Tag Archives: Patti Fralix

Love is Action

My heart is broken. My dear first cousin, Mason Peay, passed away on Tuesday, May 26th at the young age of 63. Mason had a major stroke one week before. Although the doctors and nurses at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital … Continue reading

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7 Years of Sobriety

On May 7, 2019, I took my last drink of alcohol. At the time, I had not made the decision to never drink alcohol again. I just decided that I needed to take a break. While I hoped that I … Continue reading

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The Next Step We Take

When I walk, which I try to do as many days as possible, I listen to podcasts. I often hear something that I want to remember, and stop and make a note of it. This morning while thinking of this … Continue reading

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Inspiring Positive Change®

Do you ever think about your impact on others? Is it normally positive? Do you help others, or are you one who is more for self? Do you inspire others to be their best? When given the opportunity, do you … Continue reading

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Programming Our Mind For Action

2026 is in full swing, and if you haven’t done so already, it is time. Time to decide what you want this year to be for you. One process, or model, that can help is to program your mind. This … Continue reading

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Getting Things Done During Weather Disruptions

In North Carolina we have had two significant weather disruptions in the past week. The first was last weekend, when many in our area were sequestered in their homes over the weekend due to extremely cold weather, snow, sleet and … Continue reading

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2025 is a Wrap

Another year is in the history books, or technically, is about to be. How has 2025 been for you? While there isn’t much we can do on this very last day of the year, it is good to do a … Continue reading

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A Different Christmas

I never thought I would be the one to say this, but I am not putting up a Christmas tree this year. There were years that I had five trees, and many other Christmas decorations. This year, there will not … Continue reading

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Truisms

“No matter how good or bad things are, they are never permanent. Nothing stays the same, no matter how much you want it to.” That is why it is so important to live in the present, not grieving for the … Continue reading

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Think On These Things

Sometimes the well is dry. No words will come. I am having one of those days. So, it is hard for me to attempt to inspire anyone with my words. When I have these times, which thankfully isn’t often, I … Continue reading

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