Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone

Special shout out to my great husband for encouraging me to be better, reach higher, work harder, and especially for his persistent pushing.

If my Comfort Zone were an actual place, I imagine that it would have mood lighting, plenty of plush of pillows, and a sectional couches with recliners. Why? Because I love seating options. In my Comfort Zone there would be soft music playing, a fire place, and a waiter serving my ginger peach tea with lemon 24/7. Did I mention the on demand masseuse?

Doesn’t my Comfort Zone sound like a relaxing establishment? So you can understand that when this challenge was suggested to me it made me COMPLETELY UNCOMFORTABLE. Nevertheless I’m glad I decided to do it. That’s why I’m so grateful for my husband. He truly knows what I need before I notice it.

I could give you a myriad of reasons as to why you should stay in your comfortable place but the truth is none of them matter. As a believer, I understand that when it is time to move then it is time to move. Even if you try your hardest to stay in your Comfort Zone, God is going to make it so uncomfortable that the thought of remaining there will be unbearable.

Tips and Reminders
1) Don’t be scared to leave the familiar for the unknown. Truth be told we can all sense “the shift” prior to that season starting. You can run the opposite direction if you desire but I prefer to go forward and strive towards the next level.
2) Don’t let your “first step fear” cause you to miss out on grand opportunities. I know how nervous I feel when I decide to take on a new task but I enjoy the feeling I have once I’ve exceeded my initial goal and expectations. I would never experience that success if I didn’t move from my Comfort Zone, in obedience to God, with confirmation through his word.
3) Complacency will halt your growth. Saw this picture via Encourage Me Rofasho’s Instagram and thought it was a #nuffsaid moment.

Via Rofashojo Instagram
Via Rofashojo on Instagram

Is it scary to step out of and subsequently depart your Comfort Zone? Ummm YES! But I am excited to see what lies beyond my cozy and convenient corner. I’m not sure where life will take me but I know that in over 30 years God has never failed me. Look for clarification in his word. God is faithful and will fulfill every promise.

To hear details about how I’m stepping out of my Comfort Zone check out my latest video.

Make this week AWESOME,
~Ta’Neisha K.~

Great Things of 2014 – 1st Quarter

Can you believe the first quarter of the year is almost over?!?! Time is truly flying by but that must be because I’m enjoying every moment of life. Here are some great things that have happened to me during the first quarter of 2014.

First, as a family we’ve enjoyed getting to know our newest member. Our youngest is now 4 months and he is so much fun. We enjoy loving him and are still amazed about his surprise arrival.

Second, our homeschool made it through new baby boot camp and we are back to our normal schedule. I’m so appreciative of all the advice I received about how to teach with a newborn. The best advice was to enjoy the baby, which is what we did. Of course it was hard at first but things did get easier as time progressed. Now he even sits in the classroom with us.

Third, I enjoyed a fun night out with my friends. We attended a concert for one of my best friend’s birthdays. I enjoyed the event but I did call and check on my three kings constantly. Daddy survived his first time keeping two rather than one and told me to “stop calling and enjoy myself.” Check out my blonde hair and gold makeup.

Fun night with Friends

Fourth, my family has continued our commitment to fitness. We’ve been walking to the park several times a week, we play family basketball, race each other, do jumping jacks, etc. It feels great to enjoy the outdoors together. I also find that exercising together makes it more enjoyable for me.

Fifth, I decided to laugh more often. I saw this tweet from UberFacts
@UberFacts tweeted at 9:17pm – 14 Mar 14: Children laugh an average of 400 times a day, while adults laugh about 15 times a day. This saddened me and I made it my mission to truly LOL a lot more. If I find it funny I don’t giggle, I literally laugh out loud. This has made me feel great. I suggest you try it. My children will not out laugh me. Even typing that last sentence made me laugh.

There are so many great things that happened to me and my family during the first quarter of this year. In life it is easy to focus on the bad things for an extended time and briefly enjoy the good things. I’m not doing that anymore. Life is too short to skim over the great things.

For more great things check out my recent video.

Make this week grand,

~Ta’Neisha K.~

Welcome to Marriage, Motherhood, and Makeup

So…
As part of my first quarter goals for 2014 I decided to start a blog. Why? Initially I wasn’t truly sure because I enjoy my YouTube channel so much; however, recently I’ve felt a pulling to start a written form of All Things Me. My initial goal is to post twice monthly and the subjects will include all things pertaining to marriage, motherhood, and makeup of course. There will also be hair, nail, and homeschool posts as we started that journey this year.

I’m a 31 year old, fun, enthusiastic, friendly, and creative woman. My talents include anything I desire to learn. Most recently, I’ve perfected acrylic nail application and next I plan to learn how to play the guitar. I’m a wife of six years to my college sweetheart and we have two awesome children (6 years and 3 months) that look just like him. I’m a professional homemaker and taking care of my family is my ministry. I believe that Jesus Christ is Lord and the ONLY way to the Father is through him.

As of right now you can check me out via Married2KDK All Things Me for biweekly videos. Eventually there will be a short post to coincide with my uploads and reviews. And, of course there will be some blog exclusive goodies.

So sit back, relax, and scan the posts while you enjoy your favorite warm or frosty beverage. Feel free to browse while you wash, dry, iron, and fold the laundry. You can even read while you take your fifteen minute break or that extra long lunch you definitely deserve for all your hard work. No matter how or when you decide to visit my little wordpress corner know that I appreciate it.

Thanks so much for stopping by.
Be blessed and make this week AWESOME!

Ta’Neisha K.