Topic:  Open Your Mouth and Speak Up! There Are Miracles Inside.

Proverbs 18:20-21 -   A man’s stomach shall be satisfied from the fruit of his mouth; From the produce of his lips he shall be filled. Death and life are in the power of the tongue, And those who love it will eat its fruit.

Colossians 3:16    -  Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord....

Life is so precious and it is truly a gift to be savored and enjoyed from your first breath and all the way to your last breath. Our time is measured; however, we do not know when time as we understand it will no longer exists. Consider the majestic beauty of a sunrise and sunset; how about the many people we meet during our lives.  Several people I know and love transitioned within the last year and I am amazed at how many really took the opportunity to live life to the fullest and how many ...

What's in Your Mouth - Speak Life Over Yourself!

This month’s topic reminds us to be our own cheerleader in every area of life and personal development. The idea of monitoring and controlling our thoughts and our tongues may sound stark; however, it becomes more of an indictment to treat ourselves with dignity and grace and realize how we need to propel our lives forward with greater intentions and beliefs about our abilities, capabilities, and potential. Our strengths are ignited inside o...

1.  Joy – noun - a feeling of great pleasure and happiness.

2.  Jubilation – noun - The act or condition of feeling an uplifting joy over a success or victory.

Scripture: Psalm 100 - A Song of Praise for the Lord’s Faithfulness to His People

“1 Make a joyful shout to the Lord, all you lands!
² Serve the Lord with gladness; Come before His presence with singing.
³ Know that the Lord, He is God; It is He w...

December  30, 2016

Your Best Year Ever: Time to Recap, Recover, Renew, Recharge, Reflect, Restore and Rebound

How was your Year 2016? What did you accomplish? What do you have to show for 365 days of empowered living? What did you overcome? Who helped you along the way. What did you have to let go and move beyond? How did you celebrate your victories? What’s in store for your New Year 2017? What are you expecting? What are your goals? How will you determine your highest potential and possibil...

Here we are just days away from a new year of possibilities. Before moving forward we want to analyze the results of the current year so that we may make the necessary changes to set ourselves up for an even better year of results. Results generally refer to “a consequence, effect, or outcome of something.” We also have to ponder our level of satisfaction with the results we have observed and experienced thus far.  In doing so, we reflect on our own creativity and the power of the human p...

1 Corinthians 15:58 (NKJV) “Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.”

We focus this month on an additional phase of making life work for you and living abundantly. We begin with some self-reflection questions on your personal level of consistency, commitment and connection.

• ·        What are you consistently doing to improve your quality of life?
  
• ·        How is this working for yo...

WHAT ARE YOU HARVESTING?

Ecclesiastes 3:1, “To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven.” (NKJV) 

Our life contains infinite potential. Each day we can express and develop the blessings of the great light inside of us.  Through harnessing and harvesting the good within us, we demonstrate as well as illuminate inner power which contributes to our life experiences and our life stories. These experiences and stories aid us in learning how to become enthusiastic a...

Much may be said about appreciating the journey in life that we are on. There are many memorable and life changing moments we savor which ultimately help us to define ourselves as individuals. We learn so much along the way – how to live, love, walk, talk, dance and debate. We also learn by discernment and action that it is easy to get sidetracked by the “what ifs” and the inevitable drama that comes looking for us. More importantly and above all else, we should endeavor to focus on liv...

This month we will reach back and polish reflections from previous posts that have impacted our future growth. The month of July is filled with reflective events to help you capitalize on your freedom to be the person you were created to be or growing the business you desire to grow. It is an honor and privilege to live the American dream. So much is taking place. Our country is postured for change! While attending to my goals list, I thought about how relevant my personal freedoms are to dev...

The best relationship you can ever have is to love yourself intentionally and completely. You must learn to appreciate who you were created to be and learn to define yourself with positive expressions. No one can treat you better than you treat yourself – if you know how to do this well.  What you do not know, learn how.  Capitalize on daily wisdom, knowledge and understanding. Start by examining your strengths, challenges, dreams and possibilities. Get a firm grip on what inspires you and ...

