So Where Have I Been? And Hello!!!!!

Hello Hello and Hello!!!!
I know it has been a VERY long time!!! I have not written intentionally. However today I've decided to be transparent. If you have read any of my posts, you are aware that I talk a lot about purpose, hope and living your best life ever. I talk about my source of hope, life, love and so much more- Yeshua. On this journey we all know (if you've lived long enough :-) that there are many obstacles and I do mean MANY. And quiet frankly there isn't anything wrong with obstacles if you go through them in a manner that is mature and healthy.They produce strength, growth and patience.

What's Been Going On-Temporary Processes

Adjusting to many transitions for one.I have had so many things change in the past few months, some really healthy and positive changes, that have brought about so many exciting opportunities and have completely brought sheer happiness into my life, I've also experienced much sadness and disappointment. It's something when you can experience happiness and sadness at the same time. In one glance you can see how change is propelling you forward and at the same time it can look like it's taking you backwards in other areas of your life. Some would refer to it as the Yin-Yang affect. No matter how it may appear I KNOW that I'm progressing forward and that I'm on the path in which I'm suppose to be. I thank Yeshua for the people in my life who have been a strong support unit; we can not walk this journey alone and have all the benefits we're entitled too (I'll explain that thought another time). You want to know who really values you, respects you, wants the best for you? Observe  the behavioral patterns of those around you when it appears you're at your lowest ( notice I said appears- they have no vision and understanding of you in depths or your future, only what they can SEE, which is limited). Observe those who don't like the standards that you STAND for. Observe those who speak negatively about those around them to others (not you) and speaks highly of themselves often ( how they do this in comparison to others, how much they've done, etc- this inflated self view is dangerous for many reasons) All you have to do is observe, sit quietly and just observe. Sometimes we just want to speak but there are times just to watch, take notes and use wisdom. Everyone around you isn't on your team, they're not really supporters, though they have on the mascot of a supporter and when the game is high they're cheering you on, you understand your real supporters when the games is low- whose teaching you, showing you the plays, out there on the field with you during practice when the spotlight isn't on? Those are your real supporters. It's very crucial that you know the difference before the "season" starts, before the crowd starts cheering your name, before the endorsements start coming in, before the "hype" begins. Your true supporters will celebrate you, enjoy the success with you but they will also protect you from vultures, remind you that it's about the "team" not you- keep you grounded, be there when you fail, and grow and love you in life. So, though there is much sadness and disappointment through the realization of your supporters, know that it's all for the greater good anyway. Love them(false supporters) during this time, don't act out of character to prove anything to them, don't disgrace their name, love them remain peaceable and continue to move forward.

That whole analogy may seem so random but take what you can from it :-)

I do have some exciting things coming up to share, I'll let you all know in December; 2014 will be AWESOME. You'll get to see what I've been working on so quietly and diligently in my corner.

Also, to everyone who has been reaching out, I would like to say thank you. All is well, for my safety and well being I've been very low key but I will be re-surfacing very soon! I love you all and I really do appreciate you. (they say if you don't want everyone to know everything put it in a book- or a post) :-)

* Life is a journey, a lot of how we experience it is in our attitude, our outlook. Remain positive, do not allow negativity in any form draw you in and change you. Surround yourself with people who are mature, positive, hopeful and deeply rooted in a spiritual relationship with the creator Jesus Christ, they will effectively help you along the way and also and importantly, give back to others the hope and love you have received! Volunteer to those who need to know they are loved, valued and God has a plan for their life!!! Connecting to something greater than ourselves is a blessing.

Nikki Flow sits down with KB at Unashamed Conference @KB_HGA @ReachRecor...

Unashamed 2013 pics pt2

UAC 13 pics

TJ Pompeo &I, look out for this dude, dope!! Mixed Bag records

My Boss, Mike & I

Founder of Rapzilla Philip Rood & I

My boss's wife Shay & I have dimples :-)

Concert

Concert, our seats were back/side stage with artist and family

Unashamed Conference 2013 additional pics

Additional UAC-13 pics.... will keep you posed on release interview dates.

Work Flow :-)

Media buddies: Retro & Mike

Authentik & I, awesome guys!

Work Flow :-)

Concert

My Energy Source

So Who Is My Energy Source I'm Always Referring To?

There is SO much I can say about my energy source, more than I've said already in previous posts, but i'll say a little more here. (please watch your volume)

Yeshua is the Hebrew name for Jesus. I am not Hebrew and I speak the English language 97% of the time but I often choose to refer to Jesus as Yeshua simply because I want to. Simple as that :-) I made the decision to connect with my energy source Yeshua many, many years ago during my adolescent years. Throughout our relationship I've made some pretty poor choices, unwise decisions and have had to learn from my choices along the way. As I became maturer in age and desired to connect properly to the one who is the source of my life, and thus a real relationship began; through the reading of the holy scriptures, prayer and meditation, associating with a community of believers in Yeshua, along with sincerity and time I began to learn more about who Yeshua is and how I'm connected with him. I am so GRATEFUL to Yeshua!!!! I remember a time I was so lost, lost in who I was and my reason for existence; because of this I developed a need to people please- are they going to be proud of me? If I do this will they reject me? I wonder what "they're" going to think. Let me change who I am so "they" can be comfortable. I didn't like who I was because of the "theys" but as I began to build with my energy source I realized I was created and designed the way I was for a specific reason and that I was ENOUGH. I discovered that I was made in the image of Yeshua (Genesis 1:26) and that I was wonderfully made (psalm 139:14). I soon realized the only opinion that mattered was Yeshua's; through community living with believers who were maturer in their journey with Yeshua and the building of my relationship with  Yeshua I realized their were many patterns and behaviors that I had developed along the way that I no longer wanted to demonstrate and did not reflect the peace and harmony that comes with reflecting the character of Yeshua, so I began seeking guidance on how to dissolve those patterns and develop new and healthier ones. In part this took time but I was okay with that because I was and still am so excited and appreciative for the connection I have with my energy source. Yeshua is my friend (John 15:14,15), even typing that makes me smile! How awesome is it to have a friend that is the GREATEST person/entity ever!!!  Here are a few scriptures i'll use as to why I refer to him as my energy source (John 1:3,4)(John 14:6)(John 6:63), again I can and will expound on this in much greater detail at another time but for now here you go, also I left a little video clip for you as well to express who Yeshua is to me...please watch your volume. Life with the source of life!!!! YESHUA.
                                                            Stay Calm & Sparkle ~Niki Flow~
 

Finish Strong!

