Hannah's World

Hello World! It's been a minute and I know it appears as if I left or good, but I haven't. I just went on a much-needed break I didn't know I needed until it happened, lol. Anyway, I wanted to come back before 2022 ended to remind you all to celebrate your wins and not compare yourself to other people's year-in-review. If you're here to listen to this episode, then you made it and you still have purpose and work to do!

Happy 40th Birthday to me!!! Today is my last day in my thirties and I'm sharing a few reflections with you. 

This summer, I've been learning how to mourn what was. To reflect on who I thought I would be, what I thought my career would look like, and all the expectations that haven't happened yet. Throughout the process, I've gain some insights and I'm sharing them with you in this episode. 

I know this may be an unpopular opinion, but my kids owe me nothing and yours don't owe you either. I know you probably have a few choice words for me right now, but hear me out first then send me your feedback.

Summer has come and gone, but fun was had! Enjoyed my family as we explored and created memories in a new place. Now, it's time to get back into the swing of things, and signup for all the Fall activities!

There's a reel going around asking, "Why should I choose between this or that, when I can do both?" Well, I'm asking, "Is the ability to do both mean it's beneficial to do both?" No judgment, just asking for myself. 

We all have the power to influence. It's how we choose to use that influence that matters. Sometimes, I fail to realize the influence I have, and think I'm not making a difference. So, then I become stagnate, but I was reminded that just being me has the power to make impact, and I want to do the same for you.

Sometimes, I find myself focusing more on what I don't have over what I do have, which has caused me to overlook my blessings. But recently, I've realized I had something I thought I was in lack of, all because it came another way. Today, I want to encourage you to take inventory of what you have, and you'll find you're not missing anything at all.

You've heard me say it before, "just like when food is kept beyond its expiration, a relationship kept beyond its season will spoil." It's never easy to let go of a relationship, but because purpose-filled actions never are. I needed to take an inventory of my relationships, and I want to encourage you to do the same. 

Reflection is always a good thing to do because it helps bring things into perspective. Recently, I have made the decision to change my focus, so I can truly be content in my current season and appreciate the blessings I already have. 

I can be a wife, mom, and boss, but am I supposed to be focused on all three right now? Could my desire to be all three be more of me proving I can rather than what I am called to do in this season? Do I need more in order to be fulfilled in my roles?

Listen, who made any of us ruler and justice of motherhood? I'm so over the "good mom" vs. "bad mom" mess! Especially since we're ALL out here doing the best we can to raise these kids into decent human beings. 

When is enough, enough? That's the question I have to ask myself every time I feel inadequate as a wife, mom, boss, friend, and every else. But it's important that I see my value in the here and now, and believe that I am enough.

I've been on a journey of discovering my own authenticity and letting go of the unsolicited opinions of others.  As a result, I want to start a new series on the subject, and today is a preview of what the episodes will be about. 

It's becoming a "new normal" to learn that another mass shooting has occurred in our country, and I was starting to become numb to it. But, I realize I can't because that helps no one. 

In my opinion, it's a waste of time aspiring to have a "perfect marriage," when it's the union of two imperfect people? Instead, I think it's better to accept that it's a perfectly imperfect union, where each person is learning to apply grace towards the other. 

As we approach Mother's Day, I just want to let my fellow mothers out there know, " You're doing a good job!"

I may not be for everyone, and that's okay.  However, it's when I allow the thought of not being everyone's cup of tea, to cause me to think less of myself, that there's a problem. Just because someone prefers tea, doesn't mean coffee is good.

I'm over being Superwoman. This may be an unpopular opinion, but I really think that title is for the birds. That's it. That's the description, lol. 

What else could I do, if I stopped meeting the limiting standards of what a wife, mom, and woman should look like? How freeing would it be to really just be me and bounce to the beat of my own drum?

Just like there is power in our words, there's also power in our thoughts. Have you heard the verse, "So a man thinketh, so he is?" What do you think of yourself, and where did those thoughts come from? Let's get into it! 

When the pressure's on, there will eventually be a release. The question is, how is it being released? There are a lot of people just popping off because the pressure has been building with no outlet. 

When is the last time you "pulled over" from the busyness of the day-to-day? Do you struggle with the fear of missing out or the fear of not doing enough? Well, if you do, you're not alone. So, let's talk about it.

Recently, a comment was made about 24 hours, and it's had social media buzzing. So, I decided to share my thoughts on the matter in today's episode. Now, I have no comments about the one who started the conversation, but there's much to be discussed about the overall topic. So, this may lead to a Part II, but we shall see, lol!

As parents, we have the honor and responsibility to raise future leaders. However, there is no real manual on how. So, it's all trial and error on a wing and a prayer, lol. 

This past month, I've been speaking on love and loving ourselves so we can truly receive and give love to others. Well, today Anthony is joining me on the mic to drop some gems on the subject. 

Today, I am joined by a special guest, my friend, Mrs. Kia Anderson! We are becoming unraveled by acknowledging the struggles we sometimes have with embracing the now.

In order to receive love, you have to know you desire it. Sometimes, I have a hard time receiving compliments because I don't see myself the way others do. I struggle with that because I'm haven't embraced who I am now. Instead, I've been focused on who I want to be, so there's no room to love me, here. 

