Welcome to another episode of #FeminineFriday. Today is such a special day as I am recording this on my oldest daughter’s 9th birthday, so you may hear a little bit of background noise as we get ready for the festivities. Speaking of my daughter, I have officially returned to social media and have become so passionate about spreading the message of family, presence, and connection. During my time away, I made more time for my family and completely scaled back. Why? Because we need a revival of present parents, whole families and deep connections with God and others.  I’ve been sending emails this week about this very subject, which we will dive into more today. But if you are not signed up for my mailing list you can do so at my brand new website https://www.amandaferguson.org! I have actually forgot to announce it, but you can find so many resources and information there!While you listen to today’s episode, you may notice the fiery tone of my voice. I am fired up. I refuse to subscribe to the messages social media and culture is telling us. Ministry doesn’t have to cost you everything - family, health, and happiness. Jesus did not die on the cross for us to loose everything that he so badly desires for us. So while the opposite messages are being shouted, I am being intentional about shouting louder the pattern God intended for us to live by. This is the cry of my heart that’s been brewing in me since April of this year and further confirmed a few weeks ago when I attended a parents meeting at my children’s school. At the meeting, the principle began to tell us there was a war going on and recently, there was a child that came to school with a litter box because she identified as a cat. When the teacher refused, the principal told her that she had to allow the litter box because that is what the child identified as. Needless to say, the teacher quit.  In this season of my life, I am being intentional about making my home an atmosphere to receive and give love and be a pattern of what Jesus has called us to be in two ways:1. Deepening connections with others and patterning myself and life after the word of God. Think about it, how many people do you actually call on their birthdays rather than sending a text? Deepening connections with others, even those in your household can be as simple as putting your phone down while you are eating or calling instead of texting. Most recently, at my children's school, a teacher had an emergency and all of us pitched in to make sure her family had dinner every night. That is what community and connection is about. Most of what we see today, particularly on social media is just a pattern of culture and reflects intense selfishnes. It isn’t the pattern of the Word of God. Not me, I accept my identity in Christ and pattern myself after the Word of God.  Will you join me?2. Family dinners. Every night, we sit around the table and have funny conversations, enlightening conversations, and overall just enjoy each other. If you are chaotic and overworked, and, not in the Word of God, then your home will begin to feel that way. Eating dinner at the table with your family is just one of the ways to make your home a place of God’s presence and peace. It’s a way to restore deep connection with your loved ones and to fellowship the way God intended us to. I don’t know about you, but I am ready and will continue to shout my faith and belief in family, God’s way, louder than any other thing propagated in media today. And I want you to join in the fight with me and let the world know we are not on the sidelines not doing anything. Let’s show the world not a different way, but a better way by living our lives to pattern after Jesus. Share this audio with someone else listen to this.If you want to join this revolution of women, click here to purchase my digital cookbook Kitchen Encounters. If you are ready to be a leader in this movement, be sure to check out the mentoring guide. This is where I train you to train others to pattern yourself and home in the ways of Jesus. If you have any questions, be sure to email my team at assist@amandaferguson.org and we’d be glad to assist you.   Remember, for us to advance, we all have to be willing to get in the fight.

Welcome to another episode of #FeminineFriday. Today is such a special day as I am recording this on my oldest daughter’s 9th birthday, so you may hear a little bit of background noise as we get ready for the festivities. Speaking of my daughter, I have officially returned to social media and have become so passionate about spreading the message of family, presence, and connection. During my time away, I made more time for my family and completely scaled back. Why? Because we need a revival of present parents, whole families and deep connections with God and others.  I’ve been sending emails this week about this very subject, which we will dive into more today. But if you are not signed up for my mailing list you can do so at my brand new website <a href="https://www.amandaferguson.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amandaferguson.org</a>! I have actually forgot to announce it, but you can find so many resources and information there!While you listen to today’s episode, you may notice the fiery tone of my voice. I am fired up. I refuse to subscribe to the messages social media and culture is telling us. Ministry doesn’t have to cost you everything - family, health, and happiness. Jesus did not die on the cross for us to loose everything that he so badly desires for us. So while the opposite messages are being shouted, I am being intentional about shouting louder the pattern God intended for us to live by. This is the cry of my heart that’s been brewing in me since April of this year and further confirmed a few weeks ago when I attended a parents meeting at my children’s school. At the meeting, the principle began to tell us there was a war going on and recently, there was a child that came to school with a litter box because she identified as a cat. When the teacher refused, the principal told her that she had to allow the litter box because that is what the child identified as. Needless to say, the teacher quit.  In this season of my life, I am being intentional about making my home an atmosphere to receive and give love and be a pattern of what Jesus has called us to be in two ways:1. Deepening connections with others and patterning myself and life after the word of God. Think about it, how many people do you actually call on their birthdays rather than sending a text? Deepening connections with others, even those in your household can be as simple as putting your phone down while you are eating or calling instead of texting. Most recently, at my children's school, a teacher had an emergency and all of us pitched in to make sure her family had dinner every night. That is what community and connection is about. Most of what we see today, particularly on social media is just a pattern of culture and reflects intense selfishnes. It isn’t the pattern of the Word of God. Not me, I accept my identity in Christ and pattern myself after the Word of God.  Will you join me?2. Family dinners. Every night, we sit around the table and have funny conversations, enlightening conversations, and overall just enjoy each other. If you are chaotic and overworked, and, not in the Word of God, then your home will begin to feel that way. Eating dinner at the table with your family is just one of the ways to make your home a place of God’s presence and peace. It’s a way to restore deep connection with your loved ones and to fellowship the way God intended us to. I don’t know about you, but I am ready and will continue to shout my faith and belief in family, God’s way, louder than any other thing propagated in media today. And I want you to join in the fight with me and let the world know we are not on the sidelines not doing anything. Let’s show the world not a different way, but a better way by living our lives to pattern after Jesus. Share this audio with someone else listen to this.If you want to join this revolution of women, click <a href="https://www.amandaferguson.org/resources" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> to purchase my digital cookbook Kitchen Encounters. If you are ready to be a leader in this movement, be sure to check out the mentoring guide. This is where I train you to train others to pattern yourself and home in the ways of Jesus. If you have any questions, be sure to email my team at <a href="assist@amandaferguson.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">assist@amandaferguson.org</a> and we’d be glad to assist you.   Remember, for us to advance, we all have to be willing to get in the fight.

#FeminineFridays Home Is Where The Heart Is

Welcome to #FeminineWoman Friday! I am going to jump right in with this: The enemy wants to steal the passion and the sanctity and beauty of God ordained families.  Let that sink in. The enemy wants to minimize and reduce family, which is God’s original design for our lives. I am very passionate about this topic and you can see that in my reels. And lately, I’ve been fine tuning and zoning in and going against the idea that says if you’re not doing enough, then you’re not successful and if you don’t have millions of followers, you’re not successful either. So, what have I been doing? I’ve been spending time with my husband and having deep conversations with him and spending time with my children and building strong relationships with them. I’ve been mastering etiquette.  In 2022, I’ve scaled back from doing all the things and have laser focused on my family and because of that, my husband and I are more in sync than ever. Now, don’t get me wrong, I am grateful for that season of busyness and working really hard. But, I heard a leadership guru say this - “Saying yes to one thing, does mean saying no, to something else.” What’s your yes in this season? I made a decision to scale back completely and say yes to my husband and children. How did I do that? Let’s dive in!1. {7:30}  Ask the Holy Spirit. Sometimes, we have a tendency to escape and there may not be a genuine desire to spend more time with your husband or children or you may feel like you are too busy to focus more on your family. The key is this: ask the Holy Spirit to reveal it to you. Whether you need to know the root of why you spend hours scrolling or talking on the phone instead of having a desire for spending time with God and your family  or simply need wisdom on how to scale back. The Holy Spirit will guide you and reveal those things to you.2. {8:02} Be more emotionally present. There was a time when I didn’t take time to think about the things I was going through or the root cause of certain things in my life. Sometimes we can be so used to showing up for other people and not showing up for ourselves. Well the scripture says, “Love your neighbor as yourself.” No matter what state I am in, I want to be more emotionally present.  Take a moment and go to this place of reflection and ask Jesus to heal your heart. We can be so good at nurturing as women and sometimes we nurture the wrong things like pain and bad memories. Remember, take those things and give them to Jesus and ask Him about you.  It’s time to say yes to emotional healthiness and no to bad habits and toxic atmospheres.So, I will ask again, what’s your yes in this season? The book of proverbs talks about a women who looks well to the ways of her home. It’s time to get back to the basics, stop doing a bunch of things and look to the ways of our homes.Scriptures:Proverbs 31:27Mark 12:31John 16:13

Welcome to #FeminineWoman Friday! I am going to jump right in with this: The enemy wants to steal the passion and the sanctity and beauty of God ordained families.  Let that sink in. The enemy wants to minimize and reduce family, which is God’s original design for our lives. I am very passionate about this topic and you can see that in my reels. And lately, I’ve been fine tuning and zoning in and going against the idea that says if you’re not doing enough, then you’re not successful and if you don’t have millions of followers, you’re not successful either. So, what have I been doing? I’ve been spending time with my husband and having deep conversations with him and spending time with my children and building strong relationships with them. I’ve been mastering etiquette.  In 2022, I’ve scaled back from doing all the things and have laser focused on my family and because of that, my husband and I are more in sync than ever. Now, don’t get me wrong, I am grateful for that season of busyness and working really hard. But, I heard a leadership guru say this - “Saying yes to one thing, does mean saying no, to something else.” What’s your yes in this season? I made a decision to scale back completely and say yes to my husband and children. How did I do that? Let’s dive in!1. {7:30}  Ask the Holy Spirit. Sometimes, we have a tendency to escape and there may not be a genuine desire to spend more time with your husband or children or you may feel like you are too busy to focus more on your family. The key is this: ask the Holy Spirit to reveal it to you. Whether you need to know the root of why you spend hours scrolling or talking on the phone instead of having a desire for spending time with God and your family  or simply need wisdom on how to scale back. The Holy Spirit will guide you and reveal those things to you.2. {8:02} Be more emotionally present. There was a time when I didn’t take time to think about the things I was going through or the root cause of certain things in my life. Sometimes we can be so used to showing up for other people and not showing up for ourselves. Well the scripture says, “Love your neighbor as yourself.” No matter what state I am in, I want to be more emotionally present.  Take a moment and go to this place of reflection and ask Jesus to heal your heart. We can be so good at nurturing as women and sometimes we nurture the wrong things like pain and bad memories. Remember, take those things and give them to Jesus and ask Him about you.  It’s time to say yes to emotional healthiness and no to bad habits and toxic atmospheres.So, I will ask again, what’s your yes in this season? The book of proverbs talks about a women who looks well to the ways of her home. It’s time to get back to the basics, stop doing a bunch of things and look to the ways of our homes.Scriptures: Proverbs 31:27 Mark 12:31 John 16:13

#FeminineFridays What's Your Yes In This Season?

Welcome back to #FeminineFriday before I get into the teaching. I want to thank you all  for sharing, rating and reviewing. In a world where women are often portrayed as catty, I love that we have an environment of encouragement and just uplift each other here. Your support means so much to me!As many of you know, I have been taking a break from social media and have really been focusing on other areas of my life. I wanted to hone in and press the reset button on a few things-mainly my health. God desires us to be healthy, and I believe that Christians should be the healthiest and the wealthiest people on the planet. We should truly reflect God’s original design for us in every single way. In fact, that is what the scripture tells us that in 3 John 1:2. This is my foundational scripture that you’ll hear me talk about over and over again. This really applies to everything-our relationships, our health, our money, and our family. I talk more about this in my Woman, Arise book that you can purchase here. If you go to my social media page, you can actually get the first two chapters absolutely complimentary, with no strings attached! So, let’s dive into how I’ve been dropping the weight!1.{4:04} I kept a food journal. I was bad eater. I would eat Chick-Fil-A, and go into carb comas and have low energy. Most days, I would have to drink coffee to stay awake or I would reach for sugary foods when I got tired. I started to notice and take note of the things I ate that made me feel bad or tired. I realized that my previous habits were not setting me up for success and I had to change. Food is for fuel, so now I make sure I am feeding my body with things that energize me. I do have treats from time to time, but I’ve learned to do so in moderation. 2. {10:40} Eating for my blood type. My blood type is A. In 2020, I read a book titled, “Eat Right for Your Type.” This is not an endorsement, however, this book helped me find what works for me. In the book, type A does better with a plant based diet and once I began to switch over I began to see how my body reacted to certain things. Now, I can’t even eat a burger without getting nauseous. Whatever your health goals may be, it is important to God, your legacy, your joy, and your productivity. Our physical and mental health are effected by many things we consume that may not be right for our bodies and more specifically our blood type.Next week, I am doing a 5 day challenge in Feminine Woman Collective, where we focus on health. If you are not a part yet, make sure to join us at this link http://femininewomancollective.com.Scriptures3 John 1:2

Welcome back to #FeminineFriday before I get into the teaching. I want to thank you all  for sharing, rating and reviewing. In a world where women are often portrayed as catty, I love that we have an environment of encouragement and just uplift each other here. Your support means so much to me!As many of you know, I have been taking a break from social media and have really been focusing on other areas of my life. I wanted to hone in and press the reset button on a few things-mainly my health. God desires us to be healthy, and I believe that Christians should be the healthiest and the wealthiest people on the planet. We should truly reflect God’s original design for us in every single way. In fact, that is what the scripture tells us that in 3 John 1:2. This is my foundational scripture that you’ll hear me talk about over and over again. This really applies to everything-our relationships, our health, our money, and our family. I talk more about this in my Woman, Arise book that you can purchase <a href="https://www.womanarisethebook.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. If you go to my social media page, you can actually get the first two chapters absolutely complimentary, with no strings attached! So, let’s dive into how I’ve been dropping the weight!1.{4:04} I kept a food journal. I was bad eater. I would eat Chick-Fil-A, and go into carb comas and have low energy. Most days, I would have to drink coffee to stay awake or I would reach for sugary foods when I got tired. I started to notice and take note of the things I ate that made me feel bad or tired. I realized that my previous habits were not setting me up for success and I had to change. Food is for fuel, so now I make sure I am feeding my body with things that energize me. I do have treats from time to time, but I’ve learned to do so in moderation. 2. {10:40} Eating for my blood type. My blood type is A. In 2020, I read a book titled, “Eat Right for Your Type.” This is not an endorsement, however, this book helped me find what works for me. In the book, type A does better with a plant based diet and once I began to switch over I began to see how my body reacted to certain things. Now, I can’t even eat a burger without getting nauseous. Whatever your health goals may be, it is important to God, your legacy, your joy, and your productivity. Our physical and mental health are effected by many things we consume that may not be right for our bodies and more specifically our blood type.Next week, I am doing a 5 day challenge in Feminine Woman Collective, where we focus on health. If you are not a part yet, make sure to join us at this link <a href="http://femininewomancollective.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://femininewomancollective.com</a>.Scriptures3 John 1:2

