For a long time, I struggled with the phrase, “Give God the glory.” My mother used to say it constantly, especially during moments when I longed for her gratitude. As her full-time caregiver, I poured myself into serving her, yet she never thanked me—only God. It drove me crazy. Why couldn’t she see my efforts?ContinueContinue reading “When Giving God the Glory Hurt Me—And Taught Me to Love Better”
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Staying the Course: Lessons in Discipline, Faith, and Choosing Love
This morning started with a sense of clarity. As I woke up, a single thought repeated in my mind: “Stay in your lane.” It wasn’t just about sticking to my goals. It was a gentle reminder to trust God’s timing and not get distracted by fleeting emotions or the noise around me. I reached forContinueContinue reading “Staying the Course: Lessons in Discipline, Faith, and Choosing Love”
The Light is Returning: Reflections on Growth, Karma, and Renewal
As the year draws to a close, I find myself reflecting once again on how nature’s cycles—like the quiet return of light after the winter solstice—mirror our own journeys through darkness, transformation, and renewal. They remind us that even the hardest struggles, though they may cut deeply, can lead to growth and balance if weContinueContinue reading “The Light is Returning: Reflections on Growth, Karma, and Renewal”
A Solstice Meditation: On Gratitude, Pain, and the Courage to Speak Truth
A Journey into Gratitude and Awakening Winter solstice has arrived, marking the longest night of the year, and I’ve been reflecting deeply on the lessons of my life—particularly on the pain that has shaped me and the truths it has revealed. The solstice reminds us that even the darkest moments have their purpose, for itContinueContinue reading “A Solstice Meditation: On Gratitude, Pain, and the Courage to Speak Truth”
Confronting Darkness: A Call to Sacred Healing and Connection
Growing up, I often debated with my father and his church elder friends about morality and religion. I believed, way back then, that moral character could exist independently of faith—that knowing the difference between right and wrong was enough. My youthful self argued that choosing good simply required knowledge and a personal commitment to actContinueContinue reading “Confronting Darkness: A Call to Sacred Healing and Connection”
Egoic Hatred and the Projection of Shame: A Closer Look
In the process of sharing ideas that challenge people’s deeply held beliefs, I’ve encountered an interesting phenomenon: egoic hatred. Some of the feedback I’ve received has accused me of spreading “lies” and suggested that my perspectives were born out of the “shame of my own sin.” While the initial instinct might be to laugh thisContinueContinue reading “Egoic Hatred and the Projection of Shame: A Closer Look”
The Fracture of Belief, Continued: Ego, Dishonesty, and the Triumph of Truth
Since publishing my last post on The Fracture of Belief, I’ve had a chance to reflect deeply—both on the ideas I shared and the responses I’ve received. Among the feedback were moments of resonance, where readers connected with the message. But there were also challenges, criticisms, and even a few outright rejections. To my surprise,ContinueContinue reading “The Fracture of Belief, Continued: Ego, Dishonesty, and the Triumph of Truth”
Learn from the Enlightenment My Pain Caused Me (Or How Pain Is the Enlightenment)
I wrote this post a year ago, but the words necessary to appropriately convey it took a lot longer to set in. I used to struggle with anxiety, especially around the holidays. Not the run-of-the-mill holiday stress—this was the kind of anxiety that wrapped itself around my chest, whispering, “Someone’s going to die. Something terribleContinueContinue reading “Learn from the Enlightenment My Pain Caused Me (Or How Pain Is the Enlightenment)”
From Pain to Purpose: How Faith, Integrity, and Gratitude Transformed My Trauma into Growth
What if the greatest tragedies of your life were actually the catalysts for your transformation? What if faith, honesty, and gratitude could take you from the depths of despair to a life filled with purpose and peace? I’ve lived through my fair share of pain—loss, caregiving, exhaustion, and moments of doubt so deep I almostContinueContinue reading “From Pain to Purpose: How Faith, Integrity, and Gratitude Transformed My Trauma into Growth”
The Sacredness of Sexual Energy: A Spiritual Call for Awareness
Disclaimer: This is not an opinion piece. This is not judgment. This is an urgent spiritual message. Today, I found myself broken open by a story—a story that pulled at the very fibers of my soul and left me sobbing, not from judgment, but from a deep spiritual ache. It was about a young womanContinueContinue reading “The Sacredness of Sexual Energy: A Spiritual Call for Awareness”
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