Tag: encouragement

hope, Life

Hello Sunday (299)

Shaun Bradford

Hello Sunday!☀️

Mara Brock Akil (television producer and writer) posted a video about how the television and film industries are changing, just as the world around us is changing. She believes this change is a good thing and necessary, and so do I. In the video, she says the old ways of doing things are slowly dying, giving us the chance to shape the future we want to see. And I couldn’t agree more!

I believe we are here in this time and space for a purpose. It’s not to sit, watch things happen, or complain, but to shape and create the future we want to see. We’ve been tasked with doing what no other generation could do, and what future generations need us to do. If you’re unsure of your task, assignment, or purpose, ask God to reveal it to you. From experience, it’s associated with something you’re already passionate about doing, or that lifelong dream you just can’t shake.

On another note…

The song that’s been playing in my head since I woke up is the Winans “Everything You Touch Is A Song.”

As God’s children, I believe everything we touch is a song, and we have been tasked with creating something meaningful and beautiful. What we create today will not only enhance our lives but also sustain future generations.

Sooo… Are you on board with shaping our new future—with shaping the world you want to see?

This is all I have for now. I pray you have a relaxing day. May it be peaceful and filled with joy.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.

“Everything You Touch Is A Song” by The Winans

gratitude

A Place of Gratitude

Shaun Bradford

“Gratitude turns what we have into enough.” –Melody Beattie

Begin with Gratitude

Happy Self-love Saturday☀️

Writing from a place of gratitude. I’m so grateful and blessed to be here. To be alive and well is such a blessing—a gift. Amen

Today’s song of the hour is the late Richard Smallwood’s song “Total Praise.” The song says—

Lord, I will lift
Mine eyes to the hills
Knowing my help
Is coming from You
Your peace you give me
In time of the storm

You are the source of my strength
You are the strength of my life
I lift my hands in total praise to You

“Total Praise” by Richard Smallwood

This is all for now. I pray you’re having a wonderful day so far. May the rest of your day and weekend be as beautiful as you are. Remember, it’s Self-love Saturday. Don’t forget to do something extra special for yourself!♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.

empowerment, Life

Happy Monday

Shaun Bradford

Hello!☀️

How are you? 

Me: I’m good.

Just dropping in to wish you a wonderful day and week.

Here’s today’s message—

“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” –Arthur Ashe

Stop Waiting

Don’t wait until tomorrow to do what you’ve been longing to do. Do it today!

The song of the morning is Norman Hutchins’ “God’s Got A Blessing (with My Name on It).

Listen, God’s got a blessing with YOUR name on it. Hang in there!🌺

This is all for now. Have a beautiful day!♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.

Life

Hello Sunday (298)

Shaun Bradford

Happy Sunday!☀️

“Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear.” –George Addair

Face Your Fears

I’ve been thinking a lot about my fears lately. Yes, I’m human. I have them. Smile. As I did when I came face to face with that snake almost a week ago (see It All Works Out), I must do the same with other fears. As George Addair said, “Everything [I’ve] ever wanted is on the other side of fear.”

How about you?

Are there fears you need to face?

What’s possible on the other side of those fears?

This is all I have for now. Wishing you a wonderfully, blessed day! May it be filled with lots of love and joy.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.

Life

Just Gonna Sit This Right Here

Shaun Bradford

Feeling a bit disturbed. Didn’t wake up this way, but feeling it now.

A few weeks ago, I saw that an ex had started following me on Facebook. I tried to ignore the likes. But then he messaged me. That was the wrong move. I knew that responding would’ve opened a door that closed decades ago. Forgiveness doesn’t mean access. BLOCKED.

Just checked another Facebook account and here he is again with another follow—not even four hours ago. This time BLOCKED off the bat.

I’ve come too far to relive 30+ years ago. It took me forever to get my life back on track. That time and space is somewhere I never want to revisit.

If he’s the same person I knew back then, then I know he’ll see this message.

This is for YOU…

The love I had for you was ages ago and only for that moment. There’s no going back. I’ve moved on. You may have changed like you said, and I pray that you truly have. I wish you nothing but peace. I pray that you find love and live out the rest of your life at its best. May everything you touch prosper and be successful. I truly want you to be happy and blessed.🙏🏽

My life…

Why am I hearing Mary J. Blige singing “No more pain…”

No more drama.

No more pain.

Not this time.

Sorry to have included you all in the conversation, but it needed to be said.

