At the end of each week, I gather the most insightful, thought-provoking, or inspiring lessons that shape my thinking. Whether it’s a book, a podcast, a quote, or a personal revelation, this is my space to reflect, remember, and share what resonated most. Here’s what stood out this week.
Power Moves by Sarah Jakes Roberts
I finally finished the audiobook version of Power Moves by Sarah Jakes Roberts. And let me tell you—I need her to narrate every audiobook from now on. Her voice carries the full effect of a friend talking some sense into you, reminding you of what you already know, and telling you, Now go do the work!—all while speaking profound truth from God’s Word.
A few standout lessons:
- “Life is a messy job. You get to decide whether you allow that mess to help you or bury you.”
- Let go of guilt when it comes to parenting expectations. You can’t be at every recital, activity, or play—and that’s okay. The key? Have the conversation beforehand so your kids understand. Let me just say this was freeing.
Podcast Insights: SistasLetsTalk Lounge
This week, the SistasLetsTalk podcast took a fresh look into the Five Love Languages, and it was eye-opening. If you’ve never taken the 5 Love Languages quiz, this is your sign to do it.
Key takeaways:
- Love is expressed and received differently. One person may feel loved through words of affirmation, while another values quality time. Understanding these differences can transform relationships.
- Culture shapes how we understand love. Some cultures emphasize duty over verbal affirmation, making it harder to recognize emotional needs and past wounds.
- Expectations matter. Recognizing where they stem from can change how we communicate love and receive it.
- The conversation starters guide provided as a free resource was especially helpful.
Big Takeaways From Recent Blog Posts
Over the past few weeks, as part of my writing exercise and in sharing things I have done that I believe would be valuable to others, I’ve discovered that encouragement is contagious—we all have a little to give to the next person. It all stems from us—how we see ourselves, especially when we view ourselves through the lens of how God sees us.