Make It Count!!!

Hey Friends! A few more months left in the year (USA), let's make it count. Let us finish the year strong with big strides being made. As I reflect over the year thus far, I thank my energy source Yeshua for the strength and endurance to persevere. I remember talking to a good friend of mine earlier this year and I made a statement saying " I want to make great strides in my purpose in life this year, I want to make it count!" Can you see progress in your life from the beginning of 2013 to now? If you were to get a report card from your creator in December what would the evaluation look like? Would you hear "well done, you good and  faithful worker"? It's not too late, all we have to do is honor our Lord with our lives, live in obedience to our purpose and do our very best. Pick an area or areas you'd like to honor your creator in and work diligently in improving the area(s). You can do it no matter how difficult, progress is progress!

A Few Tips To Help

1. Do not get distracted by looking at others progression or lack thereof. Focus on what you're suppose to do.

2. Pray and Meditate every single day on the knowledge of truth (the holy word-bible). Much guidance, serenity and centered-ness comes from a healthy and deep rooted spiritual life.

3. Healthy environment, being around people who are also spiritually healthy and intentional on being purposeful in life will constantly fuel and encourage your desire to do the same (and vice versa).

4. Choose freedom, don't be paralyzed with fear. It wastes time and energy. Do  what you're suppose to do, if you make a mistake learn from it, if you need guidance- get it, need assistance- ask for it. The point is choose to be free and move.

5. Grow, surround yourself with people who can challenge you in the area(s) you desire to see growth in. You know, the ones better than you in the particular area(s), this will empower you to want more and grow. Who wants to be the big fish in a little pond!, stagnate anyone.

6. Enjoy the journey! Smile, love, laugh, support, dream, achieve, show thanks, choose joy, teach, learn, disciple, encourage, forgive, show humility, eat, dance, travel, study, love, hug, learn, love, teach, love, dance, love, forgive,love, show grace, love, smile, love, support, show thanks, love.... you get it! :-)

Have a wonderful rest of the day!  Stay Calm & Sparkle ~Niki Flow~

Movement in Sincerity

Hello All,
How's everyone? I'm well. So it's like 2a.m my way and I'm just humbled right now; lately  I've had the honor of meeting some really remarkable people. Their dedication and sincerity to Yeshua the Christ is so pure. The reflection of this truth is found in how they love and treat his people. They aren't impressed with themselves and their theological insights so much that they are more concerned with divulging how much knowledge/information they know and can spew out and completely miss the opportunity to show love and grace to a people that so eagerly want to connect with a power greater than themselves. They aren't complaining about ministering to Yahweh's people, whether at the local park, inside the mall, a friend's house or in a building; it's not a chore because their heart is grateful to Yeshua for not only what he's done in their lives but who he is to them. I'm so thankful to be around a sea of people whose lives are centered around Christ. I've been around Pharisees and Scribes too long, they try to impress others with how much theology they know, whose connected to who, whose the smartest in the group, whose influence is greater, who can rub elbows with this person or that person, and  all that unnecessary, unproductive and simple stuff that the lives around them that are in need of hope aka Christ perish. Yeshua has been used as a business tool, a resource for social-economical growth and not the enlightenment (truth) people need. There is a movement happening, there is a shift within the wind, a rise of a nation that is bold and unwavering in their allegiance to Yeshua the Christ and their purpose and call in him. May those whose sincerity towards people and their discovering who Christ is and who they are in Christ be encouraged, energized and equipped to continue on their journey. May they not begin strong but finish strong as well. May the necessary resources be granted to them fully to continue on in their endeavors. May the fruit of their labor be visible, and may Jesus (Yeshua) the Christ be glorified!!!

p.s hope all this makes sense, it is 2a,m :-) love you all!!
                                                                          Stay Calm & Sparkle,
                                                                          Niki Flow

Life Begins!

And Then.....

Hello all. I hope you're doing well. It's been such a busy time for me!! How about for you all? This is going to be a short post today (I think... :-). Also, if you're in a public place watch your volume bc the song in the video clip may be loud in your speakers.... So, I am excited to share a little with you all with what's going on my way; but not yet... but soon though. I am SO SO grateful to my energy source -Yeshua for life!!! I am always  reminded of his grace, his love and his truth!!! Having a healthy and intimate relationship with him is far more valuable than anything tangible I could earn in this world! One thing I have discovered is that this amazing truth isn't predicated on everything going perfectly in my life or me not having any obstacles but it's totally based upon his grace, his patience, his love and his WANTING me to discover who I am in him and living my best life ever! ( and me accepting his invitation) To be awakened to this truth has been extremely liberating!

 I have been in situations that were very uncomfortable to say the least: abandonment by someone I loved and trusted; the scarcity of food & finances, no employment, mistreatment, and SO much more.. but I was NEVER without HOPE!!! And let me tell you the opportunity to choose hopelessness was very present but I made the choice to trust in the source of life-Yeshua. And gradually, my faith in him became stronger; our relationship deepened. Over and over the love Yeshua has for me became obvious. Praying to him everytime (most times) I felt disappointed, sad or uncertain created an atmosphere of trust between us. I knew everything was going to be okay and he knew I would rely on him and his energy and not my own. The wisdom I began to acquire in various situations that produced the results I needed were impeccable.

  Discover the one who is the source of life-Yeshua. Experience a relationship that will revive your soul and produce your best life ever!!!!! No matter what your present circumstance is great, good, okay, not so good, bleak, horrible or whatever the case, in him it will improve expedientially and remarkably!!! He loves you!!!!
Make the decision and then.......LIFE BEGINS!!!! I love you all!!! Enjoy life y'all. Stay Calm & Sparkle. I'll talk to you soon ~Niki Flow~

Living Outside of That Box

Get Out of The Box

Have you ever wondered is there more to life? Or have you looked at someone else on tv, in the grocery store, book store, online, at the park and thought "man they seem to live a fuller life than I". How about the thought(s) of " I could never travel there or acheive that, no one else in my family ever has experienced that before". Sometimes we live in this invisible box that keeps us from experiencing the life we are actually meant to live. Living a life full of purpose and passion isn't a fairytale even though to many in the world it appears that way.