Developing healthy relationships with others who are within our sphere of influence helps us to grow. You are responsible for bringing your best self to the relationship arena every time if you desire to effect changes within yourself and create an atmosphere of living and thriving as well as truly enjoying life with other people. This does not mean you need to fake how you feel; however, you should be honest about how you feel and know yourself well enough to keep it real. You need to keep y...

April 2016 - The Wait is Over – Live!

Believe it or not, it is your turn to live a rewarding life. Many times we sacrifice the quality and excitement of our own lives to help others get to where they are going. This is admirable; however, where are you going? No one told you to do that. It is time to make some better choices – and learn to help yourself.  Take risks and a chance to really laugh – from the belly and out loud at something every day. Plan a new adventure, a new route, a n...

March 2016 - Know Your Worth – You were Created for Greatness

Today ends National Women's History Month. In reviewing the accomplishments of those magnificent women who came before me, I am in awe of their sacrifices, persistence, intentions and actions. What makes these great women different from me? Many did not have the opportunities I currently have, yet they made it to the hall of fame and left an incredible legacy for me to learn from and share with others.  I sum it up by stating th...

“There's a difference between interest and commitment. When you're interested in doing something, you do it only when circumstance permit. When you're committed to something, you accept no excuses, only results.”  By Ken Blanchard

Think about what you have made a commitment to do in 2016; this month; this week; or even today.  Think about what you want to make a commitment to do right now. Moving forward from any position requires a commitment to proceed. Think about the area of your lif...

Spiritual Life

The Word of God produces your thinking; your thinking produces your emotions; your emotions produce your decisions; your decisions produce your actions; your actions produce your habits; your habits produce your character; and your character produces your destiny. Where you end up in life will be based on how you handle that progression. What words are you producing in your life to feed your spirit, mind, body and soul DAILY? You should consciously be growing each day.

We ha...

December is one of the most beautiful months of the year, especially, when I focus on staying connected to my source of strength and happiness. I love planning on where I am headed during the New Year and being grateful for all of the experiences I have had in the current year. There are always more victories and blessings than I can count. That alone makes me smile deep within my soul. I think about the life strategies I have learned along the way and hold my head up to recognize I am still ...

With only two months left into the year, we focus on what we did, didn’t do, and still have left to do as we assess our successes and challenges. Personal development is a lifelong process. It provides a road map for us to assess our skills, strengths, challenges, abilities and desires as a foundation for setting our life goals, maximizing our potential and optimizing the many opportunities we encounter. During a recent I-GROW Group Coaching session on a similar topic, clients were asked ...

We are always affirming our own thoughts and beliefs throughout each day as we tell and reassure ourselves based on our beliefs about who we are. Speaking affirmations to ourselves and others stimulates the subconscious mind to take action and to strive to make the positive statement come true. Affirmations are short powerful statements that ignite change within us. Affirmations are also called positive self-talk or your personal growth mantras. Openly repeating our desires engages us to stat...

Each day always presents new opportunities and challenges. Determine your mindset and focus your expectations - Expect the best. Claiming your day really begins on the night before you go to bed. Think about the accomplishments of the day. Consider and write down what you are most grateful for. Plan your day. Know what worked for you and what did not. It is key to write things down – to measure your success and identify your challenges and opportunities. Documenting your experiences, dreams...

Make Life Work for All of Us

Dr. Sandra Sessoms-Penny ©2015

In recent days we have been forced to try and make sense out of another mysterious death of a young man who died under the “watch” of the law and several others who were either accidentally or intentionally shot to death by those who were hired to protect us – in the United States of America. In India, we cried and grieved when we saw that thousands died as a result of an incredible earthquake and avalanche. A new leader was...

