Your tired, no need to explain!

 

You Don’t Need to Explain Why You’re Tired

Somehow, being tired has become something we have to defend.

We’re expected to explain why we’re exhausted.
To prove it makes sense.
To list the reasons so our rest feels justified.

But exhaustion isn’t a courtroom case.

You don’t need to explain why you’re tired.

You don’t need a diagnosis.
You don’t need a dramatic story.
You don’t need to convince anyone that your fatigue is real.

Sometimes you’re tired because you’ve been doing your best for a long time.
Sometimes you’re tired because life hasn’t slowed down enough for you to catch your breath.
Sometimes you’re tired for reasons you can’t even put into words yet.

And that’s okay.

You don’t owe anyone productivity to earn rest.
You don’t owe anyone an explanation for needing space.
You don’t owe anyone access to your energy.

If you’re the kind of person who:

• Pushes through even when you’re depleted

• Feels guilty for saying no

• Minimizes your own needs

• Tries to stay “strong” so others don’t worry

Then this message is for you.

Being tired doesn’t mean you’re failing.
It means you’re human.

And it’s allowed to be enough.

You are allowed to rest without defending yourself.
You are allowed to be quiet without needing to apologize.
You are allowed to take care of yourself without explaining why.

Let this be your permission slip.

You have a safe space here — and an understanding friend with me.

You're Not Lazy!

 

               You’re Not Lazy — You’re Carrying Too Much

    If you’ve been calling yourself lazy lately, pause for a moment.

Lazy doesn’t feel like this.

Lazy doesn’t feel like wanting to do things but having no energy left.

Lazy doesn’t feel like your brain never shuts off, even when your body does.

Lazy doesn’t feel like guilt for resting.

What you’re feeling is weight.

You’ve been carrying responsibilities, emotions, expectations, memories, and survival instincts for a long time. Some of it is visible. Most of it isn’t.

You still show up.
You still care.
You still try.

That alone tells me you’re not lazy.

You’re overloaded.

When your nervous system has been in “keep going” mode for too long, your body eventually pulls the emergency brake. Motivation drops. Focus disappears. Simple tasks feel impossible. And instead of asking, “What am I carrying?” you ask, “What’s wrong with me?”

Nothing is wrong with you.

Burnout doesn’t always look like collapse. Sometimes it looks like scrolling instead of starting. Sitting instead of moving. Needing more rest than you think you’re allowed to have.

Especially if you’re the kind of person who:

• Was strong at a young age

• Had to grow up fast

• Learned to put your needs last

• Became the dependable one

Your exhaustion makes sense.

You weren’t built to carry everything forever.

And here’s the part no one says out loud:
Rest isn’t a reward for productivity. It’s a requirement for being human.

You don’t need to “get it together.”
You don’t need more discipline.
You don’t need to shame yourself into motion.

You need gentleness.
You need space to set something down.
You need permission to stop treating exhaustion like a personal failure.

If today all you can do is breathe and be, that’s enough.
If your pace looks slower than it used to, that doesn’t mean you’re falling behind — it means you’re healing.

You are not lazy.
You are carrying too much.

And here, you don’t have to carry it alone.

 Stay a while.

Do you have Emotional Exhaustion?

 

This Is What Emotional Exhaustion Actually Feels Like

Emotional exhaustion doesn’t always announce itself.

It doesn’t always look like crying on the floor or falling apart in public. Most of the time, it’s much quieter than that.

It feels like needing rest but not knowing what kind.
It feels like wanting space but missing people at the same time.
It feels like caring deeply — and also feeling strangely numb.

You might still be functioning.
You might still be responsible.
You might still be doing what needs to be done.

But inside, something feels… thin.

Conversations take more effort than they used to.
Small decisions feel overwhelming.
Noise, questions, and expectations feel heavier than normal.

You’re not dramatic.
You’re not weak.
You’re not “too sensitive.”

You’re emotionally tired.

