Casual Friday with Refreshing Thoughts

Happy Friday, y’all!! The weekend has arrived. Well, my Instagram friend who is now a legit friend is coming to NOLA with her hubby. A double date with this fabulous couple is happening tonight #yay {follow along on snapchat: dashing_darlin}!! All of the friendships that have formed along the way through blogging has been so amazing.

To be able to share life, the stories and the struggles, with other women from other parts of the world has been so rewarding and extremely inspiring. With blogging, part of my purpose has definitely been to shout it from the rooftops that we are ALL unique and we are all perfectly designed by God.

Just like so many other women, the battle has been so real. Throughout the years, trying to win the affections and the approval from those around me was a legit struggle. I had this crazy notion that if they liked me a lot, noticed me and befriended me that I would feel more important or feel better about myself. The lesson learned was that no one can truly make me feel prettier, happier or more valuable. It’s simply learning to believe that I AM ENOUGH. None of us need the approval from man to confirm that truth. We only need God’s stamp of approval.

“I found that I was more confident when I stopped trying to be someone else’s definition of beautiful and started being my own.”  Remington Miller

Onto a less serious subject, denim shorts are so my jam. Other shorts just don’t seem to get as much love from me. This darlin’ pair from Vici Collection has been on major repeat because the loose fit is perfect for these healthy thighs of mine. Those linked below are a few other styles that I have and I love. By the way, this olive cargo jacket has been a fall staple going on three years. You can purchase this exact one HERE from CS Gems for only $35.

earrings || bracelets || necklace ||

LV handbag || sunglasses

By the way, how have you taken steps to overcome this battle of needing other’s approval?? The approval addiction can be so overwhelming. The good news is that we are not alone in this struggle.

Also, some more good news is that you have the chance to WIN $1,000. All you have to do is post your own refreshing thoughts on Twitter or Instagram and include the hashtag #RefreshingThoughts. By the way, your quote has the possibility of  being featured on Niagara Water’s packaging #howcool!! So, good luck, and I can’t wait to read your thoughts!!