LivingMyMaking

Virgo, London, Spirituality, Love, Jokes, Fashion, Happiness

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September for me is not only my birthday month but it feels like the beginning of the year. Every September I get a chance to level up and set some goals for how I would like to elevate next year. * * This is the first time in years that I haven’t had a sudden feeling of depression before my birthday. Normally at this time of year I’m an anxious wreck and always on the edge of tears, I think it comes from a feeling of restlessness and knowing that I’m not yet where I wanna be in my life. This year is different and I think it’s because I’ve made several choices that have changed my life considerably. * * * *I chose to leave my job and change industries completely *I went on a healing retreat to address some past trauma’s *I’ve read more books that have helped me to develop as a person *I decided to live more loudly this year and be confident in my purpose *I addressed my co-dependency relationship patterns and fell in love for the first time with myself. (I will explore this in more depth in future posts) * * *And so this year, I’m not excited for my birthday, nor am I worried about it. I’m here and I really like what here feels and looks like. It’s fun, you know to just be here, present, observing, grateful, and free. P.S it’s 100degrees over here. It’s hot AF!!!! (at Brooklyn, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BnMh_2LhQto/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=e8xlgrfe1zgz

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Just finished setting up my new podcast equipment and super excited how much more I can get done now I have my own studio!!! I was advised to get an audio interface instead of a USB mic which enables the sound to come through much more clearly and it was the best advice. You really can’t tell it’s a £40 mic package!!! New @vulnerablepodcast season pending... #wocpodcast

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Hi, my loves!!!! I have had the most wonderful experience recording Vulnerable Podcast over the last 18months. I have interviewed so many incredible people and learned so much about myself. I had no idea that at the beginning of this journey that I would end up helping so many of you, and I'm so grateful for the daily DM's I receive from people all around the world, who have felt supported by the content. • • So we get to the asking part. The podcast has helped me to dig deep into my own personal healing, face some of my trauma's head on and it has really enabled me to sit in some of the uncomfortable spaces in my life, and so now I'm raising money so that I can attend the Soul Activism course put together by the Bridge Retreat. This course will enable me to become of even more of service to the world by allowing me to take the first step into my future career dreams as a vulnerability coach, doula, workshop facilitator and public speaker amongst other fantastic things I'm sure. The course has been put together by Donna Lancaster and Gabi Kruger founders of the retreat and will last for 6 months and it costs £4745. See the course information below; The course Module 1 Family Dynamics Module 2 Shadow Work Module 3 Body Work Module 4 Transpersonal Psychology Module 5 Sacred Contracts and Archetypes Module 6 Integration • • I have big dreams guys, and I am 1000% sure that I can achieve them. I want to continue to create spaces for people to have open, honest, authentic and vulnerable conversations. I do however feel that the first step for me is asking for support. Something I personally have struggled with all my life. Lastly, I know that completing this course will allow me to be of better service to the world, and so I am thanking you all in advance for your continued, energetic and now financial support. • • Here's a quote from one of my favourite books, The Alchemist, by Paulo Coelho. • • “And, when you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.” - Paulo Coelho • • Link in Bio Rochelle x (at London, United Kingdom)

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Where do I begin? @cherryrevolution is a movement which raises awareness and sparks honest conversations ranging from sex-positivity, mental health, sexual abuse, to advocating for more thorough sex education in schools. I sat down a few months ago to talk about sex and it was one of the most vulnerable episodes I have ever recorded. Having experienced sexual trauma, it has been hard to have what I now know to be healthy sexual relationships in my adult life. This episode gets deep, we speak sexual trauma, self-pleasure, culture, and feminism. Roxanne and Africa you girls are world changers, you are bold, courageous and I’m so honoured to have interviewed you. Have a listen and let us know your thoughts. Link in bio x (at London, United Kingdom)

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Don’t forget to look for the gifts from your trauma... All of our experiences have the power to elevate us if we let them. 💕

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I am grateful to have completed the @thebridgeretreat which created space for me to process my grief. I haven’t been the same since. Can’t believe I’ve carried around so much anger in my body my whole life. I’m so sorry for anyone who was I harmed when I didn’t know better. Create the space to process your losses and grief. Ask real friends to hold space for you to make it easier. Your life will change. Trust me x

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Repost @vulnerablepodcast: "DARK NIGHT OF THE SOUL ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Donna describes breakdowns, as a sign from the universe that we can no longer carry on with all this baggage, and current disturbances in our lives. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ We may not realise how our lifestyles and emotional blockages, can potentially lead us down a dark path - ultimately leading to a breakdown. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ However where there is dark, light can be found - once we eliminate anything that isn’t nourishing our soul. Many people have experienced spiritual awakenings during this time of their lives. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Tune into the latest episode with @donnalancs 💜 A true wisdom bearer and knowledge sharer. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Link in the bio 💫 (at London, United Kingdom)

