Life be life’n. We all know this. It can seem like life is happening to us. We are being tossed and turned by forces that we cannot manage or control. But is this really God’s will for us? To be victims of life? Just typing this sounds wrong.

Emotions can lead us away from our true selves and goals. It seems that this reality is much more common than our emotions driving us along the highway toward our best selves and better lives. In our chaotic lives, we must sit with our emotions. We need to get to know them, identify them, and take control. Only then can we find fulfilment in our everyday lives.

Our minds determine what we see and how we perceive what we see. Our minds determine the triggering of emotions and how we respond. Our minds dictate what we will do or not do. All wars in our lives are won and lost on the battlefield of our minds. Our mindset determines our peace, joy, happiness, or success. I talk about mindset a lot. I’ve come to learn that thinking differently will not only welcome healing but will open doors we never thought possible.

I've got a closet full of t-shirts that read "I'm stuck again, start over." And let me tell you, constantly starting over can be such a downer. It feels like I'm not making any progress at all. The frustration of being boxed in or chained to a place I don't want to be is real.

If you're feeling stuck too, you're not alone.

There's a quote from Tyler Perry that has found its home on the wall of my office, nestled among other yellow sticky notes that serve as constant reminders on my journey of calling and purpose. It reads, “All people want is to be seen and heard.” This quote has taken on a profound meaning for me in 2024.

As we welcome 2024, we’re halfway through the first month of twelve. Surely, we’ve hit a little turbulence by now. Last week we talked about embracing imperfection to keep moving forward. Today let’s talk about spontaneity. It's about tapping into the deepest parts of oneself, free from external narratives, societal norms, and cultural expectations.

Say it loud and proud, "I am imperfect." In a world full of beautifully flawed creatures, living imperfect lives in an imperfect world, imperfection is our common ground. I hope this is a welcoming reminder to take it easy and lighten up as you pursue your new beginnings and revitalizations. Chill out, Sis! God got you! You got this. You show up ready and what is meant to be will come.

Today is what matters. And today is the beginning of December. This thirty-day period allows time to reflect, reset, and restore. It also encourages us to revisit our relationship with God. During this time, we can ponder who we are and how we should live. Additionally, it prompts us to walk by faith towards our desired future.