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I really wanted to write a pretty “Welcome April” feel good post, but……….

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I really wanted to write a pretty “welcome April” feel good post, and I know so many of us are pushing ahead with laser focus and doing our very best to make or through each day! But I decided to keep It real!
So, let me talk to those that are being left behind in their struggles, in their relationships, in their mind, in their ability to see a way out…….

Change will only come when you’ve decided that you’ve had enough, when you draw a line in the sand and say, “No more.” That will be the point when you reclaim your power and take ownership of your circumstances.

Yes, I know It’s not easy,
It requires courage, self-awareness, and a willingness to embrace discomfort. For it’s in that discomfort that growth flourishes. It’s in that decision that transformation begins.

So, if nothing has gone as planned so far this year, and you’re feeling stuck, unhappy, or unfulfilled, ask yourself, have I had enough? Am I ready to take a stand and create the change I seek? remember the power to transform your life lies within you. It starts with a single decision, the decision to no longer settle for anything less than you deserve.

Embrace your power. Seize every opportunity and gather the courage to move forward. One step at a time, one tear at a time, one heartbreak at a time, one self-revelation at a time, one truth at a time. Take the step and watch as change unfolds, leading you toward a brighter, more astonishing future.

~#paragonwords

Blessings/ Nikki Sterling

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Forgive Them

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There’s a light in your heart when you know within yourself that you hold no grievance in your soul for anyone.

When you forgive, know that you are healing and building a future free from the baggage and torment of your past.

Know that forgiveness is accepting that, yes, what you did hurt me, but I will no longer allow hatred and unforgiveness to live in my heart.

I forgive, so freedom can sing in my bones.

I forgive, so I can be the best version of myself.

I forgive, so I can give myself a future.

I forgive, so my heart is free to bless others.

I forgive, so I can teach my kids about the power of forgiveness.

I forgive, so God can use me.

I forgive, so I can pray without hinderance.

Forgiveness is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. It unshackles your mind and body and help you to see the bigger picture.

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With Gratitude

Nikki Sterling

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I Am Ready

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2023 tried to take me out but I wouldn’t let it. It was hard and rough, but I showed up in all my strength.
The more it tried to silence me, the more I laughed in the face of fear. At rock bottom, I dug deep within myself and found gold.
I did not sacrifice myself worth on the hard days. I kept my heart soft and prayed my way through.
2024 will be a year of growth and breakthrough. I am ready!

I am ready to be free, I am ready to live the life I worked so hard to achieved. This is my time.

~🩵Paragonwords

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Your Best Year

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My intentions are set; my goals are bone deep, my focus is steadfast, my vision is crystal clear. I will not be shaken; I will slow down and rest, but I’ll never stop trying to live abundantly.

Today’s goal, set some boundaries of what you will no longer allowed to cloud your vision.

Write it down, have that hard conversation with a loved one, a coworker or with yourself. Make it clear, make it truthful and set it down in your heart!

Now celebrate.

As we come to the end of the first Month of 2023, I hope you are ready and focus to have the best year ever.

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With Gratitude

Stay Hopeful!

Nikki

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Don’t Let Rejection Move you

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Rejection is a part of life, sometimes it’s unfair, and sometimes it’s because we are not prepared to step into that present situation. Most times, it’s because we are trying to fit into a space that’s not meant for us.

Always trust that sometimes rejection is pushing you towards something greater. Do not allow rejection to move you. Do not allow it to stop you from reaching higher. Do not allow it to harden your heart.

Continue to move with purpose, continue to reach into the depth and announce your presence. You will know where you are meant to be, you will feel the warmth and the peace that comes with being accepted.

Never push or stay where you know you don’t belong. Recognize rejection when it comes and learn to walk away. In doing so, you will save yourself years of being stuck in the wrong place.

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Thanks for reading

Have a safe and bless week.

With Gratitude

Nikki

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You are Hope and Love and Pure Light 

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You were meant for this life! Look at your heart, it has touched darkness but still welcomed the light. There’s a part of you that refuses to kneel, refuses to accept that this is all there is to life. You are hope and love and pure light. 💡 Follow your heart, it knows the way. The universe misses the way you used to smile. Come on back home to the truth and the beauty of who you were meant to be.

The truth whispered

Down from where the wild things

Dances. At night it held on to

All the light and wait for you to

Touch the darkness, to lend to them

Your beautiful sight.

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Thanks for reading!

wITH gratitude

Nikki

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Let It End

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Let it end

Let the reign of

Self-doubt go

It has done its time

It has caused you enough grief

Let this new season

Bring you peace

Forgive yourself for

Thinking you are not worthy

It’s time to heal

It’s time to rise

Let it be known that

You did not give up

Even when doubt lingers

In the corners of your mind

Putting yourself back together

Was not easy

But your courage to forge

A new path has given you strength

To carry on

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Lately, I’ve been focusing on embracing what’s before me. Letting the past rest and living with true purpose.

As you take a deep look at your life and your future, change what’s not working, keep what makes you happy. Live in the moment and let your joy be known.

I would love to hear from you! leave a comment below.

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With Gratitude

Nikki

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Inspiration

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Finding inspiration in our everyday routine is important, because it keeps us from getting bored and stagnant. It also challenges us to see things differently. Inspiration can come from the simplest of things, we must be open and ready to be inspired.

Each day we have an opportunity to try something new, to do one thing different from the day before. it could be simple as going for a walk and being present in the moment.

Take nothing for granted, make each moment count.

I would love to hear how you stay present and inspired each day.

Leave a comment below

With Gratitude

Nikki

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10 Positive Affirmations to Slow Down and Repeat Each Day

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Peace and serenity are everywhere, slow down and let it find you.

As we watch the year pass by, we can’t help but notice that everything is changing and moving at a faster pace. We get carried along in the chaotic hustle of everyday living, without a moment to slow down and let our mind and body rest. Today I want to share ten positive affirmation that we can repeat each day to help calm our minds and help us slow down and focus on where we are, and also, to give our soul time to get caught up with our mind and body.

  1. I am enough for whatever situation comes my way.
  2. I belong in this space; I am grateful to be here.
  3. I believe in myself and my abilities.
  4. I cultivate and create my own happiness. 
  5. My dreams and desires are valid.
  6. I appreciate and love myself exactly as I am, without judgment.
  7. My life is overflowing with goodness and grace.
  8. I am open to all opportunities; I am powerful and capable.
  9. I am beautiful just the way I am.
  10. My destiny is in my hands.

If you find these affirmation helpful; leave me a note in the comment section.

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With Gratitude

Nikki

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Grief

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I want to encourage you today to hold on; to not give in to grief. It will rob you of your best days, but you will survive. There’s hope at the bending of the road, a shift in time that will forever connect the lineage of hearts and hands, of soul and spirit. What you’ve lost will never be forgotten and what you’ve gained will live in your heart until the end of time.

This is for you on the hard days

I know you’ve tried your best

To live with this emptiness

But the world

Thunder through your chest

And most days

Bravery calls out

For brokenness to take

Its place

You’re never one

To walk away

But your soul is weary

The nights are longer

And your heart

Is full of grief

Thank you for sharing this space with me

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With Gratitude

Nikki

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