Today's risk is to let go of feelings of guilt. To be quite honest, I feel guilty about a number of things I cannot control and I realize it's unhealthy. There's no reason to feel ashamed of opportunities I've had that close friends or family never experienced or for escaping trying times unharmed. These occurrences should be joy not sadness. I want to consciously think of things that may be holding me back and release them. Breathe, stretch, shake, let it go.

Song of the day: Chains by Kirk Franklin

Today's thought: I'm exactly where God needs and wants me to be.

Tonight's risk went well! Of course, because I was new and losing my voice I was asked to do an impromptu speech on a random topic but the crowd was great. I felt a little bit like the Golden Girls when they attended the positive thinking conference (lots of nice people with big smiles) but they were sincerely welcoming which made it fun. I plan to go back next week and look foward to developing my extemporaneous speaking skills.

I hope things go well for tomorrow!

Well, you probably didn't go anywhere but I feel like I've been around the world and back! As of today, I'm participating in 2 challenges. The 30 Days, 30 Risks challenge with PrincesAshleigh and the 31 Day Reset with Rosetta Thurman.

My risk today wasn't so risky, just something I've been putting off. I cracked open my trusty Bible app and started a 7-day scripture dive on courage. We could always use a little more courage and what better time to try? Read Joshua 1:1-9 and Deuteronomy 31:23.

For my 31 Day Reset, I have to come up with a mantra. Mine is simple,

"Be strong and of good courage...for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go." Joshua 1:9

My theme song: Mary Mary - Ordinary People



See you tomorrow for Day 2! Pray for me... :-)