I’m constantly amazed by how often we give away our power. There are so many reasons why we do it: because we’re afraid, because it’s easier, because we didn’t want the responsibility that came with it, because we don’t feel worthy of it, because we don’t want to appear boastful or too big for our britches, etc.

For many of us, somewhere along our journey we learned that feeling powerful was a bad thing to feel. Somehow we learned that having power was something that was frowned upon. Somehow we learned that giving our power away was what we were supposed to do.

I definitely gave my own power away, in one way or another, for much of my life. And it wasn’t even conscious – it just seemed like the thing to do, I guess. It was just easier to let someone else call the shots and run the show and drive the car.

However, giving up my power came with a price: I went missing. I wasn’t sure where I went, but I knew that I wasn’t awake and aware and fully alive and completely ME.

So, a few years ago I decided that it was time to gather all of my power back from everyone I was currently giving it to. And it was time to embrace it rather than fear it. It was time to realize that having power meant having choices. It meant that I could create the life that I was destined to live. It meant that I could call the shots, run the show, and drive the car of my own life. It meant that I could live fully and freely and happily.

So that’s exactly what I did. And it’s been amazing – absolutely amazing.

Does that mean that I didn’t stumble and flail around and throw a few tantrums and make a few crazy turns and sometimes have absolutely no idea what I was doing? Definitely not! But, what it means is that I was in charge again. And if I felt that I was heading in a direction I didn’t want to head in, I could turn around and try again. I was in control of my own destiny for the first time in my life, and it was extremely scary but also extremely exhilarating.

And that’s what I wish for each of us:

To always remember how powerful we truly are. To embrace it rather than fear it. To live it rather than run from it. To love it rather than hate it. To keep it rather than give it away. 

Our power is everything. It’s what helps us reach our destiny – our calling. It’s what helps us live our truth. It’s what keeps us going when we feel tired and weary. It’s an essential part of our being, and I would love for each of us to take it back. Right now, starting this very second.

I created this printable poster to help remind all of us of how powerful we truly are. To help us remember that our best life lies in our own choices. And I love that.

(You can click on the poster and then print it out. It is saved at high resolution and measures 8×10.) Enjoy!

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Hugs,

P.S. – I’m so excited to introduce you to Soul Speak’s Angel Fund! 

We have such a loving community, and this is a beautiful way to give what you can, take what you need, and embrace the goodness.

I frequently receive requests from beautiful souls who want to work with me or take my courses and just aren’t sure how they can swing it financially. The Angel Fund is their answer! We’ll combine their wishes with loving donations and make miracles happen!

If you’re able to donate to help another, that is wonderful! You’ll be able to see exactly how your money is helping to lift someone else up! You can donate anonymously or have your name and website appear on the site!

If you would like to be on the receiving end, you can send me your wish and I’ll add your request (anonymously) to the waiting list.

I have a feeling we can make miracles happen when we put our hearts together in this way!

I’m matching each donation!

Remember, no donation is too small when it’s sent with love. It’s that loving energy that will change mindsets, uplift lives, and create lasting shifts. I love that we each have the power to do this.

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