Emotional exhaustion often shows up when you’ve been:

• Holding things together for a long time

• Supporting others while neglecting yourself

• Suppressing feelings so you can keep functioning

• Living in survival mode without realizing it

At some point, your nervous system runs out of spare capacity.

So instead of big emotions, you feel flat.
Instead of motivation, you feel resistance.
Instead of sadness, you feel fog.

And the hardest part? You might not feel “bad enough” to justify rest — so you keep pushing.

But emotional exhaustion isn’t a failure.
It’s a signal.

A signal that you’ve been strong longer than was fair.
A signal that your inner world needs care, not criticism.
A signal that something inside you is asking to slow down.

You don’t need to hit rock bottom to deserve gentleness.
You don’t need to explain why you’re tired.
You don’t need permission to take emotional space.

If this feels familiar, let this be your reminder:

What you’re feeling makes sense.
You are not imagining it.
And you are not alone in it.

Stay here as long as you need.

You can have a safe space and an understanding friend with me!

Live a long healthy life!!!

11 RULES for Living a Long, Healthy, Young Life

Follow these daily (or as much as possible), and you’ll add YEARS to your life.

# 1️⃣ Never stop managing stress — stress is the #1 ager

Chronic stress destroys collagen, hormones, and vital organs.

Your healing journey? Your boundaries? The peace you’re choosing?

**This is what adds YEARS to your life.**

Daily stress reducers:

* 10 min quiet alone in the morning

* slow breathing

* warm tea

* journaling

* saying “no” without guilt

* stepping away from drama

* nature walks

# 2️⃣ Walk 30–60 minutes a day (THE LONGEVITY SECRET)

People in long-life areas walk EVERY DAY.

Not hard workouts — *walking*.

Walking lowers inflammation, belly fat, disease, AND aging speed.

Do this:

✔ 30 min walk daily OR

✔ 10 min after meals

# 3️⃣ Eat like a Blue Zone queen

These are the longest-living people in the world.

Eat more:

* beans (black, pinto, lentils)

* veggies

* berries

* nuts & seeds

* olive oil

* sweet potatoes

* whole grains

* herbal teas

* fish (2–3x/week)

Eat less:

* fried food

* red meat

* processed food

* sugar

* alcohol

* soda

Your new motto:

**“Mostly plants, sometimes treats.”**

# 4️⃣ Sleep like your life depends on it (because it does)

7–9 hours.

Deep sleep heals your brain, skin, metabolism, emotions, and organs.

Night routine:

* low lights

* no screens 30 minutes before bed

* magnesium (this helps so much)

* warm shower

* soft music

* cool room

* comfortable bedding

# 5️⃣ Keep your body at a stable weight

We’re not talking about being thin.

We’re talking about **stable**.

Weight that goes way up & down = inflammation.

Even being 10–20 lbs above ideal is fine IF you're stable.

# 6️⃣ Drink water all day — not soda

Water keeps your organs clean, brain sharp, and skin youthful.

Soda, energy drinks, and sugary coffee age the body faster.

Aim for 70–90 oz/day.

# 7️⃣ Lift something twice a week

Muscle = longevity.

Women lose muscle after 30 → leads to weakness, brittle bones, wrinkles, and metabolism crash.

Quick routine (2 days/week):

* 10 squats

* 10 lunges

* 10 glute bridges

* 10 push-ups (or wall pushups)

* 15 min total

That's it.

# 8️⃣ Stay emotionally healthy + connected

People with good relationships live longer.

But also:

* let go of toxic people

* seek peace over chaos

* choose love over stress

* maintain purpose

* talk about feelings

* build meaning

# 9️⃣ Minimal alcohol

Alcohol = faster aging, gut issues, sleep issues.

You don’t have to cut it out, but limit to:

* 1 drink occasionally

* never more than 2 per setting

* hydrate before & after

# 🔟 Keep dopamine healthy

Slow-aging brains require *balanced* dopamine.

