If there is one thing we fear as humans, it's the unknown and this is why we want to be in control of everything that happens to and around us. In our quest for understanding and fulfillment, humans have long grappled with the desire to control aspects of their lives. We yearn for a sense of power and influence believing that the ability to shape our destiny will bring us closer to the lives we envision. However, it is in recognizing the limitations of our control that we can truly embrace the e...
Jul 06, 2023•10 min•Ep. 74
In today's fast-paced and demanding world, the concept of self-care has gained significant recognition as a vital component of overall well-being. We are constantly bombarded with responsibilities, obligations, and societal pressures, often leaving us feeling overwhelmed and drained. However, taking care of ourselves should never be seen as a luxury, but rather as a necessity for maintaining a healthy mind and body. Ironically, the mere mention of self-care often evokes a sense of guilt in many ...
Jun 29, 2023•10 min•Ep. 73
One of the emotions naturally expected of humans is the feeling of worry and unease. It is difficult to know what the next day has in store for us so we go about carrying the burden of uncertainty. While this is not so bad, allowing this burden to overwhelm us would cause a drift in our relationship with God. Anxiety is a common experience for many people but it can be particularly difficult to confront alone. Thankfully, the Bible offers comfort and encouragement to those who suffer anxiety. It...
Jun 22, 2023•17 min•Ep. 72
Have you ever just looked at yourself and out rightly down played on your abilities? God isn't ordinary and so nothing he has created is ordinary. You have wonderful gifts and abilities deposited inside you, don't you think it's an insult to your maker as a child if God you constantly doubt yourself? A lot of women are held by the chains of imposter syndrome and as believers, one of the ways the devil takes over our life is to fill us with insufficient thoughts that makes us doubt what God says ...
Jun 15, 2023•12 min•Ep. 71
All-or-nothing thinking can be a harmful thought pattern that can limit our ability to see things from a different perspective. When we engage in all-or-nothing thinking, we tend to see everything in black and white, and we might get stuck in a negative pattern that can lead to stress and anxiety. A lot of Christians have lived a huge part of their lives nurturing and exhibiting the all-or-nothing pattern of thought. In this episode, I shared some consequences of having a black-and-white mindset...
Jun 08, 2023•13 min•Ep. 70
Gratitude is a lifestyle. It goes even beyond words and one of the ways to get more is appreciating the things you have gotten. Despite the knowledge of God's love for us, you might wonder why certain situations escalate for the worst or why bad times exist but have you thought that ingratitude might be the reason? It is only common sense to expect more after you have shown gratitude so when you find yourself complaining about things going wrong, take a minute and acknowledge the times they were...
Jun 01, 2023•11 min•Ep. 69
Imagine going through a rough time and how just knowing what God says about that situation makes your faith stronger. When we give our lives in total submission to God and His will, it doesn't make us immune to difficult seasons. What happens is that the rate of temptations we encounter just went up. What makes all these beautiful is that God empowers us for these situations even before they come. There is absolutely nothing new under the sun. The word of God is alive. Think about any problem at...
May 25, 2023•11 min•Ep. 68
We all have bad days, days when we feel like we're not doing enough to get the best results. It's very normal to experience this but what's not normal, is how we let our flesh handle these situations. As a kingdom child allowing yourself to experience grace on days like this is the best way to handle it. Divine grace comes from God, but we will be cutting ourselves some slack when we allow ourselves to experience some of these grace's. In this episode, I have put together some ways through which...
May 18, 2023•13 min•Ep. 67
Do you find yourself prioritizing the needs of others over yours? This is a sign of you being a people pleaser. Not only are you neglecting yourself, over time, you'd place God below the needs of other people and this can cause terrible damage to your emotional and spiritual state. It's just a matter of time before it causes psychological harm to you. Remember God didn't say "love your neighbor above yourself", He said “love your neighbor as yourself ”, so there should be a balance between both ...
May 11, 2023•10 min•Ep. 66
One of the feelings that rob us of getting the full benefits of being kingdom daughters is self-doubt. It goes as far as limiting us to a certain level. Self-doubt is that convincing voice that tells us that we are not enough, we are not worthy, of enjoying the benefits of being a kingdom child, we are not capable of getting certain great things done, and we're not worthy of God's love and forgiveness. As believers, we have been given a sound mind and a bold spirit, and as such, doubt shouldn't ...