#FeminineFridays How I've Been Dropping the Weight

Welcome to another episode of #FeminineFridays. This episode is very powerful today. As many of you know, I dealt with quite a bit of childhood trauma that left me with a spirit of rejection and fear. I lived in bondage until God freed me. I know many others struggle with these same spirits or some may not even know this is what is operating in their life, so I want you to listen to this today. Our basis scripture is Romans 8:15. And I believe, that as you listen to this, the same presence that I felt recording this will invade wherever you are. Let’s get into these three points on deliverance from the spirit of fear and rejection and get back to the original design God has for our lives.{4:52} Be free from the orphan spirit and receive the Spirit of adoption from our Heavenly Father. Some of you have encountered lots of rejection and most of our problems as adults come from rejection. Studies have shown rejection can even be felt as a a baby. There’s a difference between being rejected and receiving rejection. Growing up I knew that my mom loved me, but I felt very distant. Some of you may feel that same way - not receiving hugs, or having been affirmed or even able to cry as a child leads to rejection.  Once rejection is received it shows up as loneliness, not being able to connect with people and retreating within, but God is here to deliver you today. It’s time to crossover to the new you and ask God if you are dealing with the spirit of rejection and be free. Wherever you are right now, receive God’s love. {16:51} Embrace inner healing and deliverance. As a child, I remember my Mom was fasting and praying. A woman came over and said she wanted to talk to her. During this visit, the woman began to manifest demons and what I witnessed was terrifying - her body began to contort and she let out a scream.  What I witnessed caused me to be so fearful, I couldn’t be in a room by myself. The spirit of fear gripped me so bad that even my hair began to fall out. I even developed skin problems at this time. That incident was the door the spirit of fear crept into and I struggled with it into adulthood, until I was delivered when I begged God to deliver me from the spirit of fear.  Once God delivered me from the spirit spirit of fear, he also delivered me from rejection. Rejection is the dominant spirit that hides behind fear when we aren’t rooted in God’s love and haven’t full accepted the Spirit of adoption. {29:08} Embrace safe people, healthy people and those you can trust. There is healing there. One of my favorite verses, is Psalm 68:6. It says that God will set the lonely in families. You may not be close with your parents or family members, but God will supernaturally give you what you don’t have. I’ve experienced this in my own life with my spiritual father. I God is going to give you a place to go and a people where you can lay you shoulder on express your pain. Today is a new day for you and I believe that angels of joy are coming to bring life into your atmosphere and you’ll receive double for your trouble.ScripturesRomans 8:15Psalm 68:6Isaiah 61:7Psalm 27:10

Welcome to another episode of #FeminineFridays. This episode is very powerful today. As many of you know, I dealt with quite a bit of childhood trauma that left me with a spirit of rejection and fear. I lived in bondage until God freed me. I know many others struggle with these same spirits or some may not even know this is what is operating in their life, so I want you to listen to this today. Our basis scripture is Romans 8:15. And I believe, that as you listen to this, the same presence that I felt recording this will invade wherever you are. Let’s get into these three points on deliverance from the spirit of fear and rejection and get back to the original design God has for our lives.<ol><li>{4:52} Be free from the orphan spirit and receive the Spirit of adoption from our Heavenly Father. Some of you have encountered lots of rejection and most of our problems as adults come from rejection. Studies have shown rejection can even be felt as a a baby. There’s a difference between being rejected and receiving rejection. Growing up I knew that my mom loved me, but I felt very distant. Some of you may feel that same way - not receiving hugs, or having been affirmed or even able to cry as a child leads to rejection.  Once rejection is received it shows up as loneliness, not being able to connect with people and retreating within, but God is here to deliver you today. It’s time to crossover to the new you and ask God if you are dealing with the spirit of rejection and be free. Wherever you are right now, receive God’s love. </li><li>{16:51} Embrace inner healing and deliverance. As a child, I remember my Mom was fasting and praying. A woman came over and said she wanted to talk to her. During this visit, the woman began to manifest demons and what I witnessed was terrifying - her body began to contort and she let out a scream.  What I witnessed caused me to be so fearful, I couldn’t be in a room by myself. The spirit of fear gripped me so bad that even my hair began to fall out. I even developed skin problems at this time. That incident was the door the spirit of fear crept into and I struggled with it into adulthood, until I was delivered when I begged God to deliver me from the spirit of fear.  Once God delivered me from the spirit spirit of fear, he also delivered me from rejection. Rejection is the dominant spirit that hides behind fear when we aren’t rooted in God’s love and haven’t full accepted the Spirit of adoption. </li><li>{29:08} Embrace safe people, healthy people and those you can trust. There is healing there. One of my favorite verses, is Psalm 68:6. It says that God will set the lonely in families. You may not be close with your parents or family members, but God will supernaturally give you what you don’t have. I’ve experienced this in my own life with my spiritual father. I God is going to give you a place to go and a people where you can lay you shoulder on express your pain. Today is a new day for you and I believe that angels of joy are coming to bring life into your atmosphere and you’ll receive double for your trouble.</li></ol>Scriptures Romans 8:15 Psalm 68:6 Isaiah 61:7 Psalm 27:10

#FeminineFridays Overcoming the Spirit of Fear

Here we are, the final episode of the “That Girl” series! I can’t believe it! Today I want to talk more about atmospheres and really dive into all the difference it can make in your life and in your conversations. If you are a part of my blog community, then you probably read last Sunday about how I took my daughter out of state to design school. Side note, if you aren’t a part of my blog community, make sure you subscribe at https://www.amandaferguson.org. The reason why my husband and I took my daughter out of state to design school, was we discovered she was just too advanced  for her current school and needed a change in atmosphere. She needed to be in the right community to flourish. If you’ve read my Woman, Arise book available at https://www.womanarisethebook.com, then you know I talk about the difference of how I grieved my mother’s passing and my miscarriage. It was community - grieving with the right people made all the difference. As adults, I think we underestimate the power of community. I’e watched my children on their first day of school find a friend. Our nature is to desire  community for bonding and when we stop craving that, usually its because of offense or anger. So, I want to share three things that will help you find the right community:1.{3:48} Atmospheres are important. Being in the right atmosphere can replenish and refresh you. If you are in the wrong atmosphere, it can drain you and suck the life out you. Taking my daughter out of state introduced her to a new atmosphere that refreshed her and was a place where she could grow. If you aren’t growing in your atmomosphere, then something in you is dying because we are made to flourish. What type of atmosphere are you in now?   2.{5:35} What conversations are you entertaining? Conversations around beauty, your life, God’s design and your visions are life giving conversations. Conversations of gossip, unforgiveness and bitterness only produce chaos. Conversations you entertain, will be what you produce in your life. Ask yourself this: are the conversations you are having life giving, energizing and healing to you? In that new atmosphere my daughter was in, I noticed she was having different conversations with the other girls who had been there before. They were teaching her new things. Feminine Collective is just like that and it’s not my community our community. It’s for us women who want to live for Jesus.   It was amazing to see how quickly my daughter adapted and lit up during those conversations. When you see other women tearing each other down, I want you to be a part of the solution that says, “Why are you tearing down someone that you don’t know?” I’ve seen some of my closets friend ripped to shreds over false opinions online. Be the type of woman with a different conversation. Every person who tries to attack you when you are putting your best foot forward, don’t let that get to you.3. {12:04} Future planning. Where there is no vision the people perish. One thing I noticed, was that all the girls were sharing with each other what they would make in the future. Some said they would design wedding dresses or anniversary dresses and my daughter said she will even make me a birthday dress. The point is they were all submersed in the vision for their future. My thought is this: I cannot bond over the past, I’m not there anymore. Last thing, you were not made to be a loner, you were made to be in community. That’s something that me and over a hundred ladies are building in Feminine Woman Collective and I want you to be a part of it. Registration officially closes tonight, so make sure to visit http://femininewomancollective.com to join vibrant community of women encouraging women.   Scriptures:Proverbs 29:18

Here we are, the final episode of the “That Girl” series! I can’t believe it! Today I want to talk more about atmospheres and really dive into all the difference it can make in your life and in your conversations. If you are a part of my blog community, then you probably read last Sunday about how I took my daughter out of state to design school. Side note, if you aren’t a part of my blog community, make sure you subscribe at <a href="https://www.amandaferguson.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amandaferguson.org</a>. The reason why my husband and I took my daughter out of state to design school, was we discovered she was just too advanced  for her current school and needed a change in atmosphere. She needed to be in the right community to flourish. If you’ve read my Woman, Arise book available at <a href="https://www.womanarisethebook.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.womanarisethebook.com</a>, then you know I talk about the difference of how I grieved my mother’s passing and my miscarriage. It was community - grieving with the right people made all the difference. As adults, I think we underestimate the power of community. I’e watched my children on their first day of school find a friend. Our nature is to desire  community for bonding and when we stop craving that, usually its because of offense or anger. So, I want to share three things that will help you find the right community:1.{3:48} Atmospheres are important. Being in the right atmosphere can replenish and refresh you. If you are in the wrong atmosphere, it can drain you and suck the life out you. Taking my daughter out of state introduced her to a new atmosphere that refreshed her and was a place where she could grow. If you aren’t growing in your atmomosphere, then something in you is dying because we are made to flourish. What type of atmosphere are you in now?   2.{5:35} What conversations are you entertaining? Conversations around beauty, your life, God’s design and your visions are life giving conversations. Conversations of gossip, unforgiveness and bitterness only produce chaos. Conversations you entertain, will be what you produce in your life. Ask yourself this: are the conversations you are having life giving, energizing and healing to you? In that new atmosphere my daughter was in, I noticed she was having different conversations with the other girls who had been there before. They were teaching her new things. Feminine Collective is just like that and it’s not my community our community. It’s for us women who want to live for Jesus.   It was amazing to see how quickly my daughter adapted and lit up during those conversations. When you see other women tearing each other down, I want you to be a part of the solution that says, “Why are you tearing down someone that you don’t know?” I’ve seen some of my closets friend ripped to shreds over false opinions online. Be the type of woman with a different conversation. Every person who tries to attack you when you are putting your best foot forward, don’t let that get to you.3. {12:04} Future planning. Where there is no vision the people perish. One thing I noticed, was that all the girls were sharing with each other what they would make in the future. Some said they would design wedding dresses or anniversary dresses and my daughter said she will even make me a birthday dress. The point is they were all submersed in the vision for their future. My thought is this: I cannot bond over the past, I’m not there anymore. Last thing, you were not made to be a loner, you were made to be in community. That’s something that me and over a hundred ladies are building in Feminine Woman Collective and I want you to be a part of it. Registration officially closes tonight, so make sure to visit <a href="http://femininewomancollective.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://femininewomancollective.com</a> to join vibrant community of women encouraging women.   Scriptures:Proverbs 29:18

#FeminineFridays That Girl: Part 4

Welcome to “That Girl Part 3," of our week podcast, Feminine Fridays.  I cannot believe that we are almost at the end of this series, which has been completely amazing! Can you do me a favor and tag 2 or 3 of your friends that can benefit from this teaching? Right now there are so many shows and social media posts filled with deception, and I strongly believe that people need a fresh perspective of truth. So with that said, let’s dive into becoming That Girl, Part 3.1. Our appearance is a reflection of ourself.  When I was younger, my mother used to tell me to take pride in my appearance. I never saw my mom go to the mailbox in slippers or leave with her hair undone.  She only had two suits to wear to church every Sunday, but those two suits were always clean and nice. You don't always have to be dressed up everywhere you go, but taking time in your appearance and not wearing pajamas or slippers out of the house makes a difference. Your appearance is a reflection of you and what people will associate you to.2. Have the conviction of the Holy Spirit in your clothing. I went through many traumatic experiences as a child and in my teens and adulthood I entered into a rebellious stage where I wanted to dress to get men’s attention. That’s what you see on social media today - women dressing in a promiscious way for attention. But it’s just a reflection of a broken soul. I cannot tell you how to dress, but the Holy Spirit, the Spirit of truth can lead you. When I get dressed, I do so with the conviction of the Holy Spirit knowing that I represent Jesus in my appearance and want to exude His excellence. There was time where I didn’t want to dress well and was very religious in my appearance after I was saved. I didn’t wear make up as not to draw attraction to myself. However, ladies we are a work of art. So I’ll leave you with this, dress how you want to be addressed.Lastly , Feminine Woman Collective is open. Feminine Woman Collective is an online christian membership community where women gather to grow in a deeper relationship with God and with each other, plus learn womanhood God’s way. I am a certified etiquette coach, and you’ll be learning from me. I have a decade of etiquette teaching and source from The Father. It’s all about owning who you are, and knowing whose you are. You join us today by visiting http://femininewomancollective.com for a low monthly price. You'll receive weekly teachings from me like Womanhood Wednesdays and invites to exclusive LIVE events. See you inside:) ScripturesJohn 16:8John 16:13

Welcome to “That Girl Part 3," of our week podcast, Feminine Fridays.  I cannot believe that we are almost at the end of this series, which has been completely amazing! Can you do me a favor and tag 2 or 3 of your friends that can benefit from this teaching? Right now there are so many shows and social media posts filled with deception, and I strongly believe that people need a fresh perspective of truth. So with that said, let’s dive into becoming That Girl, Part 3.1. Our appearance is a reflection of ourself.  When I was younger, my mother used to tell me to take pride in my appearance. I never saw my mom go to the mailbox in slippers or leave with her hair undone.  She only had two suits to wear to church every Sunday, but those two suits were always clean and nice. You don't always have to be dressed up everywhere you go, but taking time in your appearance and not wearing pajamas or slippers out of the house makes a difference. Your appearance is a reflection of you and what people will associate you to.2. Have the conviction of the Holy Spirit in your clothing. I went through many traumatic experiences as a child and in my teens and adulthood I entered into a rebellious stage where I wanted to dress to get men’s attention. That’s what you see on social media today - women dressing in a promiscious way for attention. But it’s just a reflection of a broken soul. I cannot tell you how to dress, but the Holy Spirit, the Spirit of truth can lead you. When I get dressed, I do so with the conviction of the Holy Spirit knowing that I represent Jesus in my appearance and want to exude His excellence. There was time where I didn’t want to dress well and was very religious in my appearance after I was saved. I didn’t wear make up as not to draw attraction to myself. However, ladies we are a work of art. So I’ll leave you with this, dress how you want to be addressed.Lastly , Feminine Woman Collective is open. Feminine Woman Collective is an online christian membership community where women gather to grow in a deeper relationship with God and with each other, plus learn womanhood God’s way. I am a certified etiquette coach, and you’ll be learning from me. I have a decade of etiquette teaching and source from The Father. It’s all about owning who you are, and knowing whose you are. You join us today by visiting <a href="http://femininewomancollective.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://femininewomancollective.com</a> for a low monthly price. You'll receive weekly teachings from me like Womanhood Wednesdays and invites to exclusive LIVE events. See you inside:) ScripturesJohn 16:8John 16:13

