Claiming My “I AM”
Life has taught me strength through struggle, resilience through heartbreak, and purpose through pain. As a single mother of four, I’ve faced more than my share of obstacles but I’ve also discovered the power of choosing myself, protecting my peace, and speaking life over my journey. Recently, I took a much-needed mini-vacation to reset and recharge. Just me, my I AM Journal, and a powerful reread of The Laws of Thinking by Bishop E. Bernard Jordan. I read, journaled, relaxed by the pool, soaked up the sun, and nourished my body with good food. That time gave me clarity, and even when life tried to throw challenges at me the moment I returned, my spirit remained grounded. No stress, no setbacks, just forward. These moments of intentional self-care are no longer optional; they’re part of my future-forward behavior. And through it all, claiming my “I AM” remains the foundation of my peace.
About Me
I’m a divorced single mother of four, and like many women, I’ve walked through fire to find my light. Life wasn’t always kind. I struggled to make ends meet, faced judgment for standing in my truth, and endured heartbreak after heartbreak trying to hold onto love that wasn’t meant for me. But I refused to let the naysayers define my “I AM.”
I chose my children over my comfort, sacrificing my wants so they could have the opportunities I never did. And through that sacrifice, blessings began to unfold. Still, the journey wasn’t easy. There were moments I lost focus, felt isolated, and questioned everything. But prayer, meditation, and journaling became my lifeline. The sacred space where I could reflect, heal, and remind myself of who I AM.
Writing down my “I AM” statements gave me clarity, courage, and calm. It became my shield against the bitterness of fake friends and the pain of being misunderstood by even those closest to me. Today, I share my story not as someone who’s figured it all out, but as someone who chose not to give up.
Journaling didn’t just help me survive it taught me to thrive.
