Acknowledge the offense, but be free. Be free from the chains of unforgiveness. Be free from the pain that swallows you up every day. Be free from the heartache you’re experiencing.

Over the years, I think the church has tried so hard not to make sex a “thing” that we’ve made it a thing. But I don’t think talking about it was ever the issue. Because even when we do talk about it, so many of us are still getting it wrong. We’re still falling into the grips of lust.

I recently heard a woman say whenever you’re feeling turned on, pause and thank God for this feeling. This blew me away, y’all. Never have I EVER thanked God for being horny. But then I asked myself, why? Why do I immediately shame myself instead of thanking God for creating my body to feel?

Contrary to popular belief, you can feel sad and still acknowledge the good things happening in your life, and you can also feel happy, but create room to feel the bad things that have happened in your life. This is how we heal.

I was showing up as a hot mess in my friendships, lying and manipulating to feel loved, having frequent panic attacks, and fighting depression. After my second suicide attempt, I knew it was time to seek help.