Gratitude is defined as the quality or feeling of being grateful or thankful. I believe this is one of the greatest gifts we can possess. When so many people are depressed, especially during the holiday season, I believe the best medicine is a good dose of gratitude!
I have come to understand that in life, there is always someone worse off than you, someone else who would give their right arm to be in your shoes. So, today, instead of lamenting over the things you do not have, how about rejoicing over what you do have?
May I be transparent?…
Almost two years ago I was working in corporate America and doing what I love to do, writing books, blogs and life coaching when the time availed itself. I shared with God, in my quiet time, that I really wanted to do these things full time. Well, wouldn’t you know it, the company moved out of state and closed all of its Midwest offices!
I only had enough savings for six months. I could not find gainful employment. Unemployment ran out. I had to give up my place. I didn’t realize that all I was going through was the universe moving me toward my answered prayer. I FINALLY got it!
I completed my second book, started blogging, writing and coaching full time. I acquired my Doctorate in Christian Counseling to go along with my Coaching Certification. Now, I said none of this for your sympathy or your praise. It was said simply for this: 
When we go through things maybe we should examine what we have asked God or the universe to send our way. Everything that we define as bad isn’t always what it seems. Sometimes, good things come in not so good packages! Has it been easy? Not always. Would I do things differently? Probably not.
My path has made me who I am today and this girl, right here, I kind of like who she has become!
With all of that said, I just to say to all of you, thanks! I am grateful that you allow me to share in your life in this manner! I consider it a privilege and an honor. It is one of the things I am GRATEFUL for! Enjoy your day, your week, your month, your year, YOUR LIFE! Live A Great Life 2Day!
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Dr. Orley Anderson is the youngest of 13 children born to Pastor Henry and Essie W. Linzy of Chicago, IL. (Both deceased). Anderson is a mother of 3, grandmother of 3, Godmother of 7 and spiritual mother/advisor of countless others. Anderson grew up on the Westside of Chicago. Though the neighborhood she grew up in was considered poor, Dr. Anderson remembers always having what was needed materially.
Anderson received her Associates in Applied Science at Wilbur Wright College and went on to acquire her Bachelor of Science Christian Counseling, Master of Science Christian Counseling and her Doctorate of Christian Counseling at Dowell Institute Theological Seminary. Anderson is also a Certified Professional Coach (CPC) and an Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner (ELI-MP). Both certifications obtained through (iPEC) Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching.
Dr. Anderson has received numerous awards and accolades in both the professional and spiritual arenas for her hard work, dedication and service to the community.
Dr. Anderson was ordained as an Elder in the Baptist Church in November of 1992. She has spent countless years mentoring and counseling couples and individuals to help them get their lives back on track.
Anderson’s endeavor in life is to live her life to make the lives of others better. Anderson believes “Most of us have done things in life that we wish we had not done. We struggle through guilt, hurt, depression, shame and other emotions that seem to pull us deeper into that black hole of self-torment. It is her belief that we can recover! There is a way out!” Because of her struggles in life, Anderson began to pen her life’s journey as a form of healing and inspiration for herself. As she chronicled these experiences, through song, poetry and narratives of life events, she discovered her purpose. The joy of sharing her expression of love, life, tragedy and triumph, inspired Ollie to follow her dream of becoming an author and Life Purpose Coach. As a Life Coach she uses the wisdom of life lessons, her intuitive spirit, experience and extensive education to help others succeed in their lives and follow their dreams. Her main goal is to liberate others and support them in their endeavor to live optimal lives. As a published author with two books and an active blogger, she uses her pen to share knowledge from her personal and spiritual experiences. Her desire is to inspire others to keep going in life amidst trials and adversities they may encounter — she does this all within the pages of her blogs and her books, including her latest book “FORGIVEN: The Cost of the Oil.”
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Gratitude is defined as the quality or feeling of being grateful or thankful. I believe this is one of the greatest gifts we can possess. When so many people are depressed, especially during the holiday season, I believe the best medicine is a good dose of gratitude!
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Oh, yes, Ollie, I can relate in that the challenges of my today could become my abundance of possibility tomorrow and is just a stepping stone to God’s bigger plan for my life! I believe and receive it.
Thanks for this inspiring testimony of your truths!
Blessings,
Clara.
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Clara that was wonderfully stated! Blessings to you in this season
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