However, there are times when something occurs that shifts the trajectory of your life from that point forward.

This is what happened to me when I was involved in a near-fatal car accident that I shouldn't have walked away from...

But God! By his grace, I am here to share this story that continues to unfold as I focus on my healing and recovery.

I sharing my story to inspire the hope in you that God is not done with you yet and that there is still greater to come!

We don't have adequate sleep, our body is not able to properly heal itself, leading to more stress, inflammation, decreased energy, and mood.

As we are intentional in focusing on our sleep, we will see changes in our stress, inflammation, energy, and mood levels.

So ideas shared were setting a power-down routine at least 30 minutes before sleep, reducing electronics time before bed, setting the mood for sleep with essential oils such as lavender, and evaluating what is the best amount of sleep needed.

This week, be intentional in making one small change in increasing your sleep-care to help you be the best you daily.

Focusing within on how we love and view ourselves, gives us the clarity and consistency to show up for ourselves and the world.

The 5 keys are:

1. Disconnect to reconnect: set aside time each day to unplug from electronics and social media.
2. Treat yourself: celebrate all of your progress and wins up to this point. It is okay to reflect on all that you have done to get to this point.
3. Journaling: putting pen to paper your thoughts and emotions provide clarity on what is working for you while being expectant of the greater to come.
4. Nourish your body: our bodies need the right fuel to keep us moving in bringing our goals, passion, and purpose to fruition.
5. Get moving: adding movement each day helps to build up our immunity and strength.

When we are intentional in having an essential self-love routine, we are ensuring that our cup is full and we can give from the overflow in giving love to others.

Having a daily self-love practice is essential in sustaining our self-talk, emotions, and thoughts in a positive light.

As we are intentional in our self-love, knowing that it comes from God's love, equips us to embrace who we are and be the right example for others to follow.

As it says in Nehemiah 8:10, "and do not be grieved, for the joy of the Lord is your strength. Therefore, my brothers and sisters in Christ, do not allow Satan to steal your joy, because he doesn't deserve it. Let your joy be in the Lord as you will receive strength to face and overcome all trials and obstacles."

When we become intentional in being actively present in the here and now, we are more equipped to have clarity in where we are now, and what we desire to be in the future.

Your purpose has been waiting for you to take it seriously. So, set the intention behind what you’re doing. This will help you to show up authentically with grace and ease.

As it says in Habakkuk 2:2-3- Then the Lord replied: "Write down the revelation and make it plain on tablets so that a herald may run with it. For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it lingers, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay."

Being intentional helps to take things one step at a time as you trust the process and journey before you. It’s important to be mindful of your thoughts and actions, and think about what they mean to you and who you want to be.

You can connect with Donna on @drtashjian on all social platforms.

She also shared a very important tip of living and leading your life authentically. You are able to serve and show up effectively when you do.

Please be sure to follow her on Instagram at @phoenix_rising00 and @phoenix_rising_lifecoach!

We share five ways gratitude can enhance your life:

1. You will be more enthusiastic
2. You will have more determination toward your goals
3. Your optimism will increase
4. Your energy levels will elevate
5. You will have more focus and clarity

As you become intentional in having gratitude be a part of your daily life, you will see a positive shift in your mood, thoughts, and perspective.

We all have tough battles to fight within ourselves and in our lives living with autoimmunity, but you're strong. You're resilient. You can do it.

Be thankful that autoimmune diseases don't necessarily mean you never get a day off from pain or that you won't ever be able to fulfill your deepest desires. There's always a silver lining, right? Try to be grateful for what you do have, even if there is something you don't like about your circumstances.

Here are six ways gratitude can help in living with autoimmunity:

1. Improve sleep quality and duration
2. Helps with stress and mental health
3. Lowers inflammation experienced
4. Elevates your mood and emotions
5. Reduction in stress and depression
6. Helps with your relationships

You are in this alone as you navigate living with autoimmunity. Be intentional in giving yourself space and grace to find a gratitude routine that works for you. As you implement it, you will notice a change in your thoughts and perspective.

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Here are five tips to practice self-love and hope:

1. Start the day by saying something positive about yourself
2. Don't believe everything you think; your inner critic likes to remind you of what you can't do
3. Surround yourself with the right people
4. No.More.Comparisons
5. Celebrate your wins regardless of size

Be intentional in giving yourself grace and time to discover the right self-love practice for yourself. To help you get started, here are 30 ways to practice self-love. You can grab the guide here.

