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"Smile if you can, whatever the situation! Maybe you’re dissatisfied, disgruntled, disappointed about certain conditions you’re faced with, that you’ve become so discouraged you feel you are in that- ‘what’s the point’? Syndrome"?

Let me tell you there is still hope. It doesn’t matter how dark the cloud looks. I am telling you- “the sun will shine again for you”.


Highlights
There is always light at the tunnel. It doesn’t matter how dark it looks.

Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.
1Peter 5:7 ESV

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"Have you  ever sat and wondered ‘Will things get better?’ then, yes, they will. Maybe not today, or tomorrow, or even next week. But hang in there because things will work out in the end".

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Jennifer Beckford is the founder of the Nicholas Stewart Project, a loving mother, and a believer in the power of community development and its resilience.

For as long as she can remember, Jennifer has been passionate about helping others. Throughout her adult life, she continues to give her time in the service of helping others, even when, on occasions, it seems impossible!

Jennifer says: “I feel compelled to do at least one voluntary task each week”.


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Nothing is wrong in trying to have high expectations in life. But it must not be done at the expense of others, especially vulnerable people, the normal class of people who are trying hard to make two ends meet.

Because of some people dishonest behavior, unfair things do happen at times. Maybe from your point of view, it’s not fair, but to others it is. Life is complicated, it is not straightforward and you don’t always know all the influence that work against you.

It is good to know that we can control our emotions and thoughts in order to pick ourselves up and keep going - when dealing with disappointment at any level.

Quotable Quotes
“Disappointment to a noble soul is what cold water is to burning metal; it strengthens, tempers, intensifies, but never destroys it.” ~ Eliza Tabor

For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare[a] and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. Jeremiah 29:11 ESV

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Jennifer Beckford is the founder of the Nicholas Stewart Project, a loving mother, and a believer in the power of community development and its resilience.

For as long as she can remember, Jennifer has been passionate about helping others. Throughout her adult life, she continues to give her time in the service of helping others, even when, on occasions, it seems impossible!

Jennifer says: “I feel compelled to do at least one voluntary task each week”.


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In this life we cannot please everybody; as much as we would like to, it is just not possible. My suggestion is this, let us do the best we can, as long as we can, to as many people as we possibly can. Don’t feel guilty when you know you have done your best in the interest of others whether it is for your family, relatives, friends or any other relationship….

My encouragement is- try not run on empty, look after your well-being. We cannot change the world, neither can we change people - no matter how hard we try. People will always be people irrespective of what category they fall. We are all humans, irrespective of race, culture, Faith, beliefs, height /statue. Each category has got similar problems.

Helpful Notes
Holding onto expectations can cause us much harm internally.

To avoid falling into depression and improve our quality of life, we have to look for ways to let go of unreasonably high expectations.

Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!” Exodus 14:14 ESV 

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Jennifer Beckford is the founder of the Nicholas Stewart Project, a loving mother, and a believer in the power of community development and its resilience.

For as long as she can remember, Jennifer has been passionate about helping others. Throughout her adult life, she continues to give her time in the service of helping others, even when, on occasions, it seems impossible!

Jennifer says: “I feel compelled to do at least one voluntary task each week”.


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When you feel overstretch  to get things done-  take a breather, focus on what matters most.
Don't allow anxiety to take control of you, in other words don’t let unfortunate situations take control over your life, or give you sleepless nights…

When you feel overstretch  to get things done-  take a breather, focus on what matters most. 

Think on what makes you happy, what makes it easier to manage or work through the process of this matter. If you have God belief like mine, your faith will encourage you to pray- so pray. I find it works for me …. then allow God to do the rest!

Quotable Quotes:
Discouragement is a natural part of  human nature.

I want you to know that you are not alone

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.
Proverbs 3:5-6 ESV

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Jennifer Beckford is the founder of the Nicholas Stewart Project, a loving mother, and a believer in the power of community development and its resilience.

For as long as she can remember, Jennifer has been passionate about helping others. Throughout her adult life, she continues to give her time in the service of helping others, even when, on occasions, it seems impossible!

Jennifer says: “I feel compelled to do at least one voluntary task each week”.


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' Disappointment is feeling unhappy because someone or something was not as good as you hoped or expected. When we feel unhappy because our hopes and expectations are unfulfilled, we experience a feeling of sadness or disappointment'.

