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Rise & Thrive: A Blog for Women of Faith
This is your space for ✨ faith-filled encouragement, 💔 soul-deep healing, and 💬 honest conversations about your career, identity, purpose, and overcoming setbacks.
Whether you're navigating 😞 emotional wounds, 🕊️ spiritual burnout, or seeking your 📖 God-given calling and professional path, these words are here to remind you: 💖 you are still worthy, 🌸 you are still chosen, and 🤝 you are never alone—in life, faith, or your career journey.
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Thank God for Closed Doors
"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him.” — Romans 8:28 “You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.” — Genesis 50:20 Thankful. That’s what I am. Extremely thankful. I am thankful for God redirecting me, but at the time, all I saw was rejection. I didn’t do life the right way. I found myself a single parent at 19 years old. That wasn’t the plan. So, in trying to ma
Yolanda Rhynes
Nov 64 min read


💔 How to Heal When Family Rejects You: A Heart-to-Heart from Yolanda 💔
Hey Sis, Whew. This one hits deep. Family rejection isn’t just painful—it can shake you to your core . The very people who were supposed...
Yolanda Rhynes
May 303 min read


Becoming the Woman You Were Meant to Be 💫
Hey sis 💕, Let’s talk real for a minute. There comes a time in every woman’s life when she starts to wonder… “Is this really all there...
Yolanda Rhynes
Apr 63 min read


How to Grow Closer to God in Your Daily Life
I remember a time in my life when I found myself praying to God, really wanting Him to move in a particular situation. I was desperate...
Yolanda Rhynes
Mar 44 min read


Faith Over Drama
We all face moments where others treat us unfairly, and how we respond can make all the difference. Has anyone ever yelled at you or...
Yolanda Rhynes
Feb 23 min read


The Embrace You've Been Waiting For
With all the hype surrounding TikTok lately, I couldn’t help but reminisce about how I got addicted to the platform. Yes, I said it....
Yolanda Rhynes
Feb 22 min read


I Gotta Get Myself Together
Emotional wounds can leave us feeling stuck, broken, and unable to move forward in life. It leaves you feeling defeated, as if you are...
Yolanda Rhynes
Jan 303 min read


It's Time to Move On
Healing from toxic relationships is a journey that requires intentional steps of self-awareness, prayer, and, most importantly,...
Yolanda Rhynes
Jan 273 min read


When the Heart Breaks
I sat there staring at the blank page, unsure of how to begin. The instructions were simple yet profound: write a letter about your grief...
Yolanda Rhynes
Jan 265 min read


Grace in the Struggle
Have you ever been in a situation where you were really trying to do a good job but things didn’t quite go the way you wanted it to?...
Yolanda Rhynes
Jan 144 min read


Rise Up!
Rejection can feel like a punch to the heart. Whether it’s a missed opportunity, a difficult breakup, or a painful experience, it often...
Yolanda Rhynes
Dec 312 min read


Strength in Weakness
Introduction Life’s challenges can often leave us feeling overwhelmed, but the Bible teaches that our weaknesses can become opportunities...
Yolanda Rhynes
Dec 31, 20243 min read


Bouncing Back: Claiming Your Worth After the Shade
Rejection is a universal experience that can leave even the strongest of us questioning our value and purpose. Whether it stems from a...
Yolanda Rhynes
Dec 27, 20243 min read


Faith Hustle - Bouncing Back Stronger and Wiser
Life has a way of testing us. Whether it’s facing an unexpected job loss, navigating difficult relationships, or enduring seasons of...
Yolanda Rhynes
Dec 16, 20242 min read


From Pain to Peace: Letting Go and Moving Forward
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18 Release and Renew: Finding Peace Beyond...
Yolanda Rhynes
Dec 12, 20242 min read


Rejection Doesn’t Define You: Daily Devotional Tips for Finding Strength and Peace
Rejection can feel deeply painful, whether it comes from a job, a relationship, or simply from the struggles we face within ourselves....
Yolanda Rhynes
Dec 10, 20244 min read


What's the "H.E.R." in Simply Worth H.E.R.?
Several people have asked me, “What does the H.E.R. in Simply Worth H.E.R. stand for?” I would ike to share a conversation I had with a...
Yolanda Rhynes
Dec 6, 20242 min read


Goodbye Rejection, Hello Confidence: Discover Your Worth in Christ!
Let’s be honest—rejection stings. Whether it’s a missed promotion, an unanswered text, or feeling overlooked by people you care about,...
Yolanda Rhynes
Dec 5, 20243 min read


Just Shut Up
I am not your typical sports fan. I watch football if it’s the Pittsburgh Steelers playing, I watch basketball if it’s the Cleveland...
Yolanda Rhynes
Mar 11, 20244 min read


What's Wrong With Me?
The worst feeling in the world is being an after thought. No one likes being left out, forgotten, or made to feel as if something is...
Yolanda Rhynes
Feb 20, 20244 min read
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