G.O.S.S.I.P. Sister » Gossiper http://www.gossipsister.com/blog God Orders Steps, Sit In Patience Sister Mon, 06 Feb 2012 07:42:08 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3 What It Means http://www.gossipsister.com/blog/2012/02/06/what-it-means/ http://www.gossipsister.com/blog/2012/02/06/what-it-means/#comments Mon, 06 Feb 2012 07:38:31 +0000 Gossiper http://www.gossipsister.com/blog/?p=1673 Today I wore a shirt that said “I *heart” Gossip.” Someone jokingly said “shhh, ya’ll, don’t tell her nothin… She likes ‘gossip’.” I was then given the opportunity to clarify that my shirt actually represented my weblog- “G.O.S.S.I.P. Sister” which means God Orders Steps, Sit In Patience…Reflecting on that brings so much meaning & purpose BACK to what I am doing; because honestly I lost sight. I forgot. The value dropped in my mind that this mere blog, regardless of who may or may not be reading it, MEANS something. This blog is not a phase that my friend & I went through where we wanted to create a website for fun; no, it was for purpose.The purpose is to inspire people (ideally we began with targeting women because 1) we are women 2) there’s power in women empowering other women and 3) men just don’t really dig self-help or inspirational stuff- at least not enough to interact with it (But to the male readers out there- WASSUP! *Martin Lawrence voice*:) It’s not just for “sisters” anymore, so ignore the url :) hehe).

Back to the topic. My G.O.S.S.I.P. partner and I went through many hiccups along the way of getting this blog up and running. Big disappointments from friends & family alike, doubts, fears, and just plain lack of how-to at first. We pushed through. And although we continue to make mistakes or fall off track, 3 years later here GS stands with purpose. God is still good, and He will still get the glory. I am not sure who even reads the weblog anymore because we have had our ups n downs, so I know reader engagement has wavered, BUT, the motto is imminent- God Orders Steps, Sit in Patience!

Personally, life is harder than I ever imagined right now- I’m just being truthful. I have goals, I have dreams, and most importantly I have purpose; so WHEN is it my time? I had to remind MY OWN SELF today, that GOD (not me) but GOD (not my family), yet GOD (not my friends or my boyfriend), however, GOOOOD orders my steps, so I must SIT in patience. It will come. What’s to come, is already written in HIStory (follow me?) so it will surely come. This weblog is about inspiring, encouraging, motivating, and enlightening. While you are going through please know- You are not alone, for we ALL struggle. Patience is a virtue, not just an eight letter word. Sit in patience & act on faith.Your purpose is your power.

Stay Blessed,

Chon “Gossiper” Renee’

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It read:

How do you ration your passion?

In what situations have you experienced your life to the fullest? Do you live your passion as fully as you can? How do you limit your experience of passion?

Passion emerges when your essence expresses itself. How do you stop yourself from fully expressing who you are?

I think we all should answer those questions for our own personal lives. Do you even know your passion? Your passion in life should coincide with your purpose. For instance one of my passions is dance and I believe it is my purpose in life to move & positively affect people through the art form of dance and train them to be dancers as well. To do this I have formed a performing arts dance company & my dream is to one day open a dance studio.

In order for our passions to be fulfilled we have to live it as fully as we can. No limits. If you limit yourself then you will be lacking. We can not lack & succeed at the same time. So I push you to answer these questions above and apply the results to life- whether it is to move forward in pursuing your passion, or developing one and figuring it out; today is the day.

Quotes to leave you with:

“Without passion man is a mere latent force and possibility, like the flint which awaits the shock of the iron before it can give forth its spark.”

– Henri Frederic Amiel

“We could hardly wait to get up in the morning.”

– Wilbur Wright

“There is no end. There is no beginning. There is only the infinite passion of life.”

– Frederico Fellini

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What does Black History Month mean to you? Please share!

It goes by so quick so don’t let these 28 days breeze by without you reflecting on the Black culture and how it has impacted your life. What accomplishments are you proud of? Where would you like to see the Black race go in the years to come? How has your ancestors changed your life?

Please reflect & share with GS! We welcome all comments

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Sex, Marriage, & Fairytales

]]> http://www.gossipsister.com/blog/2012/01/28/everyone-must-watch/feed/ 0 Have a Great Weekend! http://www.gossipsister.com/blog/2012/01/27/have-a-great-weekend/ http://www.gossipsister.com/blog/2012/01/27/have-a-great-weekend/#comments Sat, 28 Jan 2012 04:36:09 +0000 Gossiper http://www.gossipsister.com/blog/?p=1657 Just wanted to wish everyone a happy weekend! Relax and do the things you really enjoy doing! Let the stress that met you throughout the workweek go and kick back. This weekend I personally will be working yet relaxing as I am going to do what I’ve had little time (and little focus) to do- develop my businesses Simply Classic Productions & Simply Classic Dance Co. Always remember to make time for things that count! ;-)

Enjoy!

Gossiper

]]> http://www.gossipsister.com/blog/2012/01/27/have-a-great-weekend/feed/ 0 An Attitude of Gratitude http://www.gossipsister.com/blog/2012/01/23/an-attitude-of-gratitude/ http://www.gossipsister.com/blog/2012/01/23/an-attitude-of-gratitude/#comments Tue, 24 Jan 2012 02:34:42 +0000 Gossiper http://www.gossipsister.com/blog/?p=1652 Your attitude determines your altitude. We have all heard this saying before so it should come as no surprise. When my pastor preached on this topic Sunday, I applied it to a different aspect of my life- one that’s been eating away at me for awhile now: Accomplishing dreams & goals. A lot of us have ambitions and things we set out to accomplish that we may not necessarily feel 100% about right now. Am I the only one who feels this way? I hope not.

