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Courting Your Spec

So, you got someone you’re really interested in, and they have a lot of qualities that you believe will help a relationship to not only grow, but flourish. I presume this is someone you’ve been taking the time to talk to God about as well. If you have been taking the right steps to move intentionally in your dating journey, then I’m sure the next thing you’re thinking about is how to move towards an actual relationship. I want to note that there isn’t necessarily a timeframe between talking with someone initially and when a relationship should start; the key is how your time together is spent. At a certain point though, you will have to take the bold step to officially declare this person as your boyfriend or girlfriend.

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November Release: Getting Out the Streets (Part 2)

So, we've talked about the vetting process for selecting the right person to even entertain and start getting to know. Now, we will move to the next step of actually dating them, learning more about them on a deeper level, and eventually, when it makes sense, moving into a serious relationship. This is a key step because this is where you truly understand if you both are equally yoked spiritually, if this is someone that will waste your time, if they will have your best interests at heart, and overall, if this is the person in which God wants you to invest time, effort, energy and finances. You have to take extra special care to not jump into something just based on feelings - they can change on a whim. A lot of the information may seem obvious, but knowledge is not power; applied knowledge is power. Are you willing to listen and take action?

~ Releasing Later This Month ~

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Finding Your Spec

You don’t just jump into a great relationship that can withstand all the things life has to throw at it; you have to start by building a firm foundation for it to stand on. That foundation is built by picking a quality person that won’t break you down but will build you up. People convince themselves they’ll never find someone, but the real problem is usually the type of people they allow into their lives. You can’t choose to date a bum—and I mean both men and women—and expect everything to work itself out. You have to be scrupulous in who you are choosing to date (and by scrupulous, I don’t mean looking for the perfect person—which is what a lot of people do). So, how do you start building that firm foundation? Get to know the person.

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October Release: Getting Out the Streets (Part 1)

To journey on this path to building a relationship that lasts, you have to start with step 1 - finding the right partner. By finding, I mean actually getting to know a person on a deeper level to understand their character, personality, values, principles, and everything else that makes them, well, them. And by right partner, I mean someone that you actually like, complements who you are as a person, challenges you, makes you smile, supports you in the things you do (etc. etc. etc.) and overall, is someone God has designated will help you achieve great things in life. This is a person that will add to your happiness and not take away from it - the key here being that you are already happy and fulfilled as someone who is single. But finding this individual and starting anything with them will take getting to know them, spending time with them, understanding them, amongst other things. So, for part 1 of this series, we'll talk about some factors to think about when you're considering dating someone. Get ready - we're gonna work to get you out those streets!

~ Releasing November 1st ~

New Relationship Series Incoming!

Relationships have been the hot topic for years now - from cuffing season, to finding future bae, to getting married, everyone has been seeking long-term love to get out of the streets! But people seem to be getting the same results of failed relationships and dates not amounting to anything. Why is that? I think there are a couple of factors that people don't prioritize that play a huge role in the success of a relationship - the character and values of the people they date, the approach they take to get into a relationship, the parameters and boundaries in the relationship, and the work needed to maintain the relationship (just to name a few). How we approach relationships and the steps we take to make them last are crucial in determining their outcomes. So, for the next 3 months, I'll be writing a new dating series that focuses on the areas above with the goal that it helps you on your journey to finding your future and forever bae (please note - results may vary). Although I can't guarantee the quality of people you will come across, or that people will stop wasting your time, this series can assist you in making better decisions regarding the people in which you dedicate time and energy.

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Lord, Respectfully, What's Taking So Long?

Let me guess the process that led you here:

1. You had a desire for something — maybe a change in career, relationship status, family situation, financial circumstance — and prayed to God for it change

2. After praying, you waited and nothing happened

3. You prayed even more as time went on (more intensely than before)

4. You took it a step further and decided to fast on the matter to hear from God and see what’s causing the delay

5. And you still found yourself in the same circumstance

Sound about right?

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August Release: Waiting on Answers to Your Prayers

We have all been there (and probably are still there) where we pray to God asking for something and it just never seems to come to pass. We have fasted and prayed for our heart's desire to be fulfilled, and still, nothing. It can be disheartening, discouraging, disappointing, and even dissatisfying when we feel like we aren't being heard. It's even more difficult feeling stuck in the waiting period until something happens. As challenging a time as this may be, there is reason behind it, and God has not ignored you. So, this month, I want to talk more in depth about what it means to be in the waiting period for answers to your prayers, and what God is trying to accomplish in the meantime. I hope this post serves as encouragement for you to continue to hold onto your faith and trust in Him.

~ Releasing September 1st ~

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Embrace God’s Best For You

We live in a time where we just never seem to be satisfied with where we are in life. If we aren't constantly comparing ourselves to other people, we are convincing ourselves that we aren't where we are "supposed" to be – which has never made sense to me because how does one even arrive at this conclusion? Is it because you aren't as successful as you thought you would be by this point in your life? Is it because you aren't generating as much income as you would have hoped? Is it because your day-to-day life doesn't seem social media worthy? Whatever your reason may be, you need to understand that you are on your specific path for a reason. There is a purpose God has for you, and only you can fulfill it if you stay the course.

