As they say in the entertainment world, “the show must go on!”

The Isagenix segment of “Here’s to Your Health,” hosted by famed Taxi actress Marilu Henner, was scheduled to air Saturday, January 21 on the TLC network. Unfortunately, a scheduling glitch has bumped the segment until early March.   Check out the short video below and I'll keep you posted on the exact date in early March. Thanks!

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Isagenix will be featured on the TLC Network January 21st!

8:30am Pacific Standard Time; 10:30am Central Standard Time

It was last year this time that I hit my highest weight on the scale.  After being diagnosed with a thyroid disorder and told I'd probably gain weight I started accepting this way of life (being tired, over weight, etc).  It wasn't until Isagenix came into my life in April 2011 that my health transformed.  Check out this clip and if you or anyone you know is struggling with health issues let's talk.  Your health is SO important. 

Marilu Henner will be hosting a special TLC segment “Here’s to Your Health” on January 21st, 2012.

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This segment will feature successful entrepreneur, multi-million dollar earner and owner and co-founder of Isagenix, Kathy Coover and highlight the transformation stories of IsaBody Challenge 2012 Winnner Jill Birth, Lisa Wolny, and Ms. Bikini Fitness Universe, Lori Harder who all use the Isagenix "Nutritional Cleansing and Anti-aging" system.

Marilu Henner has starred on stage, in several hit TV series, films, commercials, television movies and specials. She believes that with good health you can do it all. She has an incredible amount of energy, replenished constantly with good health and eating habits.

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Love & Success,

Jill Shea

The Biggest Mistake People Make in the New Year

By:  Jill Shea

It’s a New Year and you’re ready for a change.  I'm about to share something very personal with you.   

Did you make any resolutions or goals, why do some achieve their goals and others don’t?  

Are you tired, running through your day the minute you wake up without a moment to breathe?

Are you depressed, feeling overwhelmed, do you feel alone even when you're in a room filled with people?

You may already be doing what I am going to share and if that’s the case BRAVO!  I’m a late bloomer and didn’t start applying this practice until I was in my forties.  Better late than never! Thank you God! 

We all know that daily habits make a profound difference.  If you want to lose weight …replace the junk food with healthy food.  If you want to quit smoking… replace the smoking habit with a healthy habit.   By the way, I used to take a walk around the block every time I would want a cigarette and would hold a straw like a cigarette and inhale air through it.  I was able to kick the smoking habit with that technique.   I've tried several different ways to quit smoking and this one worked the best for me, I know other people who had success with the patch and hypnosis too. 

Here’s the biggest and mistake I see people make in the New Year.  We make goals or resolutions and start hoping for a real change only to skip the foundation.  What's the foundation?  A relationship with God.

It wasn’t until I let go and let God do His will in my life that everything started to fall into place.  I completely surrendered, waiving my white flag… I GIVE UP!  I can’t do life like this anymore, I keep trying and trying to do everything my way and never felt satisfied or good enough. 

Now here’s the next step to laying the foundation… after completely surrendering I then started each day with quiet, uninterrupted alone time with God.  That meant getting up earlier than everyone else so I could just sit and be in complete silence.   This is how you can pour the foundation for your day.  I used that time to talk with God and learn more about Him by  seeking God’s presence, equipped with my Bible, journal and pen.  

My wonderful friend Michelle once told me any time spent with God is never time wasted.   I loved that!  I knew if I stayed on this course and didn’t veer to the left or right I’d be walking on the right road.   You really can have an unspeakable joy!  God continues to amaze me every day!  If your faith hasn't changed you, it hasn't saved you.  Start pouring the foundation TODAY!

He restored my health after being diagnosed with an auto-immune disease, He helped me take those steps in losing the 30 pounds I put on in a year.  He helped me see a whole new future and path for my life and it’s one I never would have dreamed of for myself.  How cool is that! 

This is not a quick fix.  In fact, you may find things get harder before they get better.  Stay the course. Remember time spent with God is never time wasted.  Give it time.

Laying the foundation can be built in the pockets of your time too.  There were days when life threw me a curve ball and the morning didn’t start as planned.  Don't let that stop you!  Sometimes that alone time has to be shifted to lunch time or I did it while waiting to pick my daughter up from school.  Just take DAILY action.

YOU have a unique story and purpose.  Don’t skimp on time spent with God each day. 

Below are the books I use every morning in my quiet time.    

• Life Application Study Bible (there is a 365-day reading plan in the back)
• Book of Proverbs (there are 31 Proverbs and it's known as the book of wisdom.  You can read one each day of the month to gain wisdom for your life and continue to do it each month)
• Jesus Calling by Sarah Young – GREAT short devotionals to read every day of the year with two Scriptures references for each day.