Do more:

* reading

* nature

* creating

* building goals

* helping people

* laughing

* love/connection

Do less:

* doom scrolling

* TikTok overstimulation

* getting pulled into drama

11. Take longevity supplements (the right ones)

Do your research!!! Natural, no fillers!! I'll go over this more in detail in future blogs!

 BONUS: Beauty + Anti-Aging Rules

You’ll love these because they work:

✔ Never sleep on your face

✔ Use silk pillowcases

✔ Use sunscreen on face, neck, chest daily

✔ Hydrate your skin nightly

✔ Take collagen

✔ Reduce sugar (collagen killer)

✔ Avoid tanning & sunburns

✔ Try to stay happy — it shows in your skin

✔ Moisturize your neck even more than your face

✔ Stay in love (love increases healthy hormones)

LIVE A LONGGGGG HEALTHY LIFE!!!

Your Brain is making you SICK!!!

 

The Connection Between Mental Health and Physical Health — And Why You Can’t Ignore It

Most people are in denial that their overall body health and the health of their mind are indeed connected.

To me, a quiet small-town girl with a passion to heal those around her, it seems very obvious that the two need each other to thrive. I’m not a doctor, but I feel I have done enough of my own research and studying to be one by now! I have observed, I have listened, and I have tested the theories out on myself over the past 36 years.

It’s common sense (or at least it should be) that when we feel upset all the time, are stressing about random things that don’t matter, and big things that do… our bodies are not happy. Then, when our body isn’t happy, we feel ill. Our immune system gets lazy, it’s no longer able to stand up to those pesky germs, and before you know it — we’re sicker than a dog!

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The Science Backs It Up

Here’s what research says (for those who like receipts):

• Chronic stress keeps your body in “fight or flight” mode, flooding it with cortisol. Over time, this can lead to inflammation, high blood pressure, and a weaker immune system.

• Anxiety and depression have been linked to higher rates of heart disease, diabetes, and digestive problems.

• Your gut and brain are in constant communication through something called the gut–brain axis. A stressed brain can cause stomach problems, and an unhealthy gut can increase feelings of anxiety and depression.

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Real-Life Proof You’ve Probably Felt

Think about it — when you’ve had a really bad week:

• Your shoulders get tight.

• Your sleep goes out the window.

• You catch every cold going around.

• You have no energy for the things you normally enjoy.

That’s not a coincidence. That’s your mind and body having a conversation — and right now, they’re gossiping about how burnt out you are.

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How to Take Care of Both

The good news? If the mind and body are connected, then working on one can help heal the other.
Here are some things I’ve learned (and lived) that really make a difference:

1. Breathe on purpose – Even two minutes of slow, deep breathing can lower stress hormones.

2. Move daily – Not to lose weight, not to look a certain way — just to move your energy around and keep your body strong.

3. Eat food that loves you back – Whole, nourishing foods help your body fight illness and your mind feel more stable.

4. Speak kindly to yourself – Negative self-talk is like feeding your brain spoiled milk. It will make you sick from the inside out.

5. Rest without guilt – Sleep is when your brain cleans house and your body repairs itself.

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The Bottom Line

You can’t pour into your life if your cup is empty. Your mind and body are not separate teams — they’re partners. When one is hurting, the other is too. And when you care for both? That’s when you truly start to thrive.

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         ?????? What can you do to help yourself  ??????

      Gardening is a Natural Medicine for the Mind and Body

If you want a simple, affordable way to boost your mental and physical health, let me tell you — a garden might just be your answer. Whether it’s a community garden or a little patch of earth in your own backyard, spending time with plants and soil does way more than give you pretty flowers and fresh tomatoes. Gardening is medicine for the soul, and the more time you spend in it, the more you feel that truth deep down.

1. You’re more likely to eat healthy.
When you grow your own food, you naturally start eating more fresh fruits and vegetables. There’s something about pulling a carrot from the ground or plucking a tomato off the vine that makes it taste better than anything from the store. And because you worked for it, you want to eat it.

