Quotes by Dana Arcuri

Similar to a butterfly, Ive gone through a metamorphosis, been released from my dark cocoon, embraced my wings, and soared!

The secret of making lasting change is to acknowledge and accept that real change takes time and patience. We didnt get chronically ill overnight. We didnt gain weight in one week or even one month. Good chance, it may take us longer than twenty-one days to overcome whatever were facing. Whether its something physical, emotional, spiritual, or a combination, we may need to be realistic in our goals for meaningful change to happen. The first step is getting started!

While you desire lasting change with positive results, it will take commitment from you to transform your dreams into a reality. Be aware that there can be tough moments when youre ready to throw in the towel. Frustrating times when you may want to quit. When it gets rough or you hit a roadblock, you must forge ahead and keep going. Despite blood, sweat, and tears, do not give up on yourself. You are worth the fight for a brighter future!

There is something magical and transformational about saying “yes” to God. When you take His hand, step out of that boat (your ordinary, comfortable life), and be brave. Instead of spending your lifetime living in fear and playing it safe, you boldly walk in obedience. God makes you brave.

Being stuck serves a spiritual purpose. Its a bountiful harvest for transformation to occur. It tells us that a change is needed. More than any type of outward change, whats really being asked of us is an inner change. It could be a change of heart, change of priorities, a change of beliefs, or even a change of perspective.

Our faith is built in the dark, in the valleys, and during the back-breaking battles in life.

When we are stuck in a rut we are being invited to grow and expand.

When we observe trials and tribulations in our world, theres even more reason to lighten the heavy load. Sometimes life gets tough and its disheartening. Never mind happiness; what we genuinely need is joy! God didnt intend for us to be sad or serious all of the time. His word in Proverbs 17:22 (ESV) says, “A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.

The beauty of adversity is that when we hit bottom, the only way to go is up.

When life gets hectic and you feel overwhelmed, take a moment to focus on the people and things you are most grateful for. When you have an attitude of gratitude, frustrating troubles will fall by the wayside.

The Lord doesnt always make our paths smooth sailing, but He does make it possible to rise above adversity.

The truth is real change begins with your willingness and courage to take the first step forward. Usually, the first step is the most difficult one to take. All resistances and old habits must be eliminated. Deep within you there must be determination to overcome your obstacles. To believe God has something better for you and lean on Him as you persevere.

Happiness is an emotion based on positive circumstances within our lives. The origin of the word “happiness” was derived from the same root “hap”, similar to the word “happening.” Depending on whats happening in our lives, were either happy or sad. Its based on pure luck and good fortune.

God is calling you to relinquish your old habits and beliefs that are holding you back from being all He called you to be. To trust that He has something bigger and better in store for you.

In essence, joy is the quiet confidence that everything will work out right. The best part of being filled with joy is that its contagious. Your joy overflows. You cant keep it to yourself. It spills over to touch other lives in such a marvelous way. People around you want to be in your company. You lift their spirits!

Although we may encounter dark seasons, when were filled with joy well have confident expectations that the sun will soon return and dark clouds will pass.

The truth is that each of us fall short of loving unconditionally. We dont love others the way God loves us. Yet Jesus extended perfect love by living and dying for all of our sins. In spite of our failures, weaknesses, and selfishness, He sacrificed His own life so we could have eternal life.

When we no longer have the strength to keep on walking, God will carry us. His strength is enough for you and I.

If youre facing a season of trials, dont allow the enemy to have a field day by putting negative thoughts in your mind. Let go of stinking thinking. Instead of turning away from God in anger or confusion, run into His loving arms where He will comfort you.

The more you are grateful for what you have the more you can live fully in the present. When you live in the present moment the greater you can build stepping stones for a brighter future.