#FeminineFridays That Girl: Part 3

Welcome to another episode of #FeminineFridays! Today’s episode is something I am so passionate about. Kindness. Many people meet me and say, "Wow, you're just as kind as you are on social media." This always strikes me as weird because I believe that all Christians should be kind. A mean Christian is weird. In today's society, we've normalized toxicity and trauma so much, that anything above that, is deemed to be fake. I want to dive deep into that today and teach how it's okay to leave toxicity behind in order to move towards God's original design for us.  1. {1:30} Being gifted doesn’t equate to having the fruit of the Spirit. In Galations 5, the fruit of the Spirit is characterized as love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, and faithfulness. When I encounter people, I want them to meet the love of Jesus and someone full of kindness. I believe that as a people we’ve been through so much trauma, that it’s caused us to go into survival mode. I’ve found that most women who are brash, have always expressed that they had to take care of themselves and fight to survive as children. Can I tell you something? We are not children anymore.2. {3:16} It’s time to start taking responsibility for ourselves and choose different environments. Many years ago, when I first got married, my husband and I went to see some of my old family members. They were very abrasive and brash and I noticed that in that environment, I began to go in a shell and enter into a tough exterior.  I went into a survival mentality. If you’ve ever experienced this, understand this, you can decide which atmospheres you want to be. It doesn’t matter if its your family or close friends or if you are trying to be the “bigger person". You do not have to go.3. {5:25} You are supposed to be different. There will and may already be those around you who say you are different or try to bring up your past to discourage you from growing into your next. If that is you right now, take that as a sign of your growth. Some people don’t understand the transformation taking place inside of you. I love being around people who want to get better. That's why I sign up for courses, and go to the gym -  the atmosphere is amazing. Will you be brave enough to flourish in your transformation or strive to prove to those unwilling to change that you haven’t?Lastly, this morning, I spoke life into my three daughters and they began to cry and beam with joy. The reason why was because I was pointing them to Jesus and encouraging them. Sometimes you need someone in your life to build you up and that’s what my new community is about. It's about women coming together and supporting each other on their unique transformation journey.It’s time for you to make a decision. Will you be brave enough to say you need women around you that will lift you up and help you on this journey? If you said yes, then I invite you to join over 100 here: http://www.femininewomancollective.comScriptures:Galations 5:22-23

Welcome to another episode of #FeminineFridays! Today’s episode is something I am so passionate about. Kindness. Many people meet me and say, "Wow, you're just as kind as you are on social media." This always strikes me as weird because I believe that all Christians should be kind. A mean Christian is weird. In today's society, we've normalized toxicity and trauma so much, that anything above that, is deemed to be fake. I want to dive deep into that today and teach how it's okay to leave toxicity behind in order to move towards God's original design for us.  1. {1:30} Being gifted doesn’t equate to having the fruit of the Spirit. In Galations 5, the fruit of the Spirit is characterized as love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, and faithfulness. When I encounter people, I want them to meet the love of Jesus and someone full of kindness. I believe that as a people we’ve been through so much trauma, that it’s caused us to go into survival mode. I’ve found that most women who are brash, have always expressed that they had to take care of themselves and fight to survive as children. Can I tell you something? We are not children anymore.2. {3:16} It’s time to start taking responsibility for ourselves and choose different environments. Many years ago, when I first got married, my husband and I went to see some of my old family members. They were very abrasive and brash and I noticed that in that environment, I began to go in a shell and enter into a tough exterior.  I went into a survival mentality. If you’ve ever experienced this, understand this, you can decide which atmospheres you want to be. It doesn’t matter if its your family or close friends or if you are trying to be the “bigger person". You do not have to go.3. {5:25} You are supposed to be different. There will and may already be those around you who say you are different or try to bring up your past to discourage you from growing into your next. If that is you right now, take that as a sign of your growth. Some people don’t understand the transformation taking place inside of you. I love being around people who want to get better. That's why I sign up for courses, and go to the gym -  the atmosphere is amazing. Will you be brave enough to flourish in your transformation or strive to prove to those unwilling to change that you haven’t?Lastly, this morning, I spoke life into my three daughters and they began to cry and beam with joy. The reason why was because I was pointing them to Jesus and encouraging them. Sometimes you need someone in your life to build you up and that’s what my new community is about. It's about women coming together and supporting each other on their unique transformation journey.It’s time for you to make a decision. Will you be brave enough to say you need women around you that will lift you up and help you on this journey? If you said yes, then I invite you to join over 100 here: <a href="http://www.femininewomancollective.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.femininewomancollective.com</a>Scriptures:Galations 5:22-23

#FeminineFridays That Girl: Part 2

It’s been so long since I’ve done a podcast show and I am so excited to be back for this new weekly series, #FeminineFridays. You may have seen my instagram posts about becoming “That Girl.” Today, I am going to unpack that in this episode.  And since, its been a while, let’s think of this episode as a commencement. The ending of one season and into a new one of becoming “That Girl”. So, what does that look like? Let’s unpack it. Becoming That Girl{0:34} Becoming that girl is recognizing who and whose you are, that you are the daughter of a King and that there is greatness and purpose inside of you no matter what your past or pain looks like. God has a great future planned for you!  {1:02} This episode marks a commencement for you - the closing of one season and entry into a new season. A part of becoming that girl is having a prophetic perspective of your future. Many years ago the enemy tried to convince me that I would never be happy, married, or have children until I had a radical encounter with Jesus. I had to continue to go to the presence and be in a strong community of women to keep a prophetic perspective about my future, and I want the same for you :)  {3:17} Take courage. It’s time to forget the former things and embrace the new. It takes courage to say, “God thank you for this chapter in my life, but I want to be ushered into my next,” it takes courage to realize you’re not around the right people, and it takes courage to put yourself out there and find the right people. I know how hard that can be and I want to invite you to my brand new community of women who are ready to become “that girl”. It’s a community with an emphasis on love and womanhood :) Join me and over 100 women at http://www.femininewomancollective.comSee you inside:)Amanda FergusonScripturesIsaiah 43:18Proverbs 29:18

It’s been so long since I’ve done a podcast show and I am so excited to be back for this new weekly series, #FeminineFridays. You may have seen my instagram posts about becoming “That Girl.” Today, I am going to unpack that in this episode.  And since, its been a while, let’s think of this episode as a commencement. The ending of one season and into a new one of becoming “That Girl”. So, what does that look like? Let’s unpack it. Becoming That Girl<ol><li>{0:34} Becoming that girl is recognizing who and whose you are, that you are the daughter of a King and that there is greatness and purpose inside of you no matter what your past or pain looks like. God has a great future planned for you!  </li><li>{1:02} This episode marks a commencement for you - the closing of one season and entry into a new season. A part of becoming that girl is having a prophetic perspective of your future. Many years ago the enemy tried to convince me that I would never be happy, married, or have children until I had a radical encounter with Jesus. I had to continue to go to the presence and be in a strong community of women to keep a prophetic perspective about my future, and I want the same for you :)  </li><li>{3:17} Take courage. It’s time to forget the former things and embrace the new. It takes courage to say, “God thank you for this chapter in my life, but I want to be ushered into my next,” it takes courage to realize you’re not around the right people, and it takes courage to put yourself out there and find the right people. I know how hard that can be and I want to invite you to my brand new community of women who are ready to become “that girl”. It’s a community with an emphasis on love and womanhood :) Join me and over 100 women at <a href="http://www.femininewomancollective.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.femininewomancollective.com</a></li></ol> See you inside:)Amanda FergusonScripturesIsaiah 43:18Proverbs 29:18

#FeminineFridays That Girl: Part 1

This week's episode is about being a softer feminine woman. Many of you know I was sexually abused as a child and in turn, I did not want to be soft, but very tough.  So, listen to this episode with open ears and an open heart. Then I want to see you tomorrow in Feminine Woman Workshop group where I’ll be LIVE to talk about this episode. You can join the group at no cost at https://femininewomanworkshop.com.1. Your Relationship with Christ is the Foundation {3:08}  Worship to God is amazing; there is nothing more beautiful than to layout in the presence of God. Worship is where we pour we our hearts out to God like water. God does not need a break from you.  You may have poured out your heart to others and they said it was too much or criticized you for it. It's not too much for God; He cares about every detail of your life.2. You Have to Heal {10:28} On the inside, I had a soft nature, but I didn’t want to show it. Even after I was saved, I had the residue of my past and had to do the work to return to God’s original design for me. I felt like I was sexually abused as a child by my youth pastor because I wasn’t tough enough. As a teenager, I decided to change my nature, so no one could take advantage of me. I became the attacker who fought people, cursed them out, and was very sarcastic. Sarcasm is a trauma response and means to tear, cut, and rip.  God did not intend for women to be harsh, rough, hard, or sarcastic. Whatever you don’t heal from, you will perpetuate yourself.3. Watch Your Tone {21:12} It’s not about what you say, but how you say it. From experience, when you've been through trauma and never let your guard down, you hurt people. Being tired or frustrated, is no excuse to have a harsh tone. In my life, when I am frustrated or overwhelmed, I am honest with my children. Sometimes I put on worship music and change the atmosphere. My kids need to see me face difficult times and overcome trials. This makes them resilient. Moms you don’t have to be perfect, let your children see you work through it in an age-appropriate way.4. Watch Your Posture {30:31} Posture and poise can affect your outfit and overall look. I haven’t always known how to walk in heels - I had to practice. With anything, if you want to improve on it, you must practice. I teach more on this in my Feminine Woman Academy.5. Pamper Yourself {34:26} We can get so busy that we don’t take our time. Before I was saved, I got up at the very last minute to get ready for work. It’s better to take your time getting ready by moisturizing your skin, brushing your hair, and doing your make-up to look your best. Listen, if you haven’t been taking your time getting ready every day, can we all commit together to looking our best?  There are so many resources available at no cost to help you along the way.  Let’s take enough time for ourselves, so we can feel what it’s like to be soft and pampered.6. Listen without Being Defensive {47:33} A part of being a softer feminine woman is being a good listener. I used to be very defensive. I would be quick to respond, ready to outtalk anyone, and ready for attack. I learned in my past friendships to listen even if I didn’t agree. However, I find with Christians, that if anyone disagrees with them, it’s warfare. Everyone that doesn’t agree with you is not trying to attack you.7. Change Environments {52:50} Sometimes you need to change environments. What I love about Feminine Woman Academy is that we have students from all over the world. You're the average of the five people you spend the most time with. FWA is full of students who want to  grow with other safe, like-minded women. Join the waitlist here.

This week's episode is about being a softer feminine woman. Many of you know I was sexually abused as a child and in turn, I did not want to be soft, but very tough.  So, listen to this episode with open ears and an open heart. Then I want to see you tomorrow in Feminine Woman Workshop group where I’ll be LIVE to talk about this episode. You can join the group at no cost at <a href="https://femininewomanworkshop.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://femininewomanworkshop.com</a>.1. Your Relationship with Christ is the Foundation {3:08}  Worship to God is amazing; there is nothing more beautiful than to layout in the presence of God. Worship is where we pour we our hearts out to God like water. God does not need a break from you.  You may have poured out your heart to others and they said it was too much or criticized you for it. It's not too much for God; He cares about every detail of your life.2. You Have to Heal {10:28} On the inside, I had a soft nature, but I didn’t want to show it. Even after I was saved, I had the residue of my past and had to do the work to return to God’s original design for me. I felt like I was sexually abused as a child by my youth pastor because I wasn’t tough enough. As a teenager, I decided to change my nature, so no one could take advantage of me. I became the attacker who fought people, cursed them out, and was very sarcastic. Sarcasm is a trauma response and means to tear, cut, and rip.  God did not intend for women to be harsh, rough, hard, or sarcastic. Whatever you don’t heal from, you will perpetuate yourself.3. Watch Your Tone {21:12} It’s not about what you say, but how you say it. From experience, when you've been through trauma and never let your guard down, you hurt people. Being tired or frustrated, is no excuse to have a harsh tone. In my life, when I am frustrated or overwhelmed, I am honest with my children. Sometimes I put on worship music and change the atmosphere. My kids need to see me face difficult times and overcome trials. This makes them resilient. Moms you don’t have to be perfect, let your children see you work through it in an age-appropriate way.4. Watch Your Posture {30:31} Posture and poise can affect your outfit and overall look. I haven’t always known how to walk in heels - I had to practice. With anything, if you want to improve on it, you must practice. I teach more on this in my <a href="https://www.femininewomanacademy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Feminine Woman Academy.</a>5. Pamper Yourself {34:26} We can get so busy that we don’t take our time. Before I was saved, I got up at the very last minute to get ready for work. It’s better to take your time getting ready by moisturizing your skin, brushing your hair, and doing your make-up to look your best. Listen, if you haven’t been taking your time getting ready every day, can we all commit together to looking our best?  There are so many resources available at no cost to help you along the way.  Let’s take enough time for ourselves, so we can feel what it’s like to be soft and pampered.6. Listen without Being Defensive {47:33} A part of being a softer feminine woman is being a good listener. I used to be very defensive. I would be quick to respond, ready to outtalk anyone, and ready for attack. I learned in my past friendships to listen even if I didn’t agree. However, I find with Christians, that if anyone disagrees with them, it’s warfare. Everyone that doesn’t agree with you is not trying to attack you. 7. Change Environments {52:50} Sometimes you need to change environments. What I love about Feminine Woman Academy is that we have students from all over the world. You're the average of the five people you spend the most time with. FWA is full of students who want to  grow with other safe, like-minded women. Join the waitlist <a href="https://www.femininewomanacademy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.

