Hey reader,
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I just got back from celebrating my anniversary in paradise at Ambergris Cay in Turks and Caicos, and let me tell you, I'm feeling rested, rejuvenated, re-energized, and so incredibly grateful. 🏖️✨ It's amazing what a little time away can do for the soul, especially when you're surrounded by crystal clear waters and endless sunshine.

It was SO SO GOOD for my soul! Now I’m back in the United States, so please send me your thoughts and prayers for this difficult time. 😭

RANT

The audacity of Americans complaining about immigration is WILD.
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​I did watch the VP debate this week, and one of the things that kept happening was a dehumanization of immigrants (a continuation of cheeto’s fcksht). But in general, the superiority complex that Americans have blows my mind. 🤦🏾‍♀️
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Cuz it is wild for the people who live in a country built on stolen land and the genocide of its indigenous people to look down on anyone who wants to migrate here. The HUBRIS. The unmitigated gall. The effrontery. I mean, really? 😒
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We're living on LITERAL STOLEN LAND with soil that is soaked with the blood, sweat, tears and guts of people who built it while they had actual feet on their necks. So to be a US citizen, and stand on a pedestal about immigration is the type of shit that floors me.

It's like someone breaking into your neighbor's house, redecorating it, and then getting mad when the actual owner's cousins show up asking for a place to stay. The cognitive dissonance is REAL.
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Unless you're Native American, your people came from somewhere else too. So maybe, just maybe, we could try a little empathy? 🤷🏾‍♀️
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This country was supposedly built on the idea of being a melting pot, a land of opportunity for all. But apparently, that only applies if you fit a certain mold or come from a certain place. It's giving hypocrisy, and I'm not here for it. 🙅🏾‍♀️ When white people migrate, they’re called expats. When people of color do it, they’re called migrants.

So yeah, get it TF together, America. Your slip and hypocrisy is showing.

REFLECTION

Sometimes we need to be pushed to grow.
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​Last week, I spoke at Sarah Jakes Roberts’ conference Woman Evolve, and it was amazing in so many ways that I am still processing. It felt divine. Everything from the space, to the conversations to the community. God def showed up and showed out. It was a powerful reminder that I am always held, and that part of our purpose is to be used as a vessel for His work. My cup truly runneth over. 🙏🏾

Let me tell you about a moment that was transformative. First, I gave a 30 minute keynote that I’d NEVER given before, and it was deeply vulnerable. I talked about how I felt like I’m learning to SURRENDER, OBEY and NOT DOUBT. How my crumbling from last year was really a personal transformation that has allowed me to now know what peace is.
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After that, there was a panel with me, Nona Jones, Gigi Dixon and Sarah herself. At the end of the panel, Sarah turns to me and asks me to pray. 🙏🏾❤️
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I was SHOOKETH. 🫣 In front of 750 women, I was asked to give a prayer. And for someone who is a professional speaker, that shouldn’t feel too scary, right? Right.
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NOPE. For me, it was scary. I talk about God and my faith regularly butttt my relationship with God is one that is deeply personal. I had a podcast called Jesus and Jollof at one point but I still don't think I've actually ever prayed in public before.
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So I said a prayer for peace, ease and alignment. The right words flowed, and when everyone said “AMEN” I opened my eyes and some people were in tears. POSTED THE REEL HERE. ▶️

When I got off that stage and multiple people told me, "You did kingdom work today," I heard God say He is proud. 🥹 That space shifted something in me, and I am so grateful.
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I often say that my life is a testimony of God's grace. I am walking proof of miracles coming true. And this year has been a testament of how I've been shown that I can live in peace as I pursue purpose. 🙌🏾
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Sarah asking me to pray caught me off guard but it was SUCH A GIFT. For her to trust me with that space was a gift. And in that moment, I grew just a little bit more. ♥️

So here's what I want you to take away from this: Sometimes, we need to be pushed to grow. We need to step into those spaces that make us uncomfortable because that's where the magic happens. That's where we evolve. WOMAN EVOLVE indeed. 💪🏾
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Surrender. Obey. Do not doubt. These words have taken on a whole new meaning for me, and I hope they resonate with you too. 💖

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Before you jet off, I'd love to hear from you 💭: What’s one area where you’re ready to grow and be challenged in the best way possible? 🤔
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​Hit reply and let me know.
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Until next time,

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