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When Loving Hurts

There is a unique kind of pain that comes when you have given your energy, your time, and your affection that is met with dismissal, neglect, or even betrayal. It is the hurt only deep lovers know, those who pour out love beyond what is expected. It is crushing to those who stretch themselves emotionally because that is simply how we are wired. Yes, I know this pain because I have lived it. If…

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When Familiar No Longer Fits

As a Life Mastery Coach and seasoned professional, I have spent years guiding others through transitions — career shifts, personal breakthroughs, spiritual growth, and lifestyle realignments. But every so often, I find myself experiencing a transition of my own. Recently, I stepped into a new professional role that has required me to stretch beyond what is familiar. It has pushed me out of the…

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Impressed By A Pure Heart and Good Intentions

Our society places so much emphasis on appearances, material possessions, and status. So, it is easy to get caught up in the superficial. Social media often showcases curated snapshots of lives that seem glamorous. Success is defined by title and monetary gain. People flash their wealth. They flaunt their connections while boasting about achievements, hoping to earn admiration. Yet for me, none…

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A Fresh Start

Life has a way of presenting us with challenges, the broken pieces of yesterday that cling to our thoughts, weighing us down before the new day even begins. But what if we chose to see each day as a blank canvas? A fresh start that isn’t tethered to the mistakes, regrets, or struggles of the past? Every morning we wake up, we are given a gift: the opportunity to begin again. The sun rises,…

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Losing your mother is a heartbreak that shifts the axis of your world. It is a pain so deep and profound that it can feel as though life itself has been irrevocably altered. Yet, amidst this void, there is an undeniable strength that emerges from those who continue to move forward, finding ways to navigate life without her physical presence. A mother is often the anchor. She is the one who…

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The Greatest Wealth: Embracing God, Health, Peace, and Community

Our modern day world often equates wealth with material possessions and societal status. The truest forms of wealth are found in the intangible treasures that feed the soul, mind, and heart. These treasures—having God, a healthy body, a peaceful mind, and the right people in your life—create a foundation of abundance that money can never buy. Let us explore each of these profound gifts. 1. God:…

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Stress: The Illusion of Urgency and the Power of a Pause

Have you ever felt like the world was closing in on you, with an endless to-do list and the unshakable belief that everything has to be fixed right now? Stress has a way of creating urgency where there is none. It convinces us that if we do not act immediately, everything will spiral out of control. Here is the truth: most things are not as pressing as they feel in the moment. When we are…

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No More Excuses

Today is the youngest you will ever be. This is why it is never too late to start. No matter how old you are, there is always a whisper of regret in the background: If only I had started sooner. Whether it is learning a new skill, pursuing a passion, changing careers, or simply committing to better health, we often mourn the years we think we have lost instead of cherishing the time we still…

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Inspiring Excellence

Leadership is a privilege, but it is also a profound shift in responsibility. Many people mistakenly believe that leadership is about doing more or proving you can do it all. However, true leadership is about stepping back from doing the job and stepping forward to inspire, coach, mentor, and motivate your team to perform at their highest potential. This transformation can feel overwhelming for…

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Impressed By Good

In a world where material possessions often take center stage, it is easy to forget what truly matters. Social media is flooded with highlight reels of luxury cars, designer clothes, and extravagant vacations. Society seems to tell us that success is defined by what we have and how others perceive us. But for me, none of that holds weight. The only way to truly impress me is by being a good…

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You May Like Your New Story Better

Life often takes us down paths we never expected. Sometimes those paths are thrilling and fulfilling. Other times they are marked by pain, disappointment, or simply the realization that where we are no longer serves who we have become. In those moments, the idea of starting over can feel overwhelming—like tearing apart a novel halfway through and daring to write a brand-new chapter. Well, here is…

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Generational Strength

As you embark on the journey of healing from generational trauma, it is important to remember that the story of your lineage is not one-dimensional. It is easy to become fixated on the pain, the scars, and the wounds passed down through the generations. But in doing so, you risk forgetting the strength, resilience, wisdom, and beauty that your ancestors also gifted you. Just as you inherit their…

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God Uses The Broken

Have you ever felt unqualified to be used by God? Maybe you have looked at your past mistakes, current struggles, or lack of resources and thought, “Surely, God can not use someone like me.” If you have ever wrestled with feelings of inadequacy, you are not alone. Here is the truth: God has a history of recruiting people from the pit, not the pedestal. In fact, some of the most influential…

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The Peace I Have

There comes a time in life when you have to make a choice—a hard, gut-wrenching decision that pulls you from everything you thought you needed to survive. But if there is one thing I have learned, it is this: peace is priceless. Honestly, the peace I have now was worth every single thing I had to let go of to obtain it. For years, I held on tightly to what I thought made me whole—relationships,…

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Thank You, Daddy

Life has a way of surprising us. Some moments fill our hearts with uncontainable joy, while others leave us grappling for answers. Yet, in both the triumphs and trials, there lies a divine purpose—a masterful design that shapes who we are. When we pause to reflect on our lives, gratitude often leads the way. “Thank you, God, for everything in my life. The good and the bad.” These words carry…

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The Hardest Climbs Lead to Breathtaking Views

There is something profoundly symbolic about the effort it takes to scale a mountain or push through a challenge in life. The burn in your muscles, the steady rhythm of your heartbeat, the occasional temptation to stop and turn around—all of it mirrors the trials we face on the journey to achieving something extraordinary. Yet, it is on those steep climbs that we discover the depths of our…

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Radical Tenderness

The world we live in today can sometimes feel cold and indifferent. So, remaining warm-hearted is a radical act. It is easy to build walls in the face of cruelty, to close off your heart when the floodwaters of life threaten to sweep you away. But you did not. You chose healing, even when it felt like everything around you was broken. I am proud of you for that. Healing is not linear. Rather,…