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Budgeting With Intention: How to Grocery Shop With Confidence and Peace

Hello Sassy family! Today, I hit a personal milestone in the grocery store, and I don’t say it lightly. I walked in with a list, stuck to my budget, and resisted temptation, walking out with only what I had planned to buy. No extra snacks. No “just one more thing.” And yes… it was hard.

If you know me, you know I’m a foodie. I love flavors, new ingredients, and trying whatever catches my eye. Grocery shopping has always been an impulse-driven experience for me; if it looks good, smells good, or sparks inspiration, it usually ends up in my cart.

But today, I chose intention over impulse. And while it may seem small, it felt like a win worth celebrating.

That moment reminded me how powerful mindful grocery shopping can be, and how many of us struggle in this exact area. That’s why I had to share this post with you. If I can pause, refocus, and stay aligned with my budget, I know you can too.

This post is for anyone who wants to budget with intention while grocery shopping, without guilt, restriction, or perfection, just progress.

Walk In With Intention

Before you ever grab a cart, remind yourself: I am in control of my choices.
Having a plan for your meals, a list, and a spending limit sets the tone for success. A plan doesn’t limit you; it empowers you.

Confidence starts before you enter the store.

Your List Is Your Direction

A grocery list isn’t about saying “no” to yourself; it’s about saying “yes” to your goals. It keeps you focused, grounded, and aligned with what truly matters.

Discipline today creates freedom tomorrow.

Honor What You Already Have

Pause before you shop and check your kitchen. Your pantry, fridge, and freezer often hold more than you realize. Gratitude shifts your mindset from lack to abundance, and abundance changes how you spend.

Sometimes the biggest savings come from using what’s already there.

Choose With Wisdom, Not Emotion

Shopping while tired, stressed, or hungry makes it easy to overspend. Slow down. Breathe. Choose intentionally.

Not every sale is meant for you. Not every craving deserves a purchase. Staying aligned with your goals is the real win.

Prep Is an Act of Self-Care

Meal prepping and choosing whole foods isn’t just about saving money; it’s about honoring your body and your future. When you prepare with intention, you show up for yourself in powerful ways.

This is what self-care looks like in real life.

Progress Matters More Than Perfection

Tracking your grocery spending isn’t about judgment; it’s about growth. Awareness brings clarity, and clarity leads to better decisions. You don’t have to get it right every time. You just have to keep going.

Small changes add up faster than you think.

Every intentional grocery trip is a step toward peace, stability, and freedom. Each choice you make, no matter how small, is helping you build a future rooted in confidence and care.

You are capable. You are disciplined. And you are allowed to take up space in your financial journey.

Keep choosing intention.

Live Intentionally,
💗Ronni Lauren

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Embracing the New Year: Lessons from 2025 & Choosing Priorities Over Resolutions🎉

Happy New Year family! As the calendar turns and the noise of “new year, new you” gets louder, I find myself asking a different question: What if this year isn’t about becoming someone new, but about becoming more intentional? Instead of rushing to set resolutions, I’ve been reflecting on the year I’m leaving behind, the lessons that shaped me, the moments that stretched me, and the growth that didn’t always look the way I expected.

2025 reminded me that growth is rarely loud. Sometimes it happens quietly through patience learned the hard way, boundaries set with courage, and faith strengthened in seasons of uncertainty. I learned that not every loss is a failure and not every delay is denial. Some things had to fall apart so better things could take shape. And some lessons only came when I stopped fighting and started trusting.

This past year also taught me the importance of grace for myself when I didn’t get it right, and grace for others when expectations weren’t met. I learned that rest is not a reward but a requirement, and that saying “no” can be just as powerful as saying “yes.” Most importantly, 2025 showed me that God’s timing is still perfect, even when it doesn’t align with my own.

As I step into the new year, I’m choosing priorities over resolutions. Resolutions often feel rigid and rooted in pressure to do more, be more, and fix everything. Priorities, feel intentional and life-giving. They allow room for growth without guilt and progress without perfection.

My priorities for the year ahead are simple but meaningful: to protect my peace, nurture my faith, and remain present in the moments that matter most. I want to prioritize alignment over approval, obedience over obligation, and consistency over comparison. Instead of striving to become a completely new version of myself, I’m committed to becoming a more grounded, faithful, and intentional one.

This new year isn’t about proving anything, it’s about becoming. Becoming wiser, softer, stronger, and more anchored in purpose. I’m walking forward carrying the lessons of 2025, not as baggage, but as wisdom.

