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!

A Heart at Rest

As I was setting up this blog site, it asked what I wanted to call my blog. A few titles came to mind, but then I remembered what I desire most and what I desire for every woman in this fallen word to possess ... a heart at rest. That seemed like the most appropriate title for my blog. Please understand, these are just my thoughts and what the Lord lays on my heart to share.

I think I see it even more today after being healed, how many women are restless, not content, striving and hurting. I still find myself suffering from these symptoms at times, but, usually, I go straight to the Lord for peace and comfort.

Being restless or "on edge" are never fun feelings. It's like no matter what you do, no matter who you are with, there is no peace about you. You know it, and there might be even someone near you that knows it too.

Something deep down inside is getting to you. And as a result, it can surface and affect your life.

The Lord is the only that can go to that deep, hidden spot in your heart and heal it. He is the only one that will ever so gently and tenderly help you deal with your wounds. Taking it to your man won't help. He might try to help you for awhile, but soon enough, he won't know what to do and he will get frustrated and give up.

Trying to fix the wound without God will never fix it. It will only be a temporary fix and before you know it, it will need fixing again.

So I urge you, lovely ladies, to take your wound, your deepest wound to Him. Let him heal you. It's worth it. Believe me! And once you do, you too can possess a heart at rest.