The Summer of 35

The End of a Chapter This week has been both somber and light. I am closing a chapter that has occupied six months of my life, and while relief washes over me, an unexpected sadness lingers. I am grateful for the journey, but now, I must reclaim my time. Physically, my body reminds me that I have neglected it. Some days it’s my eyes, other days my teeth ache, or my legs feel like they are carrying years of exhaustion. I don’t trust clinics, so I know I need to save for a proper doctor’s visit—one that will see me as a whole person, not just another name on a chart. Despite the aches, I remain grateful. My body, though tired, has carried me through, and for that, I honor it. Survival vs. Thriving Lately, I’ve caught myself contemplating settling. Settling for familiarity, for comfort, for a man I’ve known for years. He offers safety, predictability, companionship—but not expansion. And that’s unsettling for me. I don’t want to simply survive anymore. I want to thrive. I want a life t...

  Marching Forward: A Week of Reflection, Resilience, and Radiance This week has been a whirlwind—a storm of emotions, a cascade of moments that stretched me, challenged me, and ultimately, refined me. I have smiled in triumph, I have cried in release, and I have sat with myself in deep reflection. The Lessons Etched in My Soul I Am Beautiful – Not just in the way my skin glows in the golden hour light, but in the way my spirit radiates warmth, the way my energy fills a room, the way my soul cradles kindness. I Am Loved – Not just by those around me but by the divine orchestration of life itself. The universe conspires in my favor, wrapping me in an embrace of unwavering grace. I Am Intelligent – My mind is a vast ocean, brimming with ideas, solutions, and infinite creativity. I am capable, resourceful, and powerful beyond measure. The Most Profound Realization? 💫 I Can Do All Things. 💫 Nothing Is Impossible. 💫 I Have a Force Greater Than Any Opposition. I refuse ...

January: A Fresh Start with Focus and Direction As the new year unfolds, I am embracing a mindset of discipline and intentionality. My dreams and goals are far too valuable to be left to chance, floating in the chaotic space of my mind. I have often relied on my memory to keep track of everything, and while I do get things done, I know I am capable of achieving so much more if I just dedicate time to structured planning. Why a Task List is Essential A task list isn’t just a checklist; it is a roadmap to success. It is the bridge between my aspirations and tangible results. Without direction, dreams remain ideas, mere whispers of potential that never come to fruition. But with a plan, every goal becomes actionable, achievable, and inevitable. Breaking It Down: From Vision to Action 1. Monthly Goals: The Big Picture Each month, I will define a set of overarching goals that align with my larger vision for the year. These are the key milestones that will keep me on track. 2. Weekly ...

The Summer of 35: The Dawn of Possibility With each passing year, the promise of something fresh, vibrant, and intoxicatingly possible lies ahead. The beginning of a new chapter is always intriguing—a blank slate painted with renewed resolutions, audacious mantras, and a surge of “I can” energy. As the first quarter ignites with fervor, the second quarter humbles us, whispering truths: nothing truly changes unless we commit to the labor of transformation. This year, I step into my narrative with an unyielding sense of purpose. The Joy of Consistency The adventure of writing and narrating my story has been a deeply satisfying endeavor. Week after week, I’ve sat with myself, translating my inner world into words, weaving a tapestry of reflection and intention. There is an undeniable thrill in witnessing the evidence of consistency—the palpable results that emerge from showing up, even when the odds seemed stacked against me. I now dare to expand this discipline into other areas of m...