2. It lowers stress hormones.
Studies have shown that gardening can lower cortisol levels (that pesky stress hormone). Add in fresh air, sunshine, and a little movement, and your brain starts releasing those happy chemicals like serotonin and dopamine.

3. Gardening is grounding.
Literally. Touching the earth connects you to the natural world in a physical way. When your hands are in the soil, your body releases built-up static and stress — almost like the earth is taking in the bad and giving you calm in return. This grounding can help quiet racing thoughts and bring you back to the present moment.

4. It strengthens community connections.
If you join a community garden, you’re not just growing plants — you’re growing friendships. Sharing tips, trading seeds, and helping each other’s plots creates a support system that naturally lifts your mood and sense of belonging.

5. It moves your body without feeling like “exercise.”
Bending, lifting, digging, and carrying water all count as movement, but it’s so enjoyable you don’t even realize you’re exercising. That physical activity improves circulation, strengthens muscles, and supports heart health.

6. It’s free therapy you can take daily.
There’s something about watching a seed turn into a plant that feeds you — body and soul. It teaches patience, hope, and resilience. Plants don’t grow overnight, and neither do we.

🍀Clover Paths & Compost Gold: The Lazy Genius Way I Mulch My Garden Beds

 Let me tell you a story…

It all started with a wagon full of grass clippings. I had mowed the yard and tossed the clippings in there with every intention of dumping them in my compost pile. But, like most of my well-meaning intentions, I got busy... and forgot. Then it rained. Then I forgot again.

Next thing I know, I walk past the wagon and catch a whiff of what can only be described as fermented cow manure meets lawn smoothie. 🤢 And in that exact moment, I had a lightbulb moment:💡💡💡💡

“Wait... is this gross liquid actually good for the garden?” 🧏🏼‍♀️

Turns out? It kind of was.

From Forgotten Funk to Fertilizer Gold

That smelly wagon stew was actually a form of accidental compost tea. And while I wouldn't recommend dumping it straight onto delicate plants (trust me, it needs to be diluted), it was rich in nutrients—and I used it on my compost pile and around some tougher plants. Lazy win #1.

But here’s where things really took off.

🌾 Straw = Not My Best Friend

I had been buying straw bales to use as mulch in my garden beds, thinking I was being smart. Until one day, I looked around and noticed… a whole new garden was growing. Only I didn’t plant it.

Yep—my beds were now full of germinating straw seeds. Weeds I paid for. 😑

That was the moment I said, “No more.”.......

Enter: Clover & Controlled Wildness

I decided to lean into what I already had—my yard. I bought multiple 5-pound bag of clover seed and spread it through all the grassy areas and garden paths!!! Clover does everything I need:

• It fixes nitrogen, naturally feeding my soil

• Bees and pollinators love it

• It stays short, soft, and I don’t have to mow it

• It adds to the wild, beautiful vibe I want in my garden

So instead of trying to tame the whole yard, I’m letting the paths and borders grow wild and free, while keeping my garden beds neat, mulched, and intentional.

Drying My Own Mulch: Lazy Genius Style

Now when I mow (the clover or any other grass), I collect the clippings and lay them out on a tarp or old sheet in the sun to dry.

Here’s my simple method:

1. Mow + collect clippings

2. Spread them thin in a sunny spot

3. Stir them every day or two until crispy

4. Store them in breathable bins or bags

5. Use them as mulch around my plants (NOT too close to the stems!)

It’s free. It’s clean. And it won’t sprout a hayfield in my potato patch.

 Lazy win #2.

The Magic of Wild Paths + Tidy Beds

This balance—wild paths, intentional beds—feels like the best of both worlds. My garden is becoming a living metaphor:
Let the wild things grow where they belong, and nurture the space where your vision is taking root.

It's peaceful. It's beautiful. And most importantly—it's me.

🎥 Watch It Come to Life

I’ll be showing a quick walkthrough of this on my YouTube channel, Seasons of life so you can see the wagon, the clippings, the clover, and all the real-life garden magic (and mess) behind it.

