My first article…

When I say I wanna get my story out there, this is what I mean. not venting to folks that'll run their mouths to the next. #HealingBaddie tingz 💋 this is one of my first article ever I’ve been in. I just want to say thank you so much to God!  God is the only one that knows exactly what he’s doing when it comes to me stepping out my comfort zone to make me better.

Disclaimer: there has about a few typos in there ugh (which I didn’t even know), but at the end of the day, this turned out great.

#godgrace #godyouare #lemon8challenge #lemon8partner

Article here > https://voyageohio.com/interview/meet-lamia-shepherd-of-akron-ohio

2025/8/2 Edited to

... Read moreThis article highlights a personal and transformative journey emphasizing faith, healing, and stepping beyond comfort zones. The hashtags #HealingBaddie, #godgrace, and #godyouare signify a strong spiritual and healing focus, reinforcing the theme of divine guidance in personal improvement. The featured interview with LaMia Shepherd of Akron, Ohio, linked in the original article, suggests an uplifting local story of resilience and forgiveness, echoing the biblical reference to Matthew 18:21-35 about forgiveness found in the image OCR. Forgiveness is a powerful theme contributing to emotional healing and personal growth. Stepping out of comfort zones is a key element in many self-development stories and spiritual journeys. According to psychological research, embracing discomfort can lead to significant growth, resilience, and fulfillment. Faith and spirituality often provide the framework and strength to undertake such challenges. Incorporating gratitude towards God and acknowledging divine plans are common themes in stories of transformation, reflecting trust in a higher purpose even amid uncertainty. Such narratives resonate with readers looking for encouragement in their own healing processes. To deepen the value of this article, readers might benefit from exploring related topics like strategies for mental and emotional healing, ways to strengthen faith during tough times, and personal anecdotes of overcoming challenges through spirituality. Including practical tips on embracing change and forgiveness can also increase the article’s usefulness and authority. Overall, this article contributes to a broader conversation around healing, faith, and personal transformation, encouraging others to share their stories authentically while supporting each other in growth journeys.

1 comment

Related posts

What Nobody Told Me About Becoming a First-Time Mom
Nobody really prepares you for how much motherhood changes everything. Not just emotionally — but mentally, physically, and practically too. I recently published my first Substack article sharing part of my journey through becoming a first-time mom, navigating postpartum overwhelm, and learni
Taiana 🍳

Taiana 🍳

1 like

Tegwyth Alderson-Taber and a man stand smiling in front of a large 'SURVIVOR' logo, illustrating an article about fans building an off-screen community for the show.
A man, identified as Ryan, sits on dark rocks by the ocean, extending his arm, accompanying text about how his Survivor obsession introduced Tegwyth to the show.
Tegwyth Alderson-Taber, a Survivor influencer, wears a cap and buff while holding a small statue, representing her role in the fan community as described in the article.
I’m in a rolling stone article!!!
Literally one of the coolest things ever! It also features some of my favorite survivor people like @Lauren Ashley Beck, @Teeny Chill, survivor brooklyn South, and of course Fruity Island! Link in bio to read the whole thing! @Rolling Stone @Survivor #realitytv #cbssurvivor #survivor #surviv
Tegwyth

Tegwyth

2 likes

🍃 First-of-the-Month Ritual Ideas 🌿✨
Looking for a gentle way to welcome a new month? In my newest article, you’ll discover: 🤎 The famous cinnamon doorway ritual 🌿 Herbs traditionally associated with abundance & prosperity 🕯️ Cozy monthly rituals 🍵 Intention tea ideas 🏡 Ways to bring more peace and joy into your home Save t
Rola Essence