May 04, 2023•10 min•Ep. 65
The ability to express good emotions is a beautiful gift from God but as with every other thing that exists under the face of the earth, we have bad emotions as humans. So how do you navigate this phase when it comes? One of the ways the devil gets to us is through bad options. He pushes us to react violently and most times in resignation, submitting to his will when these emotions become overbearing. This is why it is important as God's children to learn how to manage overbearing emotions. In t...
Apr 27, 2023•12 min•Ep. 64
If you're like most people, you probably have a lot on your mind. Whether it's work, family, or just everyday life, it can be hard to keep everything straight. But what if there was a way to help ease your mind and improve your focus? Would that peek your interest? On today’s episode we are diving head first into how memorizing scripture can do just that. If you’re ready to rewrite your thoughts and elevate your thinking, ITS TIME to invest in mindset coaching. Learn More: www.DestinyPickens.com...
Apr 20, 2023•9 min•Ep. 63
Are you currently struggling with keeping a positive mindset amid the chaos? It can be quite a dilemma to be faced with a dicey situation and still try to look on the bright side. Trust me, I understand, but it is a very tedious journey when you try to do it by yourself. Using biblical declaration as a kingdom daughter can help solve this problem. God's world is powerful. When you read the Bible, you get an insight into who God is. You are armed with the right tools; words, to counter negative t...
Apr 14, 2023•9 min•Ep. 62
This episode is the conclusion of the 3-part series we have been on for a while now. By the way, if you haven't checked out the others, you should. In this episode, I would like to help those struggling with knowing how to live out their identity in Christ by sharing 5 practical ways to do so. If this is you, grab a seat and join me. ● Living in obedience. There are so many ways a believer can live in obedience to Christ. Thankfully, the bible, our guide, is always available to show us how. Our ...
Mar 30, 2023•11 min•Ep. 61
When the enemy sows the seeds of confusion and doubts in us, his ultimate plan is to cheat us of the benefit of knowing our identity in Christ. In today's episode, I will share 5 benefits of knowing our identity in Christ as the second part of the 3-part series we started last week. The knowledge of God's word alone can save us from many things. Boldly appearing before God. A certain level of boldness comes with being sure of who you are. It is God's will that we are close and have an intimate r...
Mar 23, 2023•10 min•Ep. 60
What would you say if you were called upon to introduce yourself in a gathering, irrespective of its purpose? How would you go about it? For some of us, the only time an introduction of ourselves would include something other than our name and achievements is when faced with adversities. Then, we quickly remember the lines, "I am a child of God," but how much of God's child do you believe you are? The enemy is not a stand-up comedian. He is not out to make jokes with you. He means business. So y...
Mar 16, 2023•10 min
Oftentimes, we get so busy in our work for God that we forget the fuel needed to sustain our walk with God. As promising as being all over the place trying to promote kingdom messages is, it is very easy to feel overwhelmed. We worry a lot about the things we think need to be done and we forget that keeping chaos around us can prevent us from having an intimate relationship and fellowship with God. You can't be useful to kingdom advancement if you are constantly tired and to have the kind of res...
Mar 09, 2023•18 min•Ep. 58
Have you ever faced an obstacle in your life and felt like giving up? I'm sure we all have. As Christian women, we face many obstacles. But we have to remember that we are not alone. God is with us always, even in our darkest hour. On today's episode, we will be talking about how to overcome obstacles as a Christian woman. I will be sharing 3 ways to overcome any obstacle you may be facing today. www.Destinypickens.com Audio engineering by Christopher Pickens --- Send in a voice message: https:/...
Feb 23, 2023•11 min•Ep. 57
Hey there in today's episode, we're addressing 3 mindset traps women often fall into and how to we can guard our hearts and minds against these traps as Kingdom Daughters of Christ. www.Destinypickens.com Audio engineering by Christopher Pickens --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/uniquelyyou/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/uniquelyyou/support Send us a text Support the show...
Feb 09, 2023•11 min•Season 1Ep. 56
Society's idea of becoming the "best version of you" involves making the lives of others the standard and trying to live up to it. We are God's children. We shouldn't desire things God doesn't have in His plan for us. We should be intentional in living life in God's way. In this episode, we will be learning, in 4 ways, how to be the best version of the women God has called us to be. Being a woman of integrity. Living your life according to God's values and instructions is, in a nutshell, what in...
