When I share A More Powerful YOU! with others, I’m sometimes met with a little bit of confusion—“So, what exactly is that?”—so I thought I’d take a moment to break it down. But more than just giving you the “info,” I want to share the heart behind it. I want to share why it exists.
Truthfully, I’ve been hesitant to share this publicly. Not because I’m unsure of what I’ve built—but because I know I’m often speaking to a very specific group of people. I call them the “misfit believers.” You know who you are ...
You still have hope. You still have belief in God. You still want to believe in yourself.
But that relationship feels complicated—maybe even a little shaky.
But that relationship feels complicated—maybe even a little shaky.
If that’s you, then friend, you are exactly who I’ve been thinking of this whole time.
It’s no secret that my own relationship with God has been a turbulent one. Some have had front-row seats to the messiness and some might’ve formed their own opinions about me. That’s okay. I’ve learned that people will often misunderstand what they don’t take the time to really see.
But for the sake of reaching the hope-filled-but-struggling hearts—the ones who long for more but feel weighed down by doubt—I’m choosing to share this now.
Because I’ve held this vision a little too close to my chest for a little too long.
Sure, I could’ve just slapped a few one-liners and a verse on my website and left it at that. But 1) that’s not me, and 2) I know that kind of marketing would attract the wrong crowd. And I care more about creating real transformation than building a big crowd.
What I don’t want is to attract the argumentative church crowd—you know, the ones who don’t look angry until they feel compelled to correct someone who sees things differently. Who offer unsolicited advice disguised as concern. Who claim to operate in love, but only when it fits their framework.
I am DONE—truly DONE—with those kinds of conversations and debates.
So where did A More Powerful YOU! come from?
For many, even the name is unsettling. It challenges traditional beliefs about God, power, and worth. I get it. I wrestled with those things too.
I was raised in an environment that taught me I was worthless without God. That I was broken beyond repair. That any power I had should be suspiciously examined or handed over to someone else (often a man in leadership). I was taught to distrust myself, deny my desires, and follow the rules—especially the unspoken ones.
And yet…
Deep inside, I always felt this quiet, stubborn knowing that God couldn’t have created me to be worthless. That there had to be more. That maybe the problem wasn’t me, but the system that kept trying to dim that light.
The inner conflict nearly tore me apart. It took years—YEARS—of soul-searching, doubt, grief, prayer, and sitting in silence to arrive at one powerful truth:
We were created for MORE.
Not more striving.
Not more rule-following.
Not more performing or proving.
Not more rule-following.
Not more performing or proving.
More truth, more freedom, more alignment with who God uniquely created us to be.
We were never meant to operate outside of our inner calling.
That truth finally settled in my spirit, and it changed everything. We are created for so much more than what we've been conditioned to settle for. We were never meant to live small, fear-driven lives. We were designed to live in alignment — with love, with purpose, and with the powerful truth of who we really are.
And that is what A More Powerful YOU! is about.
It’s not a self-help gimmick or a slick coaching program. It’s a movement of healing and restoration. A place where the broken, the doubting, the rebuilding, and the deeply called can come to reconnect with their true identity and God-given power.
I don’t claim to have all the answers or a perfect belief system. What I do have is an inner peace—a Spirit-led confidence that I am walking in who I was always meant to be. And I want the same for you.
I’ll be honest—much of my view of scripture still feels fragile, even tainted, after years of seeing it twisted and weaponized. But one verse has never stopped speaking truth to my soul, and it deeply applies here:
For God has not given us a spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” – 2 Timothy 1:7
This verse is a call to remembrance. To legacy. To identity.
We were never meant to live in fear. We were created to walk in power, in love, and with a sound mind—clear, steady, grounded.
But over time, life gets noisy. Trauma creeps in. Religious systems try to control what was never theirs to own. Pain convinces us to play small, stay silent, or settle.
A More Powerful YOU! is my answer to that.
It’s God's message, flowing through my voice, reminding you of who you really are. It’s a sacred invitation to reclaim the parts of yourself that were lost, silenced, or stripped away. It’s about rediscovering your unique expression of power, peace, courage, and truth—and walking in it boldly.
Not because you have all the answers.
Not because you're perfect.
But because you were always meant to be powerful.
Not because you're perfect.
But because you were always meant to be powerful.
And I’m just here to remind you.
Let’s talk about something that really fires me up—greenwashing. You know, those brands that slap a leaf or the word “natural” on their packaging and expect us to believe they care about our health, our planet, or our families—when in reality, they’re still packing their products with harmful chemicals and shady practices?
