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Facing my Fears

On Returning Home to Myself

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Jamilia James
Jul 06, 2025
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Beloveds, I’m not sure about you all, but this season of my life has been drenched with big life lessons—many of which keep me on my toes. I am currently learning how to trust myself and this learning process means coming up against fear in a major way. It also means failing and learning from my failures. Today, I am leaving you with a memory that I am holding close to my heart as I face my fears and I hope you find something to take with you 💛

From left to right: My three cousins and I at the hotel pool in North Texas. I am standing at the far right end of the frame closest to the pool stairs. I am peering into the pool and my body language is hesitant. Beside me, my cousins are grouped together and preparing to jump.

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