Rola Essence

0 likes

I created my first article about shadow work🙏❤️
When you feel ready, and the time feels right, gently invite yourself to explore the parts of you that are hidden in the shadows. There is no rush, no expectation—only the call to connect with what lies beneath the surface. Reflect on this: • What pain or fear am I holding that longs t
lotuseyestudio

lotuseyestudio

2 likes

A man and a woman smile and hold up packages of KLOXXADO Nasal Spray. The man wears sunglasses and sticks out his tongue, while the woman has colorful braids and sunglasses on her head, appearing to be at a music festival.
A photo of me was in a USA Today article!
A photo of me from Bonnaroo 2022 was featured in a USA Today article about Narcan at music festivals. My photo is even the link thumbnail! I am proud to have volunteered to carry Narcan all weekend at Bonnaroo 2022. My thought process was, if someone near me overdoses at this festival and needs h
moonglow

moonglow

167 likes

Weekly Article: Learning a New Language to Keep Your Brain Healthy!
Neuroscience research suggests that learning a new language can support brain health in people across a wide range of ages and experience levels. But how exactly does it help? Does the specific language matter? How fluent do we need to be to reap those cognitive benefits? Can it truly support cogni
theclairamemag

theclairamemag

2 likes

A white background with black text titled "things that helped me shift out of depression" from "NOONESATCHING'S SUBSTACK," with a subtitle "one day at a time, one foot in front of the other."
A white background with black text offering advice on mental health, emphasizing patience, allowing low days, and continuously moving forward.
A white background with black text describing the author's personal struggle with depression from age 17 to 24 and the process of shifting out of a dark state.
my first substack article
check out my first substack article to read my list of things that helped me shift out of depression. these things helped me, maybe they can help you too! 💛 #writersoflemon8 #substacknewsletter #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness
nooneswatching

nooneswatching

0 likes

A black chess king piece stands prominently on a chessboard, surrounded by other scattered chess pieces. The image serves as a visual for an article titled 'Practical Ways to Tell the Difference between Strategy and Manipulation' from @theclairamemag.
Text on a white background defines strategy as outcome-centered and objective, while manipulation is people-centered, relies on make-believe, and aims to control for personal gain, from @theclairamemag.
Text on a white background states that strategy respects consent and uses clear reasoning, while manipulation undermines the right to refuse, from @theclairamemag.
Weekly Article: Strategy vs. manipulation?
Ok, I’m a strategist, but I’m not manipulative. And many manipulators I have encountered have no idea what true strategy is. At the link in bio, I put together an in-depth yet practical analysis that reveals how to distinguish manipulation from strategy, with both concepts and everyday scenario
theclairamemag

theclairamemag

6 likes

MY FIRST DEADLINE ARTICLE
I made it to Deadline!!! The world premiere of my debut feature film is happing on December 8th at The Regal at Union Square! My film is called Sergeant Pickle Breath and The Rooftop Warriors. I made this movie with basically no money nor any crew. I can’t believe it got mentioned in Deadline.
Jarrett Jung

Jarrett Jung

0 likes

MY FIRST MAGAZINE ARTICLE & INTERVIEW ✨
Y’all please notate this for when I’m posing for Vogue and having my interview for them , something positive too 😂 🫡🤗😊😊🤣😌😌‼️‼️
M Y I S H A    L U X E 💖

M Y I S H A L U X E 💖

4 likes

Taylor Swift performs on stage, singing into a microphone, with text overlaying the image. The text reads: "Newsweek Reporter Bashes Taylor Swift Saying Girls Need a Better Role Model" and "Taylor Swift is no stranger to online criticism from the media. Earlier today I saw an article from Newsweek...". The Lemon8 logo and a Substack URL are also visible.
Would this article exist if she was a man?
Is Taylor Swift a good role model? Newsweek seems to think she isn’t. Here’s me, using their own words, to prove how they’re wrong. https://open.substack.com/pub/spookysleuth/p/newsweek-reporter-bashes-taylor-swift?r=1uaii8&utm_medium=ios #taylorswift #celebrities #popculture
Tara Marie

Tara Marie

6 likes

Article on Multiple news outlets in USA. 🌸🍋🌸🍋🌸🍋🌸
Dare to Dream Big: Article on Multiple news outlets in USA. #mbakhtbooks #Lemon8Diary #mbakht #bakhtbooks #thebakht
Mujahid Bakht

Mujahid Bakht

8 likes

Read Article on my Patreon for Free ( link in bio)
https://www.patreon.com/posts/151465019?utm_campaign=postshare_creator
Dr Cheryll Holmes PhD  PsyD

