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.

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.

The year 2024 can be an opportunity for a profound transformation – a time to embark on a journey of self-reconnection and rediscovery. This journey is about coming back to who you truly are.

We’re heading into a new year. 2024 is this distant, so-close-yet-so-far-away concept with the possibility of transformation so explosive it triggers a mixture of excitement and anxiety. Are we ready for a reset? Are we prepared and aligned for a revitalization of ourselves, our lives, and our pursuits for living a fulfilling and purposeful life? Are we? Are you?

Last week, I introduced the power of hope in your journey for transformation. This week let’s hit this nail on the head again. Hope is the fuel that propels us forward when the road ahead seems long and daunting. It's the light that guides us through the darkest of times, reminding us that a better tomorrow is within reach.

I want you to recognize that hope is not an abstract concept. It's a tangible and powerful force that can shape your destiny. It looks like that glimmer of possibility, feels like a gentle whisper, and acts as a bridge to your brighter future.

Understanding what chaos really looks like in your life is the key to accepting the need for transformation. Not just change. Long-term, life-long transformation.