How To Be A Softer Feminine Woman

Being an Etiquette and Femininity coach, I am passionate about Femininity being represented in God’s way. Social Media is full of many demonic ideas disguised as femininity, so I wanted to take some time out and break down Godly Femininity &amp; Demonic Femininity this week.  This is a re-broadcast from a Facebook live I did a year ago.  I know some of you do not follow me on Facebook or don’t have an account, so I wanted you to hear this. Listen, there are so many ideas out here from burning sage, to yoga, and crystals propagated as feminine or self-care and I want to teach you three things about Godly Femininity vs. Demonic Femininity. And remember, join us at FeminineWomanWorkshop.com to continue the discussion in our community, we can’t wait to see you inside.{5:20} Trauma will either drive you towards God or away from Him. Currently, the latest trends are people expressing the need to “get their energy right,” by burning sage, or “the best man for the job is a woman,” these are all things coined by many people who have unhealed trauma. This is something we see in society time after time, people being hurt and their expressions come from a bitter place of unhealed trauma. There is a biblical way to grieve and a demonic way to grieve.  However, bitterness grows, when pain is fed, and the heart becomes infected and ultimately wounded.  Oftentimes, just like Samuel in the Bible, people feel like God is not coming or perhaps taking too long and seek something else. They began to leave what they know and seek a familiar spirit because they have no root in God. If you are wondering if you are in the place, ask yourself if your thoughts about the person who hurt you have become bitter. I have been there before, but once I was delivered from bitterness I felt so free. God is here to heal your wounds today!{25: 50} Renounce the demonic realm and ask God to cleanse you. There is a supernatural divine and supernatural demonic.  Ephesians 4:27, says do not give place to the enemy and the word, “place,” in that scripture means entry point. The entry point is just a tiny crack to enter in, and some of those ways were mentioned in point one. Other entry points could be other things that may seem harmless but are not such as chakras and yoga. The definition of chakra is defined as “any number of psychic energy centers of the body.”  This chakra and yoni steam are of the occult. Yoni steam is often described as “healing the womb” and derives from hinduism. However, in Jeremiah 30:17, God says, “I will restore you to health. I will heal your wounds.” Are we looking to God to heal and restore or to things of the world?  Whether you feel you have been a part of occult practices or not, you should ask the Lord to wash and cleanse you and renounce the demonic realm.{48:08} There is no permanent deliverance without falling passionately in love with Jesus. Earlier in my walk with God, I  broke up with a boyfriend and when I saw him in a photograph with another girl, I was so upset. I went back to drinking and smoking. However, after that night, I felt God still calling me. After that day, the only way I maintained my deliverance was by falling passionately in love with Jesus.Join my complimentary workshop here:https://femininewomanworkshop.comGet the Inner Healing &amp; Deliverance audio blueprint :https://www.womanarisethebook.comScriptures1 Samuel 28:6-7Job 2:7-9Jeremiah 30:17Acts 16:16Exodus 15:26Ephesians 4:27

Being an Etiquette and Femininity coach, I am passionate about Femininity being represented in God’s way. Social Media is full of many demonic ideas disguised as femininity, so I wanted to take some time out and break down Godly Femininity &amp; Demonic Femininity this week.  This is a re-broadcast from a Facebook live I did a year ago.  I know some of you do not follow me on Facebook or don’t have an account, so I wanted you to hear this. Listen, there are so many ideas out here from burning sage, to yoga, and crystals propagated as feminine or self-care and I want to teach you three things about Godly Femininity vs. Demonic Femininity. And remember, join us at <a href="http://femininewomanworkshop.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FeminineWomanWorkshop.com</a> to continue the discussion in our community, we can’t wait to see you inside.{5:20} Trauma will either drive you towards God or away from Him. Currently, the latest trends are people expressing the need to “get their energy right,” by burning sage, or “the best man for the job is a woman,” these are all things coined by many people who have unhealed trauma. This is something we see in society time after time, people being hurt and their expressions come from a bitter place of unhealed trauma. There is a biblical way to grieve and a demonic way to grieve.  However, bitterness grows, when pain is fed, and the heart becomes infected and ultimately wounded.  Oftentimes, just like Samuel in the Bible, people feel like God is not coming or perhaps taking too long and seek something else. They began to leave what they know and seek a familiar spirit because they have no root in God. If you are wondering if you are in the place, ask yourself if your thoughts about the person who hurt you have become bitter. I have been there before, but once I was delivered from bitterness I felt so free. God is here to heal your wounds today!{25: 50} Renounce the demonic realm and ask God to cleanse you. There is a supernatural divine and supernatural demonic.  Ephesians 4:27, says do not give place to the enemy and the word, “place,” in that scripture means entry point. The entry point is just a tiny crack to enter in, and some of those ways were mentioned in point one. Other entry points could be other things that may seem harmless but are not such as chakras and yoga. The definition of chakra is defined as “any number of psychic energy centers of the body.”  This chakra and yoni steam are of the occult. Yoni steam is often described as “healing the womb” and derives from hinduism. However, in Jeremiah 30:17, God says, “I will restore you to health. I will heal your wounds.” Are we looking to God to heal and restore or to things of the world?  Whether you feel you have been a part of occult practices or not, you should ask the Lord to wash and cleanse you and renounce the demonic realm.{48:08} There is no permanent deliverance without falling passionately in love with Jesus. Earlier in my walk with God, I  broke up with a boyfriend and when I saw him in a photograph with another girl, I was so upset. I went back to drinking and smoking. However, after that night, I felt God still calling me. After that day, the only way I maintained my deliverance was by falling passionately in love with Jesus.Join my complimentary workshop here:<a href="https://femininewomanworkshop.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://femininewomanworkshop.com</a> Get the Inner Healing &amp; Deliverance audio blueprint :<a href="https://www.womanarisethebook.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.womanarisethebook.com</a>Scriptures1 Samuel 28:6-7Job 2:7-9Jeremiah 30:17Acts 16:16Exodus 15:26Ephesians 4:27

Godly Femininity vs. Demonic Femininity

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Pour Out Your Heart Like Water

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The Amanda Ferguson Show

When you feel like you have already progressed so far, it can be hard to force yourself to stop, turn back and look at the beginnings of your story. This is exactly what was being asked of me by my therapist. I did not like it. I was thriving! My business was successful, my kids and I were spending quality time together and my husband and I were living the dream.So why would I ever look to my past?At this point in my life, I kept trying to advance in the goals and dreams I had for myself, but nothing was working out. Have you ever felt like you were doing everything in your power to make something happen and the results just would not show up? Well, I had to come to the hard realization, by my therapist, that all my chasing was for nothing if I continued to chase after my future.Now, that sounds confusing so let me break it down. My problem wasn’t that I was going after my dreams. It was that I was pursuing my dreams so aggressively as a way to avoid what I actually needed to confront.My past.In trying to avoid the pain I still quietly carried in my heart, I was trying to trail blaze through all my goals for the future. I want to save you some time and tell you that you will only be able to get so far in your life, dreams and goals before you will have to turn back and confront.My therapist was painfully spot on. The pain of dealing with what had happened in my family was too difficult to process. Hardships, financial problems, deaths, abandonment and more were too much for me to deal with then, and it still felt too hard as an adult. As a result, I decided, whether I realized it or not, that I would not stop to process the memories. I would simply outrun them instead.Unsurprisingly, that didn’t work. I thought I still had to “become”. However, I would never feel like I “arrived” until I dealt with those broken pieces inside of me. Only then would I truly become the best version of myself and no longer have the need to chase anything.If you can relate to any of this, I want you to know that it is your reality. You don’t have to chase anything. That instinct to chase comes from feeling that you still need to get work done before you can call yourself a success. Except, you already are a success. If you want the best for your life, you are already on the right track.So instead of getting frustrated and discouraged in your pursuit to live your best life, make success chase you instead. How? You need to start from the beginning. Follow the three tips I learned along the way and implement them! I was surprised at how these small tips made such a huge impact in every area of my life.How to Make Success Chase You[10:25] Slow down to speed up. I know you want to run through your goals, but you would be amazed at how much you can get done when you take the time to slow down your pace.[11:57] Allow your pain to unravel in layers. The process may take time. It could be days, weeks or months. Be gentle and give yourself the time you need to fully go through this process.[18:18] Choose you. This does not make you selfish, it is necessary!Subscribe &amp; ReviewHave you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click here to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week.I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on iTunes. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast.For more of The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!Also, to be the first to receive email alerts, subscribe to amandasclub.com. Thank you so much!References:Feminine Woman Academy, https://www.femininewomanacademy.com/

When you feel like you have already progressed so far, it can be hard to force yourself to stop, turn back and look at the beginnings of your story. This is exactly what was being asked of me by my therapist. I did not like it. I was thriving! My business was successful, my kids and I were spending quality time together and my husband and I were living the dream.So why would I ever look to my past?At this point in my life, I kept trying to advance in the goals and dreams I had for myself, but nothing was working out. Have you ever felt like you were doing everything in your power to make something happen and the results just would not show up? Well, I had to come to the hard realization, by my therapist, that all my chasing was for nothing if I continued to chase after my future.Now, that sounds confusing so let me break it down. My problem wasn’t that I was going after my dreams. It was that I was pursuing my dreams so aggressively as a way to avoid what I actually needed to confront.My past.In trying to avoid the pain I still quietly carried in my heart, I was trying to trail blaze through all my goals for the future. I want to save you some time and tell you that you will only be able to get so far in your life, dreams and goals before you will have to turn back and confront.My therapist was painfully spot on. The pain of dealing with what had happened in my family was too difficult to process. Hardships, financial problems, deaths, abandonment and more were too much for me to deal with then, and it still felt too hard as an adult. As a result, I decided, whether I realized it or not, that I would not stop to process the memories. I would simply outrun them instead.Unsurprisingly, that didn’t work. I thought I still had to “become”. However, I would never feel like I “arrived” until I dealt with those broken pieces inside of me. Only then would I truly become the best version of myself and no longer have the need to chase anything.If you can relate to any of this, I want you to know that it is your reality. You don’t have to chase anything. That instinct to chase comes from feeling that you still need to get work done before you can call yourself a success. Except, you already are a success. If you want the best for your life, you are already on the right track.So instead of getting frustrated and discouraged in your pursuit to live your best life, make success chase you instead. How? You need to start from the beginning. Follow the three tips I learned along the way and implement them! I was surprised at how these small tips made such a huge impact in every area of my life.How to Make Success Chase You[10:25] Slow down to speed up. I know you want to run through your goals, but you would be amazed at how much you can get done when you take the time to slow down your pace.[11:57] Allow your pain to unravel in layers. The process may take time. It could be days, weeks or months. Be gentle and give yourself the time you need to fully go through this process.[18:18] Choose you. This does not make you selfish, it is necessary!Subscribe &amp; ReviewHave you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week.I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984#see-all/reviews" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast.For more of The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!Also, to be the first to receive email alerts, <a href="https://amandasclub.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">subscribe</a> to <a href="http://amandasclub.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">amandasclub.com</a>. Thank you so much!References:Feminine Woman Academy, <a href="https://www.femininewomanacademy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.femininewomanacademy.com/</a>

The Grace to Confront

Have you felt that your armor is worn out from fighting against the darkness? In this episode, I would encourage you to become a woman of worship more so than a woman of warfare. Worship is a powerful and unique weapon of war in the spiritual realm. There is a shift in the atmosphere when we seek and worship Him for who He truly is. This equips us to fight against the enemy with God’s mighty power and presence. I want to share some of my practices when it comes to waiting on the Lord and ultimately entering into His mighty presence. It is crucial to remember that God will handle all things that concern His children. Allow me to teach you about embracing trials and tribulations to become a victorious child of God. 4 principles of using worship as a weapon of warfare:   [5:50] Be rooted and grounded in the Word of God. This is how we can stay strong and fight against the wilds of the enemy.   [7:47] Rest and wait upon the Lord. You must expect that God will take care of you and never react to the problem.   [14:25] You must crave the presence of the Lord. If you have not craved God’s presence is because you haven’t been putting in the time to seek Him.   [21:00] Acknowledge that God is the Almighty and Sovereign over any situation.   Subscribe &amp; Review in iTunes Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If you have not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click here to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on iTunes. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I enjoy reading your reviews and comments. Do not forget to let me know what is your favorite part of the podcast. For more The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much! Links mentioned in this podcast: Amanda’s email club www.amandasclub.com References: Bill Johnson’s book: “God is Good” 2 Chronicles 20:1-29 1 Peter 4:12-13 1 Peter 5:8 Isaiah 26:3 Isaiah 40:31

Have you felt that your armor is worn out from fighting against the darkness? In this episode, I would encourage you to become a woman of worship more so than a woman of warfare. Worship is a powerful and unique weapon of war in the spiritual realm. There is a shift in the atmosphere when we seek and worship Him for who He truly is. This equips us to fight against the enemy with God’s mighty power and presence. I want to share some of my practices when it comes to waiting on the Lord and ultimately entering into His mighty presence. It is crucial to remember that God will handle all things that concern His children. Allow me to teach you about embracing trials and tribulations to become a victorious child of God. 4 principles of using worship as a weapon of warfare: <ol> <li> [5:50] Be rooted and grounded in the Word of God. This is how we can stay strong and fight against the wilds of the enemy. </li> <li> [7:47] Rest and wait upon the Lord. You must expect that God will take care of you and never react to the problem. </li> <li> [14:25] You must crave the presence of the Lord. If you have not craved God’s presence is because you haven’t been putting in the time to seek Him. </li> <li> [21:00] Acknowledge that God is the Almighty and Sovereign over any situation. </li> </ol> Subscribe &amp; Review in iTunes Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If you have not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to subscribe in iTunes </a>to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984#see-all/reviews" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I enjoy reading your reviews and comments. Do not forget to let me know what is your favorite part of the podcast. For more The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much! Links mentioned in this podcast: Amanda’s email club <a href="http://www.amandasclub.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.amandasclub.com</a> References: Bill Johnson’s book: “God is Good” 2 Chronicles 20:1-29 1 Peter 4:12-13 1 Peter 5:8 Isaiah 26:3 Isaiah 40:31

Episode 3: Worship is my Warfare

As humans, we are constantly looking for validation. In this episode, I will discuss what it takes to be courageous and how to pursuit your dreams without asking others for permission. I would like to take this opportunity to remind you that God has called you to be a Pioneer. Pioneers do not have patterns, they start patterns. They blaze the trail and blazing trails can be uncomfortable. Listen in to get these three tips on having the courage to pursue your dreams and more!   [1:03] You must have the confidence to stand up for yourself and protect your dreams.   [5:10 ] Keep your mouth closed when surrounded by people that don’t have your drive and motivation.   [ 9:03] You can only do what God has placed in your heart.   You might feel the least qualified but you must lean on God’s divine instructions for your life. When God is calling you, it’s because He has a plan for you. Subscribe &amp; Review in iTunes Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If you have not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click here to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on iTunes. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I enjoy reading your reviews and comments. Do not forget to let me know what is your favorite part of the podcast. For more The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!