The world we once knew is far way different from what it is today. It is clearly not getting any easier, so as you go from day to day trying to figure out what’s next and how to deal with different disappointments that come your way! Be it known that nothing in this world give us perfect peace during our battle of discouragement and disappointments.

 For long term solution 
I can’t help but emphasizing the importance of Praying always to the living God, He's our only perfect help.

 Whatever you went through last year, it could be worse had it not been for God! 

We are on journey through another calendar year, it is not the end of the journey just yet!! It is another chapter - I call it!

Some of us have been through so much we cannot tell it all- , only God knows how we came out and how we are still continuing on the journey.

It can only be the keeping care of God, through His Holy Spirit and the words of God that will gives us sustenance and perfect peace.

 
Quote:

The Holy Bible says:

Romans 8:28 KJV -  And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.

Be bless

About the host:

Jennifer Beckford is the founder of the Nicholas Stewart Project, a loving mother, and a believer in the power of community development and its resilience.

For as long as she can remember, Jennifer has been passionate about helping others. Throughout her adult life, she continues to give her time in the service of helping others, even when, on occasions, it seems impossible!

Jennifer says: “I feel compelled to do at least one voluntary task each week”.


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About the host:

Jennifer Beckford is the founder of the Nicholas Stewart Project, a loving mother, and a believer in the power of community development and its resilience.

For as long as she can remember, Jennifer has been passionate about helping others. Throughout her adult life, she continues to give her time in the service of helping others, even when, on occasions, it seems impossible!

Jennifer says: “I feel compelled to do at least one voluntary task each week”.


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You are encouraged to persevere and to have determination to complete your assignment regardless, despite the obstacles …  

Affirmation - 
This year will be a better year I will not allow distractions to deter me but I will stay focus to achieve my goals by God’s help  and my determination to succeed.

These are questions we need to answer ourselves for us to move on in in hope-
What shall we say then? Will we allow our circumstances prevail over right judgement in looking after ourselves?
Where are we now? As a People diverse in different ways. We have been through many generations of trials, we have seen and heard of so many struggles of our forefathers.
But guess what?
The struggles are not much different from past generations…  But we are more tolerant and advanced in some ways. Where are we now- from that era how much has changed? Yes, we do still struggle with all sorts of situations.

Can we boldly say we are in a better place, position of life. What are the same? How are our experiences different from the years gone by? We have seen positive changes and some negative… let me ask this question to you and myself- Where are you/am I? As an individual, a person, maybe you’re a mother, father, sibling, relatives, or friend, whatever category - the point is, whatever is your title or role ... where are you at this point in your life?
Whatever maybe your disappointment - refer to it as setback or pause … all things work together for good even it does not look bright now.
Do not give up on your dreams and aspirations!! Never stop trying despite how gloomy it may look.

Bible Quotes
May you be strengthened with all power, according to his glorious might, for all endurance and patience with joy, 12 Giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in light. 13 He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved Son,
Colossians 1:11-13 (ESV)

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.
Galatians 5:22-23 ESV

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Jennifer Beckford is the founder of the Nicholas Stewart Project, a loving mother, and a believer in the power of community development and its resilience.

For as long as she can remember, Jennifer has been passionate about helping others. Throughout her adult life, she continues to give her time in the service of helping others, even when, on occasions, it seems impossible!

Jennifer says: “I feel compelled to do at least one voluntary task each week”.


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Difficulties strengthen the mind, as labor does the body.
You may cry and scream and even stomp your feet and shout.. 'You know what?  I feel like giving up, I don't care'! You then go to bed and you wake up and it's a brand new day, it allows you to pick yourself up again!
We are here  because of new mercies. No matter how we are feeling - we can give thanks and appreciate life…
 
You are encouraged to arise out of - "I don’t feel well; I don’t know what next to do"! 

Quotable Quotes:
The difficulties in life never stop but we can learn to be resilient and successful in our journey of life. 

Arise to overcome your challenges, 

Whatever cause you to cry from within? whatever is your situation this day - arise out of despair

Speak your day in authority, believing, hoping, trust in God for renewed strength

 Look to God for comfort to arise for the day's challenge

Be encouraged -there is still hope

You can overcome, press on my friends, 

Push until your find strength, you just need to push! 


About the host:

Jennifer Beckford is a loving mother, founder, and believer in the power of community.
 For as long as she can remember, Jennifer has been passionate about helping others. Throughout her adult life Jennifer continues to give her time in the service of others, even when, on occasions, it seems impossible!

Jennifer says: “I feel compelled to do at least one voluntary task each week”.

