Thoughts Before Dawn

Attaining a balance between contentment and ambition can be confusing. Today talk about the balance between ambition and contentment.

Today we look at boundary violation, what it looks like and how we can ensure we don't violate the boundaries of others.

Today we look at some kinds of boundaries and examples of the boundaries we can establish.

Today we explore boundaries and why they are important.

What's perfect timing? Do we need perfect timing to be successful? In this episode we explore the topic of perfect timing.

Welcome back! In today's episode we look at simple steps we can take on our journey to complete freedom.

What's the mark that you have been trying to reach? How has your journey been going?

The perspective you choose to look at life from will impact your outlook and possibly your outcome as well. What perspective do you choose to look at life from?

Being overwhelmed is not a pleasant experience but it doesn't mean you are failing. In this super short episode, I share a bit of encouragement for those who are feeling overwhelmed.

Today I talk about unhealthy coping mechanisms and share a bit of my own experience.

Today I reflect on my mental health journey and share 2 things that made a positive difference for me, and ofcourse, a little extra.

It's our first anniversary!! In today's episode I reflect on the TBD ride.

Contentment: What is it? Can it be achieve? Is it contentment a good thing? Is there any relation of contentment with complacency? Today I share my views on the topic. Take a listen. If you would like to get me a gift for my birthday, here is a list to help if you are stuck in figuring out what you can get. https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/ZA8GHGFB7ALB?ref_=wl_share

Today I share my thoughts and the act of searching for opportunities and the results of searching.

Do you find yourself comparing yourself to others? Today I briefly look at the topic of comparison.

What do you do when problems come?

Do you find yourself constantly going? Are you always in work mode? This episode is for you.

May time we find that the routines off life get in the way of us discovering, growing and living in our purpose. Today I share on the importance of living on purpose.

Many times in our season of storms we feel as if what we are experiencing is a permanent way of life. We don't realise that our storms are temporary. In this episode I share my recent experience that reminded me of that fact.

Do you often feel the need to dim your light to make others feel comfortable? This episode is for you!

Most humans will find that there is someone or something that they fear. While fear can help us to avoid dangerous situations and keep us out of harm's way, fear many times is crippling and can prevent us from making progress we need to in our lives. Today I look at some steps we can take to face our fears.

The things we find distasteful in others may be a reflection of our own shortcomings.

We often hear it said that it's OK not to be ok, but there comes a time when we can no longer be OK with being OK, we should outgrow our OK-ness. Today I share my thoughts on the importance of growth and moving to the next level.

In today's society, we often hear the notion that all we really need is ourselves. Today I look at the danger of always or only relying on ourselves in this life.

It's been a whole year + since most of us have been forced into living with a 'new normal'. Today I share my thoughts on embracing the new normal and how it will impact our lives.

Giving up on yourself is a temptation that should be resisted. In today's episode I share why we should not allow ourselves to be overcome by this temptation.

Are you so accustomed to fighting that you are resisting the process that will lead to the freedom you seek?

Getting a checkup may not be the most fun activity, yet the benefits are worth more than the time taken to do a checkup. Have you done a checkup lately?

Have you ever tried to get rid of a problem without dealing with the root issue? I did and today I share the results and the lessons that I have learnt.

In today's episode I look at clutter, the possible negative effects it has on our lives and a few tips from my own journey to eliminate clutter. I also share some benefits of being more organized.

In today's episode we look at the journey of life and what we should consider when deciding which road we should take to get the the right destination.

Practical ways to be a thermostat in a cold world.

What impact are you having on the space that you are in?

How does worry help really?

You are stronger than you think.

There's a blessing in humility and a curse in pride. Today I share my thoughts on the topics of pride and humility.

5 simple steps to maintain peace and contentment that cost $0.00

Today I speak with a passionate young lady who has proven on various occasions that God cares about everything in our lives and that He will come through for us if we have the faith to believe.

Have you ever made a mistake that seems irreversible? Well maybe it is irreversible but it doesn't mean you can't recover from your wrong turns.

In this episode we look at givers versus takers and I share some advise for these two kinds of people.

Today I talk about out culture of generosity and what motivates our kindness.

Masterclasses are currently a thing. You can enroll in masterclasses on so many different topics. Why not take this free masterclass from the ants?

How could wanting to be right ever go wrong? It’s good to want to be right, right? Well… It all boils down to motive! Why do you want to be right?  Join me as I share my thoughts on a few of the times when wanting to be right can go wrong.

Today I share lesson from a interesting video of ducklings try to climb some steps.

Listen to the story of how God protected and preserved Lafaine's life during the outbreak of Covid19. Hear her share how she overcame and the lessons she learnt.

Have you ever experienced burnout? Do you feel like you are on the brink of burnout? In this episode I share my experience with burnout and how I overcame by using these tips.

What a year! Congratulations! You survived! Welcome to all our listeners to season 2 of the Thoughts Before Dawn Podcast. I am excited about season 2 and I am happy to be sharing with you today. If you are new to the Thoughts Before Dawn Family, I am extending a special welcome to you! I hope you all will enjoy the journey for season 2 and that you will be blessed, inspired and motivated! May 2021 be a blessed year for you. ❤ Sister Damez

Season 1 ends today. Let's hear from and about the listeners to TBD and also get a preview of what's coming up for season 2.

In this episode I share how gratitude helped to keep me grounded in times of frustration and hopelessness and the benefits of cultivating an attitude of gratitude.

In this episode I speak about my struggle with consistency and what I have learnt about consistency since I started this podcast.

You were created to shine, but have you been shining your light? Is your light shining on dim or is it on bright?