How to Live a Soft Life
I’ve been in my soft girl era ever since I started diving deep into my relationship with God. I genuinely don’t worry about…
Don’t Hate Yourself
Idk who needs to hear this but God’s grace is sufficient. You don’t have to walk around hating yourself for the mistakes you’ve…
Busy vs. Productive
I have a very hard time sitting still. I’m not exactly sure why but I figure it has a little something to do…
Don’t Worry…
When I get worried it’s usually because I’m afraid that something will not work out the way I want it to. And then…
“Too” Hard on Yourself
I think that I’m way too hard on myself in a destructive way. Contrastingly, I have friends who are hard on themselves in…
Victim Mindset vs. Validated Feelings
How do we accept and validate our feelings without giving into a victim mindset? When we’re wronged, it’s natural and acceptable to feel…
Where Do You “Don’t Belong”
Something powerful came up in Bible Study a few weeks ago. It was said that, “We don’t have to have it all together…
Focus on the Now and the New
It’s hard to appreciate what’s in front of you when you’re focused on what’s behind you. Typically we come across this when we’ve…
Dating Fails
I have something cringy to say….I made a habit of people pleasing in the dating realm. Yes, you read it right. Yes, it…
Imposter Syndrome
I’m not sure when Imposter Syndrome became a thing, but I’m glad that more of us are acknowledging its impact on our potential.…
People Pleasing is Canceled
As a recovering people pleaser and perfectionist, I have found myself in situations where I was dishonest or deceitful because I didn’t want…
Boundaries
Anyone that knows me knows how big of a focus I’ve had on “BOUNDARIES” this season (…and every season afterwards). As I mentioned…
Show Up For Yourself
Do everything you said you wanted to. Keep the promises that you make to yourself. All the energy that you put into others…
“I’m Back”
I’M BACK! I’m back baby! Yes, the blog itself is back after months of disappearing without any notice, but more importantly DARION IS…
Be Honest With Yourself
Being honest with yourself is an empowering habit. It sets you up to not feel the need to seek validation. You’re able to…
I Am A Black Woman
Time has definitely been the biggest factor in teaching me what it means to be a black woman in this world, and more…
Be Present
I admire goal-oriented people. They’re usually driven, disciplined and successful in what they set out to do.I make a hell of an effort…
No One to Impress
Life gets a little easier when you learn that there’s no one to impress. There’s no one who’s opinion of us should dictate…
Enjoy the Ride
Success looks different for everyone – it’s so crucial that we learn & accept this fact. I’m sure we’ve all heard the phrase…
Take Care of You
There should be no guilt associated with standing up for yourself. I’ve written about this before but I find myself needing a reminder…
MOVE THROUGH THE FEAR
This morning, my pastor spoke about the way fear can immobilize you. Fear is a normal part of the human existence, but how…
So What Can I Do?
2020 has been a year full of overwhelming changes, obstacles and battles. I am sure we can all agree that between isolation, economic…
Keep Fighting
“Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst.…
Stand Up For Yourself
I stood up for myself this week and it felt damn good. I want to share because I fear that many of us…
What Do I Deserve
I’ve really struggled with navigating “romantic” relationships. As I try to review my habits, one consistent theme comes to mind – feeling as…
Fruitful or Not?
He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it…
A Sinner & A Fighter
I am often the cause of my own pain; My own bad habits leading me to distress from lack of progress. Life gets…
The Simple Things
Find beauty in the simple things. Find joy in the simple things. Pause. Take in the nearest tree, flower or some form of…
Faith Looks Crazy
“Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” – Hebrews 11:1 Having faith can have you looking…
Still Got It
I was surprised when I was killing my workout this morning because I’ve been really inconsistent this month. I expected to struggle and…