• Trusting God Through Uncertainty:
  My husband was laid off on December 6th. It’s been a whirlwind of emotions—fear, anger, sadness, and then a quiet whisper reminding me to trust God. It’s hard, but I’m clinging to the belief that He will provide for us, even when things feel so uncertain. Our family will be okay, even if it’s one shaky step at a time.
• Finding Strength When You Want to Hide:
  Some days, I just want to crawl under a rock and not come out. Life can feel like it’s too much, and honestly, I don’t always know how I keep going. But then, I remind myself that my kids are watching—they need me. Even on the darkest days, I try to find one small thing to keep moving forward.
• Dreaming Big While Managing Chaos:
  Between full-time work, school, and parenting, I’m brainstorming ways to start an online business for passive income. Let’s be real—it’s overwhelming. I’ve got no extra time, but necessity breeds creativity, right? I’m trying to think outside the box and find something that works for our family’s future without losing my sanity.
• Smiling Through the Storm:
  Depression and anxiety are battles I fight daily. I want to cry some days, scream on others, but instead, I slap on a smile for my kids because they deserve a happy mom—even if it’s not how I feel inside. Some days are better than others, and I’m learning that asking for help doesn’t make me weak.
• Learning to Love the Mirror Again:
  Weight gain has been a constant struggle lately. I want to be healthy and feel good in my skin, but finding the motivation is a challenge. Looking in the mirror and wishing for something different feels heavy, but I remind myself that my worth isn’t tied to the number on a scale. I’m a work in progress, and that’s okay.

If you’re juggling similar struggles, know you’re not alone. Let’s cheer each other on—one messy, imperfect day at a time. ❤️

-Britni Swartz