💗There are so many great challenges out there and I didn't want to add another one to the list...BUT, in the spirit of this month of thanksgiving, I did want to gift someone something at the end of the month...I want to show appreciation to ALL of you, but given practical considerations, I just don't know if a gift is possible for all. So, I was trying to think about what would be a good way to try to go about this.... 🌟Well, how about this? In the spirit of this group and what it's about, WHAT IF we use your own goals and habits that you want to build upon as the deciding factor for winning? Not only will you get something from me but you'll be gaining momentum towards your goals and that IS winning beyond an external reward. We can use this as a way to add additional incentive to keep going and to make strides towards your goals!! And also as a place of accountability:) If there are A LOT of winners, maybe a secondary way of teasing out top winners can be something related to participation /level of activity or maybe just a random choosing. I already appreciate the activity in here and while I want to incentivise more people to participate I don't want the gift to just be dependent on that---I truly want you all to do well towards your goals!! 📈So....what say you? If you're interested, drop a comment below saying that you're in AND also identifying what you'll be working on for the rest of the month---what are the habits that you want to start/grow/continue? What will have to happen at the end of the month to say "I've made acceptable progress" towards this goal? (some areas of potential focus: physical health: diet, exercise, drinking water; spiritual health: daily prayer, gratitude practice; financial health: saving money, spending less; etc.) Let's do this!! Let's have a place to keep each other accountable, encourage each other and just take strides towards growth!! We got this, fam! :) :) :)

Want to be free of old hurts? Give. forgiveness a try. Maybe you're not quite at that point, but maybe, just maybe, it's worth leaning into...just a little bit? You owe it to yourself and it is an act of self respect... Forgiveness gets talked about like it is some soft, floaty abtract idea, but psychologically it is a form of emotional agency..Freedom.. At its core, forgiveness is the process of releasing the emotional charge around a hurt so it stops taking up space in your mind and body. It does not mean forgetting, excusing or reconciling and it is not a free pass for bad behavior. Let's look at those statements again..."Forgiveness DOES NOT mean forgetting, excusing, or reconciling. It is NOT a free pass for bad behavior." Sometimes we worry that that's what forgiveness will do--that it will leave us vulnerable/open to being hurt again. That somehow acceptance of what has happened means that it they get a free pass... It is NOT that. A lil friendly reminder: forgiveness is for the person who carries the wound/hurt, not the one who created it (though, it can absolutely carry a ripple effect for the person that has done the offense and this can be kind of cool too!). You are the one living with the stress response, the rumination and the emotional hangover. Letting go is about clearing your nervous system and taking back energy that has been stuck in a ruminative cycle. It's living more empowered rather than enslaved to an emotion... I'll say it again--freedom. What Forgiveness Does for You 1. Reduces emotional load: Anger, resentment and rumination activate the stress system as if the wound is still happening. Forgiveness helps settle the nervous system and brings mental clarity. That's kinda cool, eh? 2. Restores agency: By choosing to forgive, you stop waiting for the other person to repair what they broke. You get to regain control of your narrative and your emotional energy. Don't fool yourself, emotional energy absolutely carries weight and can get heaaavy.

I’m so grateful to be part of this inspiring community. @Georgiana D has actually been one of the first people I connected with when I joined Skool and I didn’t hesitate for even one second to join Inspired Life, Empowered Being. The compassion and authenticity shared here align beautifully with what we do at DAfree, where awareness and prevention go hand in hand with inspiring life and empowerment. I’d love to share a small tool we’ve recently introduced: the DAfree Red FlagChecker. It’s a simple, anonymous feature on our website that helps people recognise early warning signs of coercive control or unhealthy behaviours in relationships, friendships, or even workplace dynamics. You can type any situation or concern, and the checker provides a short, supportive response, helping you reflect on whether what you’re experiencing might be a red flag or simply a moment for open communication. The goal isn’t to judge: it’s to empower through awareness. Because understanding the difference between care and control is one of the most powerful steps we can take toward healing, safety, and self-respect. 💙 If you’d like to try it out, you can find it here:👉 https://dafree.org/red-flag-checker Thank you again, Georgiana, and to everyone here, for holding space for growth, self-discovery, and meaningful connection. 🫶

Is there going to be any content in the classroom section of this community? I find it so helpful in other groups n was just curious?!

True North Truth: The Strength to Endure When I stopped trying to hurt people, I stopped hurting myself. When I stopped trying to prove I was strong, I finally became strong. There was a time I treated every disagreement like a war. Every look, every word, every wound was personal. I thought dominance was leadership and toughness was loud. But wisdom taught me otherwise. Truth without virtue becomes a weapon. Virtue without wisdom burns out. And wisdom without truth loses direction. Real men don’t need to destroy to prove their strength. They build. They protect. They endure. When you live out of anger, pride, or fear, every relationship becomes a battlefield. You might win arguments—but you lose connection. You might prove your point—but you miss your purpose. There’s a better way. A man grounded in truth doesn’t need to control others—he controls himself. A man shaped by virtue doesn’t seek revenge—he seeks understanding. And a man guided by wisdom doesn’t react—he responds. Longevity in brotherhood, marriage, and leadership isn’t about being the loudest or the toughest. It’s about staying present, steady, and rooted when everyone else is losing their ground. You can’t protect what matters if you’re broken. You can’t lead your tribe if your spirit is exhausted. Sustainable strength always outlasts short-term aggression. The real warrior learns this: It’s not about how hard you hit. It’s about how much truth you can carry through chaos without losing your soul. Because in the end— The mission isn’t to dominate. It’s to endure. To stay standing. And to protect what’s sacred. Are you building from truth—or just fighting to be right?