The Balance in F.A.I.T.H.

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   Then, work towards balancing them together as you grow them all. 

Using the Wagon Wheel model, one just needs to draw a circle with a dot in the center.  On the outside of the circle, spread out the letters of F.A.I.T.H. so they are spread out evenly all the way around.  

Now, ask yourself, on a scale of one to ten, one meaning nothing, and ten meaning fantastic, rate  yourself on each of the five topics.  Your involvement, how well you feel you are doing.  Now, draw a line from the center towards the outside in the direction of the corresponding letter.  For example, if you gave yourself a 5 for Family, then you would draw a line half way to the circle towards the F for Family.  If you gave yourself a 9 for Investments, then you would draw the line almost to the circle.  Do this for all five categories.  

Now that you are complete, redraw your circle connecting the top of each line you drew showing where you are currently in regards to that topic.  I think you will quickly see which areas you need to focus on first so your Wagon Wheel can roll evenly.  

  Set your goals and go after it!  And most of all, HAVE FUN!

This one is easier and straight to the point.  Draw a vertical line.  This is your level of of that topic, how well you are doing in that area.  Draw a horizontal line at from the bottom of the vertical line towards the right.  Underneath this line, spread out the letters of F.A.I.T.H.  Now ask yourself the question as to how well you are doing in each of these categories.  Keep it simple, use the scale of 1 through 10.  Wen you are finished, connect the tops of the bars  you just drew.  I think you will quickly see what areas need attention and what it will take to get you closer to balance and harmony in your life!

You will see progress if you set a goal and did something different to achieve your goal.  However, if nothing happened, change the game plan and try something different.  You will eventually find what works best for you!

Your family needs you, your friends need you, and God needs you!  Keep learning and sharing and fun along the way!