So here’s to the year ahead: may we move forward with clarity, courage, and compassion. May we release what no longer serves us and embrace what calls us higher. And may we choose priorities that align with who we are becoming, not just who the world tells us to be.

Cheers to a new year and to walking into it with intention.

Live Fearless and With Intention!

💗Ronni Lauren

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Sassy State of Mind💋…Life Expands When You Do

“Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage.”

~Anaïs Nin

Hello Sassy family! Have you ever felt that quiet tug in your heart to do more, be more, or try again, but fear keeps whispering, what if you fail? Maybe you’ve found yourself playing it safe, staying comfortable, or putting your dreams on pause because stepping out feels too risky. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone, and this quote might be the gentle nudge your heart needs today.

Anaïs Nin reminds us that courage isn’t about being fearless, it’s about choosing movement even when fear is present. Every brave decision, no matter how small, creates more room in your life. More room for growth. More room for joy. More room for becoming who you were always meant to be.

Courage looks different for each of us. Sometimes it’s saying no when you’ve always said yes. Sometimes it’s walking away from what’s familiar to make space for what’s healthier. Other times, it’s believing again after disappointment, opening your heart after hurt, or trusting God even when the path ahead isn’t clear.

When we shrink back, life begins to feel limited. We settle. We dim our light. We convince ourselves that comfort is safer than calling. But when we choose courage when we dare to hope, to heal, to try again: life responds by expanding. Opportunities appear. Confidence grows. Purpose becomes clearer.

Here’s the beautiful truth: courage doesn’t require perfection. It only asks for willingness. Willingness to take the next step. Willingness to trust that you are stronger than your fear. Willingness to believe that there is more for you on the other side of obedience and bold faith.

So today, ask yourself: Where have I been shrinking when I was meant to expand? What would change if you chose courage in that space?

Let this be your reminder: your life is not meant to be lived small. You were created for fullness, depth, and purpose. And with every courageous choice you make, life grows right alongside you.

Let’s grow together, one courageous step at a time.

Live Fearlessly,

🩷Ronni Lauren

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Soul Food 🙏🏾🪴🩷… Sowing in Tears, Reaping in Joy

“Bring back our captivity, O Lord, As the streams in the South.

Those who sow in tears Shall reap in joy.

He who continually goes forth weeping, Bearing seed for sowing, Shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, Bringing his sheaves with him.”


‭‭~Psalms‬ ‭126‬:‭4‬-‭6‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Hello family! Have you ever found yourself doing all the right things: praying, believing, showing up, yet wondering if any of it is actually making a difference? Maybe you’re sowing seeds with tired hands and a heavy heart, hoping something will eventually change.

Psalm 126:4–6 is a powerful reminder that God is at work even in seasons that feel dry, delayed, or discouraging. These verses speak directly to those who are sowing in faith while still waiting to see the fruit of their obedience.

God does not waste our tears. He uses them to bring restoration, renewal, and an abundant harvest in His perfect timing.

Keep planting seeds of faith, prayer, obedience, and trust, even when results aren’t immediate. It reassures us that perseverance will be rewarded and that seasons of sorrow can give way to songs of joy.

God is faithful to restore what feels lost and to turn mourning into rejoicing for those who continue to trust Him.

Reflection:

What seeds are you currently sowing in faith, even though the harvest hasn’t appeared yet? How can you continue trusting God with the outcome?

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, You see every tear, every prayer, and every seed sown in faith. When the waiting feels long and the ground feels dry, help me not to lose heart. Strengthen my trust in Your timing and remind me that You are always working, even when I can’t see it. I place my hope in You, believing that joy will come and that You will bring a harvest from what I’ve faithfully planted. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Don’t give up in the waiting. What you sow in faith today will one day be reaped in joy.

Live Faithfully and Sow Seeds,

🩷Ronni Lauren

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Soul Food 🙏🏾🪴🩷…Grace That Rewrites Your Story

“For I am the least of the apostles, who am not worthy to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the church of God.

But by the grace of God I am what I am, and His grace toward me was not in vain; but I labored more abundantly than they all, yet not I, but the grace of God which was with me.”


‭‭~I Corinthians‬ ‭15‬:‭9‬-‭10‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Hello family! Let me ask you this, have you ever looked at your life and wondered, “Why would God choose someone like me?” If so, you’re not alone. The scripture I’m sharing with you today speaks directly to that feeling.

1 Corinthians 15:9-10 is a powerful reminder that God’s grace doesn’t just cover us, it transforms us.

In verse 9, Paul shows that he understood what like to have a past that didn’t align with his present assignment. He once persecuted the very church he later helped build. Maybe you’re carrying something today…regret, shame, insecurity, or a feeling that God couldn’t possibly use someone like you.