As humans, we are constantly looking for validation. In this episode, I will discuss what it takes to be courageous and how to pursuit your dreams without asking others for permission. I would like to take this opportunity to remind you that God has called you to be a Pioneer. Pioneers do not have patterns, they start patterns. They blaze the trail and blazing trails can be uncomfortable. Listen in to get these three tips on having the courage to pursue your dreams and more! <ol> <li> [1:03] You must have the confidence to stand up for yourself and protect your dreams. </li> <li> [5:10 ] Keep your mouth closed when surrounded by people that don’t have your drive and motivation. </li> <li> [ 9:03] You can only do what God has placed in your heart. </li> </ol> You might feel the least qualified but you must lean on God’s divine instructions for your life. When God is calling you, it’s because He has a plan for you. Subscribe &amp; Review in iTunes Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If you have not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to subscribe in iTunes</a> to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984#see-all/reviews" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I enjoy reading your reviews and comments. Do not forget to let me know what is your favorite part of the podcast. For more The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!

Bonus Episode: You Do Not Have to Ask Permission

As a wife I have the responsibility to bring peace, happiness and order to my marriage. A little spice never hurt either though! How to keep that special spice alive in your marriage is a question I get asked often. After seven years of marriage, it could have been easy to fall into the trap of getting comfortable instead of continuously going the extra mile for my husband.I remember when I was newly married how people would tell me the initial fire you feel at the beginning of marriage is bound to go away. I wouldn’t accept that. I can confidently say that my husband and I are just as in love now as we were in our first year. However, I had to be intentional.I love being a wife to my amazing husband and because I am so grateful to him, I go out of my way to make his life easier. Learning just how to do this was the part that took some extra effort. Scratch that, a lot of effort! One main key you will hear me talk about, is always looking presentable.That may sound simple, but years ago I didn’t know what I did now. One of the main arguments my husband and I would have was in how I dressed. Looking back, he was right, but at the moment I believed I knew way more about how to pull an outfit together than he did! Learning what hairstyle looked best on me and how to do it myself was tricky. Learning how to do my makeup right required trial and error. It didn’t happen overnight, but I got there! And you can too.It can be easy to give up before you even start trying to learn, but I promise you it is worth it. As his wife, I help set the tone of our marriage, so if I want sparks to fly I have to be a little strategic. Knowing that men are highly visual makes me want to look all the better for him. And if I am going to be honest, knowing that I look good to him makes me feel so in touch with my femininity.The same way I set out to be an uncommon wife, is the same way I made sure that my marriage would be full of passion. I discovered that keeping the passion alive didn’t take as much work as one might think. Follow along with my key tips on how to do it, I think you’ll be surprised at how easy you can implement them!5 Ways to Keep Your Spice As a Wife:[3:42] Dance around the house for no reason. It makes laughter and happiness come out![8:29] Keep a journal of what stresses out your husband. The less stressful your partner is, the more peace there will be in the house.[10:44] Look good while you cook. You should try to look presentable no matter what you are doing, but I especially advise some eye shadow while you cook![15:50] Spend extra time on your hair and makeup. If you aren’t too skilled, watch video tutorials online or visit a local beauty store that can service you.[23:57] Remind your husband how great he is to you. Men need to be told compliments too!Subscribe &amp; ReviewHave you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click here to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week.I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on iTunes. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast.For more of The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!Also, to be the first to receive email alerts, subscribe to amandasclub.com. Thank you so much!References:Feminine Woman Academy, https://www.femininewomanacademy.com/

As a wife I have the responsibility to bring peace, happiness and order to my marriage. A little spice never hurt either though! How to keep that special spice alive in your marriage is a question I get asked often. After seven years of marriage, it could have been easy to fall into the trap of getting comfortable instead of continuously going the extra mile for my husband.I remember when I was newly married how people would tell me the initial fire you feel at the beginning of marriage is bound to go away. I wouldn’t accept that. I can confidently say that my husband and I are just as in love now as we were in our first year. However, I had to be intentional.I love being a wife to my amazing husband and because I am so grateful to him, I go out of my way to make his life easier. Learning just how to do this was the part that took some extra effort. Scratch that, a lot of effort! One main key you will hear me talk about, is always looking presentable.That may sound simple, but years ago I didn’t know what I did now. One of the main arguments my husband and I would have was in how I dressed. Looking back, he was right, but at the moment I believed I knew way more about how to pull an outfit together than he did! Learning what hairstyle looked best on me and how to do it myself was tricky. Learning how to do my makeup right required trial and error. It didn’t happen overnight, but I got there! And you can too.It can be easy to give up before you even start trying to learn, but I promise you it is worth it. As his wife, I help set the tone of our marriage, so if I want sparks to fly I have to be a little strategic. Knowing that men are highly visual makes me want to look all the better for him. And if I am going to be honest, knowing that I look good to him makes me feel so in touch with my femininity.The same way I set out to be an uncommon wife, is the same way I made sure that my marriage would be full of passion. I discovered that keeping the passion alive didn’t take as much work as one might think. Follow along with my key tips on how to do it, I think you’ll be surprised at how easy you can implement them!5 Ways to Keep Your Spice As a Wife:[3:42] Dance around the house for no reason. It makes laughter and happiness come out![8:29] Keep a journal of what stresses out your husband. The less stressful your partner is, the more peace there will be in the house.[10:44] Look good while you cook. You should try to look presentable no matter what you are doing, but I especially advise some eye shadow while you cook![15:50] Spend extra time on your hair and makeup. If you aren’t too skilled, watch video tutorials online or visit a local beauty store that can service you.[23:57] Remind your husband how great he is to you. Men need to be told compliments too!Subscribe &amp; ReviewHave you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week.I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984#see-all/reviews" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast.For more of The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!Also, to be the first to receive email alerts, <a href="https://amandasclub.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">subscribe</a> to <a href="http://amandasclub.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">amandasclub.com</a>. Thank you so much!References:Feminine Woman Academy, <a href="https://www.femininewomanacademy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.femininewomanacademy.com/</a>

Five Ways to Keep Your Spice As A Wife

How to Trust Again When You’ve Been Hurt It’s Season 3 Episode 3. This podcast was inspired by my Facebook Live. Most of my audience are female and I constantly hear that people have been hurt by other women or other relationships in the church or even within your own family. I wanted to dig deeper into from my FB live about this subject. Grieving the loss of my mom became much more than the physical loss. I was also grieving the loss of the mom that I would never know. I always hoped that she and I would have a normal mother-daughter relationship. Unfortunately, that didn’t happen, so I began to I look to other woman in my life, to fill that void. Instead of receiving the openness I had expected from these ladies, I only found rejection. I was crushed and left to fend for myself during the most difficult time of my life. That experience left me guarded and withdrawn from relationships and from trusting people. The danger in all of this is I let the enemy turn my heart towards people and relationships.  Listen, some of you are fixers, and you are attracted to broken people, always thinking you are going to fix them. Please know you attract who you are. It’s time to make some changes. Here are 6 tips to learn how to trust again: [8:47] Our disappointments come from failed expectations. Not everyone is out to get you. It’s possible that the people you except to help you aren’t able to help themselves. They simply do not have the capacity to help you right now. Pray for healing and restoration for your heart, but also for their heart. They may need healing as well. [10:11] Surround yourself with safe people. Pray for God to bring and foster safe and healthy relationships into your life. Pray! [11:54] Healing can come through people, safe people. We all need to have people in our lives. Safe, non-judgmental people that you can go to. Surround yourself with people who love you for who you are, are there for you and are with you, unconditionally. [14:48] Build real human connections. Stop texting and get out there to experience real human interactions and emotions. Travel to see your friends, call people, go visit your friends. Be present, face to face. Build real, genuine relationships that go beyond social media. We were made to crave human connections. [15:42] Don’t trust everybody. Trust is something that is earned. Allow relationships to grow organically. To do that, it takes time so slow down and put in the time in. Stop putting so much weight into people too soon.  [18:20] Prayer for healing. This is a powerful prayer to fix brokenness and to heal wounds of the heart from failed relationships. A prayer to bring safe people into your life. Freedom from anxiety, hopelessness, the sadness and from the spirit of heaviness. Breaking the thought of suicide.  God desires we have healthy relationships. God always knows all things! *** If you are feeling suicidal or have had suicidal thoughts, please contact me on Instagram by sending me a message for continued prayer.***   Please Tag, rate and review this episode and listen next week for Listener shout outs! References: Facebook Public Page: Amanda Ferguson https://www.facebook.com/mrsamandaferguson/ “Safe People: How to Find Relationships that are Good for You andAvoid Those That Aren’t’ by Henry Cloud and John Townsend https://www.amazon.com/Safe-People-Relationships-Avoid-Those/dp/0310345790 Bishop T.D. Jakes https://www.tdjakes.org/   Scripture References: Psalm 30:5 For His anger endureth but a moment, and in His favor is life; weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. 1 Corinthians 2:9 However, as it is written: What no eye has seen, what no ear has heard,and what no human mind has conceived the things God has prepared for those who love him. Psalm 147:3 He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. Jeremiah 1:5 “Before I formed you in the womb I knew[you,before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.”   Subscribe &amp; Review Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click here to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on iTunes. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast. For more of The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!   Also, to be the first to receive email alerts, subscribe to amandasclub.com. Thank you so much!

How to Trust Again When You’ve Been Hurt It’s Season 3 Episode 3. This podcast was inspired by my Facebook Live. Most of my audience are female and I constantly hear that people have been hurt by other women or other relationships in the church or even within your own family. I wanted to dig deeper into from my FB live about this subject. Grieving the loss of my mom became much more than the physical loss. I was also grieving the loss of the mom that I would never know. I always hoped that she and I would have a normal mother-daughter relationship. Unfortunately, that didn’t happen, so I began to I look to other woman in my life, to fill that void. Instead of receiving the openness I had expected from these ladies, I only found rejection. I was crushed and left to fend for myself during the most difficult time of my life. That experience left me guarded and withdrawn from relationships and from trusting people. The danger in all of this is I let the enemy turn my heart towards people and relationships.  Listen, some of you are fixers, and you are attracted to broken people, always thinking you are going to fix them. Please know you attract who you are. It’s time to make some changes. Here are 6 tips to learn how to trust again: [8:47] Our disappointments come from failed expectations. Not everyone is out to get you. It’s possible that the people you except to help you aren’t able to help themselves. They simply do not have the capacity to help you right now. Pray for healing and restoration for your heart, but also for their heart. They may need healing as well. [10:11] Surround yourself with safe people. Pray for God to bring and foster safe and healthy relationships into your life. Pray! [11:54] Healing can come through people, safe people. We all need to have people in our lives. Safe, non-judgmental people that you can go to. Surround yourself with people who love you for who you are, are there for you and are with you, unconditionally. [14:48] Build real human connections. Stop texting and get out there to experience real human interactions and emotions. Travel to see your friends, call people, go visit your friends. Be present, face to face. Build real, genuine relationships that go beyond social media. We were made to crave human connections. [15:42] Don’t trust everybody. Trust is something that is earned. Allow relationships to grow organically. To do that, it takes time so slow down and put in the time in. Stop putting so much weight into people too soon.  [18:20] Prayer for healing. This is a powerful prayer to fix brokenness and to heal wounds of the heart from failed relationships. A prayer to bring safe people into your life. Freedom from anxiety, hopelessness, the sadness and from the spirit of heaviness. Breaking the thought of suicide.  God desires we have healthy relationships. God always knows all things! *** If you are feeling suicidal or have had suicidal thoughts, please contact me on Instagram by sending me a message for continued prayer.*** Please Tag, rate and review this episode and listen next week for Listener shout outs! References: Facebook Public Page: Amanda Ferguson <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mrsamandaferguson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/mrsamandaferguson/</a> “Safe People: How to Find Relationships that are Good for You andAvoid Those That Aren’t’ by Henry Cloud and John Townsend <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Safe-People-Relationships-Avoid-Those/dp/0310345790" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Safe-People-Relationships-Avoid-Those/dp/0310345790</a> Bishop T.D. Jakes <a href="https://www.tdjakes.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tdjakes.org/</a> Scripture References: Psalm 30:5 For His anger endureth but a moment, and in His favor is life; weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. 1 Corinthians 2:9 However, as it is written: What no eye has seen, what no ear has heard,and what no human mind has conceived the things God has prepared for those who love him. Psalm 147:3 He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. Jeremiah 1:5 “Before I formed you in the womb I knew[you,before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” Subscribe &amp; Review Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984#see-all/reviews" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast. For more of The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much! Also, to be the first to receive email alerts, <a href="https://amandasclub.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">subscribe</a> to <a href="http://amandasclub.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">amandasclub.com</a>. Thank you so much!

How to Trust Again When You've Been Hurt

If you want to have an uncommon marriage, you need to be an uncommon wife. While most people think marriage solves problems, more often than not it will require you to confront your heart, character, and behavior. Whether you are a young couple or have been married for some time, dealing with your spouse will always pose a challenge. I know for me, the beginning of my marriage forced me to take a look in the mirror and do a self-evaluation. Trust me, it was not pretty. Without knowing it, many times we come to marriage with baggage that has not been dealt with. For those who are not yet at this stage, singlehood is the perfect opportunity to prepare to be the best wife you can be for your husband and get ahead in maturity, understanding and personal liberty. I can only imagine how much pain I could have been saved from if I had just taken the time to focus on the state of my soul before entering marriage. This painful process showed me what I was doing wrong and what I needed to do to make a complete turnaround and have the marriage God destined for me to enjoy. Marriage is one of the most important ministries to God for a reason. There is a power and a purpose for your marriage, you just need to discover it! You can have a blissful, loving and God-centered marriage. The key is your mindset. I am going to let you in on the intimate struggles of my marriage. You and your spouse are made for greatness, do you believe it? 3 Keys to Being an Uncommon Wife:   [13:38] Heal internally. Most of the time, the issues that trigger us most in marriage are directly related to issues in our past that were never fully dealt with.   [18:09] Get an uncommon revelation of who you are and who your husband is. The word says your value is compared to rubies. That means you are priceless and special. You need to change how you see yourself first and realize who your husband is, beyond what you may see now.   [24:45] Realize that you need uncommon humility. This is necessary to take down your defensive walls and pride. Walls are meant to separate. This cannot be present in restoring and getting ready for an uncommon marriage.   Subscribe &amp; Review in iTunes Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If you have not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click here to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on iTunes. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast. For more The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!

