True Identity

When I tell people I am writing a book, I'm asked two questions: What is your book called? What is your book about?

In this episode, I answer these questions. I share the story behind writing the book in the first place. It was never a goal or dream of mine to write a book. Never saw never. God gave me this opportunity and I refused at first. He was gracious enough to give me second and third chances but after 2 months of refusing, he gave me an ultimatum that I couldn't refuse anymore.   A brief overview of the book:

• I share my religious background and beliefs growing up
• I share my radical transformation with the Holy Spirit
• The person in my life who has influenced me even with her being gone
• My personal experiences with seeing angels, encountering demons, visions, dreams, hearing God's voice, spiritual gifts
• What the Bible says about the Holy Spirit

I may be biased, but there are a lot of great stories in this book! You must read it. And I had Ha

I have a matchmaker. You know, like the movie "Hitch"? Yeah, that's my life. And I have my dad to thank. Thank you Dad! I share how this all came about and how he got involved. You will be entertained I'll tell you that much. I still laugh about it.

It's been a year and I've learned many valuable lessons that I want to share with you. There have been many laughs, but also disappointment. Spoiler alert... I haven't been on a single date. Yep, that's right. It's been a year and nothing. This could be discouraging, but I am taking away many lessons. 

If you want to learn more about what a matchmaker is and what the process looks like, I interviewed a matchmaker in a previous episode. Click here to listen to that episode. 

On the previous episode, I interviewed my friend Jessica Dahl who is the founder of Your Whole Purpose. She put on the Whole Leader Retreat, which I had the pleasure of attending here in Southern CA.

Takeaways:

• Surrounded by like-minded women wanting to change the world!
  • New friends to collaborate with
• Beautiful peaceful place
• Healthy food
• Yoga
• Workshops
  • Identity
  • How to find rest and rejuvenate
  • Letting go of the past, focusing on the present, speaking vision into our future
• Intentional conversations
• Do a monthly check in with yourself

If you are interested in learning more about what Jess does or be on the list for the next retreat, go to yourwholepurpose.com and leave her a message! Make sure to follow Jess on instagram @jessdahl_

Also pick up her book “Lead your whole life: how cultivating wholeness transforms the way we live and lead” available on Amazon and her website http://www.yourwholepurpose.com/books

Speaking of books...mine will be available NEXT MONTH! March 2020! To join the book launch team go to nikkiromani.com/booklaunch

Make sure to follow me on instagram for updates about the book!

This is an interview with holistic wellness and life coach Jessica Dahl. She shares how she got into this space (she never set out to do so...). She shares all that she is doing now from one on one coaching, wellness coaching, leader retreats, author of a book, and so much more! No wonder she and I are friends. 

Jess is leading an upcoming retreat in Southern California in the wine country of Temecula January 2020. What a great way to start the new year! I'll be there and she has a couple more spots! If you are interested in learning more about this retreat click here or visit http://www.yourwholepurpose.com/ and click the "Whole Leader Retreat" tab.

Make sure to listen all the way to the end of the episode to hear how we met- it's pretty funny and it has to do with Instagram.

To purchase Jess' amazing book go to http://www.yourwholepurpose.com/books 

Christmas is coming and this book would be the perfect gift! Her book can also be found on Amazon 

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Why is it important to have someone speak into your life?

Why is it important to have someone to bounce ideas off of?

They will push you to be better. They can be a sounding board. They can help you make decisions by talking it through. Hopefully they are wiser than you and can offer their insight on the matter. 

What to look for in a mentor?

• Do you share similar beliefs?
• Do you like the outcome of their life thus far?
• Do you like their character?
• Are they a step or more ahead of you spiritually and mentally?
• Do you like them?
• Do you feel comfortable around them?
• Will they challenge you and encourage you?
• Are they respectful and loving?

Ask them to be your mentor.

Mentors can be in person, but they can also be in the form of books, or someone you follow online that you look up to. Look for someone who is where you want to be and follow them, do what they do. 

I have mentors online and in person. I really love having a mentor in person that I can chat with face to face. She knows me personally and can speak into each situation and decision I need to make. It's wonderful! 

Look at the people you have in your life. Is there someone you look up to? Someone you want to be like? Someone you already have a relationship with? Start there.

