Clearing the Weeds: Making Space for Your True Purpose

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Well, hello, my valued listeners, and welcome to a brand new month and new episodes of Living in Your Power.
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I'm your host, Dr. Marlene Greenleaf, and I cannot wait to walk with you through
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the journey we're starting this April.
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Our theme for this month is Awaken Your Purpose, Planting Seeds for Intentional Living.
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So each week we're going to explore a
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different part of the growth cycle just like
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we do in nature and this week we're starting with clearing the weeds listen
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you can't plant anything meaningful in soil that's crowded cluttered or choked
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up with things that no longer serve you,
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so today this episode is
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about identifying the weeds in your life like those
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beliefs habits and patterns that block your growth it's about understanding
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why releasing is essential to walking in your true purpose and choosing what
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to clear out so you can make space for the new,
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so let's breathe deep.
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And begin,
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now what are the weeds in your life you know when I garden and I'll be doing
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this soon and I'm so excited I can't wait I've got my seeds I've got my bed
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okay I'm sorry I'm sorry I digress,
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listen I always start by cleaning with a base okay,
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I first, I pull out weeds, dead leaves, and anything that's going to compete
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with what I'm trying to grow.
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Because even the best seeds can't flourish in cluttered soil.
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And it's the same with your life.
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So let me ask you, what's crowding your growth right now?
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What old mindset?
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Limiting belief or fear are you still holding on to?
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What busyness or obligation has you saying yes to things that leave you depleted?
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These are your weeds. And the truth is, you cannot grow what you do not clear.
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So I'll be real with you, like I always am.
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I've had to do some clearing of my own recently,
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I've had such as things I said yes to out of habit or guilt,
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people I kept around out of comfort even though their presence drained my energy
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and old narratives like I have to do it all or if I rest I'm falling behind And, you know,
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holding on to those weeds costs me peace, focus, and space for something better.
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You've probably heard this phrase, you can't receive with closed hands. But let me flip it a bit.
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How about we say, you can't receive while your hands are full of what no longer serves you.
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Think on that. You can't receive while your hands are full of what's no longer serving you.
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So clearing isn't just about getting rid of the bad stuff.
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For me, it's a sacred act of faith.
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When you're clearing, to me it says that you're saying to God,
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I trust that something better is coming and I'm making room for it.
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Now, it's not always easy. And sometimes clearing means saying no to something
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that looks good but isn't aligned.
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It means sitting still long enough to hear your own thoughts, and that takes courage.
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But hear me clearly, you were not created to live in chaos.
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You were created to live with clarity, peace, and purpose.
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So for this week, here's my challenge for you.
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I want you to write down three things you need to clear from your life.
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These can be beliefs, habits, commitments, relationships, or even physical clutter.
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And beside each one, I want you to write the empowered action you will take to begin releasing it.
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I mean, maybe it's saying no to a new request.
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Maybe he's taking a social media break Or maybe he's letting go Of the pressure to be perfect,
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I can attest to each and every one of those Let me just say Because I too am a witch,
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And I will be doing this weekly challenge with you too.
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So, and most importantly, I want you to give yourself grace in the process.
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Because claring takes time. But once it begins, your soul will start to breathe again.
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So in closing, I want you to know that this is just the beginning of our April journey.
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And as we continue through the month, we'll talk about getting rooted,
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planting new intentions, and nurturing the growth ahead.
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Before today, I want to leave you with this.
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Clearing is an act of courage. It's the first step to transformation.
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And you deserve a life that reflects your true purpose and not your pain.
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So clear the weeds. Make room for light.
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And trust your growth is coming.
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So until next time, my dear listeners, I want you to live boldly in your power.
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And if it gets tough, just breathe.
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You still have the strength to rise.
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Continue to live in your power.