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Becoming - Time To Practice

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  There’s a sacred space between who you used to be and who you’re becoming. And if you’re walking through it, you know it’s not always easy. Old habits, mindsets, behaviors — they don’t just disappear because you’ve decided to grow. They show up again. Sometimes louder than ever. Not because you’re weak, but because they’re familiar. They’ve been your default settings for years. It’s so easy to fall back into what you’ve always done, or seems familiar. But change doesn’t happen by accident. Growth takes awareness and intention . And familiar is not always a good thing. When you stand firm in your new beliefs, when you remind yourself who you’re becoming — your new mindset becomes the force that breaks the old one. And like anything new, it takes practice . Think about when the world first responded to COVID. We knew it was dangerous. We knew people were dying. But even with that knowledge, it took practice to protect ourselves and others — to remember the mask, keep our dis...
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We Don’t Belong to the Past — We Belong to God

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  Admiration can quietly cross over into coveting when we lose sight of being content and thankful for what we have. It's easy to be drawn in by the surface—the beauty, success, or appeal of someone or something—without understanding the cost, process, or spiritual implications attached. Sometimes, what looks desirable is wrapped in pain, compromise, or bondage we can't see. People will actually go as far as to manipulate situations, relationships, and environments to get closer to something that was never meant for them. That kind of striving not only disrupts divine timing but often leads to unnecessary heartache. A mindful heart discerns the difference between admiration and desire. It checks its motives and brings thoughts captive under obedience to Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5    We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ ). Instead of “Why don’t I have th...
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I Choose Light - No Turning Back

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  Some days, it feels like you wont make it, the pressure is unbearable — like everything and everyone around you is being used to shake your foundation, to test your faith. You question your progress, your purpose, and wonder if what you’re doing is even making a difference. But let me tell you what I’ve come to realize: the enemy doesn't fight what isn't a threat. If you're feeling attacked, targeted, or like you're being tested over and over again — it's because you've chosen God , and darkness knows it can’t have you back. That alone makes you a powerful light in a very real war. “The thief comes only to steal, kill, and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it more abundantly.” – John 10:10 Spiritual warfare is real. It's not always loud or obvious. Sometimes it's disguised in people’s attitudes, subtle distractions, discouragement, or feelings of isolation. But you are not alone. You were never meant to fight this with your ...
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You Are Your Only Competition👀

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     I used to look up to many different women, embracing the parts I admired—grace, strength, confidence—trying to mold myself into something I thought I was supposed to be. I didn’t grow up knowing how to be “ladylike.” I was a tomboy from around 10 to 17, dressing like a boy because it made me feel safer. More invisible. More protected. I was one of the guys—not because I was into girls, but because I liked the energy. There was less drama, less competition. They weren’t sizing each other up the way I saw some girls do. And now, when I see men competing with women, something inside me says, “This is backwards.” Competition has long been expected from women—whether for attention, validation, or status. But I never understood that. Why aren’t we working together? Empowering and supporting each other? Why the jealousy? What are we fighting for, really? Unless someone challenges you, why compete at all? Are you trying to prove something to someone who probably do...
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I Took The Long Way - From Knowing Of God To Knowing God

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  Just like the children of Israel, I took the long way, half the time but nevertheless it was the longer way My fears, doubts, weaknesses and unbelief caused me to delay the very thing God was trying to lead me into. I believed lies about who I was—and even more dangerous, about who God was. I knew of Him, but I didn’t know Him. And there’s a difference. When you truly know someone, you know what brings them joy, what breaks their heart, what they care about. In that same way, I started building a relationship with God. I made time to talk to Him. I read His word with intention. I listened. I sat still. I started doing what He was leading me to do—and trust began to grow. Through the wilderness, I began unlearning the lies and replacing them with truth. The truth that God is with me. That He is for me. That He is not a man—He does not lie or abandon or withhold love. The truth gave me strength. Confidence. Clarity. Now I live with the deep understanding that the power of ...
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📲 Need a Free Phone? Let’s Get You Connected

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Get: ✔️ Free Lifeline / ACP Phone Service ✔️ Personal One-on-One Support ✔️ Bonus Wellness Resources   📧 michelle@plaintruthconsulting.com 🔗 https://imattercommunity.blogspot.com 📱 @imattercomm   Helping you stay connected — and well. 💛  
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Overstimulation Defined - Are You Overstimulated?

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  This world we live in is full of noise, constant notifications, busy schedules, numerous distractions, and emotional demands, it’s easy to become overstimulated without even realizing it. Overstimulation happens when your mind and body are flooded with more input than they can process — leading to overwhelm, exhaustion, and even anxiety. What Does Overstimulation Feel Like? You may find yourself snapping at small things, struggling to concentrate, or suddenly feeling drained for no clear reason. These are the signs that your nervous system is on overload. Common Signs of Overstimulation: Feeling easily irritated or overwhelmed Racing thoughts or trouble focusing Headaches, muscle tension, or sensitivity to sound/light A sudden urge to withdraw or “shut down” Heightened emotions or anxiety   What Causes It? Overstimulation isn’t always about loud noise or crowded spaces. It can also come from: Too much screen time or social media scrolling Overpacked schedules Emotiona...
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