  Are you tired of looking at someone else's life and "wishing" you could have a "do-over"? What if you were given that "do-over", what would you change? I have discovered that living a life full of purpose, excitement, passion, hope, love and abundance of joy is not only obtainable but the ultimate reality! I had to seek my purpose of exisistence from my creator; my energy source, Yeshua. Then I had to make wise and intentional choices concerning various areas in my life. Not making choices out of emotion, others opinions or happenstance. I had to pray and meditate on these decisions. I asked those around me who are more mature, developed and centered in the creator, for their wisdom concerning certain things and then I did the sometimes "tough part"- MOVED.  Having the knowledge of what you should do is easy once you discover it. Having the know how, is easy once you learn it. But one of the more challenging aspects of the process is actually moving out and doing it.

 About a year plus ago I read a book titled "Who Moved My Cheese" by Spencer Johnson. The book is simple in understanding but profound in many regards. I would recommend this book to anyone who has not read it yet;  one thing I reflect on from the story is we "mankind" can put ourselves in a box due to our own mindset, other people or fear and sit in that invisible box knowing we should get out and have more, acheive more, help more, live more but we'll sit in the box and "wish" someone one else would make the "hard" decision for us. Wishing for the change we have the ability and power to make. Year in and year out we go through the motions of life because we won't make the decision to get outside the box and live a life full of purpose! We have this void on the inside and are unfulfilled because we aren't operating in our reason for existence. So, we sit in the box and watch others excel and acheive their goals. We watch them live rich and fulfilling lives; all while not truly believing we were meant to have that same experience. I would like to share a story about a family I had the privilege of being introduced to recently and it is my hope, that you find the inspiration to live your best life ever!

 There was a man who seemed to have had it all, great family, financial freedom, big beautiful home, a great career and an intimate relationship with his creator. He was very active in his local assembly of spiritual growth & development and had great friendships. Though on the outside everything appeared picture perfect to others; he knew there had to be more. There was still something missing- his purpose. As time went on, he decided to go on a missions trip to a country in Africa. While there he met the locals, aided those in need, fulfilled his obligations and went back to his home country. While back home, he sensed a tug from his creator; he knew he was meant to be in the country he just visited in Africa. With much prayer, he knew it was time for him to leave his local assembly of spiritual growth & development and fulfill the purpose his creator had given him. He discussed what he knew was his purpose with a few friends; they prayed with him and for him. The gentlman and his family sold all their possessions and relocated to that country for three years. They worked alongside the chief of that area and other organizations to build up that community. Not only did the man fulfill purpose he aided his family in the courage of discovering and fulfilling theirs. The impact this family made in that country is remarkable to say the least and I would have to write a whole other post to give details. But let me just share that they have created a live and efficient system for the citizens there, they have established friendships, and will continue to go back for workshops & confrences for others who will follow behind them. They are back in their home country and have been asked by a local state & city to assist in the fortifying of the communities there. As the couple ended their sharing of their experience and the joy they were experiencing from fulfilling purpose they both exclaimed how they would  not go back to life as they formerly knew it. Although they had the "dream life" by others standards true fulfillment for them and their children came from living a life obedient to the purpose in which they were created for.
I hope this was inspiring and enlightening. So much more about this family I could write about but the moral of the stroy is get out that box and MOVE!!!! Discover your purpose in the source of life- Yeshua and work at living a fulfilling and rewarding life in your creator! love, love, love you all!

                                                                                          Stay Calm & Sparkle,
                                                                                          Niki Flow

Just Wanted to Say Hello.

Hello Friends, I hope you're having a wonderful day. It's been a super busy few weeks for me and I just wanted to stop by and say "hello". I hope your day is filled with peace, productivity and fulfillment. You are precious in the eyes of the one who created you! I speak hope, life and much love to you! I'll chat with you soon. xoxoxo. Stay Calm & Sparkle, Niki Flow

Victorious Living!

You were created to live VICTORIOUSLY! Have you ever pondered the character of the one who took their time to create and form you? Did you consider the time, thought, effort and consideration that went into your development? The one who created you is a CHAMPION. An intelligent, wise, and master craftsman. Think about the intricate details of the human brain, only an amazing genius (and that's saying it so lightly)could create something so spectacular. Your creator is creative, bold, strong, powerful, dynamic, and marvelous. You were created in this same image! You weren't created to live any other way than VICTORIOUSLY!!!! Live your life knowing that you were created to WIN. Opposition will come but WINNERS train, prepare and condition themselves for VICTORY. Even if they don't quiet reach the expected goal, winners go back to the drawing board analyze their actions and make the necessary changes to WIN. Winners don't have a quitters mindset, it's simply not in their thought process. Winners study the game. Winners hang around other winners. Winners are positive people. Winners are achievers. Winners have a relationship with the coach. Your creator is a WINNER; get acquainted with Yeshua! #WIN! Stay Calm & Sparkle, Niki Flow

Love

Love wanted to save you. Love wants to protect you. Love is patient. Love is what guides you. Love wants to develop you. Love is ready to defend you. Love cleanses you. Love justifies you. Love is available to you. Do you want love? # 1John 3:16 # Romans 5:5 #team Yeshua *discover this love; it will empower your life! Stay Calm & Sparkle, Niki Flow

Integrity= Peace & Freedom

Good day to you!!!! Today I wanted to talk about integrity. Integrity (from dictionary.com) is the adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty.
               