Want to Try This Yourself?

Stay tuned—I'm adding a free printable with my lazy girl mulch recipe, drying guide, and how to make this system work for your garden too.

Whether you’re a seasoned homesteader or just a tired mama trying not to buy one more bale of straw, this method could save you time, money, and a whole lot of weedy frustration.

Because around here… we grow with purpose, love with ease, and mulch like a wildflower warrior 🌸

Something Magical Is Blooming: Welcome to Giggles in the Garden

 “What if laughter could grow like flowers?

What if bugs could teach kids about big emotions, confidence, and kindness—right from the soil up?
That’s the heartbeat behind Giggles in the Garden, and we’re just getting started.”

What Is Giggles in the Garden?

• A new YouTube channel for kids and parents

• Combines funny animal clips + emotional lessons + nature-based characters

• Created with healing, learning, and laughter in mind

• Gentle, safe, and soul-nurturing—especially for kids who’ve experienced hard things

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What You Can Expect:

• Weekly videos featuring characters like Doug the Slug and Bree the Bee

• Educational AND emotional tools—without kids realizing they’re learning

• Free and affordable printables (coloring pages, activity sheets)

• Garden stories that build self-worth, mindfulness, and joy

• A healing space for parents, too—because your heart matters

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 Why We Created It:

• Because your child deserves tools to feel empowered

• Because healing doesn't have to be heavy—it can be colorful, silly, and kind

• Because laughter is medicine, and nature is the guide

  How to Join the Garden Movement:

  • Subscribe to the channel (launching soon!) More info to come!! Follow on the mother channel till "Giggles in the Garden" launches!!  Seasons of life Vlog

  • Follow us on Pinterest & Instagram for extra goodies

  • Share with other parents or teachers who need this light

  • check out: Our Website to get updates!!

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  If you’ve been searching for content that gets it—that honors a child’s heart and lets them giggle while they grow—this is for you.
  The garden gates are opening soon. We can’t wait to see you!🐛🦋🐌⚘️🌷🪻

Healing Childhood Trauma in the Garden – Rooted Episode 1

 Hello friends,

Today, I’m sitting in my garden house, sorting seeds and sorting through memories. 🌱✨
In the very first episode of Rooted on YouTube, I’m opening up about childhood trauma—what it is, how it shapes us, and how we can begin to heal.

For a long time, I didn’t even realize I was carrying the weight of childhood trauma. It showed up in ways I never expected: the people-pleasing, the anxiety, the feeling like I always had to prove my worth. Maybe you’ve felt those patterns too.

Here’s what I shared in the video:

✅ How to Know If You Have Childhood Trauma

• Feeling unworthy or ashamed for no reason

• Struggling with boundaries

• Toxic relationship patterns

• Anxiety, depression, or physical symptoms like chronic pain

• Feeling disconnected from your emotions

✅ Ways to Cope and Heal

• Acknowledge your pain without judgment

• Use grounding practices like gardening or time in nature

• Start therapy or talk to safe, supportive people

• Reparent yourself—give yourself the love you needed as a child

• Practice healthy boundaries and protect your energy

• Remember: healing is a journey, and you don’t have to go it alone

I believe healing is just like tending a garden. 🌿 You plant small seeds of change, nurture them, and with time and care, they bloom into something beautiful.

If you’re ready to join me on this journey, watch Episode 1 of Rooted here:
👉 https://youtu.be/7vganrygnko?feature=shared

Let’s create a safe, honest, and healing space together. Drop a comment on the video and share your own story, if you feel called.

Sending you hope and love,
SL Bradley

“What Type of Trauma Are You Holding On To?” (Free Quiz Inside)

💜“What Type of Trauma Are You Holding On To?” (Free Quiz Inside)

Trauma doesn’t always scream. Sometimes, it whispers—through anxiety, chronic pain, broken relationships, or the feeling that something is just… off.
If you’ve ever said, “I don’t even know what’s wrong with me,”—you’re not alone.