You're going places this year, this should inspire you to take action and live the life of your dreams.  You'll be glad you did. 

I'd love to hear what you think.  Leave a comment below. 

May He bless you with His presence.   

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Jill Shea is a Mompreneur, mentor, strategist and business owner.  Her story from college drop out to a million dollar plus business has inspired thousands.  She has over 20 years of business experience, 9 of those in the corporate world, 11 as a work-at-home mom and recently added work in children's ministry.  She specializes in helping others with life, prosperity and health.  

Are You Serious?  (Truth time…this is just between us!) 

By:  Jill Shea

We go from jingle bells to juggling bills and New Year’s Resolutions.  Are you feeling overwhelmed, have you lost your patience or are you enjoying this amazing time of year? 

It’s funny I was on Facebook yesterday and was curious about something.  I asked when does everyone take down their Christmas decorations.  Boy was there a wide variety of answers!  Some friends already took everything down, some wait until New Year’s Day, some a week into January.  What do you do?  Add your two cents to this topic on my Facebook wall. 

Let’s go back to New Year’s Resolutions shall we?  Why do we think that a specific day of the year will make a difference in our behavior or the way we live our life?

You can’t help and read all the news and tips on how to start the New Year FRESH.  Resolutions and goals are being talked about …quit smoking, lose weight, cleaning out the house, blah, blah, blah.  Shhh….don’t tell anyone I told you this but statistics show that 97% of resolutions are not realized and 92% fail in the first three days. YIKES!

Don’t get me wrong, I love turning the page of a calendar and especially a New Year and wiping the slate clean.   The question is why do we wait or put things off to change a bad habit or start something new?  From someone who quit smoking a pack of cigarettes a day, lost 30 lbs and now maintains a healthy weight, was a workaholic, ran a 5K for the first time this year when I never ran before, read the entire Bible in a year when I never picked it up in the past and canceled cable TV.  These changes happened when I made the choice and the last one I listed was a joint decision with my husband.   

We know which activities and habits we chose are good and which ones are bad. 

What if TODAY was the day we intentionally made the effort to exercise more, organized our home, listened to our children better, did more for our husband, quit smoking, started a weight loss plan that we know will work so we feel better in our body, stopped checking our cell phone for messages every 15 minutes or whatever it is you want to change. 

It’s time to take the pressure off ourselves AND stop trying to fix other people.  If we listen to our inner voice and take a step in the right direction anything is possible.  Be strong and courageous!  Add in support from family and friends and you’ll be 40-60% more likely to achieve your goal.  Sweeeeeet!

YOU are very important and there is something very special about you.  It’s doesn’t matter where you are today, you can change, put bad habits behind you and replace them with good habits.  Make each day your masterpiece.  Release the chains.  Are you ready to take that next step?  Don’t wait another day, I’m cheering for you! 

P.S.  If you’re ready to get healthy you can find how I did it by clicking here. 

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Jill Shea is a Mompreneur, mentor, strategist and  business owner.  Her story from college drop out to a million dollar plus business has inspired thousands.  She has over 20 years of business experience, 9 of those in the corporate world, 11 as a work-at-home mom and recently added work in children's ministry.  She specializes in helping others with life, prosperity and health.  

Today I am putting the spotlight on an amazing woman…Diane from My Joyful Heart!

I had the pleasure of meeting Diane this week at a serving project we did with our High School students.  We spent an evening in Diane’s My Joyful Heart warehouse helping her organize donated Christmas toys that will be delivered to Chicago children in need before Christmas.

Diane’s story starts like this…

“For many years I read newspaper stories about child abuse and thought there had to be something I could do to help these kids; I never followed up with any action, though, because I simply didn’t know what one person could do to help. When a story about a 6-year-old boy who was thrown over a 3rd floor railing to his death because he wouldn’t steal candy for his friends made news, again I felt I had to do something, but I was at a loss as to what and again I took no action.

When I read that an 8-year old boy included a hug on his Christmas wish list, my heart broke. I bought him everything on his list and much more, along with a winter coat that he greatly needed. I also sent him a bag of Hershey’s Hugs wrapped with a note that each one was a hug from me. The gifts I provided for Billy through My Joyful Heart were the only ones he received. My only wish was that Billy’s heart was as full of joy to receive his gifts as mine was to give them!

After returning to work and sharing my joy in providing for the children at Christmas, several of my co-workers wanted to sign up and help needy children. By the end of the first year, nineteen people were on board. It became clear that My Joyful Heart was being launched!”

Click here to read the full story.  You have to read the full story, it’s amazing! 

I often hear people say they want to help and do more but that they don’t know where to start.  I hope you find encouragement in Diane’s story and help us get the world out about My Joyful Heart.

Want to help?  You can do several things!