Yeah. That.
I used to fall for it, too. Bright, earthy labels. Words like “pure,” “clean,” “eco-friendly.” I wanted so badly to trust that companies were finally making better choices. But what I’ve realized—and what you may have felt deep down—is that most of it is just a marketing illusion. A manipulative mask to keep us feeling safe while they keep profiting off our confusion.
And let’s be real—the emotional toll is heavy.
Greenwashing isn't just deceptive. It's emotionally abusive.
It messes with our trust. It triggers guilt. It leaves us feeling defeated, overwhelmed, and unsure of who or what to believe. That’s not a minor inconvenience—that’s psychological whiplash.
Especially for those of us who are trying so hard to make better choices—mamas balancing work, parenting and schooling and those healing from trauma and doing all the emotional labor. We don’t need one more lie to untangle. We don’t need to feel like we’re the ones falling short because the system is built to confuse and exploit us.
Greenwashing feeds the same thought traps we’ve been trying to break free from:
- “You’re not doing enough.”
- “It’s your fault you didn’t know.”
- “Just try harder.”
No. The problem isn’t you—it’s the system manipulating your heart and good intentions.
This is about more than clean products. It’s about reclaiming your power.
When we see through the manipulation, we stop letting it steal our peace and self-worth. When we learn what’s really in our products—and how those ingredients affect our emotional and mental health—we get to make truly empowered choices.
That’s why I talk so much about emotional intelligence and healing, even in conversations about labels and products. Because everything is connected. Your peace matters. Your body, your mind, and your truth matter.
The Slow, Silent Killer
(How Self-Pity Sneaks In and Steals Your Power)
(How Self-Pity Sneaks In and Steals Your Power)
Let’s call it what it is.
Self-pity is a thief.
It feels justified. It feels safe.
But it slowly poisons your hope.
It silences your courage.
And it convinces you to stay stuck.
It feels justified. It feels safe.
But it slowly poisons your hope.
It silences your courage.
And it convinces you to stay stuck.
Here’s the tricky part: it often wears the disguise of rest or reflection.
But if you're honest with yourself...
You know when it’s turned into rehearsing pain instead of healing from it.
You know when it’s become your identity instead of your temporary emotion.
But if you're honest with yourself...
You know when it’s turned into rehearsing pain instead of healing from it.
You know when it’s become your identity instead of your temporary emotion.
And listen—I get it.
You’ve been through hell.
You’ve carried things no one saw.
You’ve held your family together, your heart together, your mind together... with duct tape and prayer.
You’ve been through hell.
You’ve carried things no one saw.
You’ve held your family together, your heart together, your mind together... with duct tape and prayer.
But hear me: you don’t have to camp in the pain just because it’s familiar.
Self-pity doesn’t lead to freedom.
It leads to apathy.
To victimhood.
To waking up five years from now in the same cycle, still waiting for someone to rescue you.
It leads to apathy.
To victimhood.
To waking up five years from now in the same cycle, still waiting for someone to rescue you.
Here’s how to start shifting out of it when it creeps in:
1. Catch the Narrative.
Listen to the story you’re telling yourself.
Is it full of “why me,” “I’ll never,” “they always”?
Stop. Pause. Flip the script.
Listen to the story you’re telling yourself.
Is it full of “why me,” “I’ll never,” “they always”?
Stop. Pause. Flip the script.
2. Move Your Body.
Even a 10-minute walk can break the emotional loop.
You’re not powerless. Movement reminds your brain of that.
Even a 10-minute walk can break the emotional loop.
You’re not powerless. Movement reminds your brain of that.
3. Speak Out Loud What You Can Control.
“I can choose how I respond today.”
“I can make one powerful decision.”
“I can ask for help without shame.”
“I can choose how I respond today.”
“I can make one powerful decision.”
“I can ask for help without shame.”
4. Interrupt the Isolation.
Self-pity feeds in the dark. Connection is light.
Text a friend. Join a group. Say the hard thing out loud.
Self-pity feeds in the dark. Connection is light.
Text a friend. Join a group. Say the hard thing out loud.
5. Pray or Journal Honestly.
Not the polished version. The messy, real one.
God doesn’t need your filter—He wants your heart.
Not the polished version. The messy, real one.
God doesn’t need your filter—He wants your heart.
You are allowed to grieve. You are allowed to feel.
But you are not meant to stay in that pit.
You are powerful. Even now.
