Matters of the Heart with Roshonda

Oh, the World. Some people think it’s a wonderful place and others, well…they have their own say about it. Depending on your view, the world can seem cold, and while it can be…. I realized a couple of years ago, just how cold its negativity can leave us, which lead me to shed a few tears. Let's talk! Scripture References mentioned: Romans 2:21 Do you have a topic you'd like me to discuss...

Friends ‎– how many of us have them? Friends ‎– ones we can depend on Friends ‎– how many of us have them? Friends ‎– before we go any further, let's be Friends... If you grew up in the 80s and loved rap music, then I'm sure you remember the Group Whodini; they had a popular song entitled "Friends." In contrast, the song spoke of the complexities of love and starting a friendsh...

Have you ever gone through life and wondered, "How did I end up being friends with these people?" When you come to that discovery, sometimes - you don't have an answer, and that's when you have to ask yourself. Who are these people, and what is their purpose in my life? Because let's face it, not everyone was meant to make the cut in your life. Let's talk! Do you have...

Have you been a victim of answering emails during your child’s birthday party or while spending some much-needed time with yourself or loved ones? I’ve been there and done that, and you probably have too. In most cases, I’ve been caught between a rock and a hard place in wondering if and should I answer emails from work on the weekends. Well, after years of doing it, I decided a while back to stop...

So, today’s Sunday’s thought is all about our eating utensils. Mainly the fork! You got to know something about me; I love stories, which is good gossip to me. I love reading and sharing them, especially when they have a meaning or moral. And the story I’m going to share today regarding our kitchen utensils. It has a significant one, so get those forks ready, and let’s dig in... It’s short and swe...

Have you ever heard the saying, “You’ve bitten off more than you can chew?” I’m sure you have, and if you’re like me, you’ve done it more times than you care to admit, I know I have numerous times, and I will talk about that and give you a couple of tips that can help you finally PASS THE BUCK! And let’s focus on "US" for a change and NO that is NOT selfish! . A quote to compliment the e...

Now I'm sure we have A LOT of people that we absolutely adore or maybe you used to have these out-of-this-world feelings and a huge crush on a particular celebrity when you were a teen. Now that you've become older and wiser. Maybe those feelings have shifted quite a bit, maybe? Today, I want to speak on two people I had the biggest crush on, I literally idolized them and their existence...

Men, as well as women, can be a little hard-headed and stubborn. Us ladies know we can have our days and ways. But it's one thing we will be more apt to do than men, and that's "visit a doctor!" So, it's time to have a little chat with our men about their prostate health. I will talk about what it is and how our men can potentially avoid getting it. . A resource to complim...

It's SO much going on in the world, like a LOT. From suicides to mass shootings, it's enough to make even the most cheerful heart feel like it doesn't want to JUMP anymore. To be honest this bothers me. Today, I wanted to offer some encouragement to the families that have lost loved ones due to the "recent" mass shootings in Buffalo, NY, and Uvalde, TX.  Come in and let me...

While the months are quickly flying by like a jet and leaving us all with whiplash, what’s suddenly coming up is VACATION TIME! May is here and in full bloom which means the summer months are upon us. It’s the time of year when everyone looks forward to taking maybe one, two, a week, or a month of vacation off from work (well, maybe a month is pushing it just a tad) However, if you’ve been telewor...

Isn’t it easy to trust God and give him a little when you have a little? This means it’s easy for me to give God tithes and offerings, and most of us put a cap on what we offer. Again, we may give no more than fifty dollars to a cause or someone, etc. And we think that’s good. But what if God blessed you with ten thousand dollars and asked you to give it all to him? Would you do it? There’s a lot...

Today’s post discusses my recent discovery of using the H-word on my breakfast favorite. Have you been putting the “H” in your foods? Wanna know what the H is? Come in and see what the H-word is all about, my senses tell me – you may be doing it already. And let’s face it, most of us may have already stumbled, fell, and got back up again on our journey, and it’s okay; there’s still time to get bac...