     Some time ago, I was sitting in my place of spiritual development and during the service we were having communion, during this time the alter was open for anyone who wanted to participate and re-dedicate themselves to Yeshua in different areas of their lives. I made no hasty decision to go up, but rather i took this time to reflect long and hard  about some decisions i've made over the course of time, and I also thought about some people I found myself associating with. As I sat there, in my heart and soul I knew that I wanted to make healthier choices for my spiritual health. I had allowed poisionous behaviors into my personal space;  and in doing so I became more and more desensitized to behaviors, decisions and codes of my spiritual beliefs. As a result of this my soul began to lack the vitality I was accustomed too; I became thirsty spiritually.  I could feel the inner parts of me crave my energy source Yeshua. I can remember thinking " What are you doing!?" " What have you opened yourself up too!?" I began to weep, knowing that I no longer wanted to feel distant from my creator; though I knew he was there, I still felt distant. A few weeks prior to this, I remember calling a dear, dear, friend of mine who I love very much and thank my energy source for her often. She is like a big sister to me, though she would say mother :-) but I called her and shared some things with her and we talked and the words she spoke were like breaths of life to my soul. She affirmed what I knew and what I knew I needed to do. It is SO important to have a support person and/or group, we ALL need it. It's so easy to get off course or become distracted, having these person(s) in your life will always guide you to what is pure and true, not toxicity. Her love and grace while she spoke truth was the character and nature of that of my spiritual father. I knew in that moment that the love my energy source has for me far out weighed that of the path that I started to veer on. So as I sat there during this time of re-dedication, I made a decision. I made the decision to follow the patterns that Yeshua laid out as an option for me. I decided that nothing and no one was worth me not being properly connected to my energy source. I did not want to risk the chance of continuing making decisions that would affect my spiritual health. I wanted the vitality of my saviour again, though on the outside it "appeared" that I was one way; I knew on the inside I wasn't. What good is keeping up appearances when the very essence of who I am was at stake. After that decision, opportunities to go againist the decision I made, made itself available; but I meant what I spoke to my energy source the day I took communion. My integrity in Yeshua the Christ far outweighs the opinions, perspectives and conclusions of others. I have such peace knowing that at the end of each day I purpose to be pleasing in the face of the one who created me. I am so grateful that on this journey called life we're not left having to "figure it out". That we have a moral guide, a spiritual guide, a peaceful and truth filled guide, the holy bible to help us along the way. Yeshua's love and grace is one of the most cherishable treasures I have ever experienced! It brings about wholeness, peace and freedom. I have had the awesome and amazing privilege to have met others who share this same experience; connecting with them and growing in this experience together makes for a very rewarding life I must tell ya.

   So, in my conclusion ( :-) this has turned out to be pretty long huh :-) ) A life of integrity before the ultimate energy source ever is far more valuable than a facade before men. Never compromise your standards, no one who truly respects you or the integrity you desire to uphold will ask you too. You are worth making healthy choices and your relationship with your creator is too!
 I would like to leave you with these words of strength and empowerment if you may find yourself needing to re-evaluate some things within yourself and/or around you? " Yeshua, I desire to be close to you, closer than I am now. I ask for your grace in any and all areas of my life that didn't (doesn't) reflect your character or patterns. I desire to know you. I accept you in my life and I accept you in this  ___ (area). Guide me into your truth and I will follow. Guide me to a safe place where I may grow in my knowledge and understanding of  you. Surround me with people who have dedicated their lives to being properly connected to you so that they may stand side by side with me on this journey. I now know that I can make the choice to follow you, reflect you, live with you as my ultimate source of energy (life) and have a life of integrity, thank you"

* a life of holiness is a life of peace.
* you are loved so much by your creator
*he'll prove you, you don't have to prove yourself when you walk in his honor
*I pray for your courage in making the necessary choices needed to live life honorably
*make the necessary changes, it's going to be okay
*email me if you'd like to talk i'm here
* I love you very much!
*peace & blessings
*email: nikiflowllc@gmail.com

                                                          Stay Calm & Sparkle,
                                                          Niki Flow                                                               

On Site With Team Robinson MMA..

Recently I had the opportunity to visit Team Robinson MMA gym, located on 262 S. Pike West Sumter, Sc  29154 where Owner Jerome Robinson and aspiring fitness model Monique Hunter did some moves for their MMA photo shoot. While there I met some of the members of Team Robinson and quickly realized why this gym is one of the fastest growing MMA spots in town. The friendly and welcoming atmosphere was quiet unexpected considering the fact that I found mixed martial arts and intense fitness guru's very intimidating. While, on site Monique Hunter (who is in excellent shape)  made every pose seem so effortless, smiling through every one of them. I asked her when did fitness become a passion for her and she said ever since she was in elementary school. Currently in the U.S. Air Force, it is her goal to stand as an inspiration for mothers everywhere (she's a proud mother of three) to invest in their health and become  the best them they can possibly be. " As a working mom, holding down the fort with three young children I know it can be difficult to find time to take care of ones'  self but I  have  realized  in  order for me to be the absolute best mother, sister, friend, daughter and woman I can be,I must make myself and my health a top priority". As, they ( Monique and Jerome) prepared for their next pose, I asked Mr. Robinson a little about the gym and soon realized that Jerome and the members of Team Robinson are dedicated to helping the community become stronger, healthier, and safer with each and every class they teach. They offer a women's kickboxing class every Wednesday at 6p and have one of the leading youth MMA programs in Sumter and surrounding counties. Jerome says, " Not only do we specialize in teaching kids how to train in mixed martial arts and self defense we also teach them discipline and working in excellence, which many parents see transfer in other areas of their lives such as school, social enviroments, etc. Mr. Robinson will be speaking at a " Stop the Violence" Campaign on August11, 2013 at Dilon Park in Sumter, Sc to further making the community he's a  part of that much more empowered . For more information on Team Robinson's events, classes and services please visit  their website at www.beastmode247.com or call 803-236-0803. If you purchase any of Team Robinson's products or services use the code: NIKI FLOW and receive a 10% discount on your first class or product. I would like to thank aspiring fitness model Monique Hunter, for the inspiration she provides to women everywhere  for going after their dreams. Thank you so much Mr. Robinson and The Team Robinson family for allowing me into your space! Thank you to everyone who visits my blog, I love you all! LIVE EMPOWERED & ENLIGHTENED!!!

                                                                                                     Stay Calm & Sparkle,
                                                                                                     Niki Flow

Liberty!

