This poem teaches me to have balance and where that balance comes from. I need Thee Lord as the flower needs the sun, the rain and the soil. Be to me the Son that lights my way. The rain that waters my thirst and the soil that feeds my soul that Thy righteousness my be my bloom.
This reminds me of one of my favorite talks on this topic, O Be Wise, by Elder Ballard, Oct. 2006. He also says in that talk (paraphrasing) that in any given responsibility, there is no such thing as "done," and there is always more that could be done. "The key, it seems to me, is to know and understand your own capabilities and limitations and then to pace yourself, allocating and prioritizing your time, your attention, and your resources to wisely help others, including your family, in their quest for eternal life."
I'm so greatful for our apostles. We have 15 strong men to help us . Simular to the 15 who the Lord used to deliver King Limhi , Alma and the Nephites out of bondage.
When I was a teenager most of our leaders concern was this.. until our stake Pres then our Branch Pres. distinctly says know what is important at a time
This is what I told my spouse years ago. Now I'm sitting here on our bed alone because the most important plate got dropped. I weep every day for my family. We didn't deserve this!! We deserved to be loved and cared for. My spouse blames me for our separation and impending divorce. The truth is that my spouse chose to walk away from our family plate.
Friend, it sounds like you’ve not accepted your share of the responsibility for this outcome considering you finished with that last sentence pointing the finger at your spouse. First thing I would suggest you do is humble yourself enough to tell your spouse that you acknowledge your role in that plate falling down. Don’t put a percentage of blame on it. Don’t put the blame on them even if you might want to do so. You can’t be reconciled if you’re blaming them for problems that you may have a bigger role in creating than you even realize. Second, open your ears to listen and hear their complaint or concern. If you’re listening with sincerity, a potential solution or compromise might be more discernible. Or your understanding might allow peace in moving forward as things are now. In Christ’s name.
@mikespage0123 - that is a very harsh judgement to make on this person you dont know and you may be making it from your perspective and what you have experienced in life. I can tell you now - many marriages fail because 1 in it dropped the plates early on and the other was running around after that one picking up the pieces all the time. There are many dynamics and types of marriage relationships... and it's all math. If any fail it's boils diwn to the following 2 explanations. 1. Both gave up (dropped plates etc) - in this circumstance both usually walk away blaming the other and learn nothing. 2. 1 gave up while the other tried to keep it going. In this circumstance- the one who gave up will be blaming the other. .. while the one who tried to keep it together can learn from the experience that they will not go into another with a partner who is not invested for the long run... and they will work on themselves harder to improve in the mean time. Or they too will remain a victim because they may have chosen a partner from the choosing skills they learned in their toxic upbringing. Please retract your comments to this person whose heart is aching - as we don't know their personal circumstance and you are just adding more pain.
How does this advise not apply to EVERY broken relationship? The cause of the brokenness is often complicated and never the entire fault of one or the other. @@Jeanie-nv7lo
Misplaced priorities have sunk many a marriage. Please keep your eyes on the Savior. ❤️You and your children will heal. Set that example for them. Jackie Kennedy said ( after the assassination left her alone with the children.) “One cannot let one life be dominated by sadness.” I know you must grieve for the loss of your marriage. But please look to the Lord and keep a gratitude journal. Start with little things I’ve been through this and I promise it will help.❤️
@@Mr.jacob21 You sound like another Mormon drone repeating church dogma. In 20+ years of membership the only thing that I found challenging was staying awake during the idiotic Masonic temple sessions.
So true . Always liked Elder Bernard 🙏
This poem teaches me to have balance and where that balance comes from.
I need Thee Lord as the flower needs the sun, the rain and the soil. Be to me the Son that lights my way. The rain that waters my thirst and the soil that feeds my soul that Thy righteousness my be my bloom.
Great counsel. Especially in today’s world.
This reminds me of one of my favorite talks on this topic, O Be Wise, by Elder Ballard, Oct. 2006. He also says in that talk (paraphrasing) that in any given responsibility, there is no such thing as "done," and there is always more that could be done.
