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Why Positive Affirmations Can Backfire, According to Dr. Shadé Zahrai

29 May 2026 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
Many people turn to positive affirmations to improve confidence, self-worth, and self-acceptance. But what if they aren't working for you? This article explores insights from Dr. Shadé Zahrai on why positive affirmations can sometimes backfire and offers a practical, research-backed alternative that feels more authentic and effective....
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Black Women Intentional Living: Soft Summer, Strong Faith at Home

10 July 2025 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
This summer, Black women are choosing intentional living, embracing rest, faith, and softness without guilt. Here's how you can too....
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The Spiritual Meaning of Motherhood: A Christian Perspective

4 July 2025 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
Motherhood changed me in ways I never expected — not just physically, but spiritually. This is what God is teaching me about identity, purpose, and grace....
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How God Healed My Heart After Losing Someone I Loved

28 June 2025 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
After losing someone she loved deeply, Daisy’s world fell apart. But in the middle of heartbreak, she discovered something greater: a deeper walk with God....
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Too Late for Dreams? How She Found Courage When Her Father Said No

19 June 2025 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
At 27, Tessa was told by her own father that it was too late to dream again. But her faith in God opened doors no one expected....
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I Put God to the Test: A Lecturer’s Story of Faith.

11 June 2025 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
Can you really put God to the test? Comfort Bonsu Oduro did—and what followed was nothing short of divine. From marriage at 28 to childbirth at 30 and a dream job, her story is a bold testament to faith, prayer, and God’s perfect timing. You’ll be inspired!...
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How to Balance Faith, Career, and Family Without Burning Out as a Christian Woman

24 May 2025 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
As Christian women, we juggle so much responsibilities. Some days feel like chaos, other days like grace. Balancing faith, career, and family as a Christian woman can feel overwhelming. In this heartfelt guide, I share practical, faith-centered ways to pursue purpose, nurture your spiritual life, and care for your family…...
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7 Gospel Celebrities Who Inspire Us as Mothers

17 May 2025 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
They’ve faced silent struggles, public pressure, and painful delays—but these gospel celebrities who are mothers continue to rise with grace. Their stories remind us that motherhood isn’t a detour from purpose, but a sacred path where faith deepens, love grows, and strength is born....
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Why Love Languages Matter (And How Yours Might Be Changing Without You Knowing)

9 May 2025 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
Ever felt like you're giving your all in love, but it's not being received the way you intended?* It might be because you're speaking a different love language. In my latest post, I dive into why love languages matter now more than ever, how they can change over time, and…...
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Diana Hamilton: The Voice, The Ministry, The Impact.

3 May 2025 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
Diana Hamilton! A name that stands out when the crowd shouts, Powerful! and God-ordained ministry! She is intense and fierce. I have never seen a Ghanaian woman of God like her, who is strong in character and filled with the utmost desire to reveal God poetically yet understandably in the…...
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Faith & Frustration: Navigating Spiritual Dry Seasons with Grace

26 April 2025 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
Feeling distant from God? Here's my honest journey as a Ghanaian woman navigating a spiritual dry season, and how I’m slowly finding grace in it....
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