Renew, Refocus & Recover! A Road Trip to the Life You Deserve

By Raquel R. Robinson

Renew, Refocus, and Recover! is a timely pocket guide that readers will use as a continuous reference. Raquel uses inspiring and candid anecdotes to bring clarity and focus to what really matters most. The blend of biblical application and life coaching keeps the reader encouraged and inspired to cross the threshold from an average to extraordinary life.
Rediscover who you really are in Christ.
Renew your commitment to pursuing your dreams.
Refocus on the things that really matter most.
Recover when things don’t go the way you planned.

There is no comfort in your discomfort zone. So pack your bags and get ready for the road trip of your life. You deserve it!

As co-founder of Making a Change LLC Coaching and Consulting, Raquel R. Robinson is an executive/personal coach, speaker and freelance writer. She is the author of the book Renew, Refocus and Recover: A Road Trip to the Life You Deserve which includes endorsements from Pastor, Dr. Myles Munroe, author and speaker Valorie Burton and former NBA Hall of Famer Dave Bing. Her passion is helping women manage the “Mama Hustle” which is the working title of her current writing project. She coaches clients around prioritizing and navigating the goals and roles of womanhood. She helps audiences put their faith into action. Raquel assists clients by helping them identify God’s purpose, unleash their passion and develop strategies to manifest their vision and goals.

In addition to extensive training as an Executive Coach with the Coaches Training Institute, Raquel holds Master’s degrees in Communication and Educational Technology with an emphasis in Human Performance Improvement and Training from Purdue University and Wayne State University respectively.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Raquel R. Robinson
• Release date: Jan 9, 2014
• ISBN: 9780989697699

Raquel R. Robinson

As co-founder of Making a Change LLC Coaching and Consulting, Raquel R. Robinson is an executive/personal coach, speaker and freelance writer. She is the author of the book Renew, Refocus and Recover: A Road Trip to the Life You Deserve which includes endorsements from Pastor, Dr. Myles Munroe, author and speaker Valorie Burton and former NBA Hall of Famer Dave Bing. Her passion is helping women manage the “Mama Hustle” which is the working title of her current writing project. She coaches clients around prioritizing and navigating the goals and roles of womanhood. She helps audiences put their faith into action. Raquel assists clients by helping them identify God’s purpose, unleash their passion and develop strategies to manifest their vision and goals.In addition to extensive training as an Executive Coach with the Coaches Training Institute, Raquel holds Master’s degrees in Communication and Educational Technology with an emphasis in Human Performance Improvement and Training from Purdue University and Wayne State University respectively.Robinson’s purpose-driven approach to leadership extends to her greatest work as wife to Henry L. Robinson and mother to Alexandria and Michael. The Robinsons attend Brightmoor Christian Church where Raquel serves in Women’s Ministry as Bible Study facilitator and Prayer Partner.

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Praise for

RENEW, REFOCUS, AND RECOVER!

A ROAD TRIP TO THE LIFE YOU DESERVE

"Renew, Refocus and Recover! A Road Trip to the Life You Deserve is an excellent project. This material is exciting, inspiring and motivating, and should bless many who read its pages".

- Dr. Myles Munroe, President

Bahamas Faith Ministries International

"Raquel R. Robinson is passionate about sharing the truth of God’s

Word in a practical way. Having served as her coach, it is inspiring to see her coach others to success. Join her on this journey, and you are sure to renew, refocus and recover!"

- Valorie Burton, Bestselling Author, Speaker and

Life Coach. Recently featured on Dr. Oz,

TODAY Show and CNN.

If you are ready to move to the next level in life, this is the book for you. This book is like having a portable coach that uses practicality and spirituality to help you get focused and inspired to make a change.

- Dave Bing, Former NBA Player and

Member of the NBA Hall of Fame

Mayor, City of Detroit

It was a real joy working with Raquel! She truly helped me to clarify and focus so that I could achieve the goals at hand. I appreciate her wisdom and insight!

- Anita S. Lane, CEO

Sensei Communications

"Raquel Robinson coached me through some turbulent times when

I was in transition. I appreciated her thoughtful, caring, practical approach. Through the exercises and conversations we had, I was able to come away with a solid foundation on which to begin to build my business and my life."

- Teresita Glasgow, President/CEO

In His Season, Inc.

MAKING A CHANGE LLC • NOVI, MICHIGAN

Renew, Refocus, and Recover!

A Road Trip to the Life You Deserve

By Raquel R. Robinson

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Dedication

With a heart full of

memories and gratitude,

I dedicate this book to my Dad

Willie R. McFerson

(Mac)

(1945-1998)

And

my mother Reverend Lillie M. McFerson

While this is the second publication of this book, I still want to acknowledge those who supported and encouraged the initial project in 2006. I am very grateful for the sister friends who God has allowed me to connect with who keep me inspired on my journey.

Acknowledgements

Writing this book has been a part of my own road trip. I am so grateful that I did not have to take this journey alone. God has blessed me from birth with absolutely wonderful mentors, role models, and friends. He continues to bring people into my life that encourage me to be who I am and to live the life that I am called to live. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank my Success Team for this project:

My husband, Henry L. Robinson. Your love and support these years has made all of the difference in my life. You are my reminder that God does hear and answer my prayers, and then some.

My parents, Willie and Lillie McFerson. Mom, thank you and Dad for the awesome example of partnership and love. We miss Dad a lot, but he would be so proud of us. Thanks for your prayers and encouragement during this project.

My copy editor, Dr. Carolyn Hull Anderson. Dr. Anderson, thank you for adding yet another thing to your heaping plate and agreeing to copy edit this work. My thanks is no Mercedes Benz, but my gratitude holds the same value in my heart.

Russell (Rashaad) McFerson. You are so much more than my little brother. You are a man full of wisdom and amazing talent and insight. Thank you for your love and wisdom on this journey.

Rev. Queen Esther Thomas. I have learned so much from you about God and myself. Thank you for your generosity and for nurturing my gifts.

Barbara McGee. Thank you for being there. Knowing that you are only a ten-minute drive away is a great blessing.

My coaches, Valorie Burton and W. Rollin Henderson, Jr. Valorie, you helped bring clarity about other situations so that my womb was clear, finally, to give birth to this project. Rollin, thank you so much for your counsel and ear. Your kindness, wisdom, and genuineness will never be forgotten.

Pam Perry. Thank you for sharing your marketing and public relations expertise to keep me on the right track.

To my number one fans, Alexandria and Michael. You two make me believe that I can do anything. Thanks for sharing my time and attention so that I could complete this project. And yes, Lexi, if I need pictures for my next book, you can be the illustrator.

Most of all, I thank God for being patient with me on my quest and journey to purpose. Thank you for allowing me to be the lamp through which Your light shines.

Table of Contents

Introduction

SECTION ONE Renewing

1 Make The Decision To Travel

2 Pause, Pluck, And Plant

3 Stop Pretending

4 Take A Fresh Look

5 Grab Your Travel Guide