Introduction (Story) In 2017, I found myself at a serious crossroads in life. I was deeply confused and exhausted. From the outside, my life looked successful: we had started businesses, some had succeeded, others had collapsed. At one point, I had even convinced investors to commit millions of dollars to projects I believed in. But there was a painful pattern . Every single time something seemed like it was finally going to work, something would pull it apart. Delays. Conflicts. Closed doors. Sudden losses. It felt as though I was constantly almost there, but never quite arriving. During this season, I led a group of women intercessors called Soul Garage, and together we decided to go on a 21-day prayer and fasting journey. We were praying about many things, but for me, one question burned louder than all the others. At the end of the fast, I cried out to God honestly and painfully: “Lord, why are You doing this to me? Why won’t You let me succeed?” The Revelation God’s response surprised me. He said: “This has nothing to do with Me. I love you.” Then He showed me a picture—a vision I will never forget. I saw a person trying to climb up a river, pushing against the water with all their strength. It was exhausting. It was painful. It made no sense. And the Lord said: “You are working against the grain😪 You are walking up the river, instead of flowing with it.” He explained that the reason everything felt so hard was not because He was opposing me, but because I was fighting the direction He had designed for me. He said: “The little success you have had is because of My grace. Without it, you would not have made it this far. But if you go with the flow I have set for you, things will be easier. You will use less energy. You will enjoy what you are doing. The Lesson This experience taught me an important truth: Hard work is not always a sign of God’s will. Sometimes struggle is a sign of misalignment. Going against the flow leads to: Constant frustration

🌱 Week 1: Returning to What Was Always There If you’re here, thank you. Truly. Being early in something new takes courage. Rise Again was created for people who feel stuck — not because they lack ability, but because life, responsibility, fear, or survival slowly pulled them away from who they were created to be. This week, we’re starting gently. Not with goals. Not with pressure. But with memory. When I was a child — around eight years old — I used to stand on a jerry can in front of a mirror, holding a torch for light, and sing my heart out. No audience. No applause. Just joy. Just knowing. Over time, I learned that many therapists, spiritual guides, and even Scripture point to this truth: Who you were before the noise often holds clues to who you’re meant to become. So for Week 1, our theme is: Return. Here’s a simple reflection (no need to overthink it): 👉 When you were 7–10 years old: What did you love doing? What made you feel alive? What came naturally to you? You don’t have to share if you’re not ready. But if you are, I’d love to hear a few lines in the comments. This is not a race. This is a rebuilding . I’m glad you’re here🙂

Before we begin this 30-day journey, I want to know where you are starting from. In the comments, answer this honestly: What is one area of your life where you feel stuck, unclear, or off-track right now? -No fixing. -No explaining. -Just name it. This is a safe space.