Dr Cheryll Holmes PhD PsyD

3 likes

Check out my article
💖 Cancer‑Related / Health Support #CancerSupport #FightCancer #CancerAwareness #SurvivorStrong #HopeHeals https://hellocypress.com/houston-methodist-breast-cancer-survivor-gives-back-to-those-still-in-the-fight/
Lrgsparadiseofstylesliaxjewels

Lrgsparadiseofstylesliaxjewels

0 likes

Learn Spanish nouns with their article
#spanishforbeginners #spanishforenglishspeakers #dailyspanishlessons #spanishlanguage #spanishforeveryday ​
MsD - Spanish for beginners

MsD - Spanish for beginners

4 likes

A news article titled 'Sedona woman shot dead in domestic fight' is displayed, with an overlay stating 'THE FIRST NEWS ARTICLE ON MY MOTHERS MURDER'. The article details a domestic violence incident involving Stephanie Marie Wasilishin. A Lemon8 watermark is visible.
The first news article on my mothers murder
The first article #murder #fyp #newsarticle Cave Creek
Nikki

Nikki

9 likes

Though Luna couldn’t place it into words, she had always remembered an article s
Amaris 🌙

Amaris 🌙

4 likes

Taylor Swift article?
I saw this article from US Weekly talking about Taylor Swift after the Eras Tour. Honestly, it kind of rubbed me the wrong way…the way it immediately started speculating about having kids? I understand it’s a question since women have a “biological clock,” but I don’t think it’s necessary for peopl
meili_zzz

meili_zzz

65 likes

My first article on medium
Check out my first article on medium.com https://bit.ly/3WkcXaO #medium #hope #antibullying #love #lifelessons
Isolde Nieves

Isolde Nieves

0 likes

People Magazine Article
Thank you People and Hannah Sacks!! https://people.com/rickey-smiley-finds-connection-to-late-son-through-comedy-exclusive-11735352
Rickey Smiley

Rickey Smiley

32 likes

WE’RE FEATURED IN A YAHOO! LIFE ARTICLE W/ BEYONCE
📣MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT 📣 ShadedbyShanell has been featured in a Yahoo!Life article! 🙌🏽 Here’s a message from our CEO: i want to start this message off with saying, GOD - THANK YOU! thank You for this feature, thank You for this gift, & thank You for trusting me with the vision You have given m
Shanell

Shanell

10 likes

Taylor swift article?
#swifte #Tay
Lemon8er

Lemon8er

2 likes

#BEAUTIFULNATIONALNEWSPAPERARTICLEPHOTOJOCHIMELERO
#26SUCCESFULYEARSPMTSINTLPASARELAMODELSTALENT SIEMPRE RECUERDA QUE CARAS VEMOS PERO CORAZONES Y PROBLEMAS PSICOLOGICOS NO SABEMOS!! #IMTALIFETIMEACHIEVEMENTAWARD2003 #SAGAFTRAPRESTIGIOUSACTORUNION #STYLINGHAIRCUTMAKEUPLUISALFREDO FASHIONOUTFITSFIORUCCI MODELDROSEINTLIVELISSEALVEZ ELBIENAVEN
PASARELA CHARLIE 2025

PASARELA CHARLIE 2025

1 like

US Weekly Meghan Markle Article
The media is definitely putting out more of a separation vibe between Harry and Meghan. I wonder if this article is saying anything different. Do you believe all the propaganda put out about them? #meghanmarkle #meghan #princeharry #britishroyalfamily #usweekly #celebritynews #celebr
EternalWomenInc

EternalWomenInc

44 likes

My Article is Published 🙌
Finding Zen: A 911 Journey has finally dropped in Sight Magazine. The article and photos are mine and marks a special day for me. Super excited for this one. Check it out at Sight-mag.com Volume 12 Find my work on Instagram 👉VisionsDrop https://sight-mag.com/products/sight-012 #porsche9
Billy Hawks

Billy Hawks

1 like

The image features the title 'QUIET LUXURY' by Jonathan Goodley for Evadne Elore, with text defining the concept. It shows a luxurious setting with multiple cocktail glasses, including martinis, and a lit candle on a reflective surface, embodying comfort and extravagance.
EVADNE ELORE ARTICLE — QUIET LUXURY
Follow Evadne Elore on Instagram for so much more fashion content!! Jonathan Goodley shared his take on what Quiet Luxury is. Comment below your take on the lifestyle. #quietluxury #quietluxurystyle #evadneelore
Danielle Goodley