No one, especially those living with autoimmunity such as myself, wants to be referred to as "complicated" or a "doctor's worst nightmare."

It is already a difficult journey coming to a diagnosis of autoimmunity and then learning how to navigate managing your symptoms each day.

Our words have power, and they can either uplift, or bring down someone's resolve, spirit, and perspective.

Today, let us become more intentional with the words that we use that we are being supportive, empowering, and gracious to one another.

This episode was recorded live on the new Wisdom audio app! Be sure to sign up for free and follow me @audaciousimani.

Even when things seem bleak, there are 5 ways to have hope:

1. Begin by acknowledging your feelings
2. Have a self-care routine that works for you
3. Reframe and adjust negative thoughts, words, and actions
4. Know that you still have control over some things
5. Adopt and have authentic, supportive connections

As you become intentional in focusing on what is within your control and give thanks for each day, it will help you to overcome anything you face easier.

If you are looking for more ways to have hope, join me this Thursday, October 14th at 7 pm EST for the Finding Hope in the Wait masterclass. You can learn more and register here.

Kallai shares how she started her business during the pandemic, and how it gave her the freedom she needed to hold space for herself as she navigated living with an autoimmune condition.

It is her faith, growth in her relationship with God, and her resilience to redefine her value and worth, that has helped her to live a purposeful life.

We also shared about our upcoming masterclass, "Finding Hope in the Wait: Living with Autoimmunity" on October 14th at 7 pm EST, where we will share our own journeys in finding and sustaining hope in our lives.

You can find Kallai on Instagram at _kalandco, or by email at kallai@thekalandco.com.

To learn more about the masterclass and register, you can go to https://audaciously.me/hope.

As you shift your perspective, it lays the groundwork for how you will live your life from that day forward. It also guides you in creating healthy boundaries, better communication, and stand confidently in who you are.

You can connect with Nathaniel on Instagram @thisfunctionalwellness to learn more about his amazing work.

Here are 3 questions to ask yourself in creating a simplified daily routine:

1. How much time do you really have?
2. What habits are still serving you?
3. What is your goal with your routine?

As you get in a groove to re-evaluate your daily routine so that is pleasing and enjoyable to do, you will have less stress, frustration, and anxiety.

Here are five ways to be mindful daily:

1. Do one thing at a time
2. Do less
3. Put space between things
4. Spend several minutes daily doing nothing
5. Give your undivided attention to when others are talking

As you implement one or more of these into your daily routine, you will feel less stress, anxiety, and frustration while also increasing your focus and mood.

Here are some facts about mindfulness:

1. It is not obscure or exotic- it is already a part of who we are, we just have to tap back into it
2. It is not a special thing that needs to be added- the capacity to be mindful is already present
3. It's not something you have to change about yourself
4. Anyone can do it
5. It is a way of living
6. It's evidence-based in how it improves our lives
7. It sparks innovation- the best ideas come from being present

Mindfulness starts and ends with our bodies. As we are intentional in using it more in our lives, it helps to reduce stress, overwhelm, and frustration.

Here are a couple of tips in counting it all joy:

1. Smile- there is so much a smile can do to brighten your day
2. Be Present- by being active in the present moment
3. Slow Down- in life's hustle and bustle, it helps to slow down
4. Stay Hydrated- we are made mostly of water and need it daily
5. Take Breaks- everything doesn't have to be done in one day
6. Move- moving your body throughout the day helps to increase energy and decrease stiffness
7. Count the Small Wins- small steps lead to great wins

As we are intentional each day in tapping into our inner joy, it will give us more grace, energy, and focus to move throughout our days.

It is easy to not look at the correlation between happiness and organization, but it is something that shouldn't be overlooked.

How organized we are in every area of our lives impacts our happiness, either positively or negatively.

Here are 3 key benefits of organization to happiness:

1. It reduces stress and anxiety. When we focus on clearing the clutter in our lives, it gives us room to focus more
2. It provides a better sense of peace and calm. When things are chaotic and a hot mess, it is difficult to be calm and at peace.
3. It increases productivity. When we know where everything is and have the right boundaries, it gives room to be more focused, and therefore more productive.

As we are intentional in decluttering every area of our life, it gives us the capacity to embrace gratitude and happiness in our lives no matter what we face.

We dive into the importance of getting back to the fundamentals of humanity of loving one another and meeting each other where we are.

When we come from a place of love and understanding, we are able to dispel confusion, assumptions, and hurts because we are being actively present in all that we do.