"The key, it seems to me, is to know and understand your own capabilities and limitations and then to pace yourself, allocating and prioritizing your time, your attention, and your resources to wisely help others, including your family, in their quest for eternal life."
Elder Bednar is a distant cousin. He’s also my favorite apostle!
I’m not related to him but he is still my favorite! 😃
I'm so greatful for our apostles. We have 15 strong men to help us . Simular to the 15 who the Lord used to deliver King Limhi , Alma and the Nephites out of bondage.
Thank you 🙏 thank you and thank you 🙏
Awesome!!! Much needed in todays world!!!
I just listened to this Q and A session it's so good!
When I was a teenager most of our leaders concern was this.. until our stake Pres then our Branch Pres. distinctly says know what is important at a time
Love u brothers n sisters
I've spent the last decade and a half delving into the "productivity genre" and this is some of the best advice I've heard.
DANG! I LOVE your podcasts. Keep them coming when the Lord directs you to.
Another fantastic video! Thank you!
This is profound!
Nice background music. I love that song!
Commit to the most important "plates" and give each a turn in their proper order and time.
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This is what I told my spouse years ago. Now I'm sitting here on our bed alone because the most important plate got dropped. I weep every day for my family. We didn't deserve this!! We deserved to be loved and cared for. My spouse blames me for our separation and impending divorce. The truth is that my spouse chose to walk away from our family plate.
Friend, it sounds like you’ve not accepted your share of the responsibility for this outcome considering you finished with that last sentence pointing the finger at your spouse. First thing I would suggest you do is humble yourself enough to tell your spouse that you acknowledge your role in that plate falling down. Don’t put a percentage of blame on it. Don’t put the blame on them even if you might want to do so. You can’t be reconciled if you’re blaming them for problems that you may have a bigger role in creating than you even realize. Second, open your ears to listen and hear their complaint or concern. If you’re listening with sincerity, a potential solution or compromise might be more discernible. Or your understanding might allow peace in moving forward as things are now. In Christ’s name.
@mikespage0123 - that is a very harsh judgement to make on this person you dont know and you may be making it from your perspective and what you have experienced in life. I can tell you now - many marriages fail because 1 in it dropped the plates early on and the other was running around after that one picking up the pieces all the time. There are many dynamics and types of marriage relationships... and it's all math. If any fail it's boils diwn to the following 2 explanations.
1. Both gave up (dropped plates etc) - in this circumstance both usually walk away blaming the other and learn nothing.
2. 1 gave up while the other tried to keep it going. In this circumstance- the one who gave up will be blaming the other. .. while the one who tried to keep it together can learn from the experience that they will not go into another with a partner who is not invested for the long run... and they will work on themselves harder to improve in the mean time. Or they too will remain a victim because they may have chosen a partner from the choosing skills they learned in their toxic upbringing.
Please retract your comments to this person whose heart is aching - as we don't know their personal circumstance and you are just adding more pain.
@@Jeanie-nv7lo TLDR
How does this advise not apply to EVERY broken relationship? The cause of the brokenness is often complicated and never the entire fault of one or the other. @@Jeanie-nv7lo
Misplaced priorities have sunk many a marriage. Please keep your eyes on the Savior. ❤️You and your children will heal. Set that example for them. Jackie Kennedy said ( after the assassination left her alone with the children.) “One cannot let one life be dominated by sadness.” I know you must grieve for the loss of your marriage. But please look to the Lord and keep a gratitude journal. Start with little things I’ve been through this and I promise it will help.❤️
You can do anything, but you can’t do everything.
Balance is bogus. ❤
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Uh, I LOVE this apostle... but mothers have to be ready to do many things at once, 24/7. Putting God 1st helps us do it.
Amen Steph!
My life was made immensely easier when I quit doing all the mormon crap.
I don’t seek an easy life I seek a life worth living which will often entail challenges
@@Mr.jacob21 You sound like another Mormon drone repeating church dogma. In 20+ years of membership the only thing that I found challenging was staying awake during the idiotic Masonic temple sessions.