This month, I had an opportunity to speak to a group of women at the National Single Moms Conference on the topic of growing in their confidence in Christ. It was an experience to remember! I wish I had more time to dive deep with the attendees because there are so many more scriptures to renew their confidence in Christ. (more…)
Identity
A collection of post focused on building a foundation for your identify by improving relationship with self, confidence, emotional well being, and purpose. Christian resources created to impact your God-given identity and spiritual growth.
3 Obstacles To Confidence and How To Overcome Them
I remember two very different times in my life that I had very different reactions to stepping up or showing up as me. I was either up or down, but in between, there were always obstacles to confidence, blocking my ability to be. (more…)
How To Be More Vulnerable As A Single Mom With These 4 Tips
For many, hearing the word ‘vulnerable’ is like hearing a curse word. Some people view vulnerability as a weakness, others view being vulnerable as a demonstration of helplessness. However the vulnerable I am talking about is choosing to put down the walls, removing the guards so that you can find deeper intimacy with God and with others you trust. (more…)
50 Affirmations For Authentic Confidence Today
Today, I will not bore you with a lengthy introduction because I know you clicked on the link to peruse through the 50 affirmations for authentic confidence put together by yours truly. However, before you dive in, I want to clear something up. (more…)
How To Cultivate A Amazing Life Outside Of Being A Mom With These 5 Steps
Being a single mom requires so much focus, time, and energy. We often feel as though our only priority and focus should be on our children. This is true, but I believe women weren’t put on this earth to be parents only. Parenting is such a small portion of the greater story in our lives. This is why I took the time to figure out how to cultivate a life outside of being a mom. (more…)
Give Yourself Grace: 3 Reasons Why There’s Nothing Wrong With You!
Hey loves! I am writing this post out of vulnerability because my therapist has been trying to get me to embody the true meaning of vulnerability. So I wanted to remind you to give yourself grace because there is absolutely nothing wrong with you and to stop saying it to yourself. (more…)
How To Be Brave: Uncover Your Strength With God In 3 Ways (+Free Scripture Study)
The world can make it seem like bravery is only for superheroes and fearless men. But I know a lot of everyday women and mothers who are waking up and being brave in their careers, parenting, faith, and families. However, plenty of women don’t know how to be brave. And if you keep reading, you will learn how to uncover your strength for yourself with God.
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How To Be Confident Being Single Using These 8 Tips — Thank God, I’m Single!
I am laughing at the title so much because these words have never come out of my mouth before. But I thought it would be the catchy title to reel you in. Truth is: cuffing season is well underway, and for some, there will be cuffing; for others, we will develop healthy, long-lasting relationships, and for the rest of us, we won’t get pursued at all. I have been the queen of the latter for the past 5 years. But how to be confident being single when everyone else is getting boo’d up, engaged, or married. (more…)
3 Reasons To Start Expressing Yourself, Single Moms: One Of The Best Steps To Building Your Confidence
It takes courage and bravery to say what’s on your mind these days. With every other person getting canceled nowadays, you may hesitate and filter how you’re expressing yourself in certain circumstances. But I am here to tell you, don’t do that. Because if we do, we take away your secret weapon to kick-start your confidence as single moms. (more…)
12 Characteristics Of A Confident Woman (that men love too)
Even though I would like to consider myself a confidence expert, I am still on this journey of growing and developing my confidence in all areas of my life. Through my learning, I am finding that confidence looks different for everyone. Still, some core characteristics of a confident woman stand out, not only for women seeking it but for men who adore a confident woman too. So below, I share 12 characteristics that are telltale signs of a confident woman. (more…)
1 Simple Way To Heal From Being Misunderstood
“Oh, Lord! Please don’t let me be misunderstood” The first time I heard that Nina Simone song, I felt it. After a life of being misunderstood, I could feel the pain in every line of the song. With each new level of challenges, changes, and falling short, I have finally concluded that being misunderstood is a part of life. But the sweet silver lining is that there are people who will get you every detail, despite the not-so-pretty sides of your story. If you haven’t done so already, today, you will heal from feeling and being misunderstood once and for all. (more…)
12 Tips To Begin Leading Yourself In Life
I know you looked at the title sideways, and if I didn’t write this, I would have the same reaction. But this is not about taking the wheel from God but partnering with God to show you the wisdom and ways of leadership so you can begin to handle the light work in your life. So learning to lead yourself is not a declaration of independence but a declaration that God can use you for the kingdom as you lead yourself. (more…)
5 Quick Prayers For A Healthy Relationship With Yourself
During this month of growth in my relationship with myself, I have been under attack. If you have been following the 30-day challenge, you have experienced some resistance. However, I know prayer is the greatest weapon against the enemy’s darts. Below I share 5 quick prayers for a healthy relationship with self. (more…)
50 Thoughtful Questions To Ask When Dating Yourself : Journal Prompts Included
Our Relationship With Self month has been nothing short of amazing. I love when I see other women intentionally knowing themselves and reaching their highest potential. To supplement our 30-day challenge, I wanted to create a resource of 50 questions to ask when dating yourself to increase what you are already doing. (more…)
How Your Friends Affect Your Confidence And How It Happens
This topic can go either way for many of us. We hear a lot of chatter online where nothing should affect our confidence because it’s OUR confidence. But the reality is that others and our environment can affect how we see ourselves and our abilities whether we want them to or not. Your family upbringing, work environment, and even your church community can impact how you see your abilities. One of the most important relationships that can significantly impact how you see yourself is your friends. So yeah, your friends can affect your confidence too. (more…)
How To Set Your Intentions With Confidence Using These 3 Questions
Set Your Intentions
You may have heard of this new change of pace, way of life, and lifestyle switch that’s happening with our generation. Apparently, we are doing away with old-fashion goals and new year resolutions. But we are trading it in for something fresh and sort-of-new. We are moving our efforts of change toward setting our intentions for the year. YAY! (more…)
How Comparison Kills Your Confidence
Comparison is an attack from the enemy and entrapment of the mind. There I said it! Comparison kills your confidence and damages the strength of your relationships. Most of the time, as women, we’ve been doing it so long that we become accustomed to comparing and not feeling the effects of it until later on. But I am here to tell you today… (more…)
Confidence Is Important In Relationships For These 5 Reasons
You may be wondering why I’m writing this post, but don’t worry. I have reflected a lot the last few months and finally got to the root of all my relationship woes. I write this post because confidence in relationships is so important. Not because of the benefits, but for the security and steadiness, it allows for relationships to be vibrant. (more…)
What My Past Relationships Taught Me And How It Wasn’t Failure
As you all know, I have been on this life coach journey, and I have loved it so far. I have enjoyed my development and the connections I have made since establishing myself as a relationship coach. But there is one nuance to my progress: my long history of “not so proud of” past relationships. But trust me, I have many lessons learned from every one of those so-called failed relationships. (more…)
Self-Esteem As A Mom: Three Simple Ways To Improve
We are in the last week of health month at Made New Mama. And this week has been all about how we see ourselves. We’ve dabbled in body image, self-esteem, and how confident we are in the physical realm of health. Most conversations have been around general topics, but today I want to take some time to explore how our self-esteem can be affected when you become a mom. (more…)