Never compromise your standards.
Never be afraid or ashamed to make wise, healthy choices that are best for you.
Never allow someone else's selfish ambitions rule you.
Never believe  the negative words and lies of another.
Above all never settle for less than you deserve because it's convenient for someone else.
You are WORTH your best life ever!
Live EMPOWERED and ENLIGHTENED!
THRIVE!

I love you all, peace and serenity to you!

Stay Calm & Sparkle,
Niki Flow

A Breath of Fresh Air

Hello Y'all (feeling a little extra southern today! :-)) I hope you're finding many ways to enjoy this beautiful day! Today  I feel very refreshed. Sometimes it's good to getaway from the "norm" and rest, meditate, and regroup. It can be so easy to get into a rut or allow certain people, scenarios or ourselves for that matter get in the way of our goals in the many different areas of our lives. That it's good to go back to the drawing board and put things back into perspective. So, make sure you find time for yourself and the one who loves you most, your creator. Today, I will go to a beautiful park in my community surrounded by gorgeous ducks, lovely birds, and a breath taking view to  pray, meditate and become one with my energy source Yeshua. May your day be filled with peace and serenity. Love to you all.
                                          
                                                                                                               Stay Calm & Sparkle,
                                                                                                               Niki Flow

The Pen Is In Your Hands!

Hello Everyone!!!, I hope you're having a wonderful day today!! So the other day I went to the park with a friend of mine and we took our little ones and I really enjoyed seeing them play, meet other kids, fall in the sand, explore, and all the other joys of being at the park and on the playground. Seeing one of my neices play reminded me of images of myself when I was younger,  that inspired me to show her mom some of my old baby pics. So when I woke up this morning I began to think..... Have you ever looked at a baby or young child that you deemed "adorable" and wonder who will they grow up to be? Often times, when I see a small child I immediately think and say "aww, they're so cute" or "oh my gosh, how precious are they". Pretty common responses I'd say, how about you? But now let us think about our own lives or the lives of others that we may know...... Do you look at a baby and think "man their life is gonna be so hard" or " yep the day is coming where they're going to lose their job and struggle financially, to the point where they'll feel hopeless" or " divorce is in their future" "or they're going to go their whole life and have no sense of purpose and direction". I can't speak for you but I never think those thoughts when looking at a child. So why do I mention this? I believe it is extremely important for us as human beings to speak, develop and throughly prepare (in a positive manner) these cute, precious, adorable babies we have the privileges of knowing (whether personally through family relations or school system or any mentorship programs) to discover who they are early on, how to be successful in all areas of their lives and how to have and maintain a healthy spiritual life. How innocent and precious are babies to see, but left un-guided "life" has a way of molding them and their life's pattern into something less-adorable. Above is a picture of me when I was a baby. I would say I was younger than one year old. It's amazing to me that many years of that smiling baby's (me) life has already been written. If I were to look at that picture and consider the child outside of myself I would have to tell her all about what she would have to look forward too..... looking at it in that manner puts life in a whole other perspective for me. I wouldn't want to look at any childhood  picture of myself and see how happy and precious I looked and not give that child a chance at an amazing life!! From here on out (the remainder of my life) I want to look at that baby picture and say you have a real shot at an amazing and extrodinary life little girl because i'm going to make it happen for you! The story is ours for the telling! No one else's. What does your storybook say? Consider looking at your baby picture or any picture from your youth, what would you tell that child? When you see that picture know that YOU have the authority, ability and power to write the story of life for that child. No matter what life experiences you may have had and I mean NO MATTER what they are, it is NEVER too late to start afresh. It will take time and it may not be easy, but you are worth the energy and effort of creating your best life ever. Becoming mentally, spiritually, and physically strong. We can not erase our past, we can not control that which is a memory to us but we CAN have authority over our futures. Look at your baby picture, what value does that child have to you? You were created by a creator who knew the value in which you were made. You are precious and beautiful!!!! Don't allow yourself or anyone else from here on out to de-value your worth!!! Live your best life ever, you are worth it!!!! Help nurture a child into their greatest life ever, protect them, teach them, love them!!! I would like to leave you with words that I like to profess into the universe each day: I can acheive great things through my energy source Yeshua who guides me and strengthens me. I was created for a purpose, I seek enlightenment from my energy source Yeshua on my purpose so that I may always have fulfillment. Thank you Yeshua that your thoughts are positive towards me and not thoughts of negativity. Thank you for loving me in such great capacity that you have shared your energy with me  because I accept it.; because I accept the energy in which you've given I know that I am reclaimed from negative energies that would try to reinforce false truths into my enviroment. I will choose each day to live empowered and enlightenend in you.
 So folks, continue to have an amazing day or create it for yourself. It's never too late to make the necessary changes for and towards transformation. With much love to you all!xoxo
                                                                                                                 Stay Calm & Sparkle,
                                                                                                                 Niki Flow

Life to You!

I hope you're having a wonderful day today!!! Just wanted to say hello and leave you with this poem I wrote:

May your day be filled with peace. May the beauty of the son pierce every dark cloud in your life. May you discover your reason for existence and fulfill the steps thereof. May the creator and energy source of life connect with you and you with the energy source. May you experience a spiritual awakening and thrive, thrive, thrive!!!! May the dark colored glasses be removed from your eyes and may the light of the earth be a sweet, refreshing surprise. As you stroll along your way may your thirst for life be quenched by the water that is  cool, calm and crisp. Life and love to you my friend, my dear, dear friend. And may your status in this sphere be victorious and win! win! win!
                                                                                                                   
Love, peace, and harmony to you all today. You are valuable, loved and cherished. I thank my energy source Yeshua for each and every one of you. It is an honor to experience life with you. xoxo

                                                                                                                  Stay Calm & Sparkle ,
                                                                                                                  Niki Flow

What To Do When The One You Love Says They No Longer Love You, nor Wants To Be With You.

