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Self Love Saturday

Shaun Bradford

Sitting here reflecting on the past couple of days. Y’all, God is so very amazing.

Revelations 21:5 (NIV) says, “… I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”

I wish you could feel what I am feeling right now. I’ve been hanging out with my daughter the past couple of days, and this is the first time—very first time—since I was around six years old that I haven’t had to worry about anyone else besides myself. Even when I joined the Air Force and left home, my siblings were always at the forefront of my mind. I’ve always been their second mom, so it was natural for me to be concerned about them. Afterwards, my babies became the center of my life, and then my parents.

Y’all, this is the first time ever that I am my only concern. This is the most liberating feeling I have had in my entire adult life. Like I said, I wish you could feel what I am feeling. Honestly, I never knew it was possible to feel this way. I am so, so, soooo very blessed.

I pray you’re having a wonderful weekend. Don’t forget to do something extra special for yourself today.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

Blessed! God is good.

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My Journey With God, No. 35

Shaun Bradford

Oh, what a season this is!

Smiling because it’s a season where I actually see and feel myself growing and evolving, and I like it.

No…

I LOVE IT!♥️

Shaun

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My Daily Reminder

Shaun Bradford

A couple of years ago, I scheduled a daily alert to remind myself to smile—not just for no reason but because I loved myself. Then, I added that I should read one of my mantras.

Today’s mantra is—

“I am worthy of all good things.”

Sitting here smiling because 1) I absolutely love myself, and 2) I am worthy of all good things.

God is good, and I am blessed.🥰

Shaun

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Trust

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning☀️

Over the years, I have written about my thoughts on trust. Although I easily connect with people, that connection doesn’t automatically come with trust. My trust has to be earned, even from those closest to me. It’s not something I hand out freely. I can love you all day because I truly do love people, but my love doesn’t translate into trust. As I mentioned six years ago, trust is very fragile. Once it is broken, it’s hard to repair if it’s ever repaired.

Questions–

What are your thoughts on trust?

Do you believe trust has to be earned?

Have you ever restored trust in someone?

Well, that’s all for now. I pray you have a lovely week. Remember to put God first, and if you can’t trust anyone else, you can always, always, always trust God.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

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My Journey With God, No. 28

Shaun Bradford

Earlier today, God had to check me on the way I showed up…or didn’t show up…for myself. He let me know that even when I don’t feel like showing up, I still have to show up. It wasn’t anything significant that happened. Actually, it was something small. So small that I didn’t feel like the way I showed up even mattered. However, it did.

From here on, I must be intentional about how I treat myself in all situations, not only the ones I believe are important.

It’s self-love Saturday, and loving myself has to always be done thoroughly.

I’m listening, God.♥️

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Smiling

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning☀️
It’s Self-love Saturday!

Two years ago, I wrote the following in one of my Wednesday Writings post—

“Progression is the name of the game, right? Smiling. Looking forward to meeting the woman I’m becoming.” – Wednesday Writings, November 30, 2022

That statement has me smiling a huge smile. Cheeks hurt because my smile is so big.

Y’all, I can see the woman I am becoming. I see her, and she’s emerging unafraid and unapologetically. Yes, I see her, and I love her.

Real talk, though. I am so glad I didn’t give up on myself and didn’t settle for things as they were. I can only imagine what my life would be like right now had I settled. I knew the path I was headed down, and it wasn’t a good one. At one point, it was one of suppression, depression, and hopelessness. I also think about my children’s lives and what they would be like today. I am so proud of myself for making decisions that helped me take my life back. Y’all, God is so good. As I have said many times before, I am beyond blessed.♥️

Shaun

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Your Health Matters

Shaun Bradford
Your health matters.

I know it’s Thanksgiving and most aren’t thinking about health or healthy anything; however, your health still matters. Not only am I speaking about physical health, but mental and emotional health as well. Be mindful of what you put in your body (enjoy, but eat in moderation) and who you allow in your space (separate yourself from people and things that causes you stress). Prioritizing your health is of utmost importance.

That’s all. Carry on with your wonderful day!♥️

Love you,

Shaun

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What A Difference A Year Makes

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning☀️

So much has happened since last year. Around this time last year, I was experiencing what I considered a spiritual pruning while also trying to adjust to life on this side of 50. The only definite thing was that I knew these next 50 years had to be different from the last.

Here’s what I shared last year.

Shared on November 23, 2021.

After asking myself the same question from a few years ago—am I someone who has fully embraced my true, authentic self?—the answer is “yes.” A year ago, I was close but not entirely there. Today, I can confidently say that I have fully embraced all of myself while still growing and evolving—as we know, both are continuous. As I have mentioned several times this year, I love this space I’m in—living life, loving God, and dancing to the beats (because there are many) of my own drum.

Y’all, I wanted this side of 50 to be different, and it truly is.♥️

I am beyond blessed.🥰

Shaun

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God Is Good

Shaun Bradford
Originally shared on November 22, 2023.

God is good!

That’s the post. Nothing more to add.♥️

Love you,

Shaun