You’re Doing It!

If no one's told you lately, you're doing it!  Like, really doing it. It's time you give yourself credit for the ways you're showing up when it's hard, when it's quiet or when it doesn't look “big” on the outside

True Story:

I was in the gym the other morning doing one of my least favorite exercises (hello, hamstring curls), and I realized I had three plates on the machine instead of two. Without thinking about it, I was lifting something I hadn't been able to lift before.

 When I noticed it, I lost it. I turned to my trainer like, “Do you see this?! I'm lifting three!” She smiled and said, “Yes. I see. I'm proud of you" and I said something I don't say nearly enough “Yeah, I'm proud of myself too.”

 That moment reminded me of how often we overlook our own progress because we're so focused on the big goal, the next goal, the missed target, the unfinished dream or the thing that still isn't done. Truthfully if we zoom in, we'll see that we're making progress quietly, steadily, faithfully.

Scripture Meditation: 

Zechariah 4:10 (NLT)
“Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin…”

Heart Truths

 Whether you're managing a home, holding space for your marriage, keeping up with the kids, or balancing your own dreams, Sis, you are lifting more than you think.

That step you took? That new habit you kept? That thing you once couldn't do but now can?

You're holding more than you used to.
You're navigating what used to overwhelm you.
You're choosing grace over perfection.
That is growth and that is worth celebrating.

 This is your reminder today pause, celebrate, and  acknowledge your progress.  You may not be where you want to be yet, but you are not where you used to be! That is a win to me! 

Loving Well In Action

 As you go through this week, I encourage you to pause and celebrate your progress and not just the final destination. Here's how we can walk it out together:

 1. Pause & Take Inventory
What's something you've done this month that you couldn't or wouldn't have done last year? Write it down. That's your win.

2. Celebrate Out Loud
Clap for yourself. Post the progress. Share it with your husband, your sister/friend. Let your celebration match your growth.

3. Pat Yourself on the Back
You're not being prideful. Recognize the work you put in. Celebrate your effort. Honor your journey.

 A win is a win. You're doing it and you deserve a pat on the back!  Remember, loving yourself well also means celebrating your wins.

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