can we ever make a relationship last? Are all relationships doomed to fail? We can’t control external circumstances, but you can build on what you already have. Most times we don’t realize that the foundation is already there like trust, hope, communication, fidelity, and being able to share dreams without fear. “Good relationships don’t just happen; they take time, patience and two people who truly want to work to be together,” Everyday Lessons wrote, and they were right. Here are five simple ways to know if this is right for you.

Trust
Trust is a major ingredient that makes a relationship work. If the other person doesn’t even trust you to go to the store alone, or with friends, this will be a problem. People, who stay in a relationship where there is no trust, end up living anxious filled lives. They are afraid to do anything without approval. On the flip side, of you have trust—good for both of you. This is a huge asset.

Conflict
Learning how to deal with conflict is a major component in making a lasting relationship. Psychology Today shared that it is key to know how to handle conflict. Just because we have an argument doesn’t mean you have to end a relationship. "Couples with poor conflict resolution skills typically engage in fight, flight, or freeze behaviors. They fight and stay mad, sometimes holding grudges for years. They flight and avoid important issues by sweeping them under the rug.”


Respect
Respect for each other’s beliefs, or dreams is needed for a solid partnership, and allows for growth down the road. When we are with anyone who critiques, disrespects, and embarrasses you, it spells trouble.

Hope
If there is no hope, well, move on. Any relationship where we are going through the emotions never work. However, if both of you are on the same page with life, kids, and the major decisions—rock on! This is a great sign that this team will go on, and last

These Serenity Prayer to your life can help you through life’s most difficult circumstances.
The Bible tells us “Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go” (Joshua 1:9). It’s important to have faith in God even when you’re dealing with the storms of life, but this can be especially difficult when you can’t see a way. There are many situations that we face in life that can propel us toward God or away from Him. One great way to deal with these challenges is to turn to prayer.

Prayer is a powerful tool for communicating with our Heavenly Father.
It is an opportunity to become one with the Creator and Giver of all things. Prayer helps us to find strength for today and hope for our future. We should actively pray and trust in its power to change our circumstances for good. Your faith life directly correlates to the quality of your prayer life. Prayer has the power to change not only the people and things around you. Prayer also has the power to change you from the inside out. When you’re in need of strength, remember that God is the number one healer and can guide you in endless ways. If your heart and life are centered on God, His Word and His Holy Spirit, you can rest assured that He will direct your path.
The Serenity Prayer offers valuable lessons and wisdom on dealing with life’s toughest circumstances. The Serenity Prayer is the common name for the prayer written by American theologian Reinhold. The best known form of the prayer reads “God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.” The Serenity Prayer has given people from all different walks of life the courage to deal with some of life’s toughest situations. It is a great prayer for Christians to use to encourage them, especially when the chips are down. Here are five ways the Serenity Prayer can bring you through any storm.

These Serenity Prayer to your life can help you through life’s most difficult circumstances.
The Bible tells us “Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go” (Joshua 1:9). It’s important to have faith in God even when you’re dealing with the storms of life, but this can be especially difficult when you can’t see a way. There are many situations that we face in life that can propel us toward God or away from Him. One great way to deal with these challenges is to turn to prayer.

Prayer is a powerful tool for communicating with our Heavenly Father.
It is an opportunity to become one with the Creator and Giver of all things. Prayer helps us to find strength for today and hope for our future. We should actively pray and trust in its power to change our circumstances for good. Your faith life directly correlates to the quality of your prayer life. Prayer has the power to change not only the people and things around you. Prayer also has the power to change you from the inside out. When you’re in need of strength, remember that God is the number one healer and can guide you in endless ways. If your heart and life are centered on God, His Word and His Holy Spirit, you can rest assured that He will direct your path.
The Serenity Prayer offers valuable lessons and wisdom on dealing with life’s toughest circumstances. The Serenity Prayer is the common name for the prayer written by American theologian Reinhold. The best known form of the prayer reads “God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.” The Serenity Prayer has given people from all different walks of life the courage to deal with some of life’s toughest situations. It is a great prayer for Christians to use to encourage them, especially when the chips are down. Here are five ways the Serenity Prayer can bring you through any storm.

Do not be anxious about anything for God is with you.

If you lack confidence, it may be a result of anxiety in your heart. Worrying can be harmful not only to our emotional health, but also to our physical health. Excessive worrying can lead to depression and can even cause us to become physically ill. When we worry, we get so lost in what “might” happen that we lose sight of our peace and happiness, and can no longer find our inner calm. If worry is currently on your heart or you’ve simply lost your way, there is hope, and that hope can be channeled through prayer. The Bible tells us to cast our anxieties on the Lord and do not be anxious about anything for God is with us. Not only do you have the ear of our great Heavenly Father, but you also have been giving the privilege of being used of God to help change the lives of those around you, even those people you don’t even know. God has made available to you His reservoir of power, wisdom, love and grace, if only you are willing to believe, trust and obey Him. When you say these silently or out loud, change will happen. Here are six ways to pray with confidence and grace.

[b] Turn Bible Verses Into Prayers

You can take verses from the Bible and turn them into powerful prayers. Using God’s Word as a guide can give you a new sense of confidence and direction when you don’t know what to say. When you read 1 John 5:14, notice it says we can pray with certainty when we ask God for what is already part of His will: “This is the confidence which we have before Him, that, if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us.” Turning Bible verses into prayers increases your confidence over time, knowing that you are praying God’s will when you pray God’s Word. Wanting your prayers to be filled with power and your heart to be infused with faith, look for Scripture’s about God’s will and God’s ways. One example is Hebrews 4:12 where God teaches us His Word is “alive and active.” Praying that truth, we can asked to make His Word come alive in a situation and become active in the person’s life you’re praying for.

Be Confident In Your Prayers

What do your prayers look like, sound like and feel like? Are you confident in your prayers, that they are being heard and making a difference? We usually don’t have trouble coming up with the asking part, but we struggle on the receiving end with God’s answers to the point where we either doubt, “I wonder if God listens?” or despair, “Why bother?” We’ve all been there. The truth is, the main way that God deepens, strengthens and awakens confidence in prayer is not through answered prayer. It’s by the word of the living God! When God says, “I hear you,” we should believe Him. So when your confidence in prayer languishes and you feel like falling back, remember that prayer has power. Keep believing in that power.