Also, please remember that Grace is not about who you were. It’s about who God is.

In verse 10, Paul is showing us that grace doesn’t excuse us from purpose, it empowers us for it. When God places His grace on your life, it shifts the trajectory of your story. It turns weakness into strength, doubt into confidence, and past mistakes into powerful testimony.

God doesn’t just call the qualified, he qualifies the called.

If you’ve been questioning your worth, your calling, or your place in God’s plan, let this verse settle in your heart today:

You are not who your past says you are.

You are who God’s grace is shaping you to be.

And His grace always comes with purpose.

Reflection Question:

Where in your life have you been disqualifying yourself when God has already extended grace?

Prayer:

Lord, thank You for Your grace that finds me, changes me, and carries me. Help me to stop viewing myself through the lens of my past and to embrace who You are calling me to be. Strengthen me to walk boldly in my purpose, knowing that Your grace is working in and through me. Amen.

This week, whenever doubt creeps in, speak this truth over yourself:

“By the grace of God, I am who He says I am.”

Write it down, whisper it in prayer, or declare it until your heart believes it.

Live Faithfully and Aligned with Purpose,

🩷Ronni Lauren

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Soul Food🙏🏾🪴🧡…A Heart of Thanksgiving

“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever.”

~Psalm 136:1

Happy Thanksgiving, family! I hope you all are enjoying the holiday and finding moments to slow down, breathe, and reflect. While reflecting, it was laid on my heart to share with you what this holiday means to me. Thanksgiving isn’t just a holiday, it’s a heart posture.

It’s a slowing down long enough to notice God’s goodness in each day, even the ones that felt heavy.

Psalm 136:1 reminds us to recall His faithfulness, the doors He opened, the peace He whispered, and the strength He poured into us when we felt empty. His love doesn’t waver with circumstances or emotions. It remains strong, steady, and sure. Giving thanks doesn’t mean we ignore our struggles, it means we recognize God’s presence within them. Gratitude shifts our focus from what is missing to what God has already done, and continues to do.

So today, let this verse become your anchor. Wherever you are, whatever the day holds, choose to give thanks. Not because everything is perfect, but because God is always good.

Prayer:

Father, thank You for Your unending love and goodness over my life. Help me pause long enough to see Your fingerprints in every season; the joyful, the challenging, and the quiet in-between moments. Teach my heart to live with open hands and a grateful spirit. Let thanksgiving not be just a word I speak, but a rhythm I live. You are good, and Your love truly endures forever. Amen.

Reflection:

What is one specific thing, big or small, that you can intentionally thank God for today, even if it doesn’t feel easy?

Take a moment to write it down. Speak it. Pray it. Let it settle into your heart.

Choose one way to express gratitude today. Let gratitude move beyond thought, into action.

Because His love endures forever and so can your praise.

Live Faithfully and Give Thanks!

💗Ronni Lauren

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Sassy State of Mind💋…The Power of “Now”

Hello Sassy family! Have you ever caught yourself daydreaming about the life you want; more peace, more confidence, more joy, but feeling unsure of how to actually get there? Maybe you’ve been waiting for the perfect timing, the right opportunity, or the moment when everything finally “falls into place.” If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. So many of us stand on the edge of our potential, not realizing that the doorway to our future is found in the choices we make today.

Emily Dickinson’s quote, “The future is composed of the nows,” is a great reminder that our future isn’t something far away; it’s being shaped in every moment we choose courage, grace, and intention.

Instead of waiting for the “perfect time,” the right opportunity, or someone’s approval, Dickinson reminds us that the life we desire begins with what we do today. Every small decision: setting a boundary, speaking up, prioritizing self-care, pursuing a dream creates ripples that build the future we’re hoping for.

Let this truth empower you to step into your worth right now. Not when things feel easier. Not when life slows down. Not when we “feel ready.”

But now.

When we honor the present, we honor ourselves. And when women honor themselves, the future becomes brighter, stronger, and more aligned with who we were always meant to be.

Take a moment today to choose one meaningful action; no matter how small that reflects the future you want. Write it down, speak it out loud, Your “now” matters more than you know.

Daily Affirmation💋

“I honor my present, I shape my future, and every step I take today moves me closer to the woman I’m becoming.”

