Finish Lines are Forever (Michelle D. Howe)

My heart sank as I heard of the bombings yesterday in Boston.  What a horrific scene!  My mind could not comprehend this act of violence at the finish line of the marathon. Finish lines are supposed to be celebratory. People … Continue reading

What Happens When the Leader Gets Stuck? (Michelle D. Howe)

Today I woke up.  Not yesterday but just now.  Why?  Because a good friend told me to go for a bike ride.  I needed this bike ride to reconnect, refocus and remember how I show up in my body is … Continue reading

Straight from the Heart – A Gratitude Journal (Michelle D. Howe)

My word for this year is gratitude. In the past, I have been thankful before meals and in my prayers but I have never been intentionally grateful so to experience the fullness of my salvation. This year I’m venturing into … Continue reading

Recognition Won’t Last or Satisfy by Michelle D. Howe

Recognition is so powerful.  It can raise us up to a level that makes us feel loved, appreciated and special.  It feels good to be recognized for a job well done.  Unfortunately it is short-lived and it is addicting.  A … Continue reading

10 Rules for Know It Alls and Loud Mouths by Michelle D. Howe

Ladies of I Woke Up Yesterday desire to expand our presence so to affect more lives with these messages God has placed on our hearts.  Therefore from October 1st -10th we will be releasing 10 for 10 – some top ten list … Continue reading

Why I Started Weekend of Wins by Michelle D. Howe

Why did I start “Weekend of Wins? So that I can help support others in building a renewed sense of confidence and the evidence needed for them to achieve their God-given potential.  This is what God used in my life, … Continue reading

Principles from How To Win Friends and Influence People shared by Michelle

I had the privilege over 15 years ago to go through Dale Carnegie training while working as the marketing and membership director at the local Chamber of Commerce in my hometown.  It was such an honor to be exposed to such … Continue reading

I Decided…I Did It…and So Can YOU! by Michelle D. Howe

(repost) 20Sep I woke at 4:55 on Saturday morning, to get up and go out to do a long run of 10.5 miles.   Before leaving my driveway, I had decided that today’s run was going to be different because I was … Continue reading

The 5 Most Important Areas to Receive Support, by Michelle D. Howe

Are you one to ask for support in certain areas of your life or do you not reach out to others due to pride or past hurts?  Everyone needs people in their life to encourage, support, uplift them on life’s … Continue reading

Weight Loss and Worthy, by Michelle D. Howe

Have you ever lost weight and felt like everyone is looking at you and judging you?  Why did you lose weight? You didn’t need to?  Who does she thinks she is?  Is she trying to be better than everyone else?  … Continue reading