You don’t have to chase purpose. You just have to recognize it.

So many people are exhausted trying to “find” something that’s been inside of them the entire time. In this episode, I break down how purpose isn’t something you search for—it’s something that awakens in you when you’re finally ready to walk in it.

God doesn’t hide purpose. He reveals it. Just like He did with Mary, Moses, and David, He’ll meet you exactly where you are. But if you keep overlooking the signs, you’ll stay frustrated wondering why it hasn’t shown up yet.

💡 Today’s conversation will help you stop striving, start listening, and walk confidently in what God already placed within you.

Sometimes God allows you to cross paths with reminders of just how far you’ve come. Recently I ran into an old associate who was surprised to see me still active in the industry after all these years. That moment made me pause because it showed me how God has carried me through the seasons when life was heavy and still kept my dreams in front of me.

In this car chat, tea in hand, I share how I am rewriting my book Mentality Makeover from a stronger and more authentic place because I have lived my own transformation. This conversation is about faith, perspective, and the power of choosing to see the glass half full even when two truths can exist at the same time.

If you are in a season of rebuilding your mindset or you just need a reminder that God and growth can walk hand in hand, this episode is for you.

In this episode, I share how proud I am of my personal growth and transformation into the best version of myself. I talk about the power of having the right community, why gratitude fuels the journey, and how dropping gems can inspire others to keep chasing their purpose. If you’re on your own path of self-development, faith, and leveling up, this one’s for you.

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Have you ever felt like God was forcing you to pivot, cutting ties, shifting your circle, and pulling you out of places that no longer serve your purpose? That’s the season I’m in, and it hit me out of nowhere.

In this episode I’m talking about the weight of loyalty, the pain of outgrowing friendships, and how to set boundaries without guilt when God is pulling you higher. I’m not sugarcoating it. This is me being real about what it feels like when life changes without warning.

This isn’t just my story. It’s a blueprint for anybody who’s wrestling with losing people while chasing purpose. By the end you’ll see why those shifts happen, how to protect your peace, and how to walk boldly into alignment with what God is calling you to do.

If this episode hits home, share it with somebody who needs to hear it right now.

Feeling like going back to a 9 to 5 means you failed? You’re not alone. In this episode of Elevation Talks, I show you why it can be alignment, not a setback.
I unpack Denzel Washington’s reminder that motion is not progress, Tabitha Brown’s hard truth about execution, and how your job can actually fund your dream if you approach it the right way. By the end, you’ll know how to turn your 9 to 5 into a setup, not a setback, and walk away with clarity to move forward in purpose. I’m Naye the Gem Droppa, The Plug for execution, and I’m here to help you stop running in place and start progressing. If this episode speaks to you, share it with a fellow dream chaser and tag me @nayethegemdroppa so we can keep elevating together.

Sometimes you just gotta talk to God and give it to God!

Offset said don’t get married… but here’s the thing... marriage ain’t the problem. Lying to yourself is.

In this episode I get real about love ❤️ the mistakes I made 😔 and how not being honest with myself almost had me in a broken marriage 💔. This isn’t about blaming marriage, it’s about checking yourself first ✨ because if you’re not transparent with you, you’ll never show up right for somebody else.

We’re talking cycles 🔄 accountability 🙌🏾 and what it really looks like when love gets tough 🥵. No filters, no frontin, just a real conversation that might save you from a whole lot of pain.

💎 Tap in and share this with somebody who needs to hear the truth about love before they jump into marriage.

📲 Follow me on IG: @nayeliggines + @elevationtalkswithnaye

If you've ever opened your inbox to another "we've decided to move forward" email, you know that sting. Rejection after rejection wears you down and makes you question yourself until imposter syndrome starts whispering that maybe you're not enough.

In this episode I get real about the weight of being overlooked and the freedom that comes when you stop waiting for their yes and start telling yourself yes. The moment you choose yourself and create your own opportunities, the right doors begin to open. Rejection doesn't shrink your value, it proves your value is too big to fit.

n this episode of Elevation Talks, I’m diving into Shedeur Sanders’ unexpected fall in the 2025 NFL Draft — from a projected first-round pick to #144 in the fifth round — and how he stood ten toes down in faith.

They tried to humble him. But God still elevated him.

This episode isn’t just about football. It’s about what to do when people try to teach you a lesson, but God has you on assignment. When the platform doesn’t show up how you imagined, but your purpose is still intact.

🔥 If you’ve ever felt delayed, overlooked, or dismissed — this one’s for you.

📘 Mentioned in this episode:
→ Read my book Finding Your Exit Door – for anyone who feels stuck in a season God never told you to stay in:
👉 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/finding-your-exit-door-naye-liggines/1146702715

💪 Need help walking boldly in your calling?
→ Take my class Unshakable Confidence – a mindset shift for dreamers, creatives, and Kingdom executors:
👉 https://nayeliggines.gumroad.com/l/unshakableconfidence

✨ Subscribe, review, and share this with someone who needs a reminder: God don’t miss — even when the world tries to delay you.

In this episode of Elevation Talks, Naye the Gem Dropper and Sandé (aka The Virtuous Vanity) break down Coco Jones’ explosive Breakfast Club interview — including Charlamagne’s takedown of Def Jam, DJ Envy’s walkout, and what it reveals about industry politics.

We go deep into Coco's journey from Disney to viral sensation, and how platforms like TikTok and The Terrell Show helped resurrect her career. Plus, what it really means to evolve from a child star to a grown artist in today’s music landscape.

What You'll Hear:

• 🎙️ The Breakfast Club controversy dissected

• 🚪 Why DJ Envy walked out

• 🏷️ The mishandling of artists by major labels like Def Jam

• 🎭 Coco’s transformation from Disney darling to powerhouse vocalist

• 📱 The role of TikTok and YouTube in her comeback

Hosts: Naye the Gem Dropper & Sandé
Follow: @nayethegemdroppa x @TheVirtuousVanity
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