This episode is for anyone who knows they’re called to more… but keeps getting stuck in the cycle of starting and stopping.

💡 Spoiler: You don’t need perfect days — you need committed ones. Because your goals don’t respond to feelings, they respond to action.

Quotable Moments from the Episode:

1. “Your dream is only as strong as your daily discipline.”
2. “You can’t want the throne and still move like a jester.”
3. “Don’t just go through the day. Get from the day.” Jim Rohn
4. “Discipline is choosing between what you want now and what you want most.” Abraham Lincoln
5. “Your future is hidden in your daily routine.”

Everyone wants the soft life, but are you ready for the hard work that comes with it?

In this episode of Not For My Village People, we unpack the truth behind the glow-up

How pressure shapes purpose, and why the soft life is often the reward for surviving the grind. If you’re feeling the heat, this one’s for you.

Listen, reflect, and stay motivated. The glow hits different when you’ve seen the dark."

#SoftLife #HardWork #GlowUpJourney #NotForMyVillagePeople #StayMotivated #PressureToPurpose

Who’s your first call when life happens the good, the bad, or the in-between? In this episode, i dive into the complexities of loneliness, connection, and the masks we wear every day. Can we truly be ourselves around others, or are we hiding behind what society expects of us?

We’ll talk about the power of meaningful relationships, the value of solitude, and why the appearance of extroversion doesn’t always mean true connection. From reconnecting with old friends to finding peace within yourself, this episode invites you to reflect on what it really means to feel seen, heard, and understood.

Let’s take a moment to break through the noise, embrace vulnerability, and explore how to cultivate deeper, more authentic connections with others and with yourself and not put the burden of 1st calls on just one person.

#WhoIsYourFirstCall #AuthenticityMatters #ConnectionOverAppearance #PodcastReflections"

As we close out 2024, this episode is a heartfelt reflection on the year. its challenges, surprises, and hidden blessings. Sometimes, life feels overwhelming, like there’s no clear path forward. But if you look closer, you’ll see the miracles, answered prayers, and strength you’ve gained along the way.

This isn’t just about surviving 2024, t’s about recognising how it’s prepared you to thrive in 2025. Even when the year felt like a shock, you kept going, creating pathways where none existed. You’re stronger, wiser, and ready for what’s next.

Remember, the trail you’re blazing now is setting the stage for something even greater.

Let’s find the blessings together. 💫

By the way did you notice - it's Episode 50

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What does it mean to live boldly in a world that often tries to hold us back? In this episode, we dive into the power of audacity; the courage to take risks, explore new paths, and simply exist unapologetically.

✨ Highlights:

• Overcoming fear to try, even when the odds feel stacked against you.
• Taking risks that lead to transformation.
• Exploring uncharted territories within yourself and your life.
• Thriving by being authentically YOU.

The audacity to try isn’t about being fearless; it’s about refusing to let fear win."

Tune in for personal stories, quotable moments, and actionable inspiration to fuel your bold moves.

P - Passing

O - Over

O - Opportunties

R - Repeatedly

"if you do not aspire you will expire"

"To the mum who is juggling 1,000 things and still feels like it’s not enough – I see you. You are more than enough. Your love, even in your moments of doubt, is shaping the most beautiful memories for your children. Let go of the guilt and know you’re doing an amazing job."

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This episode is a follow up from someone else's perspective on how they handle a past trauma and testimony from a traumatic event they went through.

Esther Fashanu shared her fertility experience and how it's shamed her now, her relationship with her husband and her output on life generally.

Remember Trauma pushes but where is yours pushing you to? Is it to Ruins, Repair or Restoration?

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In this episode, I talked about Trauma and how it sometimes pushes us into or from something.

What is your's pushing you to?

What is your's pushing you from?

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Let's start by talking about how trauma can push us toward things. For some, trauma fuels ambition. Maybe you grew up in a home where financial security was a daily struggle. That experience could have planted a fierce determination in you to never feel that helpless again. So now, you’re hustling, building a career, saving every penny, and refusing to stop. Trauma has its way of lighting that fire.