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So we are down to our last 3 seats for our @vulnerablepodcast dinner series. I'm so excited and humbled that so many of you have chosen to come and discuss the many nuances of relationships over some yummy food with like-minded people. I have a feeling these last 3 seats are gonna go super quickly, so email [email protected] with an expression of interest asap to grab your seat! For those who have already reserved and paid, look out for more information coming next week. Super looking forward to meeting and eating with you all x (at London, United Kingdom)

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FREEDOM * How wonderful is it to be wholly and truly yours first before you give yourself to anyone else? Today I’m already ruminating on the power of emotional and spiritual freedom, and thought I’d bring my thoughts to the gram. In what ways do you or don’t you feel free? How do you practice freedom comment below * * I’m also thinking to start blogging so I can really explore these thoughts in full, would you like a blog from me yay or nay? (at Freedom)

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Repost @alex_elle: "Notes on Boundaries vs. Barriers: We all need to be more mindful about not allowing our healthy boundaries to turn into unhealthy barriers. . . Many of us have done the (hard) work to make sure we are protected emotionally. And if you are like me, you want to honor that sacred work and make sure you are respectful of your boundaries. However, what has been coming up for me in my meditations and reflections is this: . . Boundaries and barriers are not synonymous. Boundaries leave room for growth, adjusting, shifting, and learning. Barriers prevent, keep out, insinuate indestructibility, and aren't easy to move through. . . I've been guilty of confusing the two over the years. I'm growing to understand that with boundaries I am still able to soften and move freely through my emotional and physical spaces. Barriers, on the other hand, leave me without the flexibility to unfold, modify, and explore. . . As you move through the week keep this in mind: boundaries and barriers serve different purposes. As my spiritual teacher says: one is rooted in love and the other is rooted in fear. . . New @vulnerablepodcast EP on the above out now. Link in bio x (at London, United Kingdom)

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Wise words from our latest podcast guest @naomi_Jane on Boundaries vs Barriers * * so many have you have let me know about how this episode has spoken volumes to you, and I’m super grateful it has. If you haven’t listened yet, links in my bio xxx (at London, United Kingdom)

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@naomi_jane7 is an entrepreneur coach and a keynote speaker amongst other things and the guest for our latest @vulnerablepodcast episode on Boundaries vs Barriers. I was inspired to record this episode and speak to Naomi about boundaries after hearing her on another podcast and subsequently following her on instagram. After speaking to her briefly I quickly realised that I had put up barriers that I actually thought had been healthy boundaries, and so it became incumbent on me to record this episode, as my intuition told me that some of yall may be dealing with the same things. Get a pen a paper out and take notes. Naomi is full of quotables and she gives some seriously profound wisdom in this episode. P.S How are you guys enjoying this season so far? (at London, United Kingdom)

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Just wrapped my first campaign shoot for @vulnerablepodcast it was amazing, the vibes were dope. Thank you to everyone who came and made it a magical experience. Can’t wait to see the pics. @simxneshots @hernameisearth @sabode_ @mci888 @dialjublack @djjosssimmons @tonysupremeuk @sxdev 💜💕✨🔮🔥 (at London, United Kingdom)

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Well, shut the front door, tomorrow we will be 9 episodes into season 2 of @vulnerablepodcast and I feel so lucky to have been able to interview such wonderful guests, it has been a wonderful season to record. What has been your favourite episode so far? P.S I'm getting ready to record a season that specifically focuses on men's vulnerabilities. I haven't forgotten about you lot, season 3 soon come! (at London, United Kingdom)

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In Japan there is an art form called kintsukuroi which means “to repair with gold”. When a ceramic pot or bowl would break, the artisan would put the pieces together again using gold or silver lacquer to create something stronger, more beautiful, then it was before. The breaking is not something to hide. . . How much easier would it be love ourselves if we viewed our broken parts like this? #foodforthought #kintsukuroi (at London, United Kingdom)

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To anyone who is feeling that their father wound is being triggered today, can I invite you to sit in the discomfort and journal what comes up for you? Here are some journal prompts... . . 1. How are you feeling? 2. How would you like to feel on Fathers Day? 3. How can you give yourself what your father was unable to give you? . . I love this quote from @nikita_gill about the difference between healing your heart and healing your mind. I hope it resonates with some of you. “Your heart will fix itself. It’s your mind you need to worry about. Your mind where you locked the memories, your mind where you have kept pieces of the ones that hurt you, that still cut through you like shards of glass. Your mind will keep you up at night, make you cry, destroy you over and over again. You need to convince your mind that it has to let go…because your heart already knows how to heal.” . . Rochelle (at London, United Kingdom)

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I've re-read this tweet from @maryamhasnaa a few times. It immediately resonated with me, as I'd like to think that I've only ever engaged in relationships with men that required substance and depth from me (it's not true btw.) I've actually had a few relationships that were just pure distractions from working on myself. * * So then I re-read it. What would this look like if it were only related to my personal relationship with myself and not my romantic relationships? * * These are the types of conversations we will be having at the first edition of @vulnerablepodcast dinner series. Seats are almost all gone btw, DM me if you would like to come. 💕✨🔮 Have a blessed Monday (at London, United Kingdom)