Hey Guys,
I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself, My name is Jessica (Jess) Phillips. I am a child of a living God, Wife to the most loving husband Cody, and mother to our amazing gift Skye. I am also the owner of Earth To Us, a business that I believe God is going to continue to guide me in and use for HIS glory. I wear many hats as I believe most women do but my passion is in yoga, health, living a simple and holistic lifestyle while spreading a message that we have the power to overcome obstacles so that we can become the person that not only we desire but the one God intends for us to become. My mission statement is "Like Rushing Waters", I believe we are to live Like Rushing Waters, with God as the force behind our current we can become an unstoppable force. We are to never be stagnant in life, living in a constant state of flow, ever moving towards our goal. When difficulties rise we have the power and the strength to overcome them and stay on course. ( I have a whole other post about Like Rushing Waters if you'd like to read more)
Just a few short years ago I was living a very different life. I was 75lbs heavier, I fought with anxiety and the constant fear of not being accepted by others, while struggling with overwhelming self doubt . I have been a chameleon for most of my life, afraid to in any way stand out so I was overcome with effort to try and blend in.
That is also the furthest thing from what we are called to do as Christians! We are to be in this world but not of it, We are to be a light in the shadows, never trying to sink back into them.
Along with mental hurtles I have battled some physical ones as well, they are the ones that have forever molded the person that I am, I never thought I would be at a point in my life where I would be grateful for these circumstances but I am so thankful for how God used them to show me His love and how He is a mighty God and will never leave us or give us more than we can handle.
In 2007 I tore the ACL and Meniscus in my right knee resulting in extensive surgery, from 2007-2018 I would have 5 surgeries total each one a little more difficult than the last. From ACLs, MCLs, Micro-fractures, and no remaining cartilage that has put me looking towards a knee replacement that I am trying to postpone!
I have also had a injury to my spine resulting in surgery and a severely broken collar bone that has since been replaced with a titanium plate and screws. Some nice hardware that is a little more noticeable than I was planning for it to be so it's always a topic for discussion.
Other than that just a few random broken bones... Nothing fancy...
**Note, This is by NO means a woah is me story or look at all "I" have overcame but a glance at what He has done in my life!
I say all that to lead up to this...
By Gods grace and goodness I have no physical restrictions, I have completed a half marathon, raced 6 24hr dirtbike challenges, competed in bicycle endurance challenges, got certified as a yoga instructor, lost 75lbs and am constantly able to push myself physically.
This is thru none of my own power but the power that God has given me, thru adopting a plant based diet, practicing yoga, mediating on His Word, being mindful to maintain a positive outlook and joy no matter the situation God has shown me that we have POWER over our lives. We are not meant to be sick, unhealthy in mind, body, or spirit. We are the amazing creatures created by a LIVING GOD and we should act like it! This doesn't mean we have to run a marathon but we should live a life of JOY, LOVE, and do all the things that set our souls on fire!
I may have gotten off topic a little but as you can see this is something that I am so passionate about.
God has given us power but we decide what we do with it. We don't have to be stuck, we have the option to move, it may be slow and it may hurt but we have the option. It's not just a possibility but completely doable but only when the force behind your flow is greater than the obstacles that will come before you.
I could have never imagined what God had in store for me, He has shown me favor and love beyond comprehension. There will come a time when he places a door before you and YOU choose whether or not you wish to walk through it. The only thing holding you back is you and that thing between your ears.
All the power you need is inside of you, He has already given it to you.
So that is my story (a very condensed version), new pages are being written at every moment.
I may get some pushback for this statement but I honestly believe that some things are only as hard as we make them. Mindset matters so much, we are called to be overcomers and the sooner we realize that the better. NO I don't have it all figured out, not even a little bit but all I know is that each day I will put one foot in front of the other, stepping in faith all the way and hold His promises tru to my heart.
I will choose joy unconditionally and I WILL Live Like Rushing Waters.