Danielle Goodley

35 likes

Check out my Article
https://medium.com/@sabrinawrenn/the-shadow-work-no-one-talks-about-when-you-start-healing-you-lose-people-39300b04a3c7 #shadowwork #new #fyp #article
Sabrina

Sabrina

10 likes

An article about the titanic
#theguy #comedyvideo #funnyvideos #randomhumor #jokes
The Guy

The Guy

8 likes

A newspaper clipping featuring an article about Warren Woods Tower High School's Marketing program. The bylines of student writers Jewel Jhons and Rebekah Stroebe are circled in red.
I co-wrote a newspaper Article?!
So... Back in highschool, I co-wrote a newspaper Article for my county's local newspaper. My mom still has it and found it while looking through her stuff. How cool!! 😁 #newspaper #journalism #journaling #writing #lemon8
Rebekah 💰❤️🌺

Rebekah 💰❤️🌺

3 likes

Check out our first Magazine Article ‼️
We are so honored and excited to be featured in Homewood Star! Check out our write up on HomewoodStar.com 🫶🏽 📍815 Greensprings Highway Homewood Alabama 35209 -directly across the street from Ollie’s & McDonalds ⏰11AM-11PM FRI & SAT ONLY 💻CookiePlug.com to order directly 📞(205)572
Cookie Plug Bham

Cookie Plug Bham

0 likes

Check out my Latest Substack Article 🤍💕
Check out my latest article on Substack and my update for The Death Tribe. Im really looking into curating a space where we can come together to learn how to grieve, honor the things/people that have past and find our roots again through remembrance. As my business motto says "Where remembering
Hey_its_Mia🌸💚🩷🩵

Hey_its_Mia🌸💚🩷🩵

0 likes

A frustrated woman with glasses looks at her laptop, with text stating her client thought her self-written article sounded like AI.
A woman with glasses rests her head on her hand, looking at her laptop, with text explaining that ChatGPT phrasing leaked into her edits unnoticed.
A woman with glasses holds a mug, looking thoughtfully away, with text explaining that AI detectors flag patterns, which even manual edits can trigger.
i edited my AI article by hand and it still flagged as AI 😭
Let me just lay it out, since I know a bunch of you are running into the same wall. I wrote an article using ChatGPT. Didn't just copy and paste either - I went in, tore the thing apart, rewrote paragraphs, swapped out the examples, made it sound like me. It took real work. Then, right befor
Hover

Hover

1 like

Just uploaded my very first Substack article ✨🥹
Sharing something close to my heart and it feels so special to finally put it out there. Here’s a little preview 👀 — if you’d like to read the full piece, let me know and I’ll drop the link 💌 https://open.substack.com/pub/gigimindset/p/the-silent-wound-how-my-relationship?r=6dwcjk&utm_mediu
thexogigi

thexogigi

0 likes

Article Practitioners a Global ledger of Functions
https://www.tumblr.com/wintercharliebreshna/817615700916060160/the-worlds-practitioners-a-global-ledger-of-human?source=share Auburn Robie Point Pollock Pines Placerville #Article #Practitioners a #global #ledger of #Functions
Amish DSc. Author Winter.

Amish DSc. Author Winter.

0 likes

Check out my latest article...
Check out my latest article: Project Management’s Hardest Lesson - The Hidden Side of Project Management When Corporate Politics Runs the System https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/project-managements-hardest-lesson-hidden-side-when-abraham-6osec via @LinkedIn  #ProjectManagement #ProgramManagemen
Abraham ZavalaQ

Abraham ZavalaQ

0 likes

Article II, Section 4, NOW!!!
#kakistocracy #democrats #followers #foryoupage❤️ #politicstiktok
dragon slayer ll

dragon slayer ll

4 likes

Travel article you would like
Here are some ideas that you absolutely must have for your next trip. you will thank me later!🤭 #travel #traveling #travelhack #ideas #fyp
Jessie Rodrigue

