I’m going to be completely real with you—there was a version of my life where I felt like I was running a race on a treadmill. I was working hard, I was praying, and fasting felt like punishment. Everything changed when I stopped trying to 'hustle' my way into my future and started fasting my way into it.
I’m pulling back the curtain on my personal journals to show you how fasting and prayer changed everything for me— and how it can do the same for you.
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TRANSCRIPT
I used to think I was the only one who felt this way... that fasting was a punishment.
Back in 2013, I understood the theory of fasting. I knew the benefits. But a consistent routine? That wasn't me. When I tried to fast, I performed woefully.
My head ached, I felt dizzy, and honestly, it felt like I was being punished. So, I stopped.
But then, my Pastor announced a new fasting regimen for our church. My heart actually sank. My youngest baby was only 12 months old, and my body was still transitioning. But I was determined. I had heard about the physical benefits, but I was hungry for the spiritual ones.
I jumped in. And poof! My life transformed. This became my introduction to this dedicated lifestyle.
In this episode I’m sharing how fasting took me from a clumsy, tired mum to a travel journalist, top-tier student and today a psychotherapist, and the exact techniques I used to survive the process.
POINT 1: CLARITY OF PURPOSE
The first thing fasting gave me was divine direction. At the time, I thought I wanted to launch a radio program. I was thinking locally.
But as I fasted, God’s imagination took over mine. Through the Holy Spirit, I felt a pull to go back to university for a Post graduate in Guidance and counselling then a Master's in Counselling. My first degree was in English Language, and I was happy with the opportunities it offered me including teaching, marketing and sales but God knew the work I am doing today required that degree.
I always say I 'stumbled' into my career, but the truth is, I fasted and prayed into it. Fasting gives you eyes to see the path God has already paved for you.
POINT 2: DOORS YOU DIDN’T EVEN KNOCK ON
"Fasting opens your inner eyes and then opens physical doors.
While I was finishing my university assignments, I got a random phone call. A family friend who founded a travel magazine had an invitation for an all-expenses-paid safari tour in another country. He couldn’t go, and he asked if I would represent the magazine as a destination reporter.
I told him I couldn't afford it. He said, 'Everything is paid for. Just bring yourself.'
And that trip led to another then another, so for years, I became a travel journalist, visiting countries I never dreamed of. The Holy Spirit knows what you will enjoy! When you fast and speak in tongues, the Spirit of God intercedes for you.
As it says in Romans 8:26, 'the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans.' A fasted life releases blessings that are hanging over you in the spirit but are being hindered by powers of darkness. Remember what Jesus said? 'This kind goes out only by prayer and fasting.'"
POINT 3: DIVINE ACADEMIC ACCELERATION
"You would think a mum of two toddlers, working and traveling, would struggle in Graduate School.
But during that season of fasting, I had the highest GPA in my post-graduate class. I was no longer clumsy or easily tired. I had mental clarity and high memory recollection. I honestly didn't know how I did it all—but looking back, I see it so clearly now: it was by God's grace and through divine favor with my professors, that I was able to finish so strong.
I even met an old classmate at a bank who introduced me to high-yield bonds—opportunities I didn't even know existed were literally walking up to me."
THE COPING STRATEGIES: HOW TO SURVIVE THE FAST
"If you want to start this, you need a strategy. Here is how I managed the fatigue and the cravings:
Hydrate Smart: I drank lots of juice. It kept my energy up and stopped the dizziness. If you can do water only, great. If not, use juice to keep your brain fueled.
Prayer is the Fuel: Fasting without prayer is just a 'starvation diet.' I made sure I had active times to study the bible and pray in the Holy Ghost.
The Digital Fast: I cut off movies, social media, and unnecessary chatting.
Manage the Headache: Headaches usually come from caffeine withdrawal or dehydration. Ease into it, drink water, and get proper rest.
Listen to Your Body: Sleep when you can. Rested discernment is sharper than exhausted prayer.
Fellowship with other believers:" Engaged with other Christians in prayer meetings in my church/community.
CONCLUSION
"Fasting is not about 'earning' God's love. It’s about tuning your frequency to His station. It changed my life from 'clumsy and tired' to 'clear and thriving.'
If this inspired you, subscribe and share this. I want to hear in the comments—are you ready to start a fasting routine this month?
Until the next episode—Stay beautiful. Stay confident. And stay prayed up.
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