Category: #motivation

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

Savvy 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

Sassy Mindset💋…. Rising Above What You Can’t Control

Hello Sassy family! Let’s be real, life doesn’t always go the way we planned. Sometimes you think you’ve got everything under control, and then something unexpected knocks the wind out of you. Maybe it’s a job loss, a painful realization, or a situation that left you asking, “Why me?”

We’ve all had those moments that make us feel small, powerless, or completely thrown off balance. But here’s the beautiful truth: even when we can’t control what happens to us, we can control how we show up in the middle of it.

That’s exactly what Maya Angelou reminds us of in one of her most powerful quotes:

“You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.” – Maya Angelou

Those words hit differently when life gets messy.

Because the truth is, there’s so much we can’t control. People will disappoint us, plans will fall apart, and life will throw curveballs we never saw coming. But every challenge gives us a choice: to let it break us down or build us up.

You have the power to decide whether your hardships will define or refine you.

When you choose not to be reduced by what you’ve been through, you’re reclaiming your peace. You’re saying, “Yes, this hurt. Yes, it was hard. But it’s not going to shrink me.”

Choosing not to be reduced doesn’t mean pretending everything’s fine. It means giving yourself permission to feel it, process it, and still move forward with your head held high. It’s standing in your truth and refusing to let pain harden your heart. It’s believing that you can still shine, even when life tries to dim your light.

Remember this: the same fire that burns can also build character.

So if life has thrown you into the fire lately, don’t lose heart. You’re being shaped, strengthened, and prepared for something greater. You may not control the storm, but you can decide to rise from it stronger, wiser, and more grounded in who you are.

Don’t let life’s events reduce you. Let them reveal the resilient, unstoppable woman you were created to be.

Empowering Reflection:

What situation once tried to reduce you, but instead revealed your strength?

Live Fearless and Be Unstoppable!

Love,

💗Ronni Lauren

Soul Food🙏🏾🪴🩷: God’s Unstoppable Purposes

Hello family! Have you ever found yourself asking, “What is my true purpose in life?” Maybe you’ve wondered if you’re walking in the right direction, or if the plans you’ve made for your life really line up with God’s. That longing for clarity can feel overwhelming, but Job 42:2 reminds us of a powerful truth: “I know that You can do everything, and that no purpose of Yours can be withheld from You.”

Job’s declaration is both a confession of faith and a testimony of surrender. After walking through unimaginable suffering, Job finally acknowledges the sovereignty of God. For women today, this verse is a beautiful reminder that no matter what season of life we are in, whether joy-filled or heart-wrenching, God’s plans remain unshaken. His purposes cannot be stopped by circumstances, setbacks, or even our own missteps.

When we feel uncertain about our purpose, Job’s words invite us to rest in God’s perfect authority. Instead of striving to figure it all out on our own, we can trust that the One who created us is guiding our steps and weaving every detail into His greater story.

Reflection:

  • Are you searching for purpose in your own strength rather than seeking God’s guidance?
  • Do you trust that His plans for your life are unfolding, even when you can’t see them clearly?

Prayer:

Lord, thank You that nothing is impossible for You. Help me to rest in Your sovereignty and trust that Your purposes for my life are good and cannot be stopped. Strengthen my faith so that I may walk with confidence in Your plan. Amen.

Live Faithfully!

🩷Ronni Lauren

It’s Finally Here🎉!


Hello Sassy Squad! I’m beyond excited to announce the release of my very first book: “21-Day Women’s Devotional-Discovering Your Purpose Through Self-Love”!

After months of late nights, countless drafts, and a dream taking shape, I’m overjoyed to finally share what’s been living in my heart for so long.

This is not just your average women’s devotional, it’s a piece of my own journey of self-love, discovering my identity, purpose, and developing a closer walk with God. Each page carries lessons, prayers, and reflections that I’ve lived through, and my hope is that they will inspire and encourage you in your own healing journey.🌹

Writing this book has been a labor of love, and my prayer is that it blesses every woman who picks it up.

🔗 Available now on Amazon.com at: https://a.co/d/0UJozT5
📖 eBook and paperback formats

If you pick it up, let me know what you think. Please leave a review or share with a fellow book lover. Your support means everything!

Thank you for celebrating this dream with me!🙏🏾

Love,

Ronni🩷

Sassy Mindset💋…Dreams: Soul-Written Chapters of Your Future

Hello Sassy squad! Have you ever felt like your dreams are whispering something deeper about who you are becoming? I came across a quote that I had to share with you. It is a powerful reminder that your dreams, both the ones that come at night and the ones you hold in your heart, aren’t random. They’re glimpses of your purpose, passion, and potential.

Your soul is the author, and your life is the unfolding story. Every dream is a preview of what’s possible when you walk in alignment with your deepest truth. These dreams carry the voice of your inner wisdom before the world sees what’s written in your heart. That business idea, the book you want to write, the community you want to build, the love you want to share are not accidents. They are the soul’s narrative waiting to be lived out.

This quote calls you to listen more closely, believe more boldly, and walk more confidently. When you honor your dreams, you’re not chasing fantasies, you’re turning the pages of the story your soul is already writing.

Empowering Reflection:

What dream keeps nudging your spirit, no matter how much time passes? Could it be the next chapter your soul is ready to write?