Since the tragic passing of Jennifer’s son Nicholas, although difficult in terms of physical strength, Jennifer continues to dedicate herself to supporting the community and helping others.

The Nicholas Stewart Project is a charity that supports young people and their families. With the help and support of local organizations, charities, and friends, the NSP has been involved in organizing events and educational activities for children and young people, working within local communities in London since 2015.

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About the host:

Jennifer Beckford is the founder of the Nicholas Stewart Project, a loving mother, and a believer in the power of community development and its resilience.

For as long as she can remember, Jennifer has been passionate about helping others. Throughout her adult life, she continues to give her time in the service of helping others, even when, on occasions, it seems impossible!

Jennifer says: “I feel compelled to do at least one voluntary task each week”.


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Look at where you are now, what are your thoughts? Are you thinking what could have been, or would have been?

Is it worth it to get depressed about things out of your control, or opportunities you have missed, what you have walked away from just for peace of mind- although it’s a difficult decision?

Some people give up so easily on their dreams. When things do not go as they expect or planned, their prayers go unanswered for a long time, you find people often murmur and complain. But it is in such a situation, you need a fighting spirit and firmness of purpose, this is so essential. Even in the midst of adversity, hold firmly to God’s promises. Claim blessings, with a fervent desire in the spirit; and God will come through for you.

Quotable Quotes:
Forgiveness is key for a settled peace and lowers the blood pressure and settles the heart. I say to you- be encouraged, speak to yourself as I always say!

There is hope even in very hard times or situations.


About the host:

Jennifer Beckford is a loving mother, founder, and believer in the power of community.
For as long as she can remember, Jennifer has been passionate about helping others. Throughout her adult life Jennifer continues to give her time in the service of others, even when, on occasions, it seems impossible!

Jennifer says: “I feel compelled to do at least one voluntary task each week”.

Since the tragic passing of Jennifer’s son Nicholas, although difficult in terms of physical strength, Jennifer continues to dedicate herself to supporting the community and helping others.

The Nicholas Stewart Project is a charity that supports young people and their families. With the help and support of local organizations, charities, and friends, the NSP has been involved in organizing events and educational activities for children and young people, working within local communities in London since 2015.

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About the host:

Jennifer Beckford is the founder of the Nicholas Stewart Project, a loving mother, and a believer in the power of community development and its resilience.

For as long as she can remember, Jennifer has been passionate about helping others. Throughout her adult life, she continues to give her time in the service of helping others, even when, on occasions, it seems impossible!

Jennifer says: “I feel compelled to do at least one voluntary task each week”.


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Move from inferior mindset, let nobody tell you that you cannot achieve what you would like to do to progress in life; you have to tell yourself you can!

First, overcome your fears and emotions by replacing them with positive affirmations - I can do this, I will challenge this! It is crucial you use positive language to yourself and others. 

“If you haven't confidence in self, you are twice defeated in the race of life. With confidence, you have won even before you have started.”
― Marcus Garvey

 
We can be torn by so many things that want to control our very existence, to enslave us, to keep us trapped from having a wonderful lifestyle.

It now becomes a battle in the mind… there’s always a battle … let me tell you- loose yourself today from mental slavery!

 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things

Philippians 4:8 ESV

About the host:

Jennifer Beckford is a loving mother, founder, and believer in the power of community.
 For as long as she can remember, Jennifer has been passionate about helping others. Throughout her adult life Jennifer continues to give her time in the service of others, even when, on occasions, it seems impossible!

Jennifer says: “I feel compelled to do at least one voluntary task each week”.

Since the tragic passing of Jennifer’s son Nicholas, although difficult in terms of physical strength, Jennifer continues to dedicate herself to supporting the community and helping others.

The Nicholas Stewart Project is a charity that supports young people and their families. With the help and support of local organizations, charities, and friends, the NSP has been involved in organizing events and educational activities for children and young people, working within local communities in London since 2015.

Follow us:
Facebook: @nicholasstewartproject
LinkedIn: The Nicholas Stewart Project
Instagram: @_thensp

About the host:

Jennifer Beckford is the founder of the Nicholas Stewart Project, a loving mother, and a believer in the power of community development and its resilience.

For as long as she can remember, Jennifer has been passionate about helping others. Throughout her adult life, she continues to give her time in the service of helping others, even when, on occasions, it seems impossible!

Jennifer says: “I feel compelled to do at least one voluntary task each week”.


Follow us:
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