If you want to have an uncommon marriage, you need to be an uncommon wife. While most people think marriage solves problems, more often than not it will require you to confront your heart, character, and behavior. Whether you are a young couple or have been married for some time, dealing with your spouse will always pose a challenge. I know for me, the beginning of my marriage forced me to take a look in the mirror and do a self-evaluation. Trust me, it was not pretty. Without knowing it, many times we come to marriage with baggage that has not been dealt with. For those who are not yet at this stage, singlehood is the perfect opportunity to prepare to be the best wife you can be for your husband and get ahead in maturity, understanding and personal liberty. I can only imagine how much pain I could have been saved from if I had just taken the time to focus on the state of my soul before entering marriage. This painful process showed me what I was doing wrong and what I needed to do to make a complete turnaround and have the marriage God destined for me to enjoy. Marriage is one of the most important ministries to God for a reason. There is a power and a purpose for your marriage, you just need to discover it! You can have a blissful, loving and God-centered marriage. The key is your mindset. I am going to let you in on the intimate struggles of my marriage. You and your spouse are made for greatness, do you believe it? 3 Keys to Being an Uncommon Wife: <ol> <li> [13:38] Heal internally. Most of the time, the issues that trigger us most in marriage are directly related to issues in our past that were never fully dealt with. </li> <li> [18:09] Get an uncommon revelation of who you are and who your husband is. The word says your value is compared to rubies. That means you are priceless and special. You need to change how you see yourself first and realize who your husband is, beyond what you may see now. </li> <li> [24:45] Realize that you need uncommon humility. This is necessary to take down your defensive walls and pride. Walls are meant to separate. This cannot be present in restoring and getting ready for an uncommon marriage. </li> </ol> Subscribe &amp; Review in iTunes Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If you have not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to subscribe in iTunes </a>to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984#see-all/reviews" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast. For more The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!

The Uncommon Wife

Back in another episode, we are talking about mother wounds. Wounds can run deep and unseen. They have aftereffects, trauma, and pain. A mother is one of the most important figures in your life, which is why wounds in this area hurt the most. No matter how tumultuous your relationship, the wounds between a mother and child can be restored. You may think your case is the exception, but that’s not true. Even with all the hurt, the good news is that wounds can be healed! Here, I take you through my story of the relationship I had with my mother before she passed away. Trust me, it was not cute mom and daughter lunch dates. I went through my own personal journey of internal healing and restoration. The key point to remember here is that no mother is perfect. Let me help teach you how to get on the road to healing, freedom and joy. I am going to take my mask off, in hopes that you are encouraged to do the same. Healing Mother Wounds:   [6:25] Go back to the place of pain. The root of all your pain and trauma cannot be dealt with until you confront the memories and origins of where it all began. The first step is always the one people want to skip, when it in fact is the step that will ensure your healing.   [7:15] Forgive yourself for making mistakes. Just as there is no perfect mother, there is no perfect daughter. Consider how your own actions or behavior may have added unto strains in your mother-daughter relationship. After this, recognize, learn, rectify and grow from those mistakes!   [12:10] Apologize. Mothers and daughters. You could be one apology away from restoring your relationship! Do not allow pride to get in the way of restoration.   [26:53] Admit that you needed a mother and maybe still do. If you have gone a long time without the active positive presence of your mother, you may tell yourself that you do not need her. That your life is perfectly fine without her. Deep in your heart you need to acknowledge that this is not true. Every mother has something to offer you. Find those pearls and extract what you can.   [34:25] Do not be consumed with what your mother is not. Instead remember what she is. Maybe your mother is not affectionate, but she taught you how to cook and clean. You might not have had the bonding experience of baking together, but because of her wisdom in the kitchen, you know to cook delicious meals. Focus on all the good.   Scripture Referenced: Ruth chapter 1 and 2. Don't forget to grab your Mother/Daughter Relationships Freebie here: https://amandaferguson.org/episode6/ Subscribe &amp; Review in iTunes Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If you have not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click here to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on iTunes. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast. For more The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!

Back in another episode, we are talking about mother wounds. Wounds can run deep and unseen. They have aftereffects, trauma, and pain. A mother is one of the most important figures in your life, which is why wounds in this area hurt the most. No matter how tumultuous your relationship, the wounds between a mother and child can be restored. You may think your case is the exception, but that’s not true. Even with all the hurt, the good news is that wounds can be healed! Here, I take you through my story of the relationship I had with my mother before she passed away. Trust me, it was not cute mom and daughter lunch dates. I went through my own personal journey of internal healing and restoration. The key point to remember here is that no mother is perfect. Let me help teach you how to get on the road to healing, freedom and joy. I am going to take my mask off, in hopes that you are encouraged to do the same. Healing Mother Wounds: <ol> <li> [6:25] Go back to the place of pain. The root of all your pain and trauma cannot be dealt with until you confront the memories and origins of where it all began. The first step is always the one people want to skip, when it in fact is the step that will ensure your healing. </li> <li> [7:15] Forgive yourself for making mistakes. Just as there is no perfect mother, there is no perfect daughter. Consider how your own actions or behavior may have added unto strains in your mother-daughter relationship. After this, recognize, learn, rectify and grow from those mistakes! </li> <li> [12:10] Apologize. Mothers and daughters. You could be one apology away from restoring your relationship! Do not allow pride to get in the way of restoration. </li> <li> [26:53] Admit that you needed a mother and maybe still do. If you have gone a long time without the active positive presence of your mother, you may tell yourself that you do not need her. That your life is perfectly fine without her. Deep in your heart you need to acknowledge that this is not true. Every mother has something to offer you. Find those pearls and extract what you can. </li> <li> [34:25] Do not be consumed with what your mother is not. Instead remember what she is. Maybe your mother is not affectionate, but she taught you how to cook and clean. You might not have had the bonding experience of baking together, but because of her wisdom in the kitchen, you know to cook delicious meals. Focus on all the good. </li> </ol> Scripture Referenced: Ruth chapter 1 and 2. Don't forget to grab your Mother/Daughter Relationships Freebie here: <a href="https://amandaferguson.org/episode6/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://amandaferguson.org/episode6/</a> Subscribe &amp; Review in iTunes Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If you have not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to subscribe in iTunes</a> to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984#see-all/reviews" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast. For more The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!

Episode 6: How to Heal from Mother Wounds

Season 3, Episode 2: The Grace to Keep MovingWelcome to Season 3 Episode 2. This podcast was inspired by my academy students, who asked me on several different occasions, “What do you do when you’re going through trauma and you’re trying to heal, but you still have to live? How do you do that?”I would like to talk about two different, equally devastating experiences, and how having a true purpose, changed the way I moved forward.Seeing my mom struggle and suffer through her battle with breast cancer was very difficult. At the age of 25, I was struggling in my own life, trying to figure out who I was, what I wanted to do and where I was supposed to be. My purpose had not been defined at the time my Mom died. I was scared, I was scattered, and I didn’t have a purpose. I just knew that I wanted to do more than what I was doing and that caused me to feel unsettled, sad and hopeless. I worked as a flight attendant, passing out snacks on an airplane and I was drowning in despair; shattered and scattered. When you don’t know what your purpose is, you are constantly searching for something and it usually ends up leaving you feeling empty and angry. When my mom died, I felt like God let me down. I thought I had been doing exactly what I was called to do, and yet God let this happen to my mom. I relived the nightmare of her final days and it hindered my healing. I kept reliving the same nightmare and I couldn’t move forward. When my mom died, I didn’t have a purpose. It took a long time for me to shift my thinking and to stop grieving the loss.The difference in the seasons, the way that I dealt with the pain from my mother’s death compared to my miscarriage were vastly different. During my miscarriage, my Academy had just launched. I had an Angelic encounter where the Lord told me to start the Feminine Woman’s Academy. I was called out to train women in etiquette and femininity so that the Lord could use them (and me) to raise up a world of Esthers. This purpose was a huge part of my healing because I had a new focus. Yes, the miscarriage was devastating, but I had a purpose that God called me to do, and I was driven to do what the Lord had called me to do and it was a part of my healing. I poured out my pain and built myself up in Scriptures. I gave all of my pain and despair to God.Here are four ways to gain the grace to keep moving:[7:28] Know your true purpose. Please let me pray over you to help you find your true purpose so that you will find clarity and peace.[9:12] Feed yourself on the scriptures. Read scriptures that build up your strength and your hope. [16:29] Take a break, but don’t stop. You don’t have go at the same pace. Take a break but to do the same things you were doing before. Don’t isolate and alienate because you don’t want to miss your blessings. [19:20] Refresh yourself. Do something for yourself that makes you feel a live and new. Treat yourself to something you may not do for yourself very often.Trials will come but you can be completely free from the grief and the sadness. God will give you the grace to keep moving if you just ask Him!Please Tag, rate and review this episode and listen next week for Listener shout outs!References:The Amanda Ferguson Show, Season 3, Episode 1: How God Healed me from the Grief of my Miscarriage in 3 DaysThe Amanda Ferguson Show, Season 1, Episode 1: How Grief and Depression Helped Me Pivot in LifeSubscribe &amp; ReviewHave you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click here to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week.I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on iTunes. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast.For more of The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!Also, to be the first to receive email alerts, subscribe to amandasclub.com. Thank you so much!

Season 3, Episode 2: The Grace to Keep MovingWelcome to Season 3 Episode 2. This podcast was inspired by my academy students, who asked me on several different occasions, “What do you do when you’re going through trauma and you’re trying to heal, but you still have to live? How do you do that?”I would like to talk about two different, equally devastating experiences, and how having a true purpose, changed the way I moved forward.Seeing my mom struggle and suffer through her battle with breast cancer was very difficult. At the age of 25, I was struggling in my own life, trying to figure out who I was, what I wanted to do and where I was supposed to be. My purpose had not been defined at the time my Mom died. I was scared, I was scattered, and I didn’t have a purpose. I just knew that I wanted to do more than what I was doing and that caused me to feel unsettled, sad and hopeless. I worked as a flight attendant, passing out snacks on an airplane and I was drowning in despair; shattered and scattered. When you don’t know what your purpose is, you are constantly searching for something and it usually ends up leaving you feeling empty and angry. When my mom died, I felt like God let me down. I thought I had been doing exactly what I was called to do, and yet God let this happen to my mom. I relived the nightmare of her final days and it hindered my healing. I kept reliving the same nightmare and I couldn’t move forward. When my mom died, I didn’t have a purpose. It took a long time for me to shift my thinking and to stop grieving the loss.The difference in the seasons, the way that I dealt with the pain from my mother’s death compared to my miscarriage were vastly different. During my miscarriage, my Academy had just launched. I had an Angelic encounter where the Lord told me to start the Feminine Woman’s Academy. I was called out to train women in etiquette and femininity so that the Lord could use them (and me) to raise up a world of Esthers. This purpose was a huge part of my healing because I had a new focus. Yes, the miscarriage was devastating, but I had a purpose that God called me to do, and I was driven to do what the Lord had called me to do and it was a part of my healing. I poured out my pain and built myself up in Scriptures. I gave all of my pain and despair to God.Here are four ways to gain the grace to keep moving:[7:28] Know your true purpose. Please let me pray over you to help you find your true purpose so that you will find clarity and peace.[9:12] Feed yourself on the scriptures. Read scriptures that build up your strength and your hope. [16:29] Take a break, but don’t stop. You don’t have go at the same pace. Take a break but to do the same things you were doing before. Don’t isolate and alienate because you don’t want to miss your blessings. [19:20] Refresh yourself. Do something for yourself that makes you feel a live and new. Treat yourself to something you may not do for yourself very often.Trials will come but you can be completely free from the grief and the sadness. God will give you the grace to keep moving if you just ask Him!Please Tag, rate and review this episode and listen next week for Listener shout outs!References:<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-god-healed-me-from-the-grief-of-my-miscarriage-in-3-days/id1449763984?i=1000468683650" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Amanda Ferguson Show, Season 3, Episode 1: How God Healed me from the Grief of my Miscarriage in 3 Days</a><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-1-how-grief-and-depression-helped-me-pivot-in-life/id1449763984?i=1000427814832" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Amanda Ferguson Show, Season 1, Episode 1: How Grief and Depression Helped Me Pivot in Life</a>Subscribe &amp; ReviewHave you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week.I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984#see-all/reviews" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast.For more of The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!Also, to be the first to receive email alerts, <a href="https://amandasclub.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">subscribe</a> to <a href="http://amandasclub.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">amandasclub.com</a>. Thank you so much!

The Grace to Keep Moving

Welcome to another episode of The Amanda Ferguson Show! I have fielded a lot of questions surrounding the topic centered around standing out in a saturated market. In this episode, I want to share the secret in making your business stand out from the rest. Let me share with you how your uniqueness in God can help you be different in a copy cat world. We discuss the use of social media and how to make a genuine connection with people. I’ll also talk about my Feminine Woman Academy. God is truly doing great things in the lives of my students. When God tells you to do something, you must trust and not second guess it. 2 tips on how to stand out in a saturated market:   [6:08] One of my secret tips is being vulnerable. It helps people to see that you’re a real person. People can’t relate to a perfect person. Your audience must relate to you.   [22:08] My second tip is connectivity. We live in a world where everybody wants to be connected. Connect with people genuinely!   Subscribe &amp; Review in iTunes Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If you have not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click here to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on iTunes. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I enjoy reading your reviews and comments. Do not forget to let me know what is your favorite part of the podcast. For more The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much! Links mentioned in this episode: Amanda’s Email Club for Ladies: https://amandasclub.com/ The Amanda Ferguson Story Documentary: http://www.daystar.com/ondemand/video/?video=5783213998001

Welcome to another episode of The Amanda Ferguson Show! I have fielded a lot of questions surrounding the topic centered around standing out in a saturated market. In this episode, I want to share the secret in making your business stand out from the rest. Let me share with you how your uniqueness in God can help you be different in a copy cat world. We discuss the use of social media and how to make a genuine connection with people. I’ll also talk about my Feminine Woman Academy. God is truly doing great things in the lives of my students. When God tells you to do something, you must trust and not second guess it. 2 tips on how to stand out in a saturated market: <ol> <li> [6:08] One of my secret tips is being vulnerable. It helps people to see that you’re a real person. People can’t relate to a perfect person. Your audience must relate to you. </li> <li> [22:08] My second tip is connectivity. We live in a world where everybody wants to be connected. Connect with people genuinely! </li> </ol> Subscribe &amp; Review in iTunes Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If you have not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to subscribe in iTunes</a> to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984#see-all/reviews" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I enjoy reading your reviews and comments. Do not forget to let me know what is your favorite part of the podcast. For more The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much! Links mentioned in this episode: Amanda’s Email Club for Ladies: <a href="https://amandasclub.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://amandasclub.com/</a> The Amanda Ferguson Story Documentary: <a href="http://www.daystar.com/ondemand/video/?video=5783213998001" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.daystar.com/ondemand/video/?video=5783213998001</a>

