My Journey

What motivates you?

I used to wake up helpless, just going with the flow or mindlessly scrolling for hours on Instagram—hours wasted on cheap dopamine. I was unhappy. I lacked the motivation to do anything extra other than what was required.

I am unsure when I changed or decided to start dreaming again. I remember listening to Apostle Joshua Selman. His words always encouraged me. He would always say look unto the cross. I did. I remember praying to God, just handing everything over to him.

I am weak and as human as it gets, but I know that I am in God’s hand and that his Mercy radiates all through my life. I have the courage to try again. If a project fails, I try a new one. If a client leaves, I up my skills while praying for new clients.

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The truth is that most people who show a happy face or seem competent everywhere have a dark side. My dark side was when I thought I could do everything with my power and wisdom. The realization that I alone was not enough gave me a beating to helplessness and not willing to try; some would call that depression.

Apostle Joshua Selman changed my life because he made me aware that not being enough on my own was a truth. A more significant fact is that a competent God is ready to accept me, just as I am. No matter how frail or how big of a sinner I am.

Another thing that motivates me is seeing other black women succeed, win, and achieve their goals. Every time I hear these women talk, all they always say is God. These women have a prayer life, a word study life, and, most importantly, a personal journey with God.

My biggest motivation is my personal journey with God. I created my coloring book with that journey in mind.

You can find Apostle Joshua Selman on YouTube, Koinonia Global.

My Top 10 Fav Movies

What are your top ten favorite movies?

The fault in our stars
Home Alone
A tribe called Judah
Mr Monk ( It’s a series)
Grey’s anatomy ( also a series)
Breath of life
White chicks
Mean Girls
Central Intelligence
Hotel Transylvania

Do you guys have any movie recommendation?

My mind on paper

What do you enjoy most about writing?

It’s my mind on paper 😌

Enough Room To Grow

What do you love about where you live?

I love easy access to Wi-Fi, constant electricity, and clean water. These are basic things, but where I come from, they’re considered luxury. I am grateful for where I am and always hopeful.

In some way, being here has brought me closer to God, and that’s what really matters.

I created a new coloring book. It’s called knowing God. I had the idea of relating animals to a truth found in the bible. Every animal offers a glimpse into the spiritual truths that shape our understanding of the Creator.

The coloring book is perfect for all ages, it is not just an artistic activity but a spiritual journey. It invites you to reflect, meditate, and grow closer to God through the wonder of His creation.

I think it is pretty cool, here is a free coloring page. And if you would love the entire coloring book, totally click here.

A lady who is fearless cannot be courageous

What positive emotion do you feel most often?

Courage is the emotion that generates inner strength. Sometimes, it’s hard to get out of bed to push, but courage helps me—courage to show up for myself, business, and school.

I always feel courageous, and I am glad it enables me to post on the blog, pitch my business, and ask for help when I need it.

I was not always courageous. I have had days when I just couldn’t get out of bed and days when I was too scared to pitch my business.

The moment I realized it was not by my strength, willpower, or by being super cute, it all changed.

All I ever needed was God to hold my hands through the day. The concept of God holding my hands gives me courage. And I always feel it because I now know that God is holding my hands.

I don’t know who needs to hear this, but if you are struggling to get out of bed or put work on in, just remember God is holding your hands. He gives you the courage to get out of bed and strength to do the next task.

Get out of bed
Make your bed
Get a cold shower
Pray
Do the most challenging task first

How I plan my goals

How do you plan your goals?

I am pretty new to planning. However, I have learned the value of committing your goals and plans to God so far.

I then try to write them down and also write strategies to help me achieve them.

I am flexible but goal-oriented, so I always do small, achievable tasks to help me achieve my goal. And I reward myself every time I accomplish the week’s target.

A tip: do 45-minute focused work and 15-minute breaks.

Adopting this routine significantly reduced my burnout. In my 15-minute breaks, I find time to indulge in a good book, enjoy some humor on Instagram, or even treat myself to a refreshing cup of coffee. These moments of relaxation, these acts of self-care, are crucial in maintaining productivity and well-being.

How do you plan your goals?

Oh noooo, Jessica no 😩

Create an emergency preparedness plan.

I am a medical student and have seen things go wrong within seconds before everything was okay.

This reminds me of the importance of living in the moment. You never know what might happen in the next second.

Always have active insurance
Passports and ID
Emergency savings
Extra pads and tampons in travel bags
Makeup kit, wipes and an nice perfume
Emergency contact lists
Medications, contact lenses and contact lens containers, and solution

The list is endless, but this is what comes to mind now.

How are you? I am fine

What is a word you feel that too many people use?

People say ‘how are you?’ these days just to remain polite. Some don’t mean it. Some are not really interested in your reply. They just want the expected answer, ‘I am fine’.

But are you really fine though? And do they wanna know the real reply to ‘how are you’ or are they just being polite 😂