Hello All!,

I hope you're having a super fantastic day! So today, I want to discuss What to do when the one you love says they no longer love you , nor wants to be with you anymore. I mentioned on facebook that I would be discussing this topic and I received many comments both publicly and privately.
    There are many reasons as to why a companion would make this decision and declarative statement. It's not so much that positioning I want to focus on but rather, what is one to do when what seems like their whole world shifts or changes. For some it is a well discussed, thought out mutual decision. For others it's a feeling or inclination that they "knew it was coming". However, for others they didn't see "it" coming at all. Having someone you loved or once loved so dearly reject  you can be one of the most difficult experiences to face. It leaves more questions than answers, an emotional pain that almost seems unbearable, and a desire to pick up the pieces to "normalcy" as quickly as possible. So what is one to do? First know that all hope is not lost! Allow yourself to be surrounded and loved on by people who truly and genuinely care about you. During this time you will need support. I can personally say time does heal all wounds (if you allow it). You have to make the decision to be healed; yes healing is a choice. You have to forgive the one you feel hurt and betrayed by. This process does take time. A clear sign that you are not bitter towards this person is when you don't cringe when they are around, you're not vindictive when it comes to them and you truly want the best for them regardless of your situation with them. Yes, this step will take time. Now, if you're wanting me to say reconciliation is in the air, then I will not say it :-) but what I will say is the possiblity of reconcialtion is. But I would encourage one to assess the relationship. Seek to discover where you might have contributed to the new found status of the relationship. Discover who you are outside of that relationship. Depending on how long you were with that person, your identity might be so wrapped up into them that self discovery and discovery in the purpose and reasoning the creator, created you in the first place might be necessary. Life is such a beautiful and joyous thing, trust me you can live, love and laugh again! There are SO many things I could highlight or discuss when it comes to this topic but I would sum it up here:
1. A strong spiritual life, connecting to my energy source Yeshua aided me in becoming strengthend during challenging times. I became more resilient, more empowered.
2. Supportive family and freinds. A positive support group is vital, you'll have enough "going on" during this time, avoid negative people,places and things.
3. Forgiveness, it is one of the most important steps! It is possible, no matter how hurt you may feel. *read my post here on this blog " The Choice to Forgive", it will help.
4. Self- discovery ( who are you and why are you here?) This step also ties into step 1. Connect to the creator. Discover more about yourself! Live!!! This is not the end all be all, trust me it's not. No matter how it looks now if you tap into your purpose for existence (and we all have one) you will have the most joyous, fulfilling, confident life!! Allow this situation and any obstacle you face to propel you further into greatness and success, not defeat! I'm telling you, you can live empowered!!!!
5. New hobby, try something new, experience life! You'll never know what opportunities are awaiting for you if you don't take the first step and experience something new and positive.
6.New makeover/hairstyle, why not? I mean jazzing things up will build confidence, go ahead :-) why not.
7. Time, allow yourself time. This is not an over-night process. Have the mindset of being intentional on being the best you possible and you'll get there.

  I hope this helps!!! In this life we will face many challenges. It's how we handle those challenges that determines the results we will experience in life! Continue to have a wonderful day, I would like to leave you with these words of empowerment and support that helps me during difficult times: I can acheive greatness in my/the energy source Yeshua that enhances my awareness and enlightens me to strength around me. I was created with a dynamic purpose and I receive that knowledge. I will seek out those things that are lovely, joyful, peaceful, kind, forgiving, faithful, gentle, good and that of self-control. I will not live subject to oppressive thoughts and behaviors, I will live empowered and enlightened!!! Continue to shine!xoxo
                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                 Stay Calm & Sparkle,
                                                                                                                 Niki Flow

You Are Valuable and Worth Being Loved!

Stay Calm & Sparkle!

The Power in Creating a GREAT day!!!!!

Hello all!!!! I hope you enjoy this video, have a GREAT day!

To All The Special Someones In The World!!!!!!!

SO I WAS THINKING ABOUT THE PEOPLE IN MY LIFE THAT HAVE BEEN SUCH SUPPORTERS!!!!! I'M  SO APPRECIATIVE OF THEM THAT I ALMOST MELT.... :-) A LITTLE DRAMATIC THERE BUT YOU FEEL WHAT I'M SAYING ;-) SO I'VE DECIDED........................................

To create a day that we honor those someone(s) that have been consistent friends to us. I'm talking no matter what you may have going on you know they'll be right there. I know many, many, many people who are so gracious to me. I have realized that we can not go about this journey alone; and who wants to anyway!? Life is SO much more exciting when shared! So I'm thinking tomorrow (June 20,2013) or whenever you read this and it's your tomorrow, that we honor in a special way someone who is special to us. Now, if this day already exist Great! But i'm unaware of it and I can create a holiday if I want too :-). It's a wonderful thing to honor others! If you haven't tried it do so you'll feel so much better :-)..... I would like to say a very special thank you to a dear, dear friend of mine. " Your kindness, support, friendship and affection has been and is greatly appreciated. Words can not fully convey how much I appreciate you. Quiet often I thank my energy source for allowing our paths to cross. You have seen me in many stages of my life, and you have been consistent and remarkable during all of them. I appreciate you.  May you always find peace and harmony. May love in its truest form embrace you. May you continue to experience success in your life. You are one of the most un-selfish people I have ever met. May you experience the creator in a new and enlightening way. May fulfillment be your companion and purpose be your destiny. So as a thank you, you have vegan sausage, polenta with veggie cheese and fresh fruit on me (throw back)... just let me know when or DOD......

To all the special someones out there : THANKS A MILLION!!!! Have fun and celebrate tomorrow!!!!!!xoxo
                                                                              Stay Calm and Sparkle,
                                                                              Niki Flow

So, What Are You Thinking About?