Episode 4: How to Stand Out in a Saturated Market

There is a kind of pain that exists which cannot be seen on the surface but can still be felt deeply. Sometimes wounds aren’t as obvious as people think. Unseen pain will always be more hurtful and damaging than the pain that is obvious because unseen pain cannot be easily diagnosed. It is only until you go deeper, that you discover where the true pain is coming from. Today I am talking about father wounds. The lack of a father figure in your life will affect you in ways you may not even consider. You may think your lonely or angry behavior is just a part of your personality when in reality, it could be directly connected to the father wounds you carry deep inside you. Fathers bring safety, identity, and affirmation. The lack of a father brings forth loneliness, fear, paranoia, and insecurity. It will make you want attention from anyone. Even more, if you feel bitterness or unforgiveness towards your father, you are still carrying pain. This is not a type of pain which time heals. Ignoring it will not help. Can I humbly offer a solution to you? God, as the best Father, can heal you. He is a Father that has always loved you unconditionally and will never wish any evil towards you. The only action needed is to receive his love. However, to do so restoration is necessary. Why? Because of the lack of a biological father makes it hard to receive your spiritual Father. If you do not deal with your father wounds, you will continue to be bound by the pain this wound causes and fear is not the will of God for your life! He wants you to live in peace. He wants you to have a whole, healed heart. A joyful spirit. This process is not easy, but if you allow God to do a work inside of your heart, I know you will begin to walk a life of liberty. Here are the steps I took in healing that I hope help you as well. [4:50] Open up to the place of pain. Wounds do not go away and heal by just ignoring it. You have to look at the place of pain, no matter how ugly, and face it head-on. [14:43] Be delivered. This calls for deliverance from fear. More importantly, a spirit most people do not realize hides behind fear. Rejection. [18:05] Receive the spirit of adoption. Receiving the love of the Father means you will receive all that your natural father has been unable to provide. This does not mean that your natural father does not have something to offer you of value. [20:17] Know that God is the best Father. He can restore all the damage that not having the biological father that you need has done to you. Release the pain and receive His love and goodness. Scripture referenced: Romans 8:15 Subscribe &amp; Review in iTunes Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If you have not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click here to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on iTunes. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast. For more The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!

There is a kind of pain that exists which cannot be seen on the surface but can still be felt deeply. Sometimes wounds aren’t as obvious as people think. Unseen pain will always be more hurtful and damaging than the pain that is obvious because unseen pain cannot be easily diagnosed. It is only until you go deeper, that you discover where the true pain is coming from. Today I am talking about father wounds. The lack of a father figure in your life will affect you in ways you may not even consider. You may think your lonely or angry behavior is just a part of your personality when in reality, it could be directly connected to the father wounds you carry deep inside you. Fathers bring safety, identity, and affirmation. The lack of a father brings forth loneliness, fear, paranoia, and insecurity. It will make you want attention from anyone. Even more, if you feel bitterness or unforgiveness towards your father, you are still carrying pain. This is not a type of pain which time heals. Ignoring it will not help. Can I humbly offer a solution to you? God, as the best Father, can heal you. He is a Father that has always loved you unconditionally and will never wish any evil towards you. The only action needed is to receive his love. However, to do so restoration is necessary. Why? Because of the lack of a biological father makes it hard to receive your spiritual Father. If you do not deal with your father wounds, you will continue to be bound by the pain this wound causes and fear is not the will of God for your life! He wants you to live in peace. He wants you to have a whole, healed heart. A joyful spirit. This process is not easy, but if you allow God to do a work inside of your heart, I know you will begin to walk a life of liberty. Here are the steps I took in healing that I hope help you as well. [4:50] Open up to the place of pain. Wounds do not go away and heal by just ignoring it. You have to look at the place of pain, no matter how ugly, and face it head-on. [14:43] Be delivered. This calls for deliverance from fear. More importantly, a spirit most people do not realize hides behind fear. Rejection. [18:05] Receive the spirit of adoption. Receiving the love of the Father means you will receive all that your natural father has been unable to provide. This does not mean that your natural father does not have something to offer you of value. [20:17] Know that God is the best Father. He can restore all the damage that not having the biological father that you need has done to you. Release the pain and receive His love and goodness. Scripture referenced: Romans 8:15 Subscribe &amp; Review in iTunes Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If you have not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to subscribe in iTunes</a> to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984#see-all/reviews" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast. For more The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!

Episode 5: How to Heal from Father Wounds

Many of you have asked me how to look polished from head to toe. The key is, before you can look polished you need to know a few things first. Before I go into this, I want you to know that I was not always the polished woman you see me as today. While being polished and profitable was always God's intention for me, and for every woman, there was a time where I disliked myself so much that I would change clothes in the dark. I did not want to see my body because I was ashamed of it. I saw the shape of my body as being the reason why I was molested at a young age or why male teachers use to treat me unprofessionally. More so, this caused me to want to hide my body and dress in clothes two times my actual size. Do you think God wanted me to treat my body, his work of art, this way? Absolutely not. He definitely did not want me to hold on to a shame that was never mine to carry. Before you can be a polished woman on the outside, you need to know with every fiber of your being that God took his time when He made you. You are a walking masterpiece of awe and wonder. I used to think that I was hideous when in reality, every feature of my face and body, was intentional. God did not make my nose, ears, lips or body shape in a rush. I was not made as an afterthought or as an experiment. And neither were you. I want you to believe that with so much confidence and truth. Your dark hair was intentional, your eyebrows, no matter how thick or thin, were on purpose. Own it! Society has such high, ever-changing standards of what beauty is, but God’s definition of beauty does not change with the trends. His definition of beauty is a woman who is strong like a pillar that holds a palace up. A woman that is so sure and confident of who she is, that she does not need to compete with anyone else. Instead, she is a woman that offers love, kindness and brings peace to whoever is in contact with her. There is nothing wrong with wanting to look beautiful on the outside! But do not conform to other people’s standards of beauty because it will surely only lead to self-hatred and low self-esteem like it did for me. I want to make it clear that wanting to see a change in how you look is completely okay! As long as that desire is because you want to better yourself out of self-love. I know some of today’s culture has a message of femininity being related to weakness and that it allows men to objectify a woman. I believe that tapping into our femininity and womanhood allows us to access our true God-given strength! The truth is, becoming polished does not mean I want you to be a pretty doll to look at because you are truly so much more than that. Being polished attracts opportunities that can bring breakthrough in your life and if you take cultures advice and abandon your femininity, you could be missing out on all the answered prayers you have been petitioning for! God always intended for you. Even if no one else chose you, you were chosen by your Heavenly Father. In embracing my true beauty, I was able to be everything God had called me to be. God wants to do the same in you! How to Be a Polished Woman [8:46] Know that you are a pillar of beauty. You are a walking mater piece. Your beauty comes from the inside out. You are a work of art already even if you may not feel that way right now! [20:33] Be a pillar of strength. Being a woman does not mean you are just something to be enjoyable to look at. As a woman, you are called to be strong, durable and supportive to your families, friends and this world. [28:07] Work on your inner self as much as you would on your outer self. This will attract opportunities that you have always wanted! Subscribe and Review Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click here to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on iTunes. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast. For more of The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much! Also, to be the first to receive email alerts, subscribe to amandasclub.com. Thank you so much! References Psalms 144:12 “Our daughters will be like corner pillars carved like those in the palace.”

Many of you have asked me how to look polished from head to toe. The key is, before you can look polished you need to know a few things first. Before I go into this, I want you to know that I was not always the polished woman you see me as today. While being polished and profitable was always God's intention for me, and for every woman, there was a time where I disliked myself so much that I would change clothes in the dark. I did not want to see my body because I was ashamed of it. I saw the shape of my body as being the reason why I was molested at a young age or why male teachers use to treat me unprofessionally. More so, this caused me to want to hide my body and dress in clothes two times my actual size. Do you think God wanted me to treat my body, his work of art, this way? Absolutely not. He definitely did not want me to hold on to a shame that was never mine to carry. Before you can be a polished woman on the outside, you need to know with every fiber of your being that God took his time when He made you. You are a walking masterpiece of awe and wonder. I used to think that I was hideous when in reality, every feature of my face and body, was intentional. God did not make my nose, ears, lips or body shape in a rush. I was not made as an afterthought or as an experiment. And neither were you. I want you to believe that with so much confidence and truth. Your dark hair was intentional, your eyebrows, no matter how thick or thin, were on purpose. Own it! Society has such high, ever-changing standards of what beauty is, but God’s definition of beauty does not change with the trends. His definition of beauty is a woman who is strong like a pillar that holds a palace up. A woman that is so sure and confident of who she is, that she does not need to compete with anyone else. Instead, she is a woman that offers love, kindness and brings peace to whoever is in contact with her. There is nothing wrong with wanting to look beautiful on the outside! But do not conform to other people’s standards of beauty because it will surely only lead to self-hatred and low self-esteem like it did for me. I want to make it clear that wanting to see a change in how you look is completely okay! As long as that desire is because you want to better yourself out of self-love. I know some of today’s culture has a message of femininity being related to weakness and that it allows men to objectify a woman. I believe that tapping into our femininity and womanhood allows us to access our true God-given strength! The truth is, becoming polished does not mean I want you to be a pretty doll to look at because you are truly so much more than that. Being polished attracts opportunities that can bring breakthrough in your life and if you take cultures advice and abandon your femininity, you could be missing out on all the answered prayers you have been petitioning for! God always intended for you. Even if no one else chose you, you were chosen by your Heavenly Father. In embracing my true beauty, I was able to be everything God had called me to be. God wants to do the same in you! How to Be a Polished Woman [8:46] Know that you are a pillar of beauty. You are a walking mater piece. Your beauty comes from the inside out. You are a work of art already even if you may not feel that way right now! [20:33] Be a pillar of strength. Being a woman does not mean you are just something to be enjoyable to look at. As a woman, you are called to be strong, durable and supportive to your families, friends and this world. [28:07] Work on your inner self as much as you would on your outer self. This will attract opportunities that you have always wanted! Subscribe and Review Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a> to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984#see-all/reviews" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast. For more of The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much! Also, to be the first to receive email alerts, <a href="https://amandasclub.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">subscribe</a> to <a href="http://amandasclub.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">amandasclub.com</a>. Thank you so much! References Psalms 144:12 “Our daughters will be like corner pillars carved like those in the palace.”

The Polished x Profitable Woman

Starting something new in your life will always make you feel unsure and uncomfortable. And yet somehow, you know that you are being called to a new thing!You know it deep inside of you, in the midst of fear and hesitation, it is an undeniable assurance that it is time to leave the old and move into the new.Be the one who puts action to that feeling and runs with it! Maybe you feel to go after that master’s degree that no one else in your family has. Maybe you are the only one in your group of friends who feels to start their own business. Maybe you have already told your loved ones of your dreams and you are not getting the support and validation you seek.Most pioneers don’t. Not everyone sees what you see for your future or feels what you do in your heart.This is not the time to follow the instruction of those who do not believe in you. It is a road not traveled by many, so pioneering can be lonely. It will have you wondering what the journey may look like.Where do you get trustworthy guidance from? What do I do when things aren’t turning out as planned?I will share with you my journey to pioneering a six-figure business and the experiences I had along the way.Be sure to take down these 4 tips on how to pioneer a new shift in your life. I know it will help you!The Road to Having the Grace to Pioneer:[2:16] Realize that you will be frustrated. Nothing great happens without their first being a frustration. This is where major push and motivation for change comes from.[8:20] You will be stretched out of your comfort zone! No one else around you is doing what you do. Being the first in anything means you will abandon all comfort. This is not as negative as it may sound.[15:09] You will experience warfare. The enemy is intimidated by those who have the boldness to rise up and make a difference in their personal lives, family, community, and world! He will send discouragement, weariness, fear, doubt and more to keep you from breaking through. Now that you know, you can fight back when these kinds of feelings come.[21:22] You will leave an impact and a legacy. Pioneers leave clues to their success. One day you will be leaving clues for someone else!Subscribe &amp; Review in iTunesHave you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If you have not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click here to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week.I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on iTunes. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast.For more The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!References Mentioned:Feminine Woman Academy

Starting something new in your life will always make you feel unsure and uncomfortable. And yet somehow, you know that you are being called to a new thing!You know it deep inside of you, in the midst of fear and hesitation, it is an undeniable assurance that it is time to leave the old and move into the new.Be the one who puts action to that feeling and runs with it! Maybe you feel to go after that master’s degree that no one else in your family has. Maybe you are the only one in your group of friends who feels to start their own business. Maybe you have already told your loved ones of your dreams and you are not getting the support and validation you seek.Most pioneers don’t. Not everyone sees what you see for your future or feels what you do in your heart. This is not the time to follow the instruction of those who do not believe in you. It is a road not traveled by many, so pioneering can be lonely. It will have you wondering what the journey may look like.Where do you get trustworthy guidance from? What do I do when things aren’t turning out as planned? I will share with you my journey to pioneering a six-figure business and the experiences I had along the way. Be sure to take down these 4 tips on how to pioneer a new shift in your life. I know it will help you!The Road to Having the Grace to Pioneer:[2:16] Realize that you will be frustrated. Nothing great happens without their first being a frustration. This is where major push and motivation for change comes from.[8:20] You will be stretched out of your comfort zone! No one else around you is doing what you do. Being the first in anything means you will abandon all comfort. This is not as negative as it may sound.[15:09] You will experience warfare. The enemy is intimidated by those who have the boldness to rise up and make a difference in their personal lives, family, community, and world! He will send discouragement, weariness, fear, doubt and more to keep you from breaking through. Now that you know, you can fight back when these kinds of feelings come.[21:22] You will leave an impact and a legacy. Pioneers leave clues to their success. One day you will be leaving clues for someone else!Subscribe &amp; Review in iTunesHave you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If you have not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to subscribe in iTunes </a>to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week.I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984#see-all/reviews" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast.For more The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!References Mentioned:<a href="femininewomanacademy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Feminine Woman Academy</a>

The Grace to Pioneer

If you don’t want to be in a cage you don’t have to be. I realized this for myself not too long ago through a dream I kept on having repeatedly. In this dream, I saw a woman in a cage. She was bound, she could not stand up straight and she looked weak. A man would open the door to the cage and tell me to get in. Usually, at this point, I would begin to hyperventilate and sweat until I eventually woke up. This dream continuously haunted me until one night, I went to sleep and found myself in the dream again, except this time, when the man told me to get in the cage, I said within myself “This is only a dream, at any given moment I can decide to wake up and I am not going inside that cage.” Dreams are like thoughts and imaginations sometimes in the sense that they are just illusions. Of course, this dream was not happening in my real life. However, it represented how I felt, which was stuck. Take note, how I felt is separate from what is true. I may have felt stuck but that doesn’t mean that I was stuck. Similarly, you may feel as though there is no way out of the life you were born into. That is a lie! Your dream life is more reachable than you know, it all depends on how you think. Your mindset is the difference between how you see yourself now, to what you can become. If we shift how we think and change our perspective, then the reality of our life can change dramatically. Some of you have been experiencing deep fear, stress, anxiety and other feelings that only keep you bound. It is the only feeling you have known for a very long time. If you are tired of this, the decision to be happy, have joy and experience freedom again is completely up to you. The decision is yours! I remember looking at wealthy people on the street. They had cars that cost thousands of dollars and high-end clothes. I always wondered what made them so special that they were allowed to have such riches. Do you know what I found out? Every successful person has a mindset of possibility and opportunities. They have no cap or boundary about where they can go in life! Most importantly, none of them have the mindset of a victim. They do not feel defeated. They do not feel attacked. Rather, they continue to set higher goals for themselves. They knew they can go even farther in life. No matter what your life looks like, you can choose a life of abundance, peace, and prosperity. I hope that through this episode you will get your thoughts and mindset to say that you can do anything that you set your mind to. Remember: The sky is not the limit. There are no limits over you. How to decide to leave your old mindset! [19:48] Envision your dream life. Go ahead and get as wild and detailed as your heart may take you. Know without a single doubt, that this life is possible for you! [18:54] Conquer the thoughts that say you were born into lack. It all starts in your mind. You have to believe it within yourself and call out all the lies inside of your mind about your life. [21:35] Make a choice, change your mind and work towards your dreams. Become the answer/solution to the very thing that has tried to take you down. Subscribe &amp; Review in iTunes Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If you have not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click here to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on iTunes. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast. For more The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!

