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Overcoming Fear

People are afraid of many things, even me; I’m afraid of some dogs and bridges. A fear that I’ve overcome is a fear of being rejected. You may struggle with other things, but there are ways to overcome these feelings. 2 Timothy 1:7 reads, “For God has not given us a spirit of fear butContinue reading “Overcoming Fear”

Take It Back

A few weeks ago, we hosted another “Shop Talk” – Real Men with Real Conversations session in Williamsburg, Virginia- a great success! During the session, I shared with the men a trauma I experienced at 12 that touched their hearts. One of them, Johnny Mallory, shared this writing with me a few days ago fromContinue reading “Take It Back”

Women’s History Month

What an honor to be amongst these phenomenal worldwide women! Someone asked me, “How did you get on that list?”. I almost took offense but then began to chuckle as I responded, “I’m good like that!” ☺️ The truth is, I was honored to be on this list because I showed up! This issue focusesContinue reading “Women’s History Month”

Where Is Home?

There is a quote that says, “Home is Where the Heart is” but based on many relationships I’m seeing, I’m not sure where home is. Home is defined by Oxford Language, “as a place one lives, an institution for people needing professional care, or aimed toward with great accuracy”. What I’m seeing as the newContinue reading “Where Is Home?”

Can I Get a Refill

Greetings to each of you! I am hopeful that you’re having a purposeful day, with plans for an intentional future. Today, I’m sharing my personal lament! I need a REFILL! I know someone is saying, “Valerie, you’re not alone”, while others may be chuckling at the thought. Trust me, it doesn’t matter what side ofContinue reading “Can I Get a Refill”

Reality Check

Who am I? Have you ever asked yourself that question? I hope I’m not the only one. I know who I am honestly, but these last few days have prompted me to have another Reality Check. I had a self-love conversation with myself, and the first question was, “What if…..?”. That question triggered thoughts ofContinue reading “Reality Check”

My Silent Killer

You’re always looking at me, the glare in your eyes of disdain, what do you want from me? Haven’t you already taken enough from me! Just look at yourself, look at the mess that you’ve caused – you know these things that happened to you are youre fault. You see my pain, yet you insistContinue reading “My Silent Killer”

Let’s Transform Together

Are you struggling with taking your next step into greatness? Are there still stumbling blocks clouding your mind? If you’re in that place, I want you to know that I’ve been there too. When I share with people that I have been Empowered to Empower Others (#E2EO), it’s real. I have faced different types ofContinue reading “Let’s Transform Together”

Silence the Noise of Doubt

Who is making that DOUBT Noise? Whoever it is, even if it’s you, it’s time to silence it. Ask yourself this question, “Is the doubt realistic, or is it emotional?” What we often fail to see is that doubt can be silenced, simply by acting. That’s right – just put action to your thought orContinue reading “Silence the Noise of Doubt”