Many people carry emotional wounds from childhood, betrayal, loss, or abuse—but they don’t know how to name it. And if we can’t name it, how can we ever hope to heal?

That’s why I created this series of gentle self-discovery quizzes—to help you pinpoint what kind of trauma may be holding you back, and where your healing journey can begin.

✨ What You’ll Find Inside:

These short, printable questionnaires are designed to guide you with yes/no and multiple-choice style reflections—easy enough for anyone to complete but powerful enough to spark real insight. They cover:

• Childhood Emotional Neglect

• Betrayal and Trust Trauma

• Relationship & Attachment Trauma

• Survival Mode & Hyper-Independence

• Grief & Loss Trauma

• And more to come…

🌱 Why It Matters:

When we don’t know our trauma, we tend to:

• Repeat patterns we don’t understand

• Feel stuck in relationships or jobs

• Struggle with confidence, trust, or rest

• Seek healing in all the wrong places

But once you identify the type of trauma you carry, everything starts to shift. It gives you language. It gives you clarity. And most importantly—it gives you power back.

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🧩 Ready to Discover Your Hidden Trauma?

These printable quizzes are now available in my Etsy shop:

👉 Click here to grab the Trauma Self-Discovery Quiz Pack
(More being added soon—save the shop to stay updated!)

Whether you're just starting your healing journey or deep into self-work, these tools are a meaningful first step toward understanding what your body and mind have been holding for far too long.

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❤️ Final Thoughts:

You are not broken.
You are carrying unprocessed pain.
And the first act of healing is simply getting curious.

Let this be the moment you pause, reflect, and say:
“I’m ready to understand myself.”

April showers

Hello wonderful people!

They say that when it rains it pours... I feel I speak for us all when I say that I can confirm that we have had our fair share of rain showers (metaphorically) lately. Am I right? Kind of? I'm the mother of four littles and being trapped in the house with little to nothing to do, has become quite draining. I have found myself going to bed extremely later than what I normally do, and this has became rather drawing on my creative juices. As a writer I need those juices to be on overdrive, but lately with my sleep schedule and my stress levels being all over the place, that has been very daunting. Most of my inspiration comes from my dreams. I feel that I am not able to complete my dreams in time for my children to get up.. in that I mean, when we enter REM sleep, which is where our dreams come from, it is near the time we are coming to wake up. Well, for me around that time is when my kids start to stir and they are fighting with one another, lecturing the puppies for barking, or singing and dancing... there truly is no in between for mornings in my household. Its either loud, or kind of loud LOL. So, if I don't get to that REM sleep before that happens, well... I don't get to finish that inspiring dream and I loose it.

I do remember a dream that I had recently, bits and pieces of it anyway.. that seemed quite inspiring. Now, for you to understand this dream and how my brain works, you need to know that I am inspired by nature, I love nature! I'm a very big environmentalist! This dream was of this crazy looking tree in my yard.. if I can I will post a picture of it down below! ↓
This dream reminded me of other dreams that Ive had, do dreams do that to anyone else? Its like images, textures, sounds etc. things that are in the dream take you to other dreams that you have had. Well this one in particular reminded me of another book inspiration that I had when I was just a teen. So, maybe there will be more about that in upcoming blogs.

This dream was of this tree, the tree was all funky (I'm sure its a normal tree, but it was funky to me)
Well, our yard is bare, we just had our septic replaced so our backyard looks like a desert island. Its very sad to say the least... So, in my dream there came this massive down pour of rain, like rained really really hard. It was a dream so for a matter of explanation sake, I'm going to say it seemed like we got at least like 5 inches of rain in less than an hour! After the rain stopped, we all went outside. When I walked outside, everything was GREEN! The grass was lush and soft under my bare feet... ya, my feet were BARE! I wouldn't ever not wear shoes outside right now in my yard lol. There were weeds, but there was mainly green lush grass! It was amazing. As I was looking around the yard, one of my children called out to me from across the yard. I ran over to them, and before they could even say anything, my jaw dropped to the ground! That tree... the same tree, the day before I stood and looked at with wonder... I stared at with far more wonder as I saw the dust of pollen coming off these lush HUGE blue flowers that looked as if they could consume me whole! I'm 5'2" so, I'm not extremely tall, but that flower was extremely huge! That was just the size of the petals. The look of the flower mimicked that of a tulip! After seeing that, the dream gets kind of foggy, I remember seeing a tree end up coming to life and talking to me, as if it was my guardian or something.. I don't know, but I know that some of these aspects would be super neat to incorporate into one of my up coming books!