Focus on maximizing every area of your life, starting with your thought process and believing that you deserve to have what you desire to live a life of abundance and great expectations.  You only need approval from our Creator to keep on creating what has already been sown into you. Sometimes you have to dig deeper to find that precious seed. Have a true desire to step up and step over anything and anybody who has built up a fence around you and kept you stuck in fear, procrastination, low s...

Four (4) Business Opportunities presented in short informative segments to spark your entrepreneurial spirit, provide better choices for your personal health and growth and create new sources of financial wellness. You will get to make a decision on the customer or consultant's positions. Question and answer session after each presentation. Goal Setting Session after the presentations. Call for Details.  What changes do you expect as you close the year 2014 and anticipate the year 2015.

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Establishing Your Priorities to Make the Best Things Happen – Part 2

In addition to gaining clarity on your goals and determining their urgency, consider connecting with a trustworthy accountability partner or coach to help you stay focused, overcome challenges and make you aware of additional options to help you make the best things happen. These individuals also provide additional motivation and encouragement for your journey and for you to succeed.

A quick exercise and daily guideline ...

Yes, It is possible to have a clear sense of what is most important in your life and then to set a plan and make the best of every situation. Gain clarity on what your goals are and maximize your time. Dan Millman stated, “I learned that we can do anything, but we can't do everything... at least not at the same time. So think of your priorities not in terms of what activities you do, but when you do them. Timing is everything.” Today is the right day, the right time, to make your best d...

The ABC’s Of Adding Value To Your Life - You Deserve To Live Your Best Life Now!

A - "Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it." Lou Holtz

B - "Becoming is a process of living. Live with intention.”  Sandra Sessoms-Penny

C - "Change is inevitable; your growth or stagnation is optional. Once you learn how to do better – make it happen with consistency.” Sandra Sessoms-Penny

D - "Dare to dream and live o...

Today the rubber meets the road! Growing your life means knowing and acting upon what you are committed to do for yourself every day – for the rest of your life. It requires (CIA) consistency, intentionality and action. No more would haves, could haves and should haves – and certainly no more excuses. What are you actually going to do for yourself – every day – from now on? What is your plan?

You are very familiar with all of the primary life areas: life balance, relationships (intim...

Life is good! Circumstances may not always be pleasant or the people I know and hear about may not always be kind; however, after living a life filled with continuous growth and change – it is still good. I often reflect on the early years of my life which were very challenging in my mind’s eye after summing up the experiences I remember; however, the lessons learned were always life changing. Some of those lessons left me with scars and some with laugh lines –yet I am alive today to ...

Encouragement is the greatest gift you can give yourself.  After all, you are the most significant influencer in and of your own life! What you believe about yourself has the propensity to enlarge your life exponentially and impact your destiny. Yes, that’s right! Your best cheers should come from within you. This is a personal discipline we can learn to do for ourselves. We all want to move forward and live our best life each day. We do not need to rely on someone else to tell us how we ...

The Declaration of Independence reads: ”We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” Why did our forefathers include this in one of the most important documents our nation possesses? The Constitution only guarantees the American people the right to pursue happiness.  You have to make it happen yourself. We all have the right ...

"Life gets even better when - you create a new path, partner with the present, leave the past behind and tell your future to make room for your gifts."  ~ Dr. Sandra Sessoms-Penny ~

Our Theme for the year at Inevitable Growth is “Embrace  What  Matters Most.” We end the month with a cold blast and a joyful and renewed spirit. The month of January produced new friends and opportunities to focus on what matters most in our lives. Setting goals, intentions and expectations came with many s...

How do I know there are possibilities of miracles and they are continually manifested in our lives? When I reflect upon my life and the life of my parents, I know that our lives represent both the possibility and evidence of miracles. My parents, some of whom came from other countries believe in the American Dream, family and prayer. They instilled this "dream" into our family.

As we enter the Christmas Season, I find my thoughts lingering on the many blessings that we continue to receive �...

