Comfortable with Change

Being comfortable with change is not easy, but something that is necessary to allow us to advance to the next level. We cannot remain idle while life passes by and there is far too much potential in each and every one of us to keep it all lock in. 
So determine this new month to make a change, no matter how little and watch as things begin to unfold.

Remember it's better to voluntarily make change(s) NOW, then be forced into changing later on. 
I.e: It is better for someone with bad eating habits to change those habits now, than be forced into changing their lifestyle/ eating habits once they suffer ill health due to those habits.

So check out this quick motivational video I put together to help stir you into action, because time waits for no one.
Im wishing you all a LOVEly February. 

As always,
Peace & Love. Antoinette

PLEASE CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO VIEW THE VIDEO
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-8jgT6KcKQ

Quick and Easy Potato Curry Recipe

Looking for a quick and easy delicious meal that you can russle up within minutes, then look no further. Packed full of flavour, this recipe video will leave you locked-in and licking your lips before it’s even served up. 
So enjoy the watch and let me know how you get on, if you do decide to make it. #ConfidentLiving

Ingredients:

4 large Potatoes

4 finely chopped Tomatoes (Vine)

1 Red Onion

2/ 3 Tablespoon Oil

Cup of Water

2 Tablepoons of butter

Naan bread (or accompaniment of your choice)

Spices:

Few Curry leaves

Cinnamon stick

2 Cloves

1 Cardamom

½ tablespoon Fennel seeds

6 finely cut Garlic cloves

Half a Ginger root (finely cut)

1 small Green chill

1 Teaspoon Turmeric powder

1 teaspoon Chill powder (optional)

Coriander leaves

1 tablespoon Coriander powder

1 Spoon Cumin seeds

1 Maggi cube, knorr cube or teaspoon of salt (optional)

*Serves 4 (moderate portions)

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https://youtu.be/o2kl56VGv7U

…Doing a new thing

As you’re probably all aware of by now, the skinny (body) shaming I went through took a huge toll on different aspects of my life and my wardrobe was not exempt.

So this year I decided to act on my desire to completely change my clothes and start to buy items I actually want to wear as opposed to what I was wearing because I felt the need to cover up the size/ shape of my body.

I want to unapologetically blossom and showcase God’s beauty even in the way that I dress. So it’s out with the old and in new with the new, including the contents of my closet.

I hope this video inspires you to fully embrace your own sense of style and not let your circumstance or those around you, dictate how you portray yourself.

Please click the link below to watch this new step in my confidence journey and let me know your thoughts.

Love Always,

Antoinette

https://youtu.be/SsfwMgOSBt8

Broader Outlook: Taking the limits off

Towards the latter part of 2017, I decided to do a review on what I was doing, especially on my YouTube channel/ Blog. So I reached out to most of my subscribers and asked what sort of content they would like to see more of.

It was an eye-opening exercise, as it broadened my perspective, triggered my thinking cap and opened up oceans of opportunity for growth.

I’ve now decided to open the lid on a lot of things I desired to do but was holding back on for a number of reasons and I am using the feedback as a springboard to explore different areas I can cover, as opposed to having a rigid structure on how and what I post.

I’m embracing this change and seeing it, as something good for this space, as I delve into newer and different themes relating to Confident Living.

I am also really excited and thankful for what lies ahead and know that together, we can make 2018 a year to be reckoned with.

So to kick-start the year, have a look at my motivational video below and I hope it inspires you ask yourself that ONE vital question, which it's answer will help push you through.

Much Love,

Antoinette

P.S: If you have not already subscribed to my blog posts or YouTube channel, you may want to do so now, to avoid missing out on what I will be bringing to the table this year 😁.

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I stood at the shore for so long- not able to step out, but thank God for mercy and the willingness of heart to just TRUST Him.

From this better viewpoint, I can now see further than I did before.

 So look out! In this year of impossibilities become possible, He might just have me walking on water. However, I will rest assured, knowing He will be with me every step of the way as I walk through the unventured.

PLEASE CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO WATCH THE VIDEO

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wMbS0mnOAM

Can history repeat itself?

In light of what has been happening in Libya and many other countries around the world, I thought I should make this video to shed light on what you can do, especially if you are feeling helpless at this time.

PLEASE CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO WATCH THE VIDEO

https://youtu.be/YuvSpeMjvTw

The Swan, Peacock & Flamingo

As a follow on from my previous blog post ‘The Pineapple…’ I thought I should share my thoughts on the destructive nature of beauty comparison through the illustration of three birds.

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The Swan, Peacock and Flamingo are three very different yet beautiful birds.

The individual uniqueness of their physical appearance sets them apart and without competing with each other, they continue to display their own distinct splendour.

The swan is graceful in the way she conveys herself and serene in character. 

The peacock, magnificent with her intricate detail of pretty vibrant feathers and secure in knowing who she is and what she carries. 

The Flamingo, who not only embodies elegance and femininity, is also balanced in her stand and well poised.

5 years on...what I have learnt and what I am grateful for.

Earlier this year marked 5 years from when I uploaded my very first video 'Let the journey begin', onto YouTube. So for me, that marked the start of my confidence building and living journey and me truly embracing my purpose in life.

Please watch the video below to see what I have learnt and what I am most grateful for.

Please click the link below to view this video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZUixOEj5t3w