Hello Bravehearted Beauties! Here’s what came of not being able to write: a video! Talk about BRAVE! Here’s a totally unscripted, unrehearsed and unedited attempt at sharing words another way.
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Whew! I can’t even watch it a second time. It took all of my bravery just to record it!
This is my Bravehearted Beauty offering this Easter. This is my yes to God, yes to my true identity, yes to my calling. It’s my no to the enemy, no to the headaches, no to fear and lies. Our yes to God is a brave and defiant act…inspired by the ultimate act of defiance: the cross and resurrection. Jesus was the ultimate Bravehearted Beauty!
Someone needs your Bravehearted Beauty offering today. What will it be? You can do it! And by all means, tell me about it. I’d love to celebrate the Bravehearted Beauty in you!
Love to you this Easter,
P.S. A huge part of being brave is admitting your struggles, fears and needs to others. It’s scary at first. But it’s so needed. Vulnerability inspires bravery. It also magnifies beauty. Not to mention, it gives people a chance to come through for you. Yes, you risk being misunderstood, mocked, rejected and all those scary things, but you also risk being known and loved. And that, Bravehearted Beauties, is our truest, deepest desire!
Suzanne - Linsey- how special it was to go to you blog and “hear” your message! I started following your blog because of your beautiful style but have truly enjoyed your inspiration and heart for God! Thank you for stepping out and encouraging me to do the same. God bless you and Happy Easter!
Bravehearted Beauty - Thank YOU, Suzanne! Until someone responds, it feels like I’m just talking to myself! 🙂 Way to be brave and leave the first comment to encourage me! HAPPY EASTER to you, too!
Linda - Lins, you may have missed anchoring the Today show but here you are anchoring and producing your own show. That may take even ore courage.xox
Bravehearted Beauty - Ha! Thanks, Mom. And yes, I think you’re right: this may take even more courage!
Beth - Thank you, Linsey, for being brave and sharing! Thank you for saying yes. Your words (His words, through you, I believe) really spoke to me this morning. Just what I needed to hear. Blessings to you this Easter weekend!
Bravehearted Beauty - Yes, Beth, HIS words through me. I have no idea what I’m going to say when I sit down to write, and no clue when I press record. It all just comes out, and I’m thankful if even a little of it makes sense and speaks to you. Thanks for telling me it did.
Lorri - Coming out of lurking in the corner to suggest Botox injections for migraines. It’s supposed to help.
(Your video is very professional, so good job!)
Bravehearted Beauty - Hi Lorri! Thank you for coming out of the corner and letting me know you’re here! I’ve heard of Botox for migraines, but have also heard enough to cause me concern. It would sure take care of some forehead wrinkles though! Ha!
Taylor - I have so been enjoying your blog Linsey! Thank you so much for the video! I can’t tell you how much it encourages me through all of the trials that I am going through right now. Praying for you dear!
Bravehearted Beauty - So glad to hear you feel encouraged in your trials. And that you know you’re not alone! And thank you for your prayers!
AUDREY - FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART…THANK YOU!
Audrey
Bravehearted Beauty - You are SO welcome! Thank YOU for watching!
Jane Warner - You did a great job on your video! Seemed like you’d done it before. So thankful for Debra being obedient and caring. Blessings. Jane
Bravehearted Beauty - Thank you, Jane! Beginner’s luck? If I believed in luck! {Wink!} I’m thankful for Deborah, too!
Amanda - I am right here. Listening. Loving it and YOU. And any Linsey show is waaaaaay better than a Today show! Brave, beautiful, refreshing, raw and heart-stoppingly precious. I’m so blessed to share the uphill road of living courageously with you. I want to chose courage w you! I want to live “uncomfortable”! I hope you got my email–screaming a big yes to you!!! Love you!
Bravehearted Beauty - Gosh! You flatter me, Amanda! Better than the Today show?!?! Ok, I’ll receive that coming from your beautiful heart! YES to living courageously together! YES to being uncomfortable. YES to LIFE!!! xo
Laura - Thank you for sharing your heart and encouraging the rest of us to be brave. We’ve moved a few times in the last year and I find it hard to be myself with new people for fear of rejection…or something like that. I will work hard to be braver.
Bravehearted Beauty - My heart goes out to you, Laura. A few moves in one year? One move has been SO hard for me, so I can only imagine how much risk and bravery goes into a few moves. I understand the fear of rejection piece. But God is bringing healing there. Maybe I’ll write more about that someday. Until then, keep choosing brave in the little things. And celebrate them! You are braver than you think!
Michelle Muntz - Nice job Linsey.
I’m looking forward to the next video.
Have a blessed Easter!
Bravehearted Beauty - Thank you, Michelle. I can’t believe I’ve actually shared a second video now! 🙂
Carole L. Palser - Linsey:
I loved the authenticity and beauty of your first video. It was refreshing and encouraging. You and Jesus in you inspire me! Thank you.
Carole
Bravehearted Beauty - Thank you, sweet Carole. As one who’s been around me in person, I’m honored that you found it authentic. xo
Dianne - I loved this video!!!! Seeing you an hearing your voice was wonderful, much better for me than reading your words. Thank you! I hope your Easter was full of blessings.
Bravehearted Beauty - Isn’t it amazing how real a person becomes when you finally hear their voice and see their expressions? I realize up until now, my voice has had no sound…only words. Thanks for the feedback and encouragement.
Stacey - Thanks for sharing! Would love to hear some more!!
Bravehearted Beauty - Thank you, Stacey. I think there will be more. No clue what the balance of writing and video will be, but just going to follow God’s lead and see how all this bravery goes!
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