 Hello!!! I hope you're having a super fantastic day! My day has been great (just in case you were wondering :-)). So, I wanted to know, What are you thinking about? Statistics show that on average we have 48 thoughts PER MINUTE, wow, that's alot of thinking :-). But, what I wonder is, what are we thinking? Our thought patterns shapes up so much of our reality; our world that in my opinion, positive, healthy thoughts are extremely important. Are you experiencing the results you want from your life? Reflect on your thoughts (mindset) and that will prove as a barometer of the results your seeing.
  Our minds (thought patterns) are deeply influenced by our enviroment: what we read, the music we listen to, television shows we watch, the conversations we participate in and the people  we share the majority of our time with. That selecting these influencers should be done with much consideration. The exciting thing to me is, if we aren't experiencing the results we want, we have the ability and power to change it! Decide what area in life you would like to improve. Find credible sources to assist you in that particular area (literature, audio tapes, dvds, professionals, teachers, educational programs, etc). Study the resources and each day tell yourself how successful you will be in that area. Which reminds me,(a little side note here) what you're thinking influences your speech. Refrain from negative words concerning yourself, your goals, the life you truly desire to have and others. Your words are not idle! They are enforcers of your reality. So change your thinking (mindset) , change the words you speak, change your life!!! So now back to what I was saying :-)... Keep working towards your goal and don't stop until you see the results you desire. If you have many areas you would like to improve on, I would say pick one at a time, complete it and then pick another. If you can handle more than one area, go for it! But remember, small consistent steps to the greater goal. Also, surround yourself with positive, supportive people. You'll the need the cheerleading along the way. Feed your soul with positive messages. There is something so refreshing and satisfying when you're meditating on enlightening words. An author that I have observed having positive messages, is Dr. Cindy Trimm. If you have not experienced any of her books, check her out. Also, I was introduced to a lyricist (his work, not him personally) Andy Mineo. I find his music to be fun, refreshing, upbeat and very positive. If you haven't experienced him either look him up and tell me what you think. Well that's it for now folks, until next time have a SUPER FANTASTIC day!!!! xoxo.
                                                                               Stay Calm and Sparkle,
                                                                               Niki Flow
            

Connecting with You!!!

I would like to say thank you for taking the time to read my post. It is such an honor to share
my journey of life with you. I would love to connect with you. If you have any questions or topics
you'd like to see me speak about please feel free to email me at: nikiflowllc@gmail.com. Also, find me on facebook: key in Niki Flow, LLC. Follow me on twitter: NikiFlowLLC. I am on youtube as well. Working on making myself easier to find, being that their are alot of Niki Flow's apparently :-). If you're enjoying Niki Flow, please tell your family, friends and anyone who'll listen :-) shout about it in the mountain tops, from the lowest valleys, icecream parlors, everywhere..... okay i'm starting to get corny :-) you get what i'm saying...right? ;-0) Like me, follow me and all that jazz! Have a super fantastic day!!! Find something to celebrate (this includes you), laugh out loud, go buy yourself something or someone else. Enjoy your life! That's basically what i'm saying, you're worth the investment. Thanks for your support!
                                                                                             Stay Calm and Sparkle,
                                                                                             Niki Flow

Hope

Have you wanted to acheive something so badly that you felt like you were literally FIGHTING for it? I'm talking, career, a marriage, relationship, job, peace of mind, hope in something, invention, loved one, anything? I know that I have. I would like to encourage you to keep fighting. Don't give up. Now i'm talking as if it's healthy for you, not bringing harm to yourself or others or anything of the sort. Sometimes we can want and work for something so badly and if we don't see the results we desire it can be very despairing. But remain hopeful!!! Keep going! Continue to make those consistent small steps to acheive the larger results that you want! It's never too late to accomplish your goals, whatever they may be.
    A few things that I find helpful when being determined on acheiving and acquiring my goal(s) are 1). support group. It is exteremly important to have a person/people around you who know what you're desiring to acheive and are enabling you in those efforts along the way. This includes their speech concerning you and what your working towards, if they are telling you how difficult your goals are, how they don't see how it's going to work, you shouldn't or can't because of xyz, this is not your support group. This group should help you along the way, providing you with resources that might prove beneficial, encouraging you along the way, telling you the truth when necessary. 2.) Believing in what you're working towards acheiving. You have to believe in what you're doing first! If you don't it will be hard for others to jump on your bandwagon and support you in your endeavors. When things look bleak, you still have to believe and know that you can accomplish what you have set out to do. Believe in yourself and your efforts. 3.) Positive mindset, don't talk yourself out of what you're trying to do. When we step out of our comfort zone, sometimes fear has the tendency to creep in and paralyze us from what we're designed to do. Surround yourself with positive people, books, messages, etc to shape your mind towards positivity and not negativity and defeat.
     Those are just a few things. I hope you find them helpful. I know their is more out there in life for you if you find yourself feeling hopeless, or purposeless or anything like that. If you feel overwhelmed by the challenges life brings, trust me there is HOPE. You don't have to feel that way and you most certainly weren't created by the creator to live this way. I used to wonder at times, before I connected to my energy source and discovered one of my purposes for my existence, "why am I here?" "What is life all about?" 'It has to be more than this."" I want a fulfilling life." And you know what I discovered there was more to my life than what I was experiencing. I was created for more. And that I could have exactly what I want if I make up my mind to work for it, get assistance when necessary, have a healthy spiritual life, and surround myself with positive people, places and things. Yeshua, my energy source has been the enlightening force in my life. My energy source is what has been the prevailing force for me. I like to start my morning off in a very peaceful and serene way, I say " Yeshua, thank you for allowing me to connect with you. Thank you for your love and kindness towards me. Thank you for having good thoughts towards me and not negative thoughts. Thank you for the hope you impart into me. Thank you for guiding me into enlightenment and truth. I choose success in you as my energy source, I am teachable and available, thank you. Do this consistently and watch the calmness that surrounds you. So I hope this helps. Remember, there is still hope and you are worth your best life ever!!! Until next time, peace, harmony and success to you!!

                                                                         Stay Calm & Sparkle,
                                                                         Niki Flow

Where Does the Road Lead To?