Imagine if you will your favorite type of pie – with the choicest of ingredients and flavored to perfection. Just as you anticipate biting into your special pie, the benefits of coaching can also be realized through an effective coach who intentionally stirs in the following ingredients during your coaching sessions to help you achieve your greatest goals and taste the possibilities. Mixed in with your personal desires, your coach will create the opportunity for positive growth, a victoriou...

An incredible speaker described how love should be the foundation of our very existence. Everything that we do should be done in love and based on love. Somehow, along the way of our life’s journey, we have gotten this twisted and many of us have stopped loving the process of living.  The totality of what happens in our lives each day does not support the original statement; however, we know that in order to change our circumstance we need to change our mindset and learn to make the best ...

Do It Now – Keep the Dream Alive

On the 50^th Anniversary of Dr. Kings speech and the March on Washington D.C., we must remind each other to Keep the Dream Alive! There is something about setting and pursuing specific goals that causes a lot of people to procrastinate and simply avoid doing. Our dreams are connected with our goals. Do we fear success? Do we not create enough time in our day to get the most important things done? Time management has been one of the greatest challenges for p...

Congratulations on our 3^rd Anniversary – Inevitable Growth (I-GROW) Life Coaching and Consulting, LLC.

For the past three years, I have watched an incredible plan unfold to live my best life as an entrepreneur and coach. Having transitioned from very a diverse background my goal was to totally reinvent my career and my life. Becoming a coach was a sobering calling for me to venture into. The drivers for me included my passion and purpose for helping and serving others; using my gifts, ta...

“My Name is Possible” is the topic of a recent sermon shared by my pastor to the congregation to begin the New Year. I have had plenty of time to think about the implications and expectations of some of the possibilities I have experienced throughout my life and totally agree with this affirmation. Possibilities are what we feed our mind, body and soul for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks to help us to survive as well as thrive. The only limitations to our growth are the ones we impose...

Our words speak power into our lives and the lives of others. Words can and have changed us and the world around us. Consider the events of this year! Learn to speak and respond to empowering words as they feed the soul and change the atmosphere. Let these words inspire you to capture the essence of the moment, your attitude, the day, the year, the opportunities, the circumstances, and the people you encounter and experience. Create a master frame of reference and enlarge your sphere of influ...

True Greatness: From Mr. Zig Ziglar  (11-6-1926 to 11-28-2012)
“You were born with unlimited potential and endowed with the seeds of greatness. You have inside of you what it takes to achieve any goal or dream you desire. Most everyone uses less than 5% of their potential. You must decide what it is you really want. Focus on it so clearly and make it your purpose. Then work on it hard enough and long enough. It will happen. You also have to work on things that are goal achieving instead of s...

This is a great season for engaging and reviving our spirit. Everyone has a spirit. For many of us, our spirit prompts us to do great things for ourselves, for others and our universe and allows us to intentionally move our lives forward. We realize that we are in this time and space temporarily and while we are here, it is within our reality and ability to live our best life now and to do our utmost to help and love others. We were designed to be in relationship with each other and with our ...

Here it is August and people are asking, “What happened to the year? Where did my time go?” Time management is something most people would like to harness and better utilize in their lives. Some believe that we just don’t have enough time to do all that we desire to do. We align effective time management with balancing our lives. Most of us are way out of balance for reasons we create or permit to happen in our daily lives. Take back control of your time. Give yourself permission to cha...

The month of July is filled with reflective events to help you capitalize on your freedom to be the person you were created to be or growing the business you desire to grow. It is an honor and privilege to live the American dream. While attending to my goals list, I thought about how relevant my personal freedoms are to develop a life filled with excitement and to be able to continue to help people grow their lives and business through my coaching practice and business endeavors. Sometimes we...

What fuels your passion to push forward in light of or because of life’s circumstances? If you possessed all of the personal power and empowerment you could possibly hold and experience, how would your life be different than what it is now?

