This is a quick reminder of something that I share in my workshops: you can pivot in life whenever you want to.

I really mean that.

You don't have to let others put you in a box. And if you're the one putting yourself in a box, you have the power to break out.

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• Read on the blog: https://blog.vannesiadarby.com/your-future-looks-amazing
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When I started making YouTube videos, I didn't have a camera. I grabbed my iPhone 6 (yes, an iPhone 6!), used the rear camera, and sat on the floor of my apartment living room in front of a window (no ring light either!). I edited it on iMovie and uploaded it.

Did I ever go viral? Never. Do I have millions of subscribers? Nope! But I learned the importance of just STARTING and USING what I had instead of wishing I was somewhere else.

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• Read on the blog: https://blog.vannesiadarby.com/believe-in-your-selfie
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Today, I'm excited to introduce someone who truly makes others feel seen and heard: Jamila Jones, a licensed clinical professional counselor and founder of Reclaiming Minds Therapy and Wellness. I'm so grateful to close out Mental Health Awareness Month with Jamila's message bringing awareness along with tools and solutions. Join us as Jamila shares her insights and expertise on the unique challenges faced by BIPOC women in the workplace along with ways to properly recognize and address burnout.

Helpful Links:

• Read on the blog: https://blog.vannesiadarby.com/how-burnout-manifests-in-bipoc-women-in-the-workplace
• Join the Speak Life Newsletter: vannesiadarby.com/subscribe

Connect with Jamila Jones, LCPC:

• Instagram: @jjoneslcpc and @reclaimingmindstherapy
• Facebook: Reclaiming Minds Therapy and Wellness
• Website: reclaimingmindstherapy.com

As a culture that has boss-babed itself into a soft-girl era, today's message is all about finding peace beyond the hustle. These jobs and priorities can really get a lot of our attention, and this is a reminder to focus on ourselves, our minds, and our wellness.

I'm excited to welcome one of my friends, a wellness buff, a fellow music lover, and a creative strategist and consultant, Tanisha Mickel. Her message really resonates with me and so many. I hope you enjoy it!

Helpful Links:

• Read on the blog: https://blog.vannesiadarby.com/finding-peace-beyond-the-hustle-feat-tanisha-mickel
• Join the Speak Life Newsletter: vannesiadarby.com/subscribe

Connect with Tanisha Mickel:

• Website: tanishamickel.com
• Social: @tanishamickel

Today, we have a heartfelt story from my freshman college roomie, Coley. She's a dedicated blogger, Millennial wife, and mom of three. Coley's story documents her journey through the daily juggle of work, family, and self-care. Her story underscores the importance of prioritizing mental health and advocating for your ever-changing needs - including motherhood.

Helpful Links:

• Read on the blog: https://blog.vannesiadarby.com/find-your-best-fit-mental-health-for-mamas
• Join the Speak Life Newsletter: vannesiadarby.com/subscribe

Connect with Coley:

• Instagram: instagram.com/coleys.table
• Blog: coleys-table.com

As we celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month this month, I welcome a couple of different authors and perspectives to the blog. These people have been impactful along my journey, and I hope their wisdom will benefit you in various ways.

First, we have my fellow blogger and friend Sheena Steward, or "Stew." She is known for her vulnerability and honesty, which are evident in her Truth Tuesday blog, where she documents and shares her imperfections. I first met Sheena during a blogger meetup in Nashville, and I have loved her content since then! Check out her story.

Helpful Links:

• Read on the blog: https://blog.vannesiadarby.com/how-to-evolve-through-therapy-sheena-steward
• Join the Speak Life Newsletter: vannesiadarby.com/subscribe

Connect with Sheena Steward:

• Truthfully Stew Website: truthfullystew.com
• Sheena Steward on Instagram: @sheena_steward

I've had to remind myself to take my time. If God is not rushing, then let's follow His lead. Certain goals may take more research, development, strategy, support, time, and, of course, grace. Discernment will let us know when we are doing too much or moving too quickly. And we aren't just moving to move, but we are moving with purpose.

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• Read on the blog: https://blog.vannesiadarby.com/move-with-purpose
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Even if it may feel insignificant, I encourage you to document your process, story, and journey. Some of these pages are meant for your eyes and will never see the light of day. Journaling is an investment in yourself and the future YOU may be grateful to look back on those prayers, thoughts, and moments to glean and celebrate.

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• Read on the blog: https://blog.vannesiadarby.com/document-the-process
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All of our journeys will look different, making our story unique and worth telling. It may inspire others not necessarily as a blueprint for their own but as a source of courage and validation for their own unique paths. Of all the stories we are a part of and all the stories we get to tell, always come back to tell your own.

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• Read on the blog: https://blog.vannesiadarby.com/the-greatest-story-we-get-to-tell
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Look, if you're a high performer (which I believe you are because you're here!), believe that your skills are transferable and that you are a hot commodity. It's much less costly for employers to keep you than to train someone else. There's no rush to quit (other than the attempt to relieve your internal pressure).

Helpful Links:

• Read on the blog: https://blog.vannesiadarby.com/heres-how-to-quit-your-job
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