Rooted in Faith: Discovering Your Purpose and Harnessing Your Power

A few weeks ago, I had dinner with a close friend, and she mentioned that she’d chosen a word to guide her through the rest of the year. That idea stuck with me. I immediately thought, “I want a word too,” but nothing came to mind right away.

So I sat with it. I took some time to reflect on what I truly wanted for myself for the rest of this year. I knew I wanted to thrive in school,  I’ve worked hard to get where I am, and I want to finish strong. I also knew I wanted to reconnect with God. If I’m being honest, I’ve pulled away from Him this year. I haven’t been praying or having quiet moments to talk to God. I haven’t been reading the Bible or attending church the way I used to. That distance has left me feeling a bit untethered.

I also want to put myself out there more, especially when it comes to dating and romantic relationships. I’m not rushing into anything, but I am ready to stop hiding behind busyness or fear. I want to invite love in…the kind that feels safe, intentional, and real. I want to build something steady with someone who’s growing just like I am. But before that, I’m focusing on making sure I’m whole on my own, so when the right connection comes, I’ll be ready, not searching to be completed, but to be met.

Eventually, one word came to me: Rooted.

Rooted in my faith.  Rooted in my purpose.  Rooted in my power.

Rooted in my faith- I want to rebuild that connection with God. Not just in the highs or when I need something, but daily. I want to get back to praying, reading, and just spending time in stillness. I miss that part of myself.

Rooted in my purpose- This year, I’ve been reminded that purpose isn’t always loud or flashy, sometimes it’s quiet consistency. It’s showing up for myself even when I feel uncertain. It’s staying committed to my education, my growth, and the version of me I’m becoming. I may not have every detail of the future mapped out, but I know I’m not wandering aimlessly. I’m walking in alignment, even when the path feels slow.

Rooted in my power- I’m no longer shrinking myself to make others comfortable. I want to walk into rooms knowing I deserve to be there. I want to make decisions from a place of confidence, not fear. And I want to love myself deeply in every season, not just the polished ones.

So this is where I am right now. Rooted. Not perfect, not finished, but planted. And that’s more than enough.