Your Inner Circle
Motivational speaker Jim Rohn once said that we are the average of the five people we spend the most time with. Research shows that our relationships are the greatest indicator of success, well-being, and happiness. The strengths of our relationship are a greater success indicator than wealth and fame. People who are deeply connected to someone or to a group or community but have unhealthy habits (like smoking and alcohol) consistently outlive people who have extremely healthy habits but are not relationally connected to any group. T he quality of your life is always going to be a direct reflection of the quality of your relationships. We are all born with the need for relationships and strong social connections. Great relationships help us feel happier, more hopeful, and healthier. Who are you connected to? I heard a preacher once say that the life and relationships of Jesus are a great example of the relationships we should seek. Everywhere Jesus went, large cr...