Instagram: jess.earthtous
Facebook: Jessica Phillips
YouTube; Earth To Us (Former Tiny Toddler Living)
I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself, My name is Jessica (Jess) Phillips. I am a child of a living God, Wife to the most loving husband Cody, and mother to our amazing gift Skye. I am also the owner of Earth To Us, a business that I believe God is going to continue to guide me in and use for HIS glory. I wear many hats as I believe most women do but my passion is in yoga, health, living a simple and holistic lifestyle while spreading a message that we have the power to overcome obstacles so that we can become the person that not only we desire but the one God intends for us to become. My mission statement is "Like Rushing Waters", I believe we are to live Like Rushing Waters, with God as the force behind our current we can become an unstoppable force. We are to never be stagnant in life, living in a constant state of flow, ever moving towards our goal. When difficulties rise we have the power and the strength to overcome them and stay on course. ( I have a whole other post about Like Rushing Waters if you'd like to read more)
Just a few short years ago I was living a very different life. I was 75lbs heavier, I fought with anxiety and the constant fear of not being accepted by others, while struggling with overwhelming self doubt . I have been a chameleon for most of my life, afraid to in any way stand out so I was overcome with effort to try and blend in.
That is also the furthest thing from what we are called to do as Christians! We are to be in this world but not of it, We are to be a light in the shadows, never trying to sink back into them.
Along with mental hurtles I have battled some physical ones as well, they are the ones that have forever molded the person that I am, I never thought I would be at a point in my life where I would be grateful for these circumstances but I am so thankful for how God used them to show me His love and how He is a mighty God and will never leave us or give us more than we can handle.
In 2007 I tore the ACL and Meniscus in my right knee resulting in extensive surgery, from 2007-2018 I would have 5 surgeries total each one a little more difficult than the last. From ACLs, MCLs, Micro-fractures, and no remaining cartilage that has put me looking towards a knee replacement that I am trying to postpone!
I have also had a injury to my spine resulting in surgery and a severely broken collar bone that has since been replaced with a titanium plate and screws. Some nice hardware that is a little more noticeable than I was planning for it to be so it's always a topic for discussion.
Other than that just a few random broken bones... Nothing fancy...
**Note, This is by NO means a woah is me story or look at all "I" have overcame but a glance at what He has done in my life!
I say all that to lead up to this...
By Gods grace and goodness I have no physical restrictions, I have completed a half marathon, raced 6 24hr dirtbike challenges, competed in bicycle endurance challenges, got certified as a yoga instructor, lost 75lbs and am constantly able to push myself physically.
This is thru none of my own power but the power that God has given me, thru adopting a plant based diet, practicing yoga, mediating on His Word, being mindful to maintain a positive outlook and joy no matter the situation God has shown me that we have POWER over our lives. We are not meant to be sick, unhealthy in mind, body, or spirit. We are the amazing creatures created by a LIVING GOD and we should act like it! This doesn't mean we have to run a marathon but we should live a life of JOY, LOVE, and do all the things that set our souls on fire!
I may have gotten off topic a little but as you can see this is something that I am so passionate about.
God has given us power but we decide what we do with it. We don't have to be stuck, we have the option to move, it may be slow and it may hurt but we have the option. It's not just a possibility but completely doable but only when the force behind your flow is greater than the obstacles that will come before you.
I could have never imagined what God had in store for me, He has shown me favor and love beyond comprehension. There will come a time when he places a door before you and YOU choose whether or not you wish to walk through it. The only thing holding you back is you and that thing between your ears.
All the power you need is inside of you, He has already given it to you.
So that is my story (a very condensed version), new pages are being written at every moment.
I may get some pushback for this statement but I honestly believe that some things are only as hard as we make them. Mindset matters so much, we are called to be overcomers and the sooner we realize that the better. NO I don't have it all figured out, not even a little bit but all I know is that each day I will put one foot in front of the other, stepping in faith all the way and hold His promises tru to my heart.
I will choose joy unconditionally and I WILL Live Like Rushing Waters.
Instagram: jess.earthtous
Facebook: Jessica Phillips
YouTube; Earth To Us (Former Tiny Toddler Living)
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