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Holding Space for my Healing…

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In the quiet of trees, in the stillness of prayer, God meets me. He reminds me that it’s okay to rest, to cry, to be tender. This journey is sacred. My healing is sacred. And I don’t have to rush it.

I’m no longer hiding my pain or shrinking to make others comfortable. I’m holding space for all of me, with gentleness, with honesty, and with God right beside me.

I hold space for the woman I’m becoming. The one who was broken but is learning to breathe again. The one who walks into nature not to escape, but to return home to herself. – denise marie

“So if the son sets you free, you will be free indeed”. – John 8:36

A sacred space to breathe again…

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When life feels too heavy, I return to the place where my soul can breathe again. Where I can just be. And every time, God lets me know that He is with me, covering me with His love which is steady, faithful and constant.  – denise marie 

    “So if the son sets you free, you will be free indeed”. – John 8:36

    My healing journey…

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    I’ve been battling some anxiety, and I’ve realized that walking outside and praying has given me some relief. I didn’t plan for it to become my refuge, but it has.

    One morning, when the heaviness felt unbearable, I put on my shoes and walked. I didn’t know where I was going only that I needed to move. I found a trail near my home, and as I stepped into that quiet space surrounded by trees and sky, my soul instinctively whispered a prayer. At first, it wasn’t anything profound, just a desperate, quiet “God, please help me.” And He met me there. Something sacred happens with each step, I feel like I’m leaving behind the pressure, the overthinking, the fear. My breath slows down, my thoughts soften and my prayers become less about begging for relief and more about being held.

    – denise marie

      “So if the son sets you free, you will be free indeed”. – John 8:36

        I choose healing…

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        I declare today: I am no longer a prisoner to pain, to fear, to shame or to anything that is not of You. I choose healing. I choose peace. I choose freedom. – denise marie

          “So if the son sets you free, you will be free indeed”. – John 8:36

            the art of simply being…

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            The brush doesn’t judge,

            it just moves,

            gently, like grace.

            I am not rushing the healing, 

            I am holding space

            for the parts of me

            still learning how to be present, 

            the art of simply being

            and letting that be enough.

            – denise marie 

            “So if the son sets you free, you will be free indeed”. – John 8:36

            Grateful for the ways God speaks to my heart…

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            I’m grateful for the ways God speaks to my heart when my own words fall short, thank you for the peace it brings to my soul. -denise marie

            “So if the son sets you free, you will be free indeed”. – John 8:36

              Beauty from ashes…

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              No matter how deep the wounds, how heavy the burdens, or how long the pain has lasted, Jehovah Rapha is the God who heals. He is the restorer of broken hearts, the mender of shattered souls, and the One who brings beauty from ashes.
              -denise marie

              “So if the son sets you free, you will be free indeed”.

              God’s creation…calms my soul.

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              There’s something about being in God’s creation that calms my soul. The sound of the wind through the trees, the warmth of the sun on my skin, it all reminds me that He is in control. 

              Anxiety fades, worries quiet, and my heart finds rest.

              Nature is His masterpiece, a gentle reminder that I am held, I am seen, and I am loved.

              – denise marie

              “So if the son sets you free, you will be free indeed”. – John 8:36

              I am enough…

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              Self-love, value, worth, and respect don’t come from external validation but from embracing who I truly am. I honor myself, because I am enough.

              I choose to:
              ✨ Love myself unapologetically
              ✨ Recognize my inherent value
              ✨ Walk in confidence and self-respect
              ✨ Set boundaries that honor my worth

              His Word reminds me:
              ✨ I am chosen (1 Peter 2:9)
              ✨ I am fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14)
              ✨ I am redeemed and forgiven (Ephesians 1:7)
              ✨ I am His masterpiece (Ephesians 2:10)

              I choose to stand firm in God’s truth and know my identity is secure in Him.

              – denise marie

              “So if the son sets you free, you will be free indeed”. – John 8:36

              Finding Peace: The Benefits of Praying in Nature.

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              There’s something deeply grounding about being surrounded by God’s creation.

              Finding moments of peace is essential for our well-being. For me, praying in nature has become a powerful way to calm my nervous system and restore a sense of balance.

              When praying outdoors, I am free from the distractions of daily life, and many times I feel a deeper connection to God. It reminds me of His presence in all things and provides a sacred space to surrender worries, express gratitude, and seek guidance. As I breathe in the fresh air and focus on His creation, my heart rate slows, my thoughts become clearer, and a sense of peace washes over me.

              If you’re feeling overwhelmed, I encourage you to step outside, find a quiet place, and pray. Whether it’s in a park, by the ocean, or simply in your backyard, let nature be a sanctuary for your soul. You may find, as I have, that the simple act of praying in nature brings a profound sense of calm and renewal. – denise marie

              “So if the son sets you free, you will be free indeed”. – John 8:36

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