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Consecration in the Chrysalis – Signed Copy
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Hey, y'all. I have bad news. I have been FAILING w

Hey, y'all. I have bad news.
I have been FAILING when it comes to loving ME.

The good news is, my eyes have been opened to that truth and I am now taking steps to correct that.

There are common misconceptions when it comes to the topic of #SelfLove. Many think it's #selfish or #narcissistic.

You guys...It's NOT. It's necessary. And it is #biblical.
God says we are to love our neighbor as we love ourselves. That means you can only love another to the degree to which you love yourself!

Could it be one major reason we have so much hate in the world and so many failed marriages and relationships is because we do not love ourselves as we should and therefore are incapable of showing proper love to others? Yes! I think that's it!

Joining me today for the Season 1 finale of #TheBirthingHopePodcast is my guest @denisejmeggett of @encouragingwordsbydenise. That’s her in the pic! She is a Certified Personal Trainer and Holistic Consultant. She is an author, speaker and founder of Spectrum Wellness Co. where she encourages restoration of wholeness in the lives of women through physical wellness. And having lost over 100 pounds after grappling with #selfhate and #insecurity, she is well-versed in the topic of Self-Love.

You know, the journey to Self-Love is paved in #Healing. Your healing can begin by simply visiting @birthinghopeofficial click the #linkinbio and joining us as we discuss "The Hope in Loving YOU." 🦋

Believing in your voice and personal power; becomi

Believing in your voice and personal power; becoming who you’re designed to become, and holding on to hope in the midst of adversity and trials are necessary for a woman to make a positive impact and birth greatness into this world.
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These 3 titles will help you do just that! Invest in yourself! Invest in your power; invest in your transformation; invest in your hope!
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Visit Donloyn.com/books TODAY! #donloyn #donloynleduffgadson #books #writersofinstagram #authorsofinstagram #personaldevelopment #believebecomebirth

Still processing. She looks like me...🦋 #kamala

Still processing. She looks like me...🦋
#kamalaharris #bidenharris2020 #shelookslikeme

Yesterday, November 1st, was National Author’s D

Yesterday, November 1st, was National Author’s Day! And today is the 4th birthday of my first book “The Belief in Wings!”
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God has blessed me to write 3 books in 4 years. That feels like a cause for celebration!
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Hmmm...this is November. The month of giving and gratitude.
AHA! I think a Giveaway may be in order! Stay tuned for details so you don’t miss out!
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http://Donloyn.com/books

Earlier today, I shared a blog post entitled "Reac

Earlier today, I shared a blog post entitled "Reaching Out: Why is is so hard?" In this post, I outline the habit of being supportive of and giving to others to the detriment of self. The cycle of making yourself available to others while neglecting to ask for help when you need it is a direct attack against healthy personal boundaries.

In her latest book entitled "Drawing Your Line: Setting Boundaries Step by Step," life coach, author, speaker and founder of @precipicelifecoaching, Dawn Koufakis-Basel outlines some "Common Boundary Busters." According to Dawn, Boundary Busters are "people we run into in our lives who challenge our boundaries."

Sometimes, we are our own Boundary Busters. For example, Dawn lists one Boundary Buster as the "Selfless Lover." The Selfless Lover is one who is "willing to sacrifice self for the one/ones they love. They give themselves away and expect or demand little in return. Often feels resentful."

SOUND FAMILIAR?!!!

Yes, thinking that you must be the go-to person for others yet struggling to reach out for help in your own times of need is characteristic of a Boundary Buster.

But I have great news...Dawn is going to be my guest next week on The @birthinghopeofficial Podcast, and she is going help us all sharpen our pencils so we can begin Drawing Healthy Lines!

If you are as excited as I am, then I encourage you to go Amazon and get a copy of her book NOW!
Dawn also offers a 2-part virtual class entitled "Creating Healthy Boundaries 101 for Women." Her next class will begin on Wednesday, November 4th. Dates for the December session will be announced soon, so follow her for details and updates!

I reached out to a very close friend via text rece

I reached out to a very close friend via text recently. It took me 3 days of debating before I finally texted her. And even after I had constructed the message, it took me several minutes to actually click send.

The text went like this...
"Hey ________. I'm sorry to intrude on your Saturday. I have a very hard time reaching out. So just sending this is a big deal. But I really need a friend right now."

Sad, right? That was a whole paragraph dedicated to explaining and apologizing before I even got to the point. And she's not just any friend...she's a close friend.

Reaching out to ask for help can be so hard. But why?

Today on the blog, I share 3 things that could be contributing.
Is this an issue for you? If so, what are your reasons? Lets talk about it. 🦋 #linkinbio #reachingout #askingforhelp #vulnerability #icandohardthings #askforhelp

Hey Beautiful Butterfly, You know all that pain,

Hey Beautiful Butterfly,

You know all that pain, grief and disappointment you’ve encountered?

It doesn’t have to kill your voice or hamper your creativity. It can all be used to craft a beautiful narrative...to create a remarkable work of art.

All you have to do is allow your pain to fuel your passion and purpose.

