We did a psychology activity with the girls about this while we were there.

emotions- raw, immediate physical and chemical reactions that happen in the body, feelings- personal and can be shaped by your thoughts, experiences, and culture.

Coming back people have asked me my favorite or most impactful thing from the trip and I honestly have to say that it was watching the girls in Ecuador and the girls in my group from US choose to have feelings of joy, optimism and importance amongst the past hurt or trauma they had been through.

Nehemiah 8:10 ("the joy of the Lord is your strength"), Romans 15:13 ("May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace

The last month we were working at Dunamis and the girls lived up to the name representing power, ability, and potential. Restoration and healing was happening before our eyes through art, devotionals, horseback riding, education classes and jujitsu. But the true restoration was happening as they realized their full potential that God had in store from them and had reached an understanding of the the Fathers heart. Feeling of more than just happiness came about but rather true genuine joy.

This image is an emotion wheel. Which emotions are you having and which feelings are you choosing?

you can see some of the emotions I have had lately lol so don’t be scared to be vulnerable.

I still have a little over a 1,000 left to raise if you feel lead to donate. Appreciate all the prayers and support. Happy Thanksgiving everyone:)

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