Table Of ContentPraise for Light Bulb Moments
“I have come to the conclusion that success is predictable and so is failure. This
is because life was designed to function by laws. Laws make the results
predictable. Therefore, those who learn these laws and apply them will
experience success in any culture. Talayah, in Light Bulb Moments, has distilled
many of these laws and put them in reach for everyone to access. Enjoy every
page and watch your life move to the top.”
—Dr. Myles Munroe, founding chairman of the International Third World
Leaders Association, Nassau, Bahamas
“Talayah and I share more than the same last name. We have a passion for
helping real people discover the miraculous, magic moments in everyday life.
Through a series of vignettes, Talayah opens the door so we can all experience
the possibilities.”
—Jim Stovall, author of The Ultimate Gift
“Wow, I simply love this book. Seldom does a book say it better or more
powerfully than Light Bulb Moments. This book is a must-read for all those who
want to navigate the slippery slopes of living a successful life and self-
sufficiency. My heartfelt thanks go out to Talayah Stovall for giving us this
timely and important gem.”
—George C. Fraser, author of Success Runs in Our Race and CLICK
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Copyright © 2014 by Talayah G. Stovall
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of treatment for physical, emotional, or medical problems without the advice of a physician, either directly
or indirectly. The intent of the author is only to offer information of a general nature to help you in your
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The names of some of the characters and locations in this book have been changed. Some of the events
and characters are also composites of several individual events or persons.
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Tradepaper ISBN: 978-1-4019-4392-9
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To God, who is my constant Source of inspiration.
To the many family members and dear friends who have supported me along
life’s journey. Thanks for your love and support and for being with me as I lived
and learned from all of the lessons in this book.
To my new friends. Thank you for supporting this book. I hope to meet you very
soon.
CONTENTS
Foreword by Les Brown
Introduction
Lesson #1: Prepare, Persevere, and It Will Pass
Lesson #2: Let the Seasonings Come Together
Lesson #3: The Rainbow Only Comes after the Storm
Lesson #4: Trials Precede Transformation
Lesson #5: Listen Closely to Your GPS
Lesson #6: You Must Prep the Soil
Lesson #7: Discover Your Sweet Spot
Lesson #8: Push Through the Concrete
Lesson #9: Make “Green” the New Black
Lesson #10: Don’t Be Frozen by Fear
Lesson #11: Pay Attention to What’s in Front of You
Lesson #12: We Are More Alike Than Different
Lesson #13: Persistence Has Eight Legs …
Lesson #14: Find Your “Why”
Lesson #15: Focus Is the Key to Success
Lesson #16: You Are Your Energy
Lesson #17: Ask Yourself: What Am I Settling For?
Lesson #18: Choose Your Blocks Carefully
Lesson #19: Nature and Nurture—We All Play a Part
Lesson #20: Use It or Lose It
Lesson #21: Declare Your Independence
Lesson #22: Lighten Your Load
Lesson #23: Make Sure the Inside Matches …
Lesson #24: Life Lessons from the Temptations
Lesson #25: Spring into Your Goals
Lesson #26: Create a Vision-Driven Life
Lesson #27: It’s All about Relationships
Lesson #28: Fight a Barren Life
Lesson #29: More Is Not Always Better
Lesson #30: Just Be Honest about It
Lesson #31: Forgiveness Helps Us Heal
Lesson #32: Don’t Be an Elephant
Lesson #33: Life Is Our Greatest Performance
Lesson #34: Appreciate What You Have
Lesson #35: Your Passion Can Become Your Livelihood
Lesson #36: Achieve Your Dreams
Lesson #37: Empty Your Cup
Lesson #38: There Is a Season for Building
Lesson #39: Create Your Own Reality
Lesson #40: Let Go of the Wheel
Lesson #41: Find Your Bliss
Lesson #42: Release the Past and Move into Your Future
Lesson #43: Just Be You
Lesson #44: Hard Work Makes It Easy
Lesson #45: Harness the Power of No
Lesson #46: Bounce Back
Lesson #47: Sometimes All It Takes Is a Hug
Lesson #48: Write a Prescription for Healthy Relationships
Lesson #49: Life Is Not a Beauty Contest
Lesson #50: Build Your Team
Lesson #51: Beating the Blues
Lesson #52: Envision a New Beginning
Lesson #53: Leave Your Mark
Lesson #54: Don’t Get Caught Unaware …
Lesson #55: Avoid Too Much of a Good Thing
Lesson #56: Sometimes You Just Know …
Lesson #57: Identify the Enemy
Lesson #58: Manage Your Priorities, Not Your Time
Lesson #59: Alone Does Not Mean Lonely
Lesson #60: Don’t Get Stuck in the Meantime
Lesson #61: What Do You Worship?
Lesson #62: Pick Your Friends Carefully
Lesson #63: Find Your Needle in the Haystack
Lesson #64: Don’t Quit the Race
Lesson #65: Your Passion Will Inspire Others
Lesson #66: Love Is Thicker than Blood
Lesson #67: Follow the MAP
Lesson #68: There’s an App for That
Lesson #69: Get off Your Duff
Lesson #70: Dream Big Dreams
Lesson #71: Hope and Faith Are Twins
Lesson #72: Goals Bridge the Gap Between Dreams and Reality
Lesson #73: Keep Your Eyes on the Prize
Lesson #74: Obey the Crossing Guard
Lesson #75: Just Don’t Look Down
Closing Thoughts—Lillian’s Story
About the Author