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July Release: Embracing Your Journey

I don't know how we got here - scratch that, I do know how we got here. Here being a place where people have become so dissatisfied and unhappy with their lives. Here being a situation where people are constantly comparing themselves to other people. Here being a generation where people are unable to actually trust God's process and to patiently follow the path, in faith, that He has set before them. We got here because of factors such as social media and a constant push for instant gratification that tell us that we are entitled to what we want, when we want, even if it's something God never intended for us. We have forgotten that worthwhile things in life don't come that easy, and that the journey is just as important, if not more important, than the destination. So, this month, I want to focus on following the path that God has you on, and embracing the journey along the way that will shape you for the future. I want to help you understand that even though you may feel like you aren't where you're supposed to be, you are right where God wants you.

~ Releasing Tomorrow ~

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Don’t Give Up On Your Goals Just Yet!

And just like that, it’s the end of June. I’m not sure how, but this year seems to be flying by right before our very eyes. If you’re like me, you set goals for yourself about what you wanted to complete before the year ended. But if you’re also like me, you haven’t necessarily seen the results you expected. It can be demoralizing when you aren’t achieving your goals in the timeframe you desire, especially when you feel like you’ve given it your all. You may even be tempted to scrap your goals and plans altogether. But fear not - I’m here to help you understand that it’s not too late to reach those goals, and what steps you can take to make them a reality.

June Release: Maximizing the Next Half of the Year

Well, we are now in the last week of June. And if you're thinking what I'm thinking, you're asking the same question - HOW IS JULY ALREADY AROUND THE CORNER?? Time has really been flying by and I'm sure you had plenty of things you wanted to accomplish by now. But if you're like, your goals have yet to be realized. But fret not; the year isn't over, and we still have 6 whole months to go! So, how can you maximize the next half of the year to make sure you can reach your goals, and align with the steps necessary to achieve them? Tune into my next post where I'll be discussing just that and provide guidance on how you can create a plan to be successful in accomplishing what you had in mind in the beginning of 2023.

~ To Be Released Later This Week ~

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A Real Friend to the End

We have finally come to the last part of the friendship series and will now focus on what makes a friendship last after it’s been formed! Maintaining a friendship is a lot simpler than people make it seem. Granted, the keyword here is simple – I didn’t say it would always be easy. We all have our own lives and responsibilities, and it will not always be convenient to do what is necessary to uphold a friendship. However, nothing in life that’s worthwhile usually comes that easy. So, I want to help you understand the steps you should take to ensure your friendships stand the test of time.

May Release: How to Maintain and Cultivate Friendships

We have finally come to the end of the friendship series! So far, we have discussed what does it mean to be a true friend, and how to navigate conflicts in a friendship. To close out this topic, we are going to cover what steps you should be taking in order to grow the bonds you have created, and ensure they last a lifetime. Similar to a relationship, the work doesn't stop once you get into one; it takes work, intentional effort, and sacrifice, in order to maintain a strong friendship. Oftentimes, people wonder why their friends start acting differently, and/or don't give them a certain energy they see them give to others, and it boils down to what you are investing into that friendship. I hope this post helps you to understand - if even a little bit - how to create healthy friendships and keep them going!

~ To Be Later This Month ~ 

Happy Mothers Day

Happy Mothers Day to all the moms out there who continue to make a difference in the lives of those around them! We know your job isn't easy, and yet you all make light work of it each and every single day. We love you! We appreciate you! We wouldn't be here without you!

Enjoy your day!

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Dang, Can I Catch a Break?

It seems like these days, everyone is dealing with one situation or the other. People have lost loved ones, jobs, friends, relationships, and their minds, trying to manage it all. It is extremely difficult to see any good in a situation when things seem dire; even more so when it seems to be one challenge after another. It’s also not an easy task to support and console those in your life that are going through these circumstances when you can’t imagine what it’s like to be in their shoes. But take heart - I’m here to reassure you that despite your situation, all hope is not lost.

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April Release: How to Maintain When Life is Lifing

We thought that with people returning to some kind of norm since the pandemic first started, that things would start making sense. However, it seems like now more than ever people are facing different types of losses (e.g., relationships, loved ones, friendships) and hardships (e.g., being laid off, struggling with finances, loved ones getting sick). Although we are starting to connect again like we did before Covid, the challenges still remain. So how do you manage your life when trials and tribulations seem to be showing up nonstop? How can you see the light through the darkness when your circumstances won't even let you breathe? How do you maintain a positive mindset when things seem to come crashing down in your life one after another? My March post on handling and persevering through hardships is coming soon!

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There’s Friends, And There’s Others

What would a friendship be without a little bit of conflict? You two may have similar interests, characteristics, and personalities, but you’re still two completely different people. So it goes without saying that you two may not always see eye to eye, and that’s normal. For that reason, it’s important to understand how to resolve conflict in a healthy way and to know when someone crosses the line. You can always get past conflict - but how do you move forward and how do you know when someone has gone too far?

February Release: Setbacks in Friendships

So, we've defined from a general standpoint what a friend is and the qualities the person possesses. But friendship, as enjoyable as it is, comes with downsides from time to time. Sometimes, we let down our friends in one way or another, and this puts the friendships to the test. As human beings, we will never be perfect; so, we should expect to make mistakes. The questions that arise as a result are where you draw the line when it comes to those mistakes, and at what point do you have to examine whether this person is truly your friend or not. I think this is a very important aspect of friendships to discuss because many of us are letting things slide that we shouldn't, and there are people who unfortunately are taking advantage of it. Tune in for the 2nd part of the friendship series releasing tomorrow!

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