“We have everything we need to be successful but our stank attitude is what is holding us back,” direct words from my pastor that spoke volumes to the congregation. While I don’t feel I necessary carry a stank attitude around with me, at times I CAN get down in the dumps about my circumstances and situation. The “WHY ME?” syndrome starts kicking in, and is quickly followed with doubt, fear, and second-guessing. However, when it comes to accomplishing whatever it is that we set out to accomplish in our lives you must remember to “adjust your attitude.” We are wonderfully and uniquely made. Don’t give power to those who don’t see your beauty, or your vision, or your dream, or your intelligence…Hold on to your power and develop an Attitude of Gratitude. Be thankful that you have made it thus far in life and that you even have the right mind to conjure up a dream to accomplish, because some people can’t even do that! Yet, they will sit around and criticize everyone else trying to do something positive for themselves. Don’t get me started! ;-)

Another great point my pastor made was- “Your personality need not reflect your reality.” Just because you are broke doesn’t mean you should walk around broken! My business may not be booming the way I want it to be RIGHT NOW, but please believe I will continue to work at it like it’s a million-dollar franchise; I will continue to talk about it and be about it everyday; and I will continue to promote myself until no end! Look beyond your reality. Know that dreams once dreamed will be accomplished; goals once set will be met. Everything you believe in God for will be tested every now & then, but if you keep an attitude of gratitude, it will determine your altitude, and you can be prosperous in ALL that you set out to do!

Be Blessed

Gossiper

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It would be unrealistic for me to say that fear should never even cross your mind. Of course you will think “what if…(insert the negative outcome here) happens?” Of course you will naturally develop a sense of nervousness (the predecessor of fear) when embarking on something new, but don’t let that rule you. Fear has no hold on you. Say that to yourself, aloud: “Fear, you have no hold on me.” Push your fears to the side and try that something new that you always wanted to do; pursue those “business owner” dreams; allow yourself to fall in love; start your search for your dream job and not just sulk at the dreadful one you are at now… Push past the fear and LIVE!

Tell your fears the words in Kirk Franklin’s song, “Hello Fear”:

Hello Fear
Before you sit down there’s something I need to explain
Since you’re here
I think I should tell you since we last talked things have changed
See I’m tired of being broken-hearted
So I made a list and you’re on it
All my hopes and my dreams You took from me
I want those back before you leave

Be not afraid.

Be Blessed!

Gossiper

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Here is a blog that I found to be helpful in putting things into a new perspective:

Love life and yourself

“Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength while loving someone deeply gives you courage.”

– Lao Tzu

There are two basic motivating forces: fear and love. When we are afraid, we pull back from life. When we are in love, we open to all that life has to offer with passion, excitement, and acceptance.

We need to learn to love ourselves first, in all our glory and our imperfections. If we cannot love ourselves, we cannot fully open to our ability to love others or our potential to create. Evolution and all hopes for a better world rest in the fearlessness and open-hearted vision of people who embrace life.

“It matters not Who you love, Where you love, Why you love, When you love, Or how you love, It matters only that you love.”

– John Lennon

“Why not go out on a limb? Isn’t that where the fruit is?”

– Frank Scully

Source: Higher Awareness

Live life in fullness & expect abundance. Don’t allow fear to hold you back from elevating. Approach everything with love & greatness- love God; love self; love others; love life.

Greatness is in the air for 2012!

Happy New Year & Be Blessed!

Gossiper

 

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 - Joseph Campbell
]]> http://www.gossipsister.com/blog/2011/12/06/this-is-what-i-need/feed/ 0 Food For the Soul http://www.gossipsister.com/blog/2011/12/04/food-for-the-soul/ http://www.gossipsister.com/blog/2011/12/04/food-for-the-soul/#comments Mon, 05 Dec 2011 01:59:49 +0000 Gossiper http://www.gossipsister.com/blog/?p=1638 With the weather changes and all the cold & flu virus has been floating around like crazy! I have been reading countless articles on foods to eat, remedies to use, and safe practices to boost your immune system and ward off a cold, because who can’t afford to keep getting sick (going on cold #2 within a 4 week span) is ME. So after learning about good food for the body and such, it got me to thinking- what’s good food for the soul? The element that counts the most in our lives is our soul. That’s where our joy is housed, and where our lives are either enriched or drenched.

A vital and good food for the soul is laughter. Just laugh. It goes hand in hand with a smile- you’ll find that life is still worth while if you just smile. Just laugh. It may seem cooky, but I mean it when I say- instead of crying about a situation, laugh about it. That’s what I do! Call me crazy or cooky if you will! Life really just isn’t THAT serious to me anymore. It goes on; it changes; it evolves. Things will happen. Situations will occur one way or the other. That’s LIFE! *Personal Tip: Turn your life over to God and I guarantee you’ll be laughing a lot more, hands down. Life just isn’t that serious to me when I have a higher power, such as Christ, guiding me through  for my prosperity.

Laughter can:

  • Reduce the appearance of aging
  • Relieve stress & anxiety
  • Boost  your immune system
  • Serve as a workout

If you think you laugh enough as is, you aren’t. Increase your laughter intake, and make a point daily to laugh as much as possible…I think my new favorite genre of movies will be “Comedy” from now on! :-)

Get your laugh on & be blessed!

Gossiper

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