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Some of our most memorable moments are captured when we get the privilege of experiencing unfiltered beauty. We stand mesmerized at the stunning rawness. We breathe it in with wonder and question if it’s been sculpted and eroded by the elements or if this is the unedited version. The terrain exists on display in its…
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Light dispels darkness allowing us to see what is hidden or obscured. Metaphotically, it represents hope, knowledge, and truth that overcomes despair, ignorance and fear. Light in the darkness can be a force of guidance, direction, and warmth in a cold, lonely, isolated environment. Light transforms darkness bringing change and awareness. The truth is that…
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I’ve been carrying something heavy in my heart lately, and I wanted to share it with you. I’ve been grieving the feeling of being misunderstood, and it’s been harder than I expected. There are moments when I try to express what’s inside me, but it seems like the words don’t quite reach where I need…
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I didn’t see it coming. The blow that left me with the metaphorical wind sucked from my lungs. As I read through the accusations, the tears flowed like a dam that has just met capacity. A rush of emotions saturated every part of my body and landed with an incomprehensible weightiness. The depths of my…
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This new year has been a season of conversation swirling around the collapse of trust. Trust is that gentle whisper of assurance that allows us to open ourselves to one another, knowing that we will be embraced with understanding and belonging. In tandem with trust is the development of safety. Safety is that warm embrace…
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Today as I was scrolling through my camera roll, I came across a quote that I took a screenshot of from last week. I remember being drawn to the content and wanting to capture it for possible revisits. Today was one of those days. The quote from Henri Nouwen, reads “We tend to stay away…
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Life is an incredible journey filled with unexpected twists and turns, detours that we never anticipated. In these moments of uncertainty, it’s easy to feel lost and disheartened. However, it’s essential to remember that each detour, every unexpected path, is part of a greater plan designed by the one who designed us. My journey has…
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The dawn of a new year is akin to a divine whisper, a gentle reminder of the boundless possibilities that lie ahead. It carries within it the profound assurance of God’s unwavering presence, His grace weaving through the fabric of time, offering solace, strength, and unending love. In moments of uncertainty, the promises of God…
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Gratitude, like a radiant sunbeam breaking through the clouds on a stormy day, has the power to illuminate our lives and fill our hearts with warmth. It is a practice that, when embraced with sincerity, can transform our perspective and bring about a profound shift in the way we experience the world. In a fast-paced…
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I spotted a beautiful friend across a crowded room today. My first impression…she looks exceptionally stunning today. Our group time dismissed and and I heard her call from behind me. I walked towards her, and as our conversation ensued, she leaned in and whispered in my ear, “I feel so inadequate in all areas today.”…
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Started my day listening to a sermon on the power of anger in relationships. I have viewed anger as a destructive and negative emotion that is often difficult to control or suppress. I was challenged today to consider anger in a more positive light as an agent of change. The sermon actually suggested that anger…
“Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joy—the experiences that make us the most vulnerable. Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.” – Brené Brown
Braving Authenticity
Embracing the Journey
Braving Authenticity 