Well, I hope you all have a very blessed day... night, (or whenever your reading this!) Have a nice one! I'm going to jump off of here and go make supper for my mini army! We are eating some breakfast for supper, homemade biscuits and gravy! Yum! Just remember, after all the April showers have passed, they are said to bring may flowers! Anticipate and search for the beautiful flowers friends!
Love you all! Don't forget to check out slbradley.com and read my 1st published book!

 SL.Bradley.

Here is the tree!

Has weird "Leaves" I'm guessing pine?

Our days are changing

Today is March 23rd 2020

Our days are different now... people are running around crazy, they are scared and frantic. I completely and whole heartedly believe we will look back on these days and we will be talking about them for years. This year might change how we do things forever! I don't want my blog to be about doomsday talk, I want to talk about inspiration! There are two ways to look at things, we could look at situations with a cup half full viewpoint, or we can look at it in a cup half empty viewpoint! I choose to do the first! I know with my faith in my religion that we will prevail! I am also left with my creative, inspiring way of viewing life, which leads me to create amazing stories.

I feel I have been blessed over the last few years with the ability to receive ideas through my dreams. I have a few good books waiting to come forth, but I feel I need to get through my last two classes in college before I can move forward. I have already completed the timeline for Mystical bounty part TWO! I completely believe that it will be done before the end of the year 2020, then I can move on to my next book!

Sneak peek of my next few books: I don't want to tell too much.. but I will give a little insight into the mind of SL.Bradley!

Intelligence vs. Love. - This story is a love story involving an AI

Broken Memories.- This is a story about a child meeting his deceased grandparent in a dream.

Flavors of forever.- This is a story about mysterious ice cream, and once eaten transports you....

Forbidden love.- This is a tragic love story about a couple on the run from their family.

All of these dreams, with my recent story included.. came from dreams that I have had. When I dream, my dreams are almost as if I am sitting in a movie theater watching them play out. Sometimes they are so intense that I am actually the characters in the storyline and I wake up with a great sense of feelings towards the characters. I have had these kinds of dreams since I was a young child. I just recently started to document them in detail so that I can transport myself back to the dream and turn it into a story.

I have had other dreams as well... these dreams are more faith based. Dreams of crashing planes and myself helping people towards salvation. I haven't documented these to turn into books because that isn't the line of books I wanted to write. But I don't know.. I might change my mind.

Moving on to a different point.. I have always wanted to be an entrepreneur, I just never knew for what. Till just this year my eyes have opened. I am going to do this, by writing books! Why? Because that is a business! That is a career! Its something ive always loved so why not!? Its not a very lucrative career right away, but its something I absolutely love! While looking into publishing my book via audiobooks, I also learned that being a audio actress/producer is a thing! Which leads me to tell you, there are so many options out there that we don't even know about yet!
Well, now I'm looking into doing that! You can do that from a home studio, which could be something as simple as a closet, or you can do it from an actual studio.

Take away I want to give you with this blog, to whomever may read it one day would be this;

Times are hard... yes they are! But, we are resilient and if we put our creative minds to it, we can accomplish anything! Just stick with your dreams and before you know it, you dream can become a realty! We have to weather the storm but I promise you that we are not alone in this storm and we will make it through!

I wish blessings to you all! Stay safe, stay healthy, stay creative and inspired!