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Get up early

While reading through the book, Launching Leaders: An Empowering Journey for a New Generation, by Steven A. Hitz, I have become excited about his formula for success. They include:
1. Get up early
2. Work hard
3. Get your education
4. Find oil
5. Make your mark
6. Prepare to serve
This is a game plan I am excited to implement in my life. This last week I decided to focus on number one. As I first read this formula, I thought I had already been living well within number one. I have a daughter in early morning seminary, which forces me to wake up earlier than I normally would. But as I read through the book, waking up early is not just the action of getting out of bed, but utilizing that time to get things accomplished. I have been waking up earlier than just rolling out of bed and jumping in the car in my pajamas to set set my day up for success. I have been reading my scriptures, meditating, and going through my tasks I need to complete. This has made a world of difference. I feel more intentional and connected with my Father in Heaven. I am more in tune with the spirit as I drive to seminary with my daughter in the car. I have found that she opens up in the car and shares much more than if I asked her direct questions. In that early, empty car I have been able to be much more aware of that special blessing I have with her thanks to waking up earlier.

I am looking forward to implementing the rest of these throughout my life. For the last couple of years, I have been feeling lost and unsure of where my Father in Heaven would have me do. I feel like this formula is an answer to prayers. It is a strait forward plan that, if I keep aligned with His will, I am confident I can live my purpose. 

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