Blessed & Curvy

Tackling Self-Doubt and Conquering the Challenge: Your Path to Confidence and Success We’ve all heard that little voice in our heads whispering, “What if I’m not good enough?” or “What if I fail?” Self-doubt is a universal experience, but it doesn’t have to be a roadblock. Instead, it can be the catalyst that pushes us to grow, persevere, and achieve greatness. Recognizing Self-Doubt Self-doubt often creeps in when we step outside our comfort zones—whether it’s going after a new job, launching a business, or pursuing a personal goal. It disguises itself as hesitation, comparison, or fear of failure. But recognizing it for what it is—a temporary feeling, not a fact—is the first step in conquering it. Strategies to Overcome Self-Doubt 🔹 Reframe Your Mindset – Instead of seeing doubt as a stop sign, view it as a challenge to overcome. Shift your thinking from “I can’t” to “I am learning and growing.” 🔹 Remember Past Wins – Think about times when you succeeded despite uncertainty. L...

The Journey of a Self-Published Author vs. a Traditional Author — and How You Can Support For many writers, the dream of seeing their name on the cover of a book has two main paths — traditional publishing or self-publishing. Both routes have their challenges, rewards, and misconceptions. As an author who has chosen the self-publishing journey, I’m often asked, “What’s the difference, and how can we support you?” Traditional Publishing Traditionally published authors sign with a publishing house, big or small. These companies handle editing, cover design, marketing, distribution, and placement in bookstores. The author may receive an advance but earns royalties on sales. Traditional publishing can provide credibility and visibility, but the process is highly competitive. Agents, query letters, and rejections are part of the norm. Creative control is often limited, with publishers having the final say on edits, covers, and sometimes even the title. Self-Publishing Self-published authors...

The Healing Journey: Finding Freedom Through Family Forgiveness When Those We Love Fail Us Family—they're the people who shape us, challenge us, and stand by us through life's ups and downs. At least, that's what we expect. But what happens when the very people meant to be our safety net let us fall? After my mother passed away, grief wrapped around me like a heavy blanket. I was overwhelmed, unstable, and desperately needed support. Turning to family seemed natural—after all, isn't that what family is for? With nowhere else to go, I asked my sibling if I could temporarily stay in their three-bedroom home while I regained my footing. Their response left me speechless: "No. You should try a shelter." The words cut deeper than they could know. In my moment of greatest vulnerability, I faced rejection from the person who should have understood my pain most. The empty rooms in their house echoed the emptiness I felt in my heart. Divine Intervention in Unexpected P...