 There are many twists and turns in this life. Many un-expectancies. It's like a traveler on a journey, walking down a long dirt road. Along the way, he sees a floral stand. He stops, smells the flowers and while he is there, he meets a young lady purchasing a bouquet. They talk, laugh, enjoys each others company and they decide that she should accompany him on his journey. They continue to walk together, sharing thoughts and ideas, occasionally holding hands, gazing into the others eyes. As they walk they see a merchants truck. The merchant asks them to step right over. They notice that the merchant has many items from all over the world. They ask him many questions about his life, as they can tell he's been quiet the traveler himself. As their time with the merchant ends, they hug him and depart. They continue to travel along that long dirt road. They pass many travelers along the way. Politely nodding or waiving, giving pleasant smiles. The young woman who joined the young male traveler decides to stop along a stream she sees from a distance. As she touches the cool, crisp water she makes the decision to establish roots along that stream. A perfect place for her to grow the flower garden of her dreams. Though they have spent many days together, many shared moments, the young male traveler realizes he must continue along the path in which he began.
  He continues to travel, meeting many people with many stories to share. He builds life experiences of his own. Along his way he finds a piece of the earth to call his own. Establishes roots and  finds a companion to share it all with. Within him are many stories, many truths and much wisdom. The reason why he chose the piece of the earth that he did to call his own. The reason behind why he chose the companion that he did along his journey and the many other reasons as to  why he made the decisions he did along the way.
 So, why did I write this little short story? To provoke thought really. Why a dirt road and not a paved one? Why a flower stand and not a fruit stand? Notice anything different between the young male traveler and the young woman at the floral stand? Why did the young woman decide to leave the young man after all their moments together?
 Where does this life that we live end up? What story will be told from our lives? What symbolisms and meanings could those that will read or hear of us be able to gather? Will we be mentioned or thought of at all? Do we see our lives as a story waiting to be read or told? Or are we just "cruising" through? Taking it day by day with no real thought, plan or purpose.
 LETS MAKE OUR LIFE COUNT! LET YOUR STORY BE ONE THAT WILL INSPIRE A NATION.

Dirt road= flexibility, pliable, life underneath one's feet.
Paved road= hard, concrete, another's chosen path for you.
Floral stand= the young woman purchased a bouquet. She had an interest in the flowers. The young man just smelled the flowers. He wanted to experience them where as she made an investment. That is why she stopped and established roots by the stream to grow her "dream flower garden". She always knew what she wanted. She had a plan. A vision. She stayed true to that. Where are you going? Hope you enjoyed. Please share your thoughts. xoxo.

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                                                                                                  Stay Calm & Sparkle,
                                                                                                  Niki Flow

The Choice to Forgive

 As I sat down  this morning to write, I thought what do I want to share today. As many writers know, our thoughts are swarming around in our minds like dancing melodies, constantly ready to be sung. We normally have boxes upon boxes of stories, daily happenings, inspirational moments, laying around ready to be told. But this morning, I decided to write about that which is a present thought for me, forgiveness. I often wonder if this "word" is too common in today's society. Has its real purpose been trivialized to the point that the weight it carries no longer has significance in our hearts and minds. Through my life experiences I realized in order for me to function properly I had to truly forgive the individual(s) who I felt offended by. So, what is forgiveness really? I absolutely love dictionary.com so I went there to read their meaning of the word. They describe forgiveness as 1) the act of forgiving, the state of being forgiven. 2) the disposition or willingness to forgive. The definition of Forgive 1) to grant pardon for or remission of an offense, debt, etc. When reading the meaning what stood out to me was the word "willingness". It spoke volumes to me, communicating that forgiveness is a choice. I know for me personally when I didn't make the choice to forgive someone in my heart and soul I could feel a little piece of positive energy within myself diminish. I wasn't at peace fully. I was slightly irritable, especially around people or scenarios that reminded me of my offender(s). I was becoming bitter. I loathe negative energy, so bitterness for me was and is like a poison that slowly contaminates ones radiant glow. It acts as a shield, blocking one's blessings, true identity, creativity, purpose and inner peace (joy). For my own peace of mind I realized that it was beneficial and necessary for me to forgive. Sometimes you don't even realize how hurt you are emotionally, depending on the offense, until you make the decision to "let it go". You may physically release this hurt through crying immensely. Now, I am not saying that you have to interact with a person whose offended you to demonstrate forgiveness. Only you can make that judgment call; what I am saying is that we all should strive to have control over who we really are. I know for me being bitter and resentful isn't who I choose to be. But if I make the choice to walk in un-forgiveness I change the whole essence of who I am, the way I perceive things, how I interact and relate to others. No one is worth so much to me that I would relinquish that kind of control over to. I will not be imprisoned to another's actions. I have decided to live empowered. Also, if we find ourselves as the one who has offended, please let's not find ourselves so prideful that we dismiss humility and seek out forgiveness from those we have wronged. May we all acknowledge and recognize another persons perspectives and feelings and make the choice to sincerely understand them. Let us create an atmosphere of harmony and power wherever we may go.  Until next time I hope you enjoy your day.

p.s. please leave a comment below and tell me your thoughts.

                                                                                                             Stay Calm & Sparkle,
                                                                                                             Niki Flow

Creating an empowered life part 1

Thanks for visiting my blog! I am so excited to experience life with you. I have discovered that this life  that we live is a journey and I have purposed to live empowered and make my life count. Tapping into my energy source is what saved my life and enlightened me to the realm of possibilities. We often start our journey's  full of life and excitement. What we want to be when we grow up, to who we'll marry, where we'll live, future homes, how we'll change the world, so on and so forth, but then life happens. Bit by Bit "life" chisels away at our excitement. Our plans as we laid them out begins to alter. And sometimes it happens so smoothly that before we know it our life no longer looks anything like the image we SAW. So then, acceptance of this new image takes place and we ALLOW life to continue " to happen".
 Question for you, have you ever had a moment, even if briefly where you thought " I never saw my life ending up like this"; " Where did I go wrong?"; "If only this happened, instead of this"; "If I could do it all over again, I would...." These thoughts challenge our "accepted" image to our "excited pre-planned" image. But rest assured, life "just happening" does NOT have to be your reality! WE CAN MAKE OUR OWN LIFE HAPPEN. Create our own destiny.
  I am excited, thrilled, ecstatic, over-joyed, and elated (can you tell :-) ) to share with you how my energy source has enlightened me to the principles of achieving and creating the life I've always wanted and the determined posture to make it happen. So much in store for us, I am excited about our journey together.

* many more blogs/posts to come, look for them every Monday and Friday.

Stay calm and sparkle xoxo, Niki Flow