Kristen shares a couple of tips in getting back to the fundamentals:

1. Just start focusing on the inner work to dispel any misconceptions or biases you may have.
2. Be open to unlearning in order to relearn new views and perspectives
3. Always be learning

As we are intentional in being open to interact and learn from one another, the greater impact and transformation can be seen.

Please follow Kristen @abbeyresearch for more great tips and insights!

In this week's episode, we talk about three tips to having a meaningful life:

1. Look out for signs that your life is meaningful. We can get so wrapped up in the daily routines that we miss how meaningful it truly is.
2. Be more self-aware of the things that make you happy. Oftentimes we are focusing on what makes others happy instead of our own happiness that comes from within.
3. Find your purpose in life. What are you here to accomplish? What lights you up and you are passionate to talk about it? There is no right or wrong answer here and it can be discovered in many ways.

As you become intentional in your life's meaning, you will have the grace and space to be content right where you are while you remain in great expectation for what is to come.

The great thing is, even though it may appear that way, you still have control in choosing how you will view your day and your future outlook on life.

Happiness is not something that is earned or garnered from people, places, and things. It comes from a conscious, internal decision in how your mindset and perspective will be.

Here are five ways happiness is a choice:

1. Positive emotions, positive feelings
2. Reflect on what makes you happy
3. Be grateful for the small things
4. Have more compassion and empathy
5. Be mindful of negative emotions

As you focus on these steps and continue to do the inner work necessary, you will be able to keep the choice of happiness in your court.

Here are 4 tips to help with establishing a self-care routine for stress:

1. Assess your stress and identify triggers
2. Write a list of things you enjoy
3. Consider direct and indirect coping strategies
4. Put a plan together

As you have a routine in your self-care toolbox, it will give you the ability to manage any stress you encounter throughout the day. Even though stress is a part of daily life, it doesn't have to disrupt, stagnate, or keep you from accomplishing your vision, purpose, and goals.

For additional help in managing stress, I have created a stress journal prompt freebie that you can access here.

Here are four keys to reclaiming your power:

1. Pause, stop and reflect
2. Be open to doing the inner work required
3. Move out of God's way
4. Trust the process

As we become intentional in recognizing and reclaiming our power, it will help to shift our thoughts, words, and actions in our everyday life.

Here are four tips that can help:

1. Pause, stop and reflect
2. Determine what's within your control
3. Put a plan into place to shift what you can control
4. Surrender the rest to God

Stress is a part of everyday life, but it doesn't have to control or determine our present or future. As we become more intentional in acknowledging our feelings and dealing with them head-on will help to bring more clarity, confidence, and consistency.

To help you manage stress more effectively, I have created some journaling prompts for stress that can you grab here.

She talked about the importance of getting unstuck in your career and rediscovering the joy and passion you have in your work. Also, to regain any confidence lost to pursue advancement or another opportunity that will light you up to do every day.

Here are just a few tips Erika covered in this episode:

1. Find joy in what you do
2. Create healthy boundaries
3. Have gratitude daily
4. Be an effective communicator
5. Don't discount the small things

If you would like to connect with Erika and to learn more about what she does, you can find her on Instagram @erika_gardenal, or her website https://www.erikagardenal.com.

Here are three tips to help you slow down:

1. Allocate your available time effectively
2. Be flexible and realistic with your expectations
3. Focus on what is within your control and not on what's not

As you give yourself permission to extend grace to yourself in re-evaluating your commitments will give you more clarity and focus to accomplish all that is set before you.

She shares her story of being a single mom and how she is passionate about helping other single moms to heal and to have a supportive community around them.

Murielle shares four tips to begin the journey of healing:

1. Acknowledge the feelings you are experiencing
2. Analyze what you can do
3. Focus on what you can control
4. Get help

She wants to share with the audience a free download "Back to Peace Kit for Moms" that you can pick up at her website https://www.singlemomsdoingitall.com.

We can't completely avoid or eliminate stress; it is a part of our everyday lives. However, we can put measures in place to help manage it.

Here are 5 ways to manage stress effectively:

1. Breathing exercises
2. Practicing mindfulness
3. Visualization
4. Exercise
5. Massage therapy

As we discover what works in helping us to reduce stress will give us the ability to manage it effectively.

We dive into 4 ways that education matters for our youth:

1. Start young
2. Help foster an abundance mindset
3. Reduce scarcity
4. Collaborate with others to grow

As we are more intentional in sharing our knowledge and experiences with the youth, it will help create a foundation for learning and growing within them.

To find out more about the mission of SOLcademy and Beau McCoy, please follow @solcademy on all social platforms, as well as their website https://www.solcademy.com.

