you’re not too much. the room was just too small.

you keep calling it loyalty, but it’s really fear.

you’re shrinking yourself for people who only clap when you stay small.

you’ve been trying to earn a seat

at a table God already flipped in your spirit.

you’re not “too much.”

you were just always meant to challenge what they tried to normalize.

you don’t need a new outfit.

you don’t need to water down your words.

you need to remember who you are — and why you were sent.

God didn’t call you to blend in.

He called you to disrupt.

so stop explaining your growth.

stop negotiating your worth.

stop asking for what you were born to carry.

because baby… the table?

you are the table.

drop a 🪑 if you’re done begging for seats you were born to flip.

#believeingod #faith #healing #womanofgod #fyp

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2025/6/3 Edited to

... Read moreIn today's fast-paced world, many individuals, especially women of faith, often feel the need to minimize their true selves to fit in. This article serves as a powerful reminder that being 'too much' is a perception rooted in societal expectations. The phrase 'stop begging for tables you were called to flip' resonates deeply, urging readers to reclaim their power and assert their presence. Faith plays a crucial role in this journey of self-acceptance. It encourages you to see beyond fear and limitations that others may impose on you. Instead of shrinking yourself, focus on growing into the person you were destined to be. Remember, God calls each of us to disrupt the norm, not to conform. In embracing your true identity, you affirm that your voice matters and that your contributions are valuable, regardless of how others perceive them. As you navigate this journey, gather strength from your community, share experiences, and inspire one another. Empower yourself to set boundaries and know that you deserve to occupy space unapologetically. Embrace growth, authenticity, and the divine purpose assigned to you.

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