Learn how to create your best life now with the way you think about your own successes, dreams and possibilities. We are what we think in terms of ourselves as overcomers, achievers and believers. We were created to live abundant lives. That doesn’t m...

My prospective client began our discussion by asking what could I do for him that other coaches could not do and why should he work with me. I chuckled to myself and realized that my prospective client really was not ready for coaching. It appeared as though he was trying on shoes and suits versus preparing for the possibilities associated with the greatest change of his life. I asked him what was he ready to do to bring about the change that was needed to help him grow his life into areas he...

February is the Month to Passionately Pursue Possibilities for Sustainable Personal and Professional Growth. How many times have your tried something new to help you enrich your life and it worked for a while? However, as time progressed you lost interest and the impact of the “new methods” you originally experienced, began to diminish and eventually, you lost touch with that experience. You really did not nourish it and establish the foundation for continued growth. Did you then blame so...

Are you a dreamer? Have you committed to making your dreams come true? Dust off last year’s bucket list and make a solid observation of what you did do and how did it change your life? Did you do more than you thought you would do? Did you add to the list for the New Year? Will your dreams add value to your life or the life of others – individually or collectively? Do your dreams reflect your core values?  

I am a dreamer and I have achieved so much more as result of pursuing my dreams. ...

Today is an incredible day.

The joys and blessings of the Christmas season have infiltrated our homes and workplaces. For this we are very greatful. We call these "new mercies" back home. When I think of the great benefits of being a coach, I realize I am living the dream in helping my clients to discover and manifest new possibilities. The coaching profession has been one of the most rewarding careers of my life. The majority of potential clients and the curious still ask what can a coach do ...

We are a part of the solution and should continue to available ourselves to opportunities for growth.  Take a look at our latest YouTube video to get a taste of why life coaching is such an exciting way to help you grow beyond borders:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EY_Cb-njfQ

It has been an incredible and humbling summer with our missions trip to Mombasa, Kenya.  Our lives will never be the same.  As the fall brings new excitement to the air and the world begins to change into beautiful sha...

How to Make a Beautiful Life

Love Yourself.  Make Peace with who you are and where you are at this moment in time.

Listen to your heart. If you can’t hear what it’s saying in this noisy world, make time for yourself. Enjoy your own company. Let our mind wander among the stars.

Try. Take Chances. Make mistakes. Life can be messy and confusing at times, but it’s also full of surprises. The next rock in your path might be a stepping stone.

Be happy. When you don’t have what you want...

Hope you have been reviewing your goals and action steps as we inevitably continue to grow individually and collectively throughout the year. Surround yourself with Four Points of Power to help propel you into making your dreams an incredible reality. Not sure where to start! Break your list into to four manageable dimensions – you can work this more realistically. Imagine the dimensions as spokes in the wheel with each ...

It is February already and time marches on. Have you checked to see if you have changed any of your behaviors and attitudes in the New Year and begun to make intentional changes in your life? Do you know what works for you, what motivates you, what hinders you from accomplishing the goals that have been on your “to do list” for years or perhaps months? I challenge you to grab that list. Decide right now what ...

Event: I-Grow Seminar Series #101 - Free Seminar

Topic:  What is Coaching and What Can Coaching Do for Me?

Date and Time: August 19, 2010, at 6:00 PM

Location: Zion Prospect Baptist Church, 408 Darby Road, Yorktown VA 23693.

Facilitator:  Dr. Sandra G. Sessoms-Penny, CPC

Registration: Call or e-mail Coach Sandra "S-P" if you are interested in attending: (757) 810-5476 or e-mail coachsp2010@aol.com. 

Purpose: Le...

Coaching is becoming the largest means by which to help massive numbers of businesses and individuals create value in their lives. Effective coaches help their clients to reflect upon several dimensions of their life and pinpoint areas where they may be stalled and not achieving success. Inevitable Growth Life Coaching and Consulting is an organization quickly recognizing the needs of others and offers solutions to prope...