Here are three steps to keeping your peace:

1. Pause
2. Reflect
3. Assess

When we put these 3 steps into place, each distraction and hindrance that comes our way will be easier to endure and overcome.

Rachelle shared how we can each tap into our authentic selves by reigniting the fire within and flowing in your own special rhythm and energy.

She has recently launched "Reignite Me," her signature coaching program to rediscover who you are through self-discovery. If you would like to learn more about this and all things Rachelle, feel free to reach out to her @_rachellesylvain on Instagram and email at rachelle@rmotivation.com.

Listen in as I share a recent event I experienced in where I had to speak up for my needs and the outcome.

Here are 3 keys to help in making your request known:

1. Do the research
2. Reflect on the desired outcome
3. Give it over to God

As you become more intentional and confident in making your requests known, watch what God can do in, with, and through your life.

Here are a couple of areas that Elena feels communication is important:

1. How we speak about ourselves
2. Our relationships with others
3. When talking on stage about your expertise
4. How we give our children the freedom to express themselves

When we focus on the importance of communication from an early age, we empower ourselves to speak our truth while providing impact and transformation for others to experience.

If something resonates with you from this episode, you can reach out to Elena at @elena.paweta on Instagram.

Here are four tips on practicing self-love:

1. Become mindful
2. Take actions focused on your needs over wants
3. Create positive self-care routines
4. Make room for healthy habits

As you become more intuitive and intentional in how you view, love, and treat yourself, you will see positive changes happen in every area of your life.

She shares a couple of tips to help you efficiently and effectively use Instagram:

1. Go live in your stories, it will empower you to become consistent in sharing your story and expertise
2. Change your language in going live from negative to positive
3. Go live with other people who have a similar business and/or audience as yourself
4. Authentically engage with our audience by commenting on their posts
5. Split your focus between followers, building, and selling
6. Be present
7. Make use of hashtags and categories

These tips will help you to be more confident in being visible and helping Instagram to work for you and not against you. To learn more about Michal and how she can help you with your Instagram strategy, you can reach her @michalkahn.co on Instagram.

We show others how to perceive and treat us by how we treat ourselves on a daily basis. It takes doing the inner work necessary in becoming a better you each day.

Here are three keys when it comes to self-love:

1. Acknowledge your inner critic
2. Reflect and assess tough emotions
3. Rest in the present

As you become intentional in ensuring how you truly love and view yourself aligns with God's will for your life, will you have the capacity to give and receive love.

Here are three marketing tips she shared:

1. Be actively engaged on social
2. Use video to increase visibility
3. Repurpose content
4. Let your brand be reflected in everything you do

If you are ready to get a caffeine boost to your marketing, be sure to connect with Kelly on Instagram @caffeinewithkelly.

Here are three keys to help in knowing you are enough:

1. Do the inner work required to grow
2. Mute out all the noise
3. Redefine who you truly are

You matter greatly to God and he doesn't make mistakes. You are here for a purpose to impact and transform the lives of others through your breakthrough and testimony!

Here are three keys to the power of no:

1. Reclaim control of your time
2. Reduce negative feelings and thoughts
3. Establish clear boundaries

As you are intentional in defending and preserving your time, you will have more clarity, time to breathe and be at peace with all that you are doing.

Today's episode is about one of the pivotal moments in my life when I was involved in a near-fatal car accident that began my journey in living with autoimmune conditions.

This key moment in my life had me feeling desolate and isolated for a long time before I had a revelation with God who reminded me that my story was not over and that what I am going through is to provide hope and inspiration to others.

Here are three tips regarding sustainability:

1. Seek God first
2. Look within to impact change
3. Enlist help where needed

As we begin to be intentional in how we do the necessary inner work to become the greater version of ourselves, it will make it easier to keep the forward momentum going in your journey.

Here are three quick tips regarding our learning:

1. Take inventory of what you already know
2. Sharpen and enhance your current skills
3. Learn new skills to expand your knowledge

As you take the time to pause, reflect, and re-assess all of your capabilities, it will give you the momentum needed to bring your goals to life.

How we think, feel, speak, and act in regards to our goals determines the outcome of how we achieve those goals.

Here are 3 tips in regards to our attitude:

1. Pause, stop, and reflect
2. Replace the negative with a positive
3. Re-evaluate your progress along the way.

As you are intentional in your attitude concerning your goals, you have more confidence and motivation getting them completed.

