Game Face

"There is no moving up and out in the world unless we are fully acquainted with the person we are meant to be.  Whatever your calling, it is already rooted within, and while those roots may get trampled on or tugged at, they can never be removed." - Oprah.

As I rewrite my novel, I am revisiting shadow work that I have needed to do for awhile.  Not with a trained specialist, just with my Father above, my journal and my meditations, for now.

Today I came upon a chapter I had written over seven years ago entitled "Don't Judge Her Shadows."  I had forgotten about that chapter, but now I am so grateful for it.  I realize how important it is to explore my shadow(s). I believe it will lead to greater clarity, greater authenticity,  beaucoup creativity, and beaucoup energy to get the work done.  

I am ready! 

xoxo




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  1. Sarah LaurenceMarch 11, 2021 at 7:59 AM

    What a delight to see you back to blogging and writing a novel! I look forward to hearing more about it.

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    1. Hana Njau-OkoloMarch 16, 2021 at 5:37 AM

      Thanks Sarah!! Yes, I am back to my manuscript. I look forward to sharing it with you and getting your feedback as I go along.

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