Feb 02, 2023•13 min•Ep. 55
How often have you told yourself, "I am not enough?" How often have you decided against pursuing a dream or interest because you thought it would flop? As women, we have been in the habit of downplaying our abilities for a long time. We fill ourselves with false truths and run with them. These are limitations that hold us back. They stop us from reaching our potential and fulfilling our purpose. One way to address limiting beliefs is to be aware of them. Whenever a limiting belief gets to the su...
Jan 26, 2023•13 min•Ep. 54
For a minute, imagine what you would look like eating without a proper diet plan or not eating at all, wearing tacky clothing, and mixing yourself up with criminals and people with questionable characters. It's a gory image to behold! The Bible says in Rom 12:2, "be ye not conformed to the things of this world, but ye be transformed by the renewing of your mind…". It is important to live our life with a biblical mindset; this sets us apart and directs our daily path. I understand how difficult i...
Jan 19, 2023•9 min•Ep. 53
It's the start of a new year. It's a fresh slate you have been given to continue on the previous year's path or start all over with better strategies. It's that time of the year to start scribbling goals and resolutions. While you are about making those goals, I want you to remember the place of God. Relying on your abilities would see you hitting a brick wall. "When we set goals, purpose, and vision need to be accounted for." In this episode, I will share tips to help us meet our set vision-dri...
Jan 12, 2023•10 min•Ep. 52
Today we are talking about how we can focus on enjoying the moment instead of worrying about the future or dwelling on the past. We are constantly living in one of three states, the past, the present, or the future. And unfortunately, a lot of us spend most of our time living in either the past or the future. We either dwell on past mistakes or hurt, or we worry about what's to come. So how can we change this? How can we learn to focus on the present and enjoy the moment? Here are a 5 tips: Pay ...
Dec 08, 2022•13 min•Ep. 51
Christian women are often told to have everything under control. There is constant pressure to be the perfect wife, mother, employee, and so on. But the truth is, you don't have to be perfect. And we definitely don't have to have everything under control. God doesn't expect us to be perfect. He knows that we are human and that we make mistakes. What he does expect from you and me is to try our best and to trust in Him. So if you're feeling like you're not living up to the impossible standards se...
Dec 01, 2022•8 min•Ep. 50
Congratulations to our winner and thank you to all of our listeners! We are thankful for each of of you and look forward to the future of the Uniquely You Podcast. May you have a blessed and joyous thanksgiving from our family to yours. Audio engineering by Christopher Pickens --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/uniquelyyou/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/uniquelyyou/support Send us a text Support the show...
Nov 24, 2022•3 min
Woohoo, It's the one-year anniversary of Uniquely You Podcast! In this episode, Destiny reflects and shares some of her favorite episodes thus far. Thank you for your continued support and prayers. We look to the future with great anticipation of what God will do through this podcast. ENTER THE GIVEAWAY HERE ! Episodes Mentioned: #30: How To Be Confident In Knowing Who God Created You To Be. #14: Women Of The Word: 3 Lessons From The Life Of Queen Esther #41: Choose Faith Over Fear #35: From Tra...
Nov 17, 2022•16 min
In this episode, I will share three questions to ask yourselves to help you through God's transformation in your life. Are you focused on the past or the possibility of the future? We get carried away focusing on what could have been and is not, but we must focus on the one who knows just how well this season will turn out to be, God. What areas of your life do you need to let go of to embrace what is to come? We often want the transformation, but are we ready to experience it? We hold on to a l...
Nov 10, 2022•11 min•Ep. 47
Spiritual growth is essential in our walk with God. Without it, we are deprived of the benefit of advancing in God's kingdom. The previous episode explained the need for spiritual growth, so if you have yet to listen, I recommend you do so. In this episode, I will share with you 4 distinct stages of spiritual growth. Scripture Mentioned: 1st Cor 3 Hebrews 5:13 Ephesians 4:14 1st John 12:14 John 8:10 Philippians 3:15 Hebrew 5:14 Links Episode 45: Click Here You can connect with me at www.destinyp...
Nov 03, 2022•13 min•Ep. 46
Join the Bloomed In Grace Waitlist! Doors open on November 1st, 2022. Join by clicking HERE Growth is an essential part of every human existence. We are expected to keep growing until we take our last breath. "When we grow spiritually, it glorifies God. It brings Him honor and pleases Him when we as His children seek to grow in our knowledge of Him and seek after His very heart." I have put together 3 reasons why spiritual growth is essential for every believer looking to enjoy the benefits of b...
Oct 27, 2022•10 min•Ep. 45