Jessie Rodrigue

7 likes

Weekly article: Noises as sleep-aids?
This article is here to provide clear, practical information, not to promote sound-sleep-aid as a "2026 viral must-have". What works for someone else might not work for you in the same way. I personally can’t sleep with any type of sound; I need earplugs. Experiment, listen closely, and u
theclairamemag

theclairamemag

10 likes

A woman smiles, holding a tablet displaying an eWellness Magazine article titled 'It's Time to Listen to Your Gut'. She is surrounded by various health and wellness products. The image announces their first article is live in eWellness Magazine, promoting holistic wellness.
The Article Is Here! 🔥🔥
https://wellnessmasterclub.ewellnessmag.com/it-s-time-to-listen-to-your-gut-all-it-needs-is-support-ff-2026-340-gut-blaster-beautiful/ Grow Strong 💪🏽 Gut First GutBlasterbyBeautiful.com
Beautifull

Beautifull

0 likes

Come check out my newest article
Did I leave anything out? I'm so excited for this opportunity! Advice for the younger women out here! Trying to figure it all out! #advice #womensucceed #life #dating
Beautiful Creations 4U

Beautiful Creations 4U

0 likes

A person kneels in a dimly lit room, with text overlay "Surviving Evangelicalism: Growing up inside the movement that is shaping your headlines." The Lemon8 logo and a Substack link are at the bottom.
A dark, blurred background with white text quoting, "Growing up in fundamentalist evangelicalism, time moves at a different pace. You're not encouraged to explore the world; instead, you're warned against it."
A dark, blurred background with white text quoting, "Leaving cost me more than I ever thought possible. It meant losing my community, family, and the future I'd envisioned."
Check out my article
I was once someone who consumed documentaries on escaping cults. Media would sensationalize it in a way that allowed me to be distant and unattached. Until these documentaries started showing people, practices and places I was familiar with. #cult #survivor #deconstruction #deconstructingr
Stephanie Jo

Stephanie Jo

4 likes

A man with dark hair and a beard, wearing a grey suit, light blue shirt, and dark blue tie, looks directly at the viewer with wide eyes. Behind him are the American flag and a dark blue flag with yellow elements. This image is associated with discussions about Kash Patel.
READ THE ARTICLE, NOT JUST THE HEADLINE
READ THE ARTICLE AND SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE UNBIASED ARTICLES https://open.substack.com/pub/shellymeyerauthor/p/is-kash-patel-qualified-to-head-the?r=1rw1u9&utm_medium=ios #fyp #foryou #foryoupage #kashpatel #fbi #donaldtrump
Shelly Meyer

Shelly Meyer

4 likes

A top-down view of a white planter filled with various green succulents and moss. Overlay text reads "7 Best Ways To Heal Etiolated, Leggy, and Sickly Succulents" by Jessica Achillea, with her Lemon8 handle and website.
7 Best Ways to Heal Sick Succulents Article!
Link in bio to read :) 7 Best Ways to Heal Etiolated, Leggy, and Sickly Succulent Plants https://byjessicachillea.com/7-best-ways-to-help-heal-etiolated-leggy-and-sickly-succulent-plants/ #article #blog #Succulents #byjessicachillea
By Jessica Achillea

By Jessica Achillea

2 likes

5 Reasons You Should Date Yourself First
A few years ago during my time as a life coach I spent most of my time listening to countless hours of women struggling in the area of dating. The women from all walks of life told different stories but the result was still the same. Guy meets girl. Girl falls for the guy and guess what? It’s over!
Adrianna White

Adrianna White

2 likes

We made it to our first article
If you would’ve told me years ago that God would use my story and this ministry to encourage other young adults in their faith, I wouldn’t have believed you. But here we are. 🤍 I had the honor of being featured in an article with Grateful Heart Company sharing about Bible study, community, and t
GIRL’S GIRL FELLOWSHIP 🫶🏼🔥

GIRL’S GIRL FELLOWSHIP 🫶🏼🔥

1 like

My newest article is officially LIVE!
My newest article is officially LIVE in Brainz Magazine 💜 “When Does the Healing Work Stop? The Truth Is, It Doesn’t.” Healing isn’t a destination — it’s a relationship with yourself that evolves as you do. In this piece, I share the deeper truth about growth, accountability, and why the journey
🔮Divine Time Healing💫

🔮Divine Time Healing💫

1 like

See more