The Audacity To Stand… When Life Presses You to the Ropes

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Happy April, Beautiful Soul,

I pray this message finds you well.

This month… I have found myself pressed firmly against the ropes of life.

Head shots. Uppercuts. Body blows. Even a few unexpected jabs.

And yet… I am still standing.

As I put pen to paper, I can see how I have been moving through this metaphorical boxing ring— bobbing and weaving, guarding, recalibrating… and at times, simply holding my ground.

And what has guided me through it all?

God.

His Word.

His Whispers.

His Presence.

In moments when I felt overwhelmed… Instead of reaching for my phone to text or call someone— I fell to my knees and prayed.

I opened my journal and releaZed. I sat in silence—one hand over my heart, the other over my solar plexus. I returned to my mat—even if only to stretch… and breathe.

And if I am honest, Beautiful Soul…

This has not just been a month.

It has been the past 15 months— Some of the most stretching, refining, and sacredly challenging seasons of my life.

At one point, someone said to me with care, “How much can one person take?”

And truthfully… I had asked God that same question in moments of surrender.

But then, I heard the words shared by Pastor Moore: “Why not you… Me?”

And something within me shifted.

Because while the words, “I’m so sorry you’re going through this…” are often spoken with love…

My spirit responded differently:

Don’t feel sorry for me.

Not from a place of hardness… But from a place of knowing.

Because God saw fit for all things to unfold according to His Divine Plan.

Even when I was formed in my mother’s womb… Even as my children were formed in hers—and in mine.

This season has taught me to be deeply mindful of my words.

Words matter.

They carry weight.

They carry energy.

They plant seeds.

And I am intentional that the words I speak are rooted in love and gentle kindness— even when they are corrective.

Because I also understand this:

Not everyone is ready to receive your words— no matter how impeccably they are delivered.

This is where I continue to lean into my Human Design… To respond, not react.

To move when I am authentically and organically led—with authority.

Because words have power.

There were moments when even well-intended words stirred worry, doubt, or fear within me.

And because of that… I chose silence.

My Hermit Space.

Because when life is coming at you from every direction, You must be intentional about what you allow into your mind's eye.

And in these past 15 months, even in my quiet…

God has sent prayer warriors.

Aligned resources.

People, places, and divine connections.

Reminders—again and again—that He is in control…

And that I am being held.

Cradled.

Covered.

So, Beautiful Soul, as I commence each day…

I lean into my Reiki-infused meditation. I anchor myself in the principles of The Four Agreements. I speak a prayer of protection over my mind, my heart, my family, and every space I enter.

I pour into my spirit through voices like Dr. Cindy Trimm, Sarah Jakes Roberts, Kierra Sheard-Kelly, and I ground through affirmations with Faith Hunter.

And throughout my day… I return to my Daily Anchoring Prayer:

God, I trust YOU—even when I don’t understand. Guard my mind, protect my peace, my heart, and cover my family. I releaZe what is not mine to carry. Strengthen me to BE who You’ve called me to BE… moment to moment. Amen.

When emotions rise…

I breathe.

I center.

I anchor in scripture.

“Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10

And I make a conscious decision to R.E.S.T.

Relax. Exhale. Still. Thrive.

I allow thoughts to come… And I intentionally releaZe what does not serve me.

Because what I know, that I know, that I know is this:

Mindset matters.

A Moment For You, Beautiful Soul…

Pause here.

Place one hand over your heart… The other over your solar plexus.

Inhale deeply for 4…

Hold for 4…

Exhale for 6…

Whisper softly:

“I am held. I am covered. I trust.”

This Month's Reflections | Journal PromptZ

Where in my life am I feeling “pressed against the ropes”?
What am I being called to releaZe that is not mine to carry?
What does it look like for me to trust God… here?

Thank you, Beautiful Soul, for sharing this space with me this month…

As I celebrate my 52nd Birthday.

Chapter 52.

And in this chapter, I am setting the intention—daily:

To Have The Audacity To BE The First To Put Me 1st… In All Ways & Always.

So as you continue your own dance within the boxing ring of life…

Guard your mind.

Protect your heart.

Honor your body.

Nurture your soul.

Stay rooted in your Spiritual Connection.

For me… that is God.

Know your Source.

Know your Strength.

And create a plan that supports your Daily Wellness & Well-BEing.

And if you are desiring a sacred space to do just that…

I invite you to join me and other women who are choosing to live audaciously aligned at A Colorful RendeZvous 2026 on Saturday, May 30th from,10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, in collaboration with Collect & Recover.