If you don’t want to be in a cage you don’t have to be. I realized this for myself not too long ago through a dream I kept on having repeatedly. In this dream, I saw a woman in a cage. She was bound, she could not stand up straight and she looked weak. A man would open the door to the cage and tell me to get in. Usually, at this point, I would begin to hyperventilate and sweat until I eventually woke up. This dream continuously haunted me until one night, I went to sleep and found myself in the dream again, except this time, when the man told me to get in the cage, I said within myself “This is only a dream, at any given moment I can decide to wake up and I am not going inside that cage.” Dreams are like thoughts and imaginations sometimes in the sense that they are just illusions. Of course, this dream was not happening in my real life. However, it represented how I felt, which was stuck. Take note, how I felt is separate from what is true. I may have felt stuck but that doesn’t mean that I was stuck. Similarly, you may feel as though there is no way out of the life you were born into. That is a lie! Your dream life is more reachable than you know, it all depends on how you think. Your mindset is the difference between how you see yourself now, to what you can become. If we shift how we think and change our perspective, then the reality of our life can change dramatically. Some of you have been experiencing deep fear, stress, anxiety and other feelings that only keep you bound. It is the only feeling you have known for a very long time. If you are tired of this, the decision to be happy, have joy and experience freedom again is completely up to you. The decision is yours! I remember looking at wealthy people on the street. They had cars that cost thousands of dollars and high-end clothes. I always wondered what made them so special that they were allowed to have such riches. Do you know what I found out? Every successful person has a mindset of possibility and opportunities. They have no cap or boundary about where they can go in life! Most importantly, none of them have the mindset of a victim. They do not feel defeated. They do not feel attacked. Rather, they continue to set higher goals for themselves. They knew they can go even farther in life. No matter what your life looks like, you can choose a life of abundance, peace, and prosperity. I hope that through this episode you will get your thoughts and mindset to say that you can do anything that you set your mind to. Remember: The sky is not the limit. There are no limits over you. How to decide to leave your old mindset! [19:48] Envision your dream life. Go ahead and get as wild and detailed as your heart may take you. Know without a single doubt, that this life is possible for you! [18:54] Conquer the thoughts that say you were born into lack. It all starts in your mind. You have to believe it within yourself and call out all the lies inside of your mind about your life. [21:35] Make a choice, change your mind and work towards your dreams. Become the answer/solution to the very thing that has tried to take you down. Subscribe &amp; Review in iTunes Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If you have not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to subscribe in iTunes</a> to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984?mt=2#see-all/reviews" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast. For more The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!

Listen to this if you’re feeling stuck, discouraged, or anxious about life...

Back by popular demand, this week’s episode I am going deeper into how to heal from mother and father wounds. If you heard me talk about this in season 1 already, I want you to still take the time to listen to this episode. Why? Because healing has layers. There was a time where I put my raw emotions on the back burner and decided to move forward with my life instead. Except I never really went anywhere emotionally. Even as time passed me by, my heart never moved from the place of pain after my mother passed away. The more I ignored the resentment I had towards my father, the longer I would remain stagnant. I do not want you to do the same. Whether we notice it or not, the pain we experience in our childhood is still in our hearts as adults if that pain never went through a process. Your pain, whatever the source of it is, needs to go through a grieving process. Many of us avoid this process because we think we should just get over it and move on with our lives. Some of us think it makes us weak if we continuously cry over a loved one that is no longer with us. A sad moment I unnecessarily made myself endure as a result of not allowing myself to grieve was loneliness. The truth is, pain is isolating. Pain can build walls that make genuine people that want to be there for you unable to since you have made yourself unreachable. A week after my mother’s funeral I felt more alone than I ever had before. That feeling grew with time and resulted in me secretly being upset with my friends and family for not seeing the wounds I was hiding. The problem was not a lack of people who were willing to support me. It was a lack on my part of willing to be vulnerable. Who around you do you know would gladly be your crying shoulder if you opened up about your feelings? If a person comes to mind, I encourage you to reach out to that person, set a lunch date, and talk about it. If you feel like you don’t have that kind of person you can turn to, well I have great news for you. Even if everyone else has forgotten you, God never has. You were always on His mind and you didn’t leave his sight. Not for a second. He knows everything you have been through and is the best friend, therapist, and father that can help you heal. Along with God, I was fortunate enough to realize what I was doing wrong and started to allow people to come into my life who could truly help me on my journey. I want to share with you the key advice I received on my journey to healing, in hopes that I can be this person for you too. I know that if you truly allow yourself to go through this process, you will come out stronger, free and full of joy. Listen until the end to hear me pray over you, and know that nothing is impossible! How to Heal from Mother and Father Wounds [13:00] Ask God to soften your heart towards the person you feel resentment for. God can help you see a person that you may have hated through the eyes of love. [18:28] God can handle your disappointment. It’s easy to be upset with God when life doesn’t work out the way we wanted it to. Tell Him how you feel anyway. [19:57] Ask God to bring someone into your life that can be a mother or father figure that you need. [23:20] You don’t have to be afraid to heal. Allow yourself to start the process and go from there. [25:14] Write a letter to the person who has caused you pain. It may sound silly, but this method brought [27:19] Write a letter to your younger self. Let out all the emotions you have bottled up since your youth. Subscribe and Review Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click here to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on iTunes. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast. For more of The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much! Also, to be the first to receive email alerts, subscribe to amandasclub.com. Thank you so much! References: Isiah 49:15 John 14:18

Back by popular demand, this week’s episode I am going deeper into how to heal from mother and father wounds. If you heard me talk about this in season 1 already, I want you to still take the time to listen to this episode. Why? Because healing has layers. There was a time where I put my raw emotions on the back burner and decided to move forward with my life instead. Except I never really went anywhere emotionally. Even as time passed me by, my heart never moved from the place of pain after my mother passed away. The more I ignored the resentment I had towards my father, the longer I would remain stagnant. I do not want you to do the same. Whether we notice it or not, the pain we experience in our childhood is still in our hearts as adults if that pain never went through a process. Your pain, whatever the source of it is, needs to go through a grieving process. Many of us avoid this process because we think we should just get over it and move on with our lives. Some of us think it makes us weak if we continuously cry over a loved one that is no longer with us. A sad moment I unnecessarily made myself endure as a result of not allowing myself to grieve was loneliness. The truth is, pain is isolating. Pain can build walls that make genuine people that want to be there for you unable to since you have made yourself unreachable. A week after my mother’s funeral I felt more alone than I ever had before. That feeling grew with time and resulted in me secretly being upset with my friends and family for not seeing the wounds I was hiding. The problem was not a lack of people who were willing to support me. It was a lack on my part of willing to be vulnerable. Who around you do you know would gladly be your crying shoulder if you opened up about your feelings? If a person comes to mind, I encourage you to reach out to that person, set a lunch date, and talk about it. If you feel like you don’t have that kind of person you can turn to, well I have great news for you. Even if everyone else has forgotten you, God never has. You were always on His mind and you didn’t leave his sight. Not for a second. He knows everything you have been through and is the best friend, therapist, and father that can help you heal. Along with God, I was fortunate enough to realize what I was doing wrong and started to allow people to come into my life who could truly help me on my journey. I want to share with you the key advice I received on my journey to healing, in hopes that I can be this person for you too. I know that if you truly allow yourself to go through this process, you will come out stronger, free and full of joy. Listen until the end to hear me pray over you, and know that nothing is impossible! How to Heal from Mother and Father Wounds [13:00] Ask God to soften your heart towards the person you feel resentment for. God can help you see a person that you may have hated through the eyes of love. [18:28] God can handle your disappointment. It’s easy to be upset with God when life doesn’t work out the way we wanted it to. Tell Him how you feel anyway. [19:57] Ask God to bring someone into your life that can be a mother or father figure that you need. [23:20] You don’t have to be afraid to heal. Allow yourself to start the process and go from there. [25:14] Write a letter to the person who has caused you pain. It may sound silly, but this method brought [27:19] Write a letter to your younger self. Let out all the emotions you have bottled up since your youth. Subscribe and Review Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984#see-all/reviews" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast. For more of The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much! Also, to be the first to receive email alerts, <a href="https://amandasclub.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">subscribe</a> to <a href="http://amandasclub.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">amandasclub.com</a>. Thank you so much! References: Isiah 49:15 John 14:18

How to Heal From Mother and Father Wounds: Part 2

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Let me paint a picture for you. Imagine yourself waking up on a bright morning where the schedule for the day is fun and relaxation. No clocking into your job, no one-hour lunch break, and absolutely no stress! Instead, today you will go out, get some sun and enjoy the fresh air. This portrait may seem simple, but how often do you get a day like this in the week? If you are tied to a nine to five job, it is probably very rare. Think about the last time you were able to treat yourself and spend quality time with your family without worrying about how much lunch or a trip would cost. Or when the last time you were able to take time off from work to attend all your kids' school activities and being there with them every step of the way. If you were anything like I was 7 years ago, this was unreachable. I have been there. I know what it feels like to see your paycheck diminish after paying all the bills and expenses, being left with crumbs to hold you until the next payday. Can I tell you that you are more than just a mediocre routine? You are capable of major financial gains that will allow you to enjoy time with your loved ones and get your life back! One of the main frustrations I faced in working for a company was that I felt as though I was never building anything of my own. A major benefit of building your own business is that you will leave a legacy for your family to build upon. Starting from your shoulders. This all sounds great, doesn’t it? Question is, where do you start? Your path may be different than my own, but I guarantee my two strategies will help you along the way. It’s time to get your life back and build something of your own! Two Strategies for Building Your Business Online:   [16:05] Change your mindset. Perspective and outlook change everything. The transition to an employee to an employer is a huge leap for some people to ever consider for themselves! Pick any successful business owners mind and you will see that they have no cap to the possibility of growth.   [26:11] Implementing a premium experience. This means premium customer service that gives your customer an experience. This calls for going above and beyond for your clients. This is a part of building your business into a premium brand name.   References: Registration for Feminine Woman Academy: https://www.femininewomanacademy.com/  Subscribe &amp; Review in iTunes Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If you have not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. Click here to subscribe in iTunes to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on iTunes. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast. For more The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!

Let me paint a picture for you. Imagine yourself waking up on a bright morning where the schedule for the day is fun and relaxation. No clocking into your job, no one-hour lunch break, and absolutely no stress! Instead, today you will go out, get some sun and enjoy the fresh air. This portrait may seem simple, but how often do you get a day like this in the week? If you are tied to a nine to five job, it is probably very rare. Think about the last time you were able to treat yourself and spend quality time with your family without worrying about how much lunch or a trip would cost. Or when the last time you were able to take time off from work to attend all your kids' school activities and being there with them every step of the way. If you were anything like I was 7 years ago, this was unreachable. I have been there. I know what it feels like to see your paycheck diminish after paying all the bills and expenses, being left with crumbs to hold you until the next payday. Can I tell you that you are more than just a mediocre routine? You are capable of major financial gains that will allow you to enjoy time with your loved ones and get your life back! One of the main frustrations I faced in working for a company was that I felt as though I was never building anything of my own. A major benefit of building your own business is that you will leave a legacy for your family to build upon. Starting from your shoulders. This all sounds great, doesn’t it? Question is, where do you start? Your path may be different than my own, but I guarantee my two strategies will help you along the way. It’s time to get your life back and build something of your own! Two Strategies for Building Your Business Online: <ol> <li> [16:05] Change your mindset. Perspective and outlook change everything. The transition to an employee to an employer is a huge leap for some people to ever consider for themselves! Pick any successful business owners mind and you will see that they have no cap to the possibility of growth. </li> <li> [26:11] Implementing a premium experience. This means premium customer service that gives your customer an experience. This calls for going above and beyond for your clients. This is a part of building your business into a premium brand name. </li> </ol> References: Registration for Feminine Woman Academy: <a href="femininewomanacademy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.femininewomanacademy.com/ </a> Subscribe &amp; Review in iTunes Have you subscribed to The Amanda Ferguson podcast? If you have not, I would encourage you to do that today. I would not like for you to miss any of the episodes coming up this season. I will be adding bonus episodes and if you are not subscribed there might be a possibility that you’ll miss out on them. <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to subscribe in iTunes</a> to have the podcast downloaded to your device every week. I would love to stay connected with you! If my podcast is blessing your life, I would appreciate if you left me a review over on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amanda-ferguson-show/id1449763984#see-all/reviews" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Select the Ratings &amp; Reviews and write a review. I will be reading your reviews and do not forget to comment on what was your favorite part of the podcast. For more The Amanda Ferguson Show, you can also follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mrsamandaferguson. Thank you so much!

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