God Made YOU!

Did you ever think how God made each person in this world unique, an individual? There is not one other person in this world that has your exact genetic makeup, your personality, or your likes and dislikes. Isn't that amazing? So out of over 8 billion people in this world, at this moment, there is not one other person exactly like YOU! Wow.
Then why is it we all try to look like somebody else? Why is it as women we don't feel pretty enough or young enough ever? Why is it we want to alter the bodies we were given, the parts of the body that can not be physically altered unless there is a plastic reconstruction.
God made YOU! He made you beautiful the way you are. Your body was hand designed and God-breathed. One of the most peaceful feelings is accepting who you are, flaws and all. However, God does not see flaws. He sees beauty. He sees a wonderful creation He made.
Love your body. Take care of it. Nourish it with proper nutrition and exercise. Take care of your spiritual, mental, emotional and physical healtha and you can live a fulfilling life.
God made Y-O-U!

Moments of Fear and Doubt

Yesterday I had a moment where I just felt panicked and didn't know what to do. Thoughts flooded in that told me what I was about to embark on was ridiculous, that I wasn't qualified, that I wouldn't make enough money to support myself, and more and more. I kept thinking those thoughts were thoughts to bring me down and to keep me from doing what I believe the Lord wants me to do and has laid on my heart to do.
Then I remembered, God doesn't ask for the person with it "all together" or the most popular candidate to do His work. Think back in the Bible when He had Moses go to Pharoah to tell him to "let my people go." Did you know Moses had a speech impediment? Yes! The same Moses that stood in front of Pharoah and performed God's miracles and led the Israelites out of Eygpt. God used a man that to most seemed the most unqualifed contender, the most inept leader and gave him the tools and strength to do His will. How awesome is that! I might not be Moses and I probably will not lead a population out of bondage, but God has a job for me to do. I am here on this earth to do His will and to give God the glory. Now, I too, my small self, let go of my fear and my moments of doubt and let God shine.

The Broom

I have been going to a career counselor for the past three weeks now to help me figure out what it is that I want to do and what I am passionate about so I can avoid going through life, hopping from job to job, not being satisfied in my job or career. In today's session she asked me to visualize myself with a broom and needing to sweep away all the distractions and opinions from those that tend to bring me down.
She was referring to my parents mainly and my own hesitations of pursuing personal training or some sort of job avenue with personal training. I am slowly getting there, seeing myself doing this and believing in what everybody else seems to see. It has lifted my spirits tremendously and amazed me too at how much support, praise and encouragement I have been receiving to pursue this. People that I never thought would be so encouraging have been and those that have known me for awhile have reinforced their belief in me that I have what it takes.
The thing is, I am confident in me. I am confident in Brittney. I know I have a lot to offer, but at times with what I know I have to offer, I can be gun shy. My spontaneous nature or thrill seeking side is overshadowed by my cautious, security seeking side. But when I think about the could-bes, or envision the possibilities with how God could use me through this, I get excited. I light up inside. It thrills me to think that I could do this and not only love it, but be helping others and encouraging others to be their best selves. Who knows how this will all come together. But I am getting closer to taking charge and just going for it. Thank you to all of you that have been my cheerleaders and support team. I am truly blessed!