In this episode, Mariam delves into the transformative power of self-reflection, sharing her personal journey of self-discovery. She discusses how this practice has not only allowed her to gain a deeper understanding of herself but has also clarified her core values and positively impacted her relationships with herself and those in her life.

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As someone who has experienced or struggled with depression and anxiety, I know firsthand how challenging it can be to defeat negative thoughts and emotions. The battle that goes on in our mind is an ongoing one, there is no point in perfection when it comes to the mind, We have to keep working on our self-awareness in others to overcome this mental battle.

We must first recognize and acknowledge our negative thought patterns to win the battle of the mind. Be open to seeking support when you need it. This can involve seeking support from a counsellor, therapist, or trusted loved ones, practising mindfulness, and actively challenging negative thoughts when they arise.

A few ways you challenge negative thoughts when they arise are having a safe word. For me, it is " I am at peace".The feeling of peace gives me hope and helps me calm down when I am triggered or when the negative thoughts in my mind are about to become uncontrollable.

Daily gratitude, and affirmations that apply to you, hence why I encourage you to write your positive affirmation.

Journaling is a big one for me, it allows me to pour out my mind and reflect on them later. Need help finding a journal that applies to your needs? Download my free PDF journal guide here.

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It's important to remember that winning the battle of the mind is not a one-time achievement. It is a continuous process that requires patience, persistence, and self-compassion. But with time and practice, we can overcome the mental debates that go on in our minds.

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While there are certainly benefits to sharing our experiences with others, oversharing can also have negative consequences. Aside from making others feel uncomfortable, who are you sharing with? What's your motive? do they have the emotional maturity to process what you are sharing?

So, how can we avoid oversharing? One strategy is to pause and think before we share. Ask yourself: is this something I would feel comfortable sharing with this person? how does sharing help me? Is it relevant to the conversation or context? Will it make someone else uncomfortable or put them in an awkward position?

Another strategy is to set boundaries for yourself. Decide how much personal information you're comfortable sharing ahead of time, and stick to those boundaries. Remember that you don't have to share everything with everyone, and it's okay to keep some things private.

Oversharing can have negative consequences for both ourselves and others. By being mindful of what we share and setting boundaries for ourselves, we can avoid the pitfalls of oversharing , putting ourselves in toxic situations or relationships.

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How do you deal with fear? I have noticed that it’s a luring spirit to be precise. What do we do when we feel lured into something that doesn’t suit the purpose of God in our life? I’d love to hear from you.

It's important to note patterns in our lives. Not all patterns are negative or toxic, some are positive and can be improved upon. But the real question is how do we deal with awful and draining patterns in our lives?

Generation patterns can shape our behaviour, attitude towards life, religious beliefs and so on. These are a few of what I have implemented in my personal live.

Awareness-Be intentional about what you've noticed, write it down if you can. Be conscious of what's happening, when and how it happens.

Pray- Now you know, pray for the wisdom and knowledge to work through this.

Correct and Unlearn where needed.

Boundaries-Sometimes putting a boundary to protect yourself, respect and love yourself might be a step towards breaking certain patterns.

I'd love to hear back from you. What patterns have you noticed, and how are you dealing with what you have noticed? please share with us.

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In this episode, Mariam talks about daily life challenges, feeling unfulfilled and the trials amidst of trials, please hang in there. You haven't come this far to give up now.