Live fearless and dream big!

Love,

Ronni Lauren💋

Soul Food 🙏🏾🪴💗…Built For More: Standing on Purpose

“So I sent messengers to them saying, “I am doing a great work, so that I cannot come down. Why should the work cease while I leave it and go down to you?”

Nehemiah 6:3 NKJV

Hello family! Have you ever been so focused on something or finishing a project that you didn’t want to stop until it was done? You ignored the calls, the distractions, and maybe even the urge to quit, because deep down you knew it mattered. That’s exactly the kind of determination Nehemiah had in Nehemiah 6:3, where he says, “I am doing a great work and I cannot come down.”

This powerful verse was shared with me last week, and now I feel led to share it with you. I pray it encourages anyone who is doing a great work but finds themselves facing distractions meant to break your focus and keep you from finishing.

It is more than a statement, it’s a mindset. Nehemiah was rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem, and when distractions came, he refused to be pulled away from his assignment. His response wasn’t rooted in arrogance—it was grounded in purpose.

This verse speaks directly to your journey. Whether you’re building a business, launching a vision, healing your heart, or stepping into new territory… you are doing a great work. And like Nehemiah, you don’t have time to come down.

Let this encourage you to stay focused, guard your purpose. Don’t let anything pull you away from it. Your calling is too important. Your growth is too sacred. You don’t need to prove yourself…just keep building. Stay focused, stay faithful—what you’re building matters, and it’s worth finishing.

You are doing a great work. And you cannot come down.

Live faithfully!

💗Ronni Lauren

More Than a Fairy Tale: Trusting God’s Promise for Love

Hello family! Have you ever felt like God placed a specific love story in your heart? A story so beautiful that it feels like something out of a fairy tale?

Lately, God has been gently reminding me of the promise He planted within me. He’s showing me that the love story He has for me will unfold like a fairy tale written by His hand, full of wonder, growth, and a love that’s worth the wait.

As a little girl, I would spend hours playing with dolls, creating my own worlds and storylines. I didn’t know it then, but even as a child, I was shaping what I believed a healthy relationship and family could look like. Through those playtime moments, I wasn’t just passing the time I was building the blueprint for the love I aspired to experience and the life I dreamed of living. I now realize that what I created was a reflection of what my heart deeply desired for myself.

Even now, God is showing me that the love story He’s placed in my heart is not just a childish dream. It’s a promise.

Fairy tales aren’t just about magical moments and happy endings. They’re about the journey, the challenges, the waiting, and the discovery. In every fairy tale, the main character often faces detours, obstacles, and moments of doubt. Sometimes, they feel overlooked, forgotten, or stuck in an in-between season, unsure if their story will ever unfold the way they hoped.

But what makes a fairy tale beautiful is that the Author always knows the ending.

God is reminding me to wait with the same kind of hope.

To wait with trust.

To wait with patience.

To believe that even in the waiting, my story is being written, and every chapter has purpose.

Sometimes waiting feels like standing on the sidelines, watching everyone else’s story unfold while wondering if mine was ever real. But God is teaching me that I don’t have to write the story myself. I don’t have to chase it, force it, or settle for something less. I just have to trust the One who is writing it.

The love story God placed in my heart will be one of adventure, authenticity, and deep connection…Like the best fairy tales, where love finds you in the most unexpected way, where the journey matters just as much as the ending, and where the story is even more beautiful than you imagined.

If God has placed a love story in your heart, trust that He’s not teasing you. He’s teaching you. Every season of waiting, every detour, and every quiet moment is part of a divine script only He could write. Don’t rush the Author.

The story He’s writing for you will be more beautiful, more meaningful, and more full of purpose than anything you could have imagined. Keep believing. Your fairy tale is unfolding…one faithful page at a time.

Live faithfully!

Love Always,

💗Ronni Lauren

Sassy Mindset💋…Living for Breathtaking Moments

Hello Sassy family! Have you ever found yourself simply going through the motions, checking boxes, and wondering if you’re truly living or just existing? I struggle with this all of the time.

Maya Angelou’s quote is a reminder that challenges us to shift our focus from merely surviving to fully embracing the experiences that ignite our souls.

We often carry many roles—caregiver, leader, friend, partner, dreamer. In the midst of our responsibilities, it’s easy to get lost in routines and miss the extraordinary moments life offers. But Maya’s words call us higher. They invite us to seek out joy, wonder, purpose, and moments that make our hearts race—not just tasks that fill our calendars.

How Do We Create Breathtaking Moments?

Be Present: Life’s magic often happens in the little things—a makeover, witnessing a sunrise, a simple victory after hard work. Slow down and notice them.

Take Bold Steps: The moments that take our breath away often require courage. Say yes to the adventure, speak up for yourself, pursue the passion that scares you.

Celebrate Yourself: You are worthy of joy, love, and awe-filled experiences. Don’t postpone your happiness waiting for a perfect time.

Maya Angelou’s wisdom pushes us to stop counting the days and start making the days count. You don’t need grand, cinematic moments to live fully—you need authentic, intentional ones that remind you you’re alive.

So, what’s one thing you can do today that will take your breath away?

Start there. Live there. Your life is waiting.

Live on purpose!

Love Always,

💗Ronni Lauren