Pleeeeease, pretty please with sugar on top click here and ‘like’ the My Joyful Heart Facebook page.  You’re awesome, thanks so much for helping!!!!

Want to help more?

YOU ROCK!

You can  make a monetary donation here .

Or sponsor a child.

You could also contact My Joyful Heart and give the gift of time by helping in their warehouse.  They need help throughout the entire year not just Christmas time.

One person can make a difference!  Look at this transformation with Kenneth….

Kenneth* enrolled when he was in 7th grade. He had a bad attitude, he was disrespectful and he wasn’t showing up for school. He lives with his Mom and four siblings in a shelter – he’s homeless. My Joyful Heart gave him new clothes, hygiene products, school supplies and some fun stuff. As he graduated from 8th grade, we learned that Kenneth had made a complete turn-around, having won two awards – one for most improved student and one for most improved player on the basketball team.

When we asked Kenneth what he would say about My Joyful Heart, he said, “They gave me stuff my mom couldn’t afford and put joy in my life. Sometimes I felt people just gave up on me, but My Joyful Heart didn’t give up on me. I want to graduate high school and play basketball in college. I want to open a youth center. Things would be a lot different. I would have been hanging around the wrong people. It’s My Joyful Heart that changed a lot for me in school and everything.”

Thank you Diane for your outpouring of love, leadership, inspiration and dedication!  

Do you know someone who is taking charge and making a difference?   Doesn’t matter if it’s big or little?  Please reply or send me a private Facebook message.  I would love to share their story.  Let’s inspire one another and take charge!

Jill Shea is a home business owner, coach and trainer.  Her story from college drop out to million dollar business has inspired thousands all over the world.  She has over 20 years of business experience, 9 of those in the corporate world, 11 as a work-at-home mom and recently added work in children’s ministry.  She specializes in helping others develop the full power of their potential in all areas of life without sacrificing family, time and health.

Last night I went to Marie’s 90th birthday party.  She was smiling the entire time, happy to be surrounded by more than 20 friends plus her daughter, grandchildren and great-grandson.  A beautiful bouquet of balloons were tied to the back of her chair and a huge chocolate cake was presented to her.  You could tell she was moved by the evening as she sat there quietly smiling and taking it all in.

We sang Happy Birthday to you…then as Marie was getting ready to blow out her candles everyone was saying “make a wish Marie, make a wish Marie!”   I watched her eyes tear up and she said out loud, “I just hope I’m here again next year.”  Then she blew out her candles and we all cheered.  She was so moved and people started sharing their favorite memories with Marie.  I could see she is leaving a legacy, everyone loves Marie!

I’ve been thinking of this moment for a while now.  That gave me a good kick in the pants.  We can get so caught up in planning, doing, busy work etc.  I’ve already been planning for 2012, setting goals, training, time off etc.

What really matters?

You can have all the wealth in the world but without your health, family and friends it means nothing.  You can’t enjoy life if you are sick in bed or curled up on the couch with another cold unable to spend time with your loved ones.

Here are my priorities and actually as a family we have this displayed in a frame in our kitchen.

Family Priorities:

1.  Love God

2.  Family First

3.  Work Hard

4.  Be Kind

5.  Always tell the truth

What are your priorities?  Do you have a memorable birthday moment?  Leave a reply below.  Take good care of yourself friends!

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Jill Sheais a wife, mother, home manager, business developer and coach.  Her story from college drop out to million dollar business has inspired thousands all over the world.  She has over 20 years of business experience, 9 of those in the corporate world, 11 as a work-at-home mom and recently added work in children’s ministry.  She specializes in helping others develop the full power of their potential in all areas of life without sacrificing family, time and health.

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Ran my very first 5K this month and it was exciting!!!  I had no idea what to expect.  Now when I think back about this experience I realize there were so many lessons to learn and it wasn’t just about running a race. It has everything to do with life in general.

When you embark on something new, find a mentor!  I could not have done this race if it’s wasn’t for my cousins Chris and Lynn.  They gave me suggestions on what to do before and during the race.  Whenever you start something new, why struggle alone?  It was much easier to tackle this goal by following those who have done it before me.

  Be still and enjoy the journey.  If you’re not taking time to quiet your mind you’ll burnout.  There’s so many distractions these days.  We have to force ourselves to stop and see the beauty in what’s around us.  Sometimes those breaks find us!  The morning of the race it was a beautiful fall day in Chicago.  I couldn’t help but stop and take a picture of this moment where it was so quiet and peaceful at Buckingham Fountain.

Develop your posture and skill set.  Stand up straight, chin up, be confident, you have so much to offer!  Smile and be happy!  Life is so much more enjoyable to be around people who are happy.  Like attract like.  Think about The Strangest Secret…we become what we think about.  Act ‘as if’ it’s already happened.