As you have defined and established what your goals are, they will help present an opportunity for you to grow. In order to experience lasting growth, you must be willing to make changes from within to have a tangible result from your goals.

Here are three quick keys to being open to opportunities:

1. Tap into the wisdom, insight, and discernment of God
2. Reflect on what is needed for you to grow
3. Utilize your resources

As you become intentional in stretching yourself outside of your comfort zone, will the impact of your goals be felt.

Here are three tips to help you with the growth of your goals:

1. Write the vision
2. Do a brain dump/mindmap of your ideas
3. Be willing to stretch yourself

As you define your vision and a strategy to implement your goals will set you up a positive way to bring them all to fruition.

1. Be present in the moment

2. Make time for relaxation and rest

3. Appreciate and celebrate all the wins in your life

As we work to be intentional with these three keys will make a difference in our attitude and outlook each day.

1.  care of God

2. care of self

3. care for/from others

As we are intentional in caring and loving ourselves first, we can then give and receive that love in return from others. It all starts from recognizing Whose we are and how divinely unique each of us is and all the great qualities we bring to every relationship.

1.  Have gratitude on your mind daily

2. Have daily check-ins regarding your emotions

3. Establish healthy boundaries

When you are intentional about ensuring you are not being led by your emotions, and are proactive with wisdom, you will be able to face anything that comes your way with grace.

1. It is a gift freely given by God. It can't be earned through our works

2. It helps the body to function at it's best

3. It gives you the ability to be there for yourself and others.

I would love to connect with you on social @imaniandco2 and also by email hello@imaniandco.us

You can connect with me on social @imaniandco2

Email: hello@imaniandco.us

I would love to hear from you!

1.  Get out of your own way

2. Connect and find the right resources for help

3. Trust the process

Working and focusing on these three keys will help you go ahead and get that doggone thing done, making progress, and adjusting where needed.

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@imaniandco2 on Instagram and Facebook

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1.  Stay connected continually with God

2. Tell perfectionism "thank you, but no thank you"

3. Focus on your own journey and process

4. Don't give up 

As you shift your focus with these four keys, you will be able to endure the process and be present at the moment, resting in God's grace, provision, and wisdom for your current season and those that are to come.

1. You no longer enjoy what you are doing

2. Your spirit and body is tired

3. Adversities in life come more rapidly in strength and time

As we become aware of these insights by doing the necessary inner work with God, we will be encouraged and strengthened to enter the next season and stage of our journey.

1.  Forgiving those that hurt you

2. Forgiving yourself

3. Releasing the hold unforgiveness has on you through forgiveness

As we learn to forgive by doing the hard inner work necessary will we be able to not only be better for ourselves but for those we are called to serve.

1.  Love from God

2. Love of self

3. Love for others

As we unpack each of these areas will help reveal to you what areas still need tweaking and growth in your life so you can shine in all of your greatness.

1.  Past experiences

2. Present experiences

3. Future experiences

As you take a look at each area, assess how they have impacted your perspective on self-care and what you need to adjust or implement to shift that perspective into a more positive light.

1. Be intentional in setting aside time for yourself daily

2. Find what works for you such as journaling, reflection, prayer, meditation to nourish your soul during this time

3. Utilize the resources around you by asking for help when you need it

Stay tuned for next week's episode as we dive into the E in self which represents our experiences!

1.  Evening Routine

2. Morning Routine

3. Daily Routine

Reviewing how each of these routines was impactful for you will help your continued momentum, activation, and success of them each day.

Your daily routine includes:

1. A set morning routine

2. A set evening routine to end the day

3. A set schedule to follow throughout the day

Implementing each routine daily will give you the tools needed to be productive, reach your goals, and have peace of mind. 

Here are three tips in setting up an evening routine:

1. Have a set sleep schedule

2. Take time to process through the days' events, thoughts, and feelings

3. Journal your observations from the day

As you continue to implement this each night, you will develop a positive habit that will become a regular part of your daily routine.

Having a strategy involves these key ideas:

1. It provides a roadmap to work from as you make progress on your plan as you implement it.

2. It helps you to start with the end in mind and work backward to set in place key milestones and to break it up into smaller goals.

3. It shows you what assistance is needed to help in its completion.

Having a strategy in place not only encourages you along the way, but it also provides you with a guide to know you are progressing in bringing your vision and goal to life.

1. Write it down

2. Plan it out for implementation

3. Be flexible with the goals, but the vision doesn't change

4. Get accountability

As you put these tips in place, your vision and why will continue to be the catalyst you need to keep your momentum going.