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In this Issue:
Building Your Village
The Importance of a Supportive Community
We’ve all heard it before, “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with,” but how often do we stop and truly reflect on that?
In a world where independence is celebrated and “doing it all” is worn like a badge of honor, it’s easy to forget the power of community and yet, at our core, we are wired for connection.
Whether you're rebuilding your life after a setback, stepping into a new season, or simply striving to become a better version of yourself, having the right people by your side can make all the difference.
This week, we’re exploring what it means to build your village—intentionally, authentically, and soulfully.
Why Community Matters
No matter how strong, talented, or driven you are, life wasn’t meant to be a solo journey.
Community offers us:
- Belonging – a safe space to show up exactly as we are
- Encouragement – when our own belief wavers
- Accountability – to remind us of our goals and keep us on track
- Joy – because life is better when it’s shared
We thrive when we are seen, heard, supported, and celebrated. That kind of nourishment doesn’t come from scrolling through social media or chasing surface-level connections; it comes from cultivating deep, genuine relationships.
The Myth of the Lone Wolf
There’s a romanticized idea in modern culture that success is best achieved alone. The self-made woman. The lone wolf who conquered mountains without ever asking for help.
Behind every success story is often a hidden village: the friend who listened when things fell apart, the mentor who gave honest feedback, the partner who offered stability, the coach who encouraged next steps, or the community that offered love when it felt like all was lost.
Asking for support isn’t weakness.
It’s wisdom. It’s strength.
It’s soul-centered strategy.
From Outgrowing to Upleveling
How to Know If You Need a New Village
How to Know If You Need a New Village
How to Know If You Need a New Village
Sometimes, we outgrow the people around us, and that’s okay. Growth will often reveal where the cracks are in our current support system.
Here are some signs it might be time to start rebuilding your village:
- You feel drained or judged after spending time with certain people.
- You’re afraid to share your dreams because you know they’ll be minimized.
- You’re always the giver and rarely the receiver.
- You find yourself shrinking to stay accepted.
- You no longer align with the conversations, values, or energy of your circle.
You deserve a community where your growth is celebrated, not questioned.
Qualities of a Soul-Aligned Village
How to Know If You Need a New Village
How to Know If You Need a New Village
The right people don’t just keep you company; they elevate your life.
As you build your village, seek those who:
- Celebrate you when you win and hold you when you lose.
- Challenge you with love, not criticism.
- Show up consistently, not just when it’s convenient.
- Speak life into your dreams and offer encouragement over envy.
- Inspire you to be better just by how they live.
The most powerful relationships are built on mutual support, vulnerability, and shared growth.
Where to Find Your People
If you’re in a season where your circle feels thin or nonexistent, you’re not alone. Many people are quietly craving deeper connections. The good news? Your village might be one bold step away.
Here are some places to begin:
- Workshops and retreats aligned with your interests
- Support groups (online or in person) focused on healing, growth, or recovery
- Faith communities or spiritual gatherings
- Book clubs, art classes, or community meetups
- Volunteering with causes close to your heart
- Online communities (be intentional and seek depth over popularity)
Start by showing up where your values are reflected. The right people will find you when you’re being your truest self.
Sacred Circles & Soulful Boundaries
You Deserve a Safe Place to Land
You Deserve a Safe Place to Land
You Deserve a Safe Place to Land
There’s something sacred about having someone say, “You don’t have to do this alone.” It doesn’t always take words. Sometimes it’s a glance. A hand on your back. A text that says, “I thought of you today.”
In your lowest moments, the right people don’t try to fix you, they sit beside you. They hold space for your process. They believe in your healing. And in your highest moments, they cheer the loudest, not because they need the spotlight, but because they love seeing you shine.
That’s what a real village feels like: safe, sacred, soul-filling.
Let’s Talk Boundaries
You Deserve a Safe Place to Land
You Deserve a Safe Place to Land
As you build your village, not everyone gets a front-row seat.
Creating a strong community means learning to:
- Say no to those who drain you.
- Be discerning about who you share your energy with.
- Recognize when a relationship is no longer serving you and lovingly let it go.
- Know that proximity doesn’t equal access; just because someone has known you forever doesn’t mean they get to grow with you.
Your peace is precious. Protect it.
Reflective Journaling
Who’s in Your Circle?
Before we can build the village we desire, we must first understand the one we currently have. This week, give yourself the gift of reflection. These questions are an invitation to explore your connections with clarity and compassion—no judgment, just awareness. Grab your journal, breathe deeply, and allow yourself to get honest about the relationships that surround you and the kind of support your soul is truly craving.
Take a moment this week to reflect on your current support system:
- Who are the five people I spend the most time with, and how do they influence me?
- What do I need more of in my relationships right now?
- Where am I craving deeper connection?
- Am I showing up as the kind of friend I hope to attract?
- What kind of support would nourish me in this season of my life?
Journal on these with honesty and curiosity.
Envision. Affirm. Attract.
A Soul Challenge for the Week
A Soul Challenge for the Week
A Soul Challenge for the Week
Create a Village Vision Board
- Write down the qualities you desire in your soul tribe.
- Find images, words, and symbols that reflect those traits.
- Add a photo of yourself in the center.
- As you build your board, say this affirmation aloud: “I am calling in a village that supports, uplifts, and inspires my growth. I am ready to both give and receive love, connection, and truth.”
Hang your vision board somewhere visible. Let it be your reminder that you are worthy of being surrounded by love.
Affirmations for the Week
A Soul Challenge for the Week
A Soul Challenge for the Week
Repeat these daily or write them somewhere you’ll see them often:
- I attract relationships that nourish my soul.
- I give myself permission to let go of what no longer aligns.
- I am worthy of deep, lasting connections.
- My village is forming, even if I can’t see it yet.
- I am not meant to do life alone.
- I show up authentically and draw in those who see the real me.
From My Heart to Yours
Building your village doesn’t happen overnight. It’s an ongoing journey; one that begins with a decision: I will no longer do life alone.
You’re not too late. You’re not too broken. You’re not too much.
The people who are meant to be in your life will see your light and shine with you.
So here’s your reminder, dear soul: You don’t have to have it all figured out.
You just have to be brave enough to open your heart and take the first step.
Your village is waiting.
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