I pray y’all have a glorious Self-Love Saturday! May it be filled with lots of love and joy.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.

empowerment, trust God

Your Wings Are Ready: It’s Time To Fly

Shaun Bradford

It’s time to fly.🦋 You got this!♥️ Love you, Shaun

Your Wings Are Ready

Happy Friday!☀️

I was just about to share another post from this day several years ago, when this one from last year caught my eye— “Your wings are ready.”

Hey YOU!

Yes… YOU!!

Your wings are ready! Don’t just prepare to fly, prepare to SOAR!

Bet you didn’t know butterflies could become eagles, did you? God is good like that. Smile

This is all for now. Have a wonderfully, blessed day and beautiful weekend!♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.

Prepare to SOAR!!🦅 Don’t be afraid. God’s got you.♥️♥️♥️

empowerment, Life

Start Planting Your Seeds

Shaun Bradford

“The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” –Chinese Proverb

Longevity and Sustainability

Hello!☀️ And Happy Thursday!

I hope you’re doing well.

It’s never too late to start planting seeds for the fruit you’d like to see, hold, and eat in the future. If you didn’t plant them 10–20 years ago, or even yesterday, you can still plant them today.

This is all for now.

Start planting your seeds…TODAY!🌱♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.

hope

I Didn’t Know My Own Strength

Shaun Bradford

This morning I woke up with Whitney Houston’s I Didn’t Know My Own Strength playing over and over in my head. Truthfully, how I have made it thus far is a blur. As I look back over my adulthood, I’m amazed at how many challenges I encountered and actually overcame.

Wednesday Writings

Happy Tuesday!☀️

I pray you’re doing well.

Just finished reading the post that’s quoted and linked above. It’s a post I shared on this day five years ago (October 13, 2021). Smiling through tears (happy tears) because I made it through some really tough times. When I tell y’all I am so very blessed. If you need a little inspiration, click the Wednesday Writings link in the quote above. Listen, life does get better.

Yes, life does get better. I refuse to believe otherwise.

Five years ago, I was listening to Whitney Houston’s, “I Didn’t Know My Own Strength.” The song says—

I didn’t know my own strength
And I crashed down, and I tumbled
But I did not crumble
I got through all the pain
I didn’t know my own strength
Survived my darkest hour
My faith kept me alive
I picked myself back up
Hold my head up high
I was not built to break
I didn’t know my own strength

“I Didn’t Know My Own Strength” by Whitney Houston

Y’all, sometimes I didn’t know if I’d make it. But I’m here!

Yes, I am here!

And so are YOU!

This is all I have for now. I pray you have a fabulous day! May it be filled with lots of love, joy, and happiness.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.

Life

The Present is Now

Shaun Bradford

“The present moment is the only moment available to us, and it is the door to all moments.” –Thich Nhat Hanh

Stay Present

Breathe…

The present is now.

Life is happening now.

Blessings are unfolding as you read this message.

Breathe…

The present is now.

It’s a blessing from God to YOU.

Happy Self-Love Saturday!☀️

Remember to do something extra special for yourself. You deserve that little something extra.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.

empowerment

My Journey With God, No. 151

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning☀️

I couldn’t help but smile when I saw the past post below. It’s a reminder to LIVE!

As I mentioned in a previous post, I’ve always had to make an effort to put myself first. It never came naturally. One call, one sound, or one look of despair, and I’d drop everything to tend to someone else’s needs. But not anymore. I believe that last conversation with my daughter finally got my attention. She told me that I needed to focus on me, and only me. She was right. My mom’s gone; she and my son are grown; my dad and stepmom have each other; my siblings have their spouses and family; it’s just me! For the first time in my life, I’m solo.

Here’s the post I shared three years ago, when I was a new 50 year old.

Girl… This Message Is For You! written on October 6, 2023

You better live! Life isn’t slowing down or waiting for you to catch up. Stop putting everyone else first like they’re more important than you. Listen… and hear me good… No one is more important or more valuable than you are. No one! You’re not being selfish, self-centered or inconsiderate. Nah… You’re just recognizing your worth. Now it’s time you start living in it. Love you!♥️ ~Shaun

So far, it’s been a week since I made a conscious effort to prioritize myself and my needs. Seeing this message today confirms and encourages me to keep moving in this direction. Not sure where it’s leading me; however, I’m looking forward to meeting the woman I’m becoming. The woman God predestined me to be.

Shaun, I got you girl!😘

Just a little self-love this morning. Smile

This message is also your reminder that you matter and must take care of yourself first. Take care of YOU before you pour into others.

I pray you have a wonderful day.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.