That pain qualifies you.
That pain credentials you.
That pain teaches, shapes and trains you.
That pain gives you a level of expertise.
That pain offers an opportunity to connect with others in a way that fosters relationship and trust.
That pain is your badge of honor. A battle scar. A symbol of a well-fought war.
That pain is the birthplace of inspiration and healing.
That pain adds depth and richness to the power of your voice.

What beauty could you design with all the hurt you’ve endured if you would only decide to release it intentionally and creatively?

I encourage you today...don’t hold on to that pain. Instead, use it. Use it to make a masterpiece that will impact the lives of others for years to come.

🦋 Donloyn

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Hey Y'all!!! I'd like to invite you to checkout Ep

Hey Y'all!!! I'd like to invite you to checkout Episode 6 of The @birthinghopeofficial Podcast!

We are all storytellers. Our lives are works of art, and each new day is a blank canvas set before us. So we ought to be more intentional about the narratives and masterpieces we create. When done with intentionality, the way in which we share our voices and stories reveals the heart. It is beautiful. It is healing. And it is hard. But we can do hard things. We can do HEART things!

In today's conversation, I am joined by master storyteller, artist and photographer, Dana Suttile Klein of @photosbydanaklein and @portraitsbydana.
Dana's hope-filled approach to the art of storytelling will inspire you to make your own life a work of heART.

Join us as we discuss #HopeToDoTheHEARTThings #TheArtOfStorytelling #visualimagery #tellyourstory #thebirthinghopepodcast #hope #createyourbesthopefilledlife #applepodcasts #podcastaddict #spotify

Sharing voice is hard. It requires courage, vulne

Sharing voice is hard.
It requires courage, vulnerability, and a creative authenticity.
And those of us committed to sharing stories show up intentionally.
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And yet, despite our best efforts, sometimes our voices go unheard. Sometimes we find ourselves screaming desperately into the darkness.
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"Are you listening?"🗣 "Can you hear me?"🗣 "I have something to say?"
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When our voices and stories go unheard, it is frustrating. It brings on feelings of defeat. It silences us. And before long, we're ready to withdraw and flat-out quit.
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I have felt this way.
In fact, I am currently feeling this way.
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But I know that we cannot quit. I cannot quit.
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Voice, in all its beautiful expressions, must be nurtured and encouraged. There are so many inspiring stories that need to be told. So many amazing voices that need to be heard.
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My voice is one of them. And so is yours.
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Has there ever been a time when you felt completely unheard? Like your story and voice weren't important?
Share. Let's talk about it.
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#Voice #TheNeedToBeHeard #Unheard #ReadyToQuit #CanYouHearMe #AreYouListening #DontQuit

What a great and inspiring time in the @birthingho

What a great and inspiring time in the @birthinghopeofficial studio today! Episode #6, featuring Dana Klein of @photosbydanaklein and @portraitsbydana, is going to be wonderful. Tune in Wednesday October 21 to be a part of the conversation! #TheBirthingHopePodcast #BirthingHope #ApplePodcasts #Spotify #PodcastAddict

Happy International Day of the Girl Child! This ye

Happy International Day of the Girl Child!
This year's theme: "My Voice, Our Equal Future!"

Inspire and encourage Voice in a girl today!
Remind her to believe in the strength and ability of her wings!
She possesses the power create worlds and change the future!

https://www.amazon.com/Belief-Wings-Evolving-Self-doubt-Personal/dp/0998295205 #voice #internationaldayofthegirlchild #thebeliefinwings

Have I told y’all lately how passionate I am abo

Have I told y’all lately how passionate I am about Voice! And I love everything that encourages it...especially in women and girls.

The following quote is one of the many “voice gems” dropped in the movie “Enola Holmes.”

This movie is an excellent representation of Voice, Courage, and Personal Power. A movie that prompts girls and women alike to chart their own paths and Believe in their Wings. Because, after all, “the future is up to us.”

Sunday, October 11th is International Day of The Girl.
This year’s theme:
“My voice, our equal future.”

This movie is perfect for this International Day of The Girl weekend! Watch it with the special girls and women in your lives.

And remember to support, encourage, demonstrate, and advocate for the voice, courage and power of a girl every chance you get!

#InternationalDayOfTheGirl2020 #TheBeliefInWings #EnolaHolmes #VOICE

We all have an inherent need to be heard. However,

We all have an inherent need to be heard. However, we don't always know how to best communicate the messages that our hearts want to speak.

Sharing Voice is not easy. And when we are silenced, fear and doubt settle in, and it becomes even harder.

But you can do hard things! You can find the words. You can unlock the Power inside, and it all begins with Voice.

What is your heart attempting to say? What feelings are you trying to articulate? What stories and truths do you need to tell?

Please enjoy this excerpt from my first book, "The Belief in Wings."
If you struggle with fear, doubt, voice, courage and/or personal power, then I encourage you to invest in a copy.

The time of silence is done. It is time to realize the power you possess. It is time for "The Belief in Wings."