So here I am before the race, never ran a 5K before. In fact I always hated running in high school.  I dreaded running that mile in gym class ugh!  Now I have a desire in me to run so I bought running shoes, trained my body and mind. I’m ready!

Chicago 5K Hot Chocolate Race Start Line

Getting started is the hardest part. I could barely see the ‘start’ line it was so crowded.  It is so hard to even see in this picture.  There were tons of people at this race. I believe the count was around 20,000 people.  As we approached the start line I was excited and nervous all at the same time.  Once we actually started and ran a little bit the crowd spread out and it was much easier the rest of the way.  Don’t you get frustrated sometimes when you begin a project?  Then every time we push through and do it we look back and realize it’s just that part where we have to start that can be the most challenging.

Learn to weave in and out, keep moving forward and do what hurts.  During the race there were times when I had to run around people, pull back and move to the left or right, hit a blind spot from the sun and kept looking down so I could at least follow my cousin’s feet and then of course there came a point where it was work and not easy.  Pace yourself and know there will be challenges along the way.  You may have to do what hurts.  There can be many obstacles in anything that we pursue.  Learning to find solutions and doing whatever it takes will get us closer to the finish line.

Slow and steady wins the race.  There was an uphill section at the end of the race that I was able to complete because I didn’t run full out the entire time.  I remember at one point thinking I was going to tire out then I remembered to slow down a bit and save some energy for the finish.  Once I saw the finish line that was it. I KNEW I could do it.  At that point I had a surge of energy and was able to pick up the pace and cross the finish line.  What an amazing feeling! Your energy is your #1 asset.  Use it wisely.

Chris & Jill at the Post Race Party

Celebrate every victory whether it’s big or small!  Completing a 5K race has been a dream of mine for a few years.  It felt so good to say, “I finished!”  My cousin and I then went to the post race party and celebrated with hot chocolate and chocolate fondue.  Oh it was soooo good!!!!  What goals and dreams do you have?  Are you taking a step towards your goals?  I don’t know, all I know is life, relationships, health, business, you name it, if we don’t push ourselves to do more it’s easy to get comfortable.  When you stick your neck out and stretch to do more you’ll make  progress.  I hope this helps you reach higher and live your dreams!

Chocolate fondue YUMMY!

Oh and by the way I ended up finishing as number 5,809 out of 18,363 runners.  Hey that’s means I finished with the top 30%.  Not bad for my first time and I ended up running a 10 minute mile. Always know your numbers. : )

Love & Success!

Jill

Mmm...Hot Chocolate!

Time for a change.  Making a few updates to my blog.  : )

What path do you choose? 

Do you go with the crowd or take the road less traveled?  I took this picture while on a walk with a friend.  Good reminder to stay on the path you know with all your heart and mind is right.

Just because everyone is doing something different doesn’t mean it’s right for you.  We are where we are in our life because of our choices.   That brings me back to one of my favorite quotes: “It’s choice – not chance – that determines your destiny.”    What are you choosing today?  I’d LOVE to hear from you!

This is a test, this is only a test. ha ha!  I’m blogging on a new platform starting today and it’s very exciting!  There is a quote I ran across this morning that is appropriate for this first blog post.

“The day you take complete responsibility for yourself, the day you stop making excuses, that’s the day you start moving down the road to success.” Nikita Koloff

I look forward to walking along side you and cheering each other on as we take charge of our lives and step up and step out to accomplish what we were meant to in this lifetime.  YOU have a purpose, arise and shine!  Let’s GO!

Happy New Year!

September is the PERFECT time to DECIDE to make those changes you always wanted in your life.  You’re worth it!

Let’s face it, there’s no excuse.  Kids are back in school, everyone is done vacationing for the most part and it’s time to get our rears in gear!

You are invited to join me and over 100 people for a 30 Day Transformation that starts Tuesday, September 6th.  Registrations ends TODAY!  Oh and did I mention you can win BIG money… $500, $300, $200 and several more winning $100.  Cha-ching!

• Are the pounds creeping on each month?
• Do you have thyroid problems like me?  
• Shorts weather is almost over for us in the Midwest.  Have you tried your jeans on lately?

I know how frustrating it is having to buy yourself bigger clothes every season.   It’s NO FUN!!!!

Do you remember Susan Powter from 1994 … “STOP THE INSANITY!”  : )  he he  Susan was right on when she said “diets don’t work.”  I SO agree with that statement!

If you’re still reading then maybe you were led here for a reason?  It’s always easier when you have an accountability partner.  I want to be YOUR partner this month, let’s talk!  EVERYONE is invited.

Direct message me so I know you’re on board and we can keep tabs on each other.  Click here to direct message me and connect on Facebook

Let’s make September our best month yet, take charge of YOUR life!

With love,  (and a kick in the pants)

Jill