Biblical Money Stewardship vs People-Pleasing: Why Your Generosity Might Be Selfish
I thought I was a good steward of money. I was wrong. If you are looking to become better with money and give cheerfully… To give without feeling a sense of obligation and resentment To give financially without sacrificing yourself and others… This month’s Pink Flamingo Reflection is for you. Learn how people-pleasing made me […]
Don’t Despise Small Beginnings
The Work That Doesn’t Feel Important For a long while, I felt like the work I did wasn’t good enough. I compared my work to what others were doing and found it lacking. I couldn’t enjoy my work because I was always on the lookout for the labor I’d do tomorrow that had a greater […]
The Shame of “Going Backward”
Listen to the audio version here: https://youtu.be/EREPP6niE2U I want to talk today about how we often feel our work isn’t as important if we’re not at the forefront, leading and doing impactful, “important” work. My pink flamingo friend, let me tell you some truth right out of the gate. Your work matters, whether you are […]
I got married!
I got married on February 15!!! I stopped trying to earn love, make it happen and waited on God’s best. After years of healing and submission, He gave me the husband He promised. Our dating, courtship, and engagement phase lasted exactly four months. I married the man God gave me exactly five years and two […]
What’s Left? What Can You Chase If You’re Not Chasing Success.
If you’re a high-achiever who’s always chasing the next goal and striving for success, this one’s for you.… It’s even more for you if you’re pushing yourself just to keep up with what’s expected of you, trying to keep up appearances and live up to the ‘perfect’ image of other people’s standards. I get it. […]
Stewardship or Stinginess: When does scripture say you should deprive yourself…
If you prefer listening, here is audio version of this post: https://youtu.be/G3M5nM7RVBg I’m stingy when it comes to myself. There! I said it! Does this make me feel relief that it’s out in the open? Nope! All it does is make me think about how to get out of that pattern…especially when I realize that […]
Stuck in an Exhausting Decision Loop? Here’s How to Handle Unfairness, Set Boundaries, and Regain Control
Imma tell on myself for a bit. Two weeks ago, I realized that I spent three months back and forthing with a friend about a critical decision. I took great pains to ensure we were both aligned and happy with the direction we were going. That was important! How I went about that went against […]
Betrayal or Disappointment?
Struggling with disappointment in your faith journey? Discover how to navigate feelings of betrayal, deepen your intimacy with God, and find peace in His presence. A heartfelt reflection on trust, surrender, and healing through life’s challenges.
Anxiety. Overwhelm. And Lying.
I lied to my therapist last week. He asked me, “How are you doing?” I replied, “I am dealing with a lot but I feel still.” It turns out that the handle I thought I had on the situations going on was not handling well. A cauldron of emotions bubbled up in me to the […]
Cut A Friend
I loved my friends and clients but, I treated them like enemies. I refused to cut a friend. Storytime. Recently, the Lord jerked me up about how I showed up in my friendships and some relationships. I gave them kisses and smiles when they needed something life-giving but hard to give and possibly receive. Let […]