10 ways we can shine bright & protect our light
captured by royel, 2025, fashion district
captured by royel, 2025, fashion district
beloved, let's dive into the treasure trove of our souls. we're talking about those precious hearts of ours, pure as gold, radiating love and compassion just as our Father intended. as proverbs 4:23 reminds us, "above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it." so, here are 10 celestial tips to keep our golden hearts gleaming while showing others the door if they can't appreciate the brilliance God's given us:
recognize our worth: we're children of the Most High, darlings! our value isn't determined by others, it's innate. "for we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works" (ephesians 2:10).
set boundaries with love: it's not unkind to have limits. it's self-respect, and it's totally divine. jesus himself set boundaries, remember?
practice discernment: not everyone deserves a front-row seat to our soul's show. "be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves" (matthew 10:16).
embrace the power of 'no': it's a complete sentence, honey. use it liberally and without guilt. even jesus said no sometimes!
cultivate self-compassion: let's treat ourselves with the same kindness we offer others. we're worthy of our own love, just as we're worthy of God's.
trust our intuition: that little voice? it's the Holy Spirit whispering. let's listen closely and honor its guidance.
release with grace: when someone's gotta go, we bless them and release. their path is not ours to walk. "shake the dust off your feet" (matthew 10:14).
surround ourselves with light: let's seek out relationships that fuel our spirits. "do not be yoked together with unbelievers" (2 corinthians 6:14).
practice energetic hygiene: we've gotta cleanse our auras regularly. prayer, meditation on scripture - whatever resonates. let's keep our space sacred.
remember, we're the doorkeepers: it's our heart, our rules. let's make it easy for those who don't align to find the exit. "do not give dogs what is sacred" (matthew 7:6).
remember, cosmic warriors, having hearts of gold doesn't mean being doormats. it means shining so bright that those who can't handle our light will naturally find their way out. and that's okay. let's keep glowing, keep growing, and keep our hearts protected and cherished. they're our most valuable assets in this earthly journey, given to us by the Creator Himself.
"let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven" (matthew 5:16). amen to that, sisters.
-gg