#TheBeliefInWings #Voice #Courage #Power #amazonbooks #BarnesAndNoble

Yesterday, I created a post about art, voice and b

Yesterday, I created a post about art, voice and being a storyteller. Earlier today, I read that post and noticed a typo. Twice, I attempted to write “I am A storyteller,” but instead wrote, “I am Storyteller.” Typos are my pet peeve. So, I clicked edit and added the “a.” But then I started thinking...🤔 Maybe that wasn’t a “typo” at all. Maybe it was supposed to be stated in that manner. “I am Storyteller” carries a confidence, power, and authority that the “a” seems to disrupt. And so, I decided to roll with it. Being a storyteller—a passionate sharer of voice—is a major part of my identity. And I want people to know me as such. Like if we lived in a village, my people would say, “Go see Storyteller! Only she can help you with that.” I like that! 🦋 If we lived in a village, what would you want to be known for? Are you a dancer? A singer? An artist? What? How would you want the people to identify you? Tell me! #storyteller #voice #identity #IAmStoryteller #HearMyVoice

As much as I love words, sometimes they escape me.

As much as I love words, sometimes they escape me. Or perhaps they know there are certain emotions that even they cannot convey.

The last few days, I’ve been feeling like I need a break...a mental, emotional and spiritual vacation and reset.

When I feel this way, it’s generally a call to draw.
Did you know that #Art calls? When it calls me, I have to answer.

Art communicates without #words. I find that liberating. It provides #freedom—freedom of expression as the artist...freedom of interpretation as the viewer.

Art, for me, is fresh air. It’s clean, pure, and breathable. You don’t worry about rules or parameters. There is no filter. No pressure to perform or live up to any standard. It’s just me, being one with #God...sharing stories...allowing the #images to whisper, speak, shout or sing. It’s giving my mind a rest as the creation advocates and speaks for me.

I am storyteller. Telling #stories requires Voice. I love #Voice. It is beautiful and multifaceted. It has many forms. Art is simply one of them. And art tells stories so well.

I am Storyteller.
Everyday, no matter the medium, I choose Voice.
Today...I choose Voice through Art. #chooseVoice #chooseArt

Great day with my hubby and our crew today! Picnic

Great day with my hubby and our crew today! Picnic, frisbee and a walk on the pier. One of my son’s was missing, though...work 😏 #family #blessed #wife #momof8 #bigfamilylife

Early this afternoon, I made a decision. Or, at le

Early this afternoon, I made a decision. Or, at least, I attempted to. Here’s the story: I have stacks—like, real stacks—of @oprahmagazine that date back several years...SEVERAL! I decided to sift through this particular pile that has taken up residence in my office. I had every intention of #decluttering and #removing things that no longer serve me. It was my effort to free up some space in my creative zone. “You may only keep one year’s worth of #Omagazine,” is what I said to myself. I pushed the envelope a little by keeping everything back to September 2019...what’s one extra month, right? But then, y’all, I found myself standing in a massive puddle of #inspiration. Creative expression and all its #words, #images and #colors surrounded me. Titles and headings and phrases seemed to reach up towards me, begging to stay. I turned to my husband. “How can I get rid of this! It seems so wrong. I need a storage bin.” So that’s where I am...resolving to be a pack rat of O mags. But in my defense, if you’re going to hoard anything, shouldn’t it be inspiration? And I was, indeed, inspired! I rose from this heap of voice and permission with a few fresh moves to explore and implement. And this Butterfly Girl even received some sweet confirmation (see last pic)! #boldmoves I know one day I’ll need to let these magazines go...but, today ain’t that day!

I’m huge proponent of voice. Recently, I’ve be

I’m huge proponent of voice. Recently, I’ve been thinking a lot about our voices...specifically about our lives and the stories they tell.
Even our bodies tell stories.

My body tells an amazing tale.
Every extra pound...
Every wrinkle...
Every fine line...
Every stretch mark...
Every rumple...
Every scar...
Every freckle...
Every discoloration...
Every hair...silver and black...
All of these things share my stories of love, happiness, sadness, and hurt.
My smile lines create a comedy.
My frown lines weave a horror.
My abdominal wall injuries craft a heroic journey of life and birth.
My broken veins...a documentary.
My old scars...a memoir.

I just wrapped up my birthday celebration.
I welcome 48.
I’m thankful for the collection of stories my body tells.
And I look forward to the new ones to come.
#ThisIs48

Hey, Beautiful Butterflies!!! As most of you know,

Hey, Beautiful Butterflies!!! As most of you know, not only am I an #author and #artist, but I am also the #founder and #creator of Birthing Hope! Today, I was in the #BirthingHope Studio recording podcast episode 5 with @roshdeniece, owner of Salon Lavish and voice behind the new movement #Fight2Win! This episode will release Wednesday, October 7th...you do not want to miss it!! #thebirthinghopepodcast if you have not already, follow me over there also at: @birthinghopeofficial

Are you enjoying your copy of #CatchingFireflies?

Are you enjoying your copy of #CatchingFireflies?
Then, Give Me Some Glimmer!
Head over to Amazon to leave a review.
I want to know what you think! I need your stars!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #bookreview #newrelease

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