Have you watched the movie Encanto yet? If not, I highly recommend it, as well as just listening to the soundtrack. The entire movie and soundtrack are great, but one of the characters and songs that I related to most was Luisa and her song, Surface Pressure. Sometimes we can get weighed, thinking we have to do it all on our own, but we don't. Let's talk about it in today's episode. 

This month, I've been talking about vision in one way or another, and to be honest, it was from conversations with my hubby and the vision for our home. So what better way to end the month, than to have him come on and share his thoughts.  

We've all heard the mantra, "New Year New Me," but is it really a new you? How can true change occur if you're still trying to work the old system? That old cliche, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it," ain't never made sure things were efficient and effective. 

There are some people who always have something going on, and just don't know how to "sat down somewhere," lol.  But I think there's a thin line between running yourself thin and managing the responsibilities you've been given to handle. 

One of the greatest gifts that God has given us is the gift of imagination. If we think about it, nothing really came into existence without first being a thought in someone's mind. So, my question for you is, what do you think of yourself and what are you imagining for yourself this year?

As 2021 comes to an end, some of us may be in a place of feeling unaccomplished or disappointed with the current situation. But I'm here to encourage you that the delayed response or manifestation of your request does not mean it has been denied. 

Is it just me, or does Christmas feel different this year? I mean, I feel caught off guard even though it comes at the same time every year, lol. Oh well, it's here now and I choose to be present and enjoy it. 

If you follow me on IG (as you know you should), you know we do Elf on the Shelf. Well, some think it's crazy and a waste of time, but in the words of Mrs. Tabitha Brown, "That's my business."  But I'm also going to address it in this episode.

I like being in control, or at least think that I am. So, I become uneasy when I don't have the answer to the problem or solution to resolve it. That's where faith should show up, but sometimes I'm a little stubborn. 

This time of year, people are either full of holiday joy or struggling with sadness. The difference between the two groups is perspective. We can either focus on what we have or focus on what we don't. Today, I'm choosing the former. What will you choose?

With everything going on at the moment, the last thing I need is to add more to my plate. But that's exactly what I did by focusing on the minor stuff and wanting things done a certain way. Sometimes we have to just let go and throw away the agenda.

Have you ever been on a plane a heard the flight attendant say, "Put your mask on first, before trying to help others?" Well, that concept should also be applied to everyday life, but it's not. Well, at least not in my world, but that's going to change. 

I'm grateful for a husband who wants to be my Knight and Shining Armor, but there are times I need him to let me be! Can anyone relate? Sharing my thoughts and business, lol, on today's episode.

What's that saying, "A hard head makes for a soft behind?" Well, my stubbornness has made a bed that I now have to get comfortable in. Just another hard lesson to learn, smh. 

Things have been busy, but we're grateful for it all! Some were even reminders of desires from long ago. So, if you want to know what's been going on, then check out today's episode. 

What did I learn from 75 Hard? Did I complete all 75 days? Will I do it again? Well, you're going to have to check out today's episode to find out, lol. But for real, I learned a lot from the challenge that and I have incorporated into my lifestyle, and I want to share it with you!

I've learned it is time for me to let go of who I (as well as others) thought I was supposed to be, and embrace who I am (right where I am). I was made to be different, and I need to stop being insecure about being a peculiar person and just be my authentic self. But it takes practice, so as I celebrate another year around the sun, I vow to practice authenticity daily. 

As believers, we know the Word tells us too, "Count it all joy. . . Rejoice in the Lord. . .  and Be anxious for nothing." But what about when we don't feel the joy too rejoice and our anxiety is on the rise? Does that mean we are any less of a believer? Of course not, but the way some believers are set up, they will have us thinking that we aren't. 

Failure is something a lot of people (me included) fear because of our perspective. However, failure should be chased and embraced because it's actually a gift of growth and development. Failure helps us to become who we are supposed to be, rather than who we (or other people) thought we should be. Failure is also an opportunity to inspire others, by giving them hope to keep moving forward. 

There's even a saying, "You're either in a storm, coming out of a storm, or about to head into one." So pretty much, we all go through it from time to time. Which is exactly why we should reach out to our village when we're feeling overwhelmed by the storm, but we usually don't, and that can lead to poor decision making. So, I'm here to remind you not to do life alone.

Ever heard, "Be careful what you pray for?" Lol, I'm sure you have! Because prayers aren't always answered the way we might expect. Which may also cause us not to be prepared when it happens. So, do we miss out on the promise? No, maybe just delayed.  

I'm pretty sure you heard the saying, "You don't miss a good thing until it's gone." Well, I think those words are true, yet unfortunate. Because sometimes, once it's gone, it's gone. However, I also think it's a lesson in not taking things for granted and appreciating the blessing. Even those things that first appear as an annoyance, lol. 

Hello World! Today, I am joined by a special guest, and you have heard me mentioned her name a time or two dozen (lol) in regards to my health journey and very first detox. I've asked her to join the conversation and share information about this year's detox and how it's has already impacted her life. So, let's welcome my sister-friend, Riva Prewitt!