Even in the middle of the mess.
But you are not meant to stay in that pit.
You are powerful. Even now.
Even in the middle of the mess.
Don’t let self-pity steal one more inch of your future.
Have you ever felt like something is trying to keep you small, stuck, and afraid? Like there’s a war raging inside your mind, pulling you between the hope of who you were created to be and the fear that keeps you trapped in the shadows? That war is real. The battle for our mind is one of the most intense struggles we face, and it’s not just about our thoughts—it’s about our destiny.
The Invisible War
There is a force in this world that wants to keep you locked in fear, insecurity, and self-doubt. It whispers lies that tell you you’re not enough, that you’ll never heal, that your past defines you. These forces—whether you call them darkness, the enemy, or limiting beliefs—do everything they can to prevent you from stepping into the light of your full potential. Why? Because when you rise into confidence, clarity, and purpose, you become unstoppable.
On the other side of this battle is truth—light, freedom, and peace. You were designed with purpose, with strength, and with the ability to overcome. The struggle for your mind is not just about thoughts; it’s about whether you will live as the powerful creation you were meant to be or stay trapped in a cycle of fear and limitation.
The Weapons of Darkness: Fear, Lies, and Isolation
The enemy of our mind works in subtle but powerful ways. Here are three of the biggest tactics used to keep us bound:
- Fear – Fear keeps us paralyzed. It tells us it’s safer to stay small than to take a risk. It convinces us that stepping into something new will only bring pain.
- Lies – The voice of darkness is full of deception: “You’re not good enough. You’ll always be broken. You don’t have what it takes.” These lies keep us stuck in self-doubt.
- Isolation – When we feel alone in our struggle, it becomes easier to believe the lies. Isolation magnifies pain and makes us think we have to fight alone.
Breaking Free: The Path to Mental and Emotional Freedom
The good news is that we are not powerless. We can reclaim our minds, our emotions, and our identity. Here’s how we start breaking free:
- Recognize the Battle – The first step to victory is awareness. When we acknowledge that there is an active force trying to keep us stuck, we can begin to fight back.
- Replace Lies with Truth – Every time a negative thought or fear creeps in, replace it with truth. “I am enough. I am strong. I am capable. My past does not define me.”
- Surround Yourself with Light – Healing happens in connection. Find a supportive community, a mentor, or a coach who will remind you of your worth and challenge the false narratives in your mind.
- Take Bold Action – Fear loses its power when we move forward despite it. Even small steps toward your goals and healing can break the chains of mental bondage.
Step into the Light of Your True Identity
You were created for more than a life of fear, doubt, and mental torment. The battle for your mind is real, but so is your strength. Darkness may try to hold you back, but the light within you is greater. When you step into truth, freedom, and confidence, you don’t just break free for yourself—you become a beacon for others to follow.
It’s time to rise. To fight. To reclaim the mind and the life that was always meant to be yours.
You are powerful. You are worthy. And you are not alone.
Lately, I have been rediscovering a part of my spiritual journey that was shaky at best for the past several years.
It's been an amazing awakening of sorts as I sift through thoughts, emotions, interactions, new discoveries and literal miracles. For many years leading up 'til now, this part of my journey had been difficult as I managed to somehow hold on to faith while also challenging every part of it.
In recent weeks, I've discovered a whole new way of viewing God, scripture, others, myself, creation and our purpose in all of it. It wasn't anything all that earth shattering or new, but it has left a pretty big impression.
As I woke up this morning, the idea came to me to do a 30-day journey with God and see where it goes. While I feel like it has already started in some ways, I am officially starting it April 1st, since coincidentally, there are 30 days in that month.
Each day, I plan to intentionally include these 3 things:
Prayer
A Scripture of some kind
Kindness toward others
I will do my best to recap here each night on my blog.
I'd love to invite anyone into this space to follow along, comment, and either actively or silently participate.
I welcome ANYONE into this journey, but it's most likely going to be a good fit for those who ...
Struggle in their faith
Wonder if God is really there
Doubt a little (or a lot)
Have had faith used as a bludgeoning tool
Have questions - yes, even difficult ones
Have been ostracized or vilified for asking questions or challenging the church status quo
Feel like faith is important but don't know what you really believe or where to begin
Need a space to not feel judged
Need support in their journey
Are wondering who they were created to be
I don't propose to have all the answers, but I will commit to walking this journey openly and alongside you as we navigate and discover new perspectives and truths we may not yet fully know.
If you're here for it, drop a comment and let me know.