Live fearlessly,

💗Ronni Lauren

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Soul Food🙏🏾🪴💗…Covered in Calm: Embracing God’s Peace in Every Season

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus”. ~Philippians 4:6-7 NKJV

Hello family! Have you ever caught yourself lying awake at night, replaying the same worries over and over, wondering if this will finally be the thing that breaks you? We’ve all been there. So here’s the question: What do you tend to do first when anxiety shows up: panic, shut down, or try to fix everything yourself?

Philippians 4:6–7 reminds us that there is a better way to face anxiety whenever it tries to rise in our lives.

Instead of carrying the weight alone, we must bring every burden, big or small, before God through prayer and honest conversation. When we choose prayer over panic, surrender over spiraling, something powerful happens: God exchanges our anxiety for His peace. Not a temporary calm or a quick emotional fix, but a deep, guarding peace that covers our hearts and minds like a shield.

This passage is a gentle reminder that peace isn’t found in perfect circumstances; it’s found in God’s presence. When we release what we can’t control, we make room for the peace that surpasses all understanding to settle in.

Reflection:

What worry can you hand over to God today?

Affirmation:

I choose prayer over panic, and God’s peace covers me completely.

Live Faithfully,

💗Ronni Lauren

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Soul Food: 🙏🏾🪴🩷…Finding Strength and Shelter in the Rock That Is Higher Than You

“Hear my cry, O God; Attend to my prayer.

From the end of the earth I will cry to You,

When my heart is overwhelmed;

Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

For You have been a shelter for me,

A strong tower from the enemy.”

~Psalm 61:1–3 (NKJV)

Hello family! Let’s be honest there are days when life just feels heavy. You’re doing your best to keep it together, but inside, your heart feels overwhelmed. Maybe it’s the endless to-do list, the heartbreak you didn’t see coming, or the quiet moments where you wonder if anyone really understands.

If that’s you today, take a deep breath because Psalm 61 is your reminder that you don’t have to be strong on your own.

David didn’t hide his struggle. He cried out to God and said, “When my heart is overwhelmed, lead me to the rock that is higher than I.” I love that. He wasn’t asking for all the answers; he was asking to be lifted higher above the noise, above the fear, above the weight of it all.

You don’t have to fix every problem or hold everything together. God is your Rock, your Shelter, your Safe Place. He’s not asking you to do more; He’s inviting you to rest in Him.

So today, instead of trying to carry it all, take your weary heart and lean into His strength. Let Him lift you higher.

Reflection:

When your heart feels overwhelmed, where do you turn first and how can you remind yourself to turn to God as your Rock and Shelter this week?

Prayer:

When my heart feels heavy and my strength fades, lead me to You; the Rock that is higher than I. Thank You for being my refuge, my shelter, and my safe place. Help me release what I cannot control and rest in Your presence. Remind me that I am never alone, even in my most overwhelmed moments. Strengthen my faith and steady my heart in You.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

I’d love to hear from you, Sassy family! 💕

How has God been your Rock in a season when you felt overwhelmed? Share your heart in the comments below. Your story might be the encouragement another woman needs today.

Live Faithfully,

💗Ronni Lauren

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Sassy Reflections🩷: How Has Your View of Love Changed Over the Years?

Hello Sassy family! Have you ever caught yourself thinking about how your view of love has changed over the years? This question came to me recently as I was reflecting on my own journey, learning self-love, setting boundaries, and becoming the best version of me. Somewhere along the way, I realized that the way I understand and express love has evolved just as much as I have.

When I look back at how I viewed love in my younger days, I can only laugh and maybe cry a little. I really thought love meant proving my worth instead of knowing it. I believed love meant being chosen, that someone else’s attention or affection somehow validated my worth.

Now, I see how deeply my younger self tied love to validation instead of value. She didn’t yet know that love begins within, that you teach others how to love you by how you love yourself.

With growth and healing, my perspective has softened and matured. Love today feels deeper, wiser, more intentional. It’s not about perfection or constant validation ; it’s about peace, honesty, and presence. It’s showing up for each other, communicating through the tough moments, and choosing love every single day.

Love now looks like partnership, not possession. It’s not about being rescued; it’s about being respected. It’s a safe place to grow, not a battlefield to prove your worth.

The more I’ve learned to truly love myself, the more I’ve understood what real love should feel like. It’s not about losing yourself to be loved; it’s about loving yourself enough to never shrink again.

So tell me, Sassy family, how has your view of love changed as you’ve grown, healed, and learned more about yourself?

Drop your thoughts in the comments. I’d love to hear how your heart has evolved too.

Affirmation:
“I am no longer waiting to be chosen. I choose myself fully, freely, and with love.”

Live and Love Fearlessly,

💗Ronni Lauren