Today, I will share a word that God gave me when I was praying for some people one night. I was given some names to pray for, as I was praying for them. I began to say, "Lord, they need just one touch from you" – it hit my spirit so hard until that's what I began to profess that God give them a touch. Just like the woman with the issue of blood received when she believed. I pray you...

It's another POP-UP Thursday Tip Edition! It's the time of the season to dust, clean, and put up fresh colors. It's also the season in which everyone wants to go outside to fish or exercise, and guess who the primary partner will be in getting that done - Your feet! Today, let's talk about our feet. I'm going to share a little story regarding my footwear and mention a coup...

It's a POP-UP Thursday Tip Edition! It's that time again! No, I'm not talking about Thursday. I'm talking about taking care of you! I know that saying can be "mindless" to some, but taking care of your mind, body, and soul is key to excellent self-care. Let me give you some tips while we chat on how you can make this a priority in your life now. Do you have a topic yo...

So, does Matters of the Heart with Roshonda do Random? YES..SHE..DOES! But not on purpose; this was literally random. Come on and take a listen! Not an episode, but there's a method to the random madness. . Do you like random? Let me know >> inspirationswithroshonda@gmail.com. . . Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-smithson/cali-sunset . . " Blue...

Now I know the big “C” word is daunting and scares many people. However – I came to a conclusion one day that “I truly needed to talk to someone” Maybe you haven’t realized it, or maybe you have and just hadn’t taken the time to vent out your thoughts about seeking help. Perhaps you think counselors are taboo. Well, let me tell you all about it and give you a couple of tips I learned that could he...

When God deals with me about something, I must be transparent because I’m not perfect. I say things, think things, and have done things in the past that were not God’s thoughts or even aligned with his will. He’s called me to carpet many times, and I have to say, I’ve been in his “principals” office way more times than one should, but God is good, and we all should be thankful when he corrects and...

Are you a social media junkie, like Lay’s potato chips?  Can you not just scroll once and get off?  Do you find yourself on there for hours upon hours?  Do you feel as though you have to respond to everyone’s post?  Do you know more about Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, and TikTok than the people who developed them?  Yes, my friend, you may just need a little help.  Was staying off social...

Have you ever said something just to be saying it or did something just to be doing it? Not knowing the history of the meanings behind the words or the action. You just did it because maybe it was trending, and everybody else was doing it. OR we're just saying it because, well, it's a famous saying, and it's what everyone is saying. Have you sat down and thought about what those wor...

So, everyone knows that water is essential to our bodies.  While we ALL know this, getting the needed amount in our bodies every day can be challenging.  Well, I’ve committed to drinking a gallon a day in the past and fell smooth off the wagon.  However, it’s a new year, and I’m making a comeback.  If you want to commit to drinking more water this year, let me give you some beginning tips that I’v...

So, what are you doing for the New Year? Are you making your to-do list and checking it twice? While this year is just beginning and none of us knows what it may hold (remember 2020? uh-yeah!) However, there is one thing that I want to discuss that we ALL should have on that list of Goals. I'll tell you who or what it is and offer you some, let's say, "New Year" tips to be succ...

Remember the Destiny's Child song 🎵 'I'm a Survivor?' Or does the show survivor come to mind? Well, sometimes, when we're among our families for the holidays, that's precisely what it can seem like, A Survival Course! No worries, Last time I discussed our mental spaces with getting with family for the holidays. In this episode, we're gonna talk about keeping our...

Sometimes I get really discouraged when I look on the internet, the news, or the state of the world. It makes me think, why in the world are people so mean? To be honest, sometimes it could knock the wind out of the most positive person and even make you question God. Today, I talk about ALL this, and even though the world may be off-center, there are things we can do to stay positive in the midst...

New Episode Available Now! Check it out... . Have you run out of gift ideas to give the special people you love? Come find out what they are! Don't know what to get that neighbor, who's been so nice, or that co-worker who had your back? Well, these eight gifts that I've chosen, I'm sure, will help you out, especially if those pockets are slim. . Tips Discussion: Listen to the E...