Do you need a mentor? I'm here for you.

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Do you realize the thing you put your identity in, if it’s a worldly thing, can be taken away at any moment? If or rather when it does, who are you?

Identity is

• the qualities, beliefs, personality, looks and/or expressions that make a person; self-image.
• who you are, the way you think about yourself, the way you are viewed by the world and the characteristics that define you.

Ask yourself these questions:

• How do I view myself?
• How am I perceived by the world?
• What are my characteristics and traits?
• Who does God say that I am?
  • You are made in his image
    • Genesis 1:27 "So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them." 
  • You are co-heir with Christ
    • Romans 8:17 "Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in his sufferings in order that we may also share in his glory."
  • You are fearfully and wonderfully made
    • Ps 139:14  "I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well."

Take time to sit and think about these questions. Write down your answers.

I'm writing a book! Interested in being a part of the book launch? Go to nikkiromani.com/booklaunch 

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There's one word I've been hearing over and over. It has been sticking out to me. I've heard it in songs, people have said it, the name of my church is this...

AWAKEN

Hillsong recently released an album and the song "Awake my Soul" has been playing on repeat in my home. My church is called Awakening International. I watched a documentary movie on Youtube called "Sheep Among Wolves Vol. 2" and they talk about the awakening of the people of Iran starting an underground church and it's rapidly growing. INCREDIBLE! You must watch it!

There was something in that movie that caught my attention. An Iranian woman moved to the US with her husband to escape persecution, but after being in the States she begged her husband to move back to Iran. Why? Because she said America is asleep. Satan is singing a silent lullaby. 

That statement hit me hard. This is exactly what I've been feeling. Are we all spiritually asleep? God is moving and we are missing him.

Kanye West has been awakened. I've even heard him talk about it in an interview. He is a new man by the power of God. 

I've written a book that will be out the beginning of next year, and now I know God's perfect timing with all of it. I've been working on this book for 2.5 years and it's all about the Holy Spirit, spiritual gifts, spiritual warfare, and the power that lives within us. This is what people need. They need to be awakened to the power of God!

To be on the email list to get updates about my book go to nikkiromani.com/booklaunch

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Last week I talked about burnout. The feeling as though life is passing you by too quickly and you can't keep up! If you feel tried and exhausted, you may be experiencing burnout. Listen to that episode by clicking here. 

This week I share with you how resting actually helped me beat some personal records in weight lifting and helped me to feel strong while riding 60 miles on a road bike.

I took some time off, slept more, listened to when my body needed to stretch or go for a walk instead, and drank lots of water. I still would lift weights and go to the gym, but not as often or as frequent as I used to. There is such a thing as over exercising and I think I may have experienced that. I was shocked at my results when I took this necessary time to rest. 

Listen to this episode to hear what happened. 

Are you tired? Are you feeling run down? Are you feeling as though life is moving so fast you can't keep up? 

You may be experiencing something called BURNOUT. If you feel yourself shutting down, unable to get stuff done, or loosing motivation, your body is trying to tell you something. I know how this feels from personal experience. 

I share with you 7 ways to overcome burnout whether it's in life or in regards to the sport you play if you are an athlete. 

Life throws so much at us, but we need to protect ourselves. Self should be our first priority.

Don't forget to write a review and share this episode with a friend who may be experiencing burnout or you are starting to see signs that they are about to. 

 

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I recently returned home (less than a week ago!) from an unforgettable experience all because I sent a cold email 2 months ago. I put myself out there and told whoever was at the other end of the email who I was- a life coach and athletic trainer passionate about helping others find their identity in Jesus. Within 24 hours I received a reply asking me if I could get on a phone call as soon as possible. This was the beginning of an answer to my prayer I didn't know I needed. 

This wonderful group I ended up going to Barcelona, Spain with is Athletes in Action . 

This was a trip I will never forget. I walked away with sisters and I am forever grateful God chose me to be a part of this opportunity. 

Listen in to hear what I learned while on this trip and where God is calling me next (ok I haven't quite figured that out yet, but I know it has to do with female college athletes. They are my people!)

Follow me on instagram to see photos of the trip and more are on my facebook page