Hello beautiful people, I'm sending in greetings with warm hugs to you all because there's love in sharing they said. Today you're going to read more about what actually occupied my inner circle.
Let's begins from saying that
The questions I'm exploring today feel like opening a treasure chest I've been collecting from my entire life:
What do I love most deeply? What makes me feel most alive? What fills my heart to overflowing? These aren't just questions about preferences - they're invitations to honor the parts of me that light up the world and understand what makes my soul sing.
What strikes me most about this fifth day is how it connects my loves to my purpose.
By exploring what fills my heart, I'm not just listing things I enjoy - I'm discovering the threads that weave together to create the tapestry of who I am. It's like looking at everything that makes me smile and saying "This is what makes life worth living."
Dear Lover Me,
What people, activities, or experiences make me feel most alive?
I am deeply in love with the feeling I get when I'm giving a helping hand to someone in need.
There's something about this that feels like it was woven into the very fabric of who I am - like I was born with this energy to serve others. When I'm helping someone, I'm not just doing something kind; I'm being exactly who God created me to be.
I feel most alive when I'm dancing, letting the music move through me and forgetting about everything else.
There's pure joy in those moments when my body is expressing what my heart feels. I also come alive when I'm motivating people not to give up - when I can see someone's eyes light up with renewed hope because of something I said or did.
The people who bring out the absolute best in me are my family and loved ones, my mentor, and my dearest friends.
These are the people who see me
completely and love me anyway, who challenge me to grow while accepting exactly who I am right now. In their presence, I feel safe to be vulnerable, encouraged to dream big, and empowered to become the person I'm meant to be.
What leaves me feeling recharged rather than drained is any experience where I can pour love into others and see it make a difference.
Whether it's a conversation that helps someone through a tough time, a moment of celebration where I can share in someone's joy, or simply being present with someone who needs to know they're not alone - these experiences fill my cup rather than empty it.
What could I talk about for hours without getting bored?
My heart feels full when someone asks me about how God saved my life in 2014. I light up because this story is a living proof of God's faithfulness in my life. I could talk about this experience endlessly because it's not just a story - it's the foundation of my faith and the reason I believe so deeply in miracles.
I find myself naturally drawn to reading about growth and building finances. There's something exciting about learning how to become better, how to develop myself, and how to create financial stability. I'm genuinely curious about my own growth journey - what I'm becoming, how I'm changing, and what God is doing in my life.
What brings me peace and contentment?
I could spend forever in those deep conversations with my mentor. There's something about having someone who truly sees me, guides me, and speaks wisdom into my life that brings such profound peace.
When I had that 2-hour conversation with my mentor, I felt like I was exactly where I was supposed to be.
When I need to recharge, the first person I reach out to is my mentor. There's something about their presence and wisdom that grounds me and reminds me of who I am and where I'm going.
Simple pleasures that consistently bring me joy include listening to music, letting the melodies wash over me and lift my spirits, celebrating with others sharing in their victories and happiness, and putting a smile on someone else's face. These moments remind me that joy is meant to be shared.
What makes me feel grounded and centered is remembering that I'm not alone in this journey. I have people who love me, a God who guides me, and a purpose that's bigger than my circumstances. When I focus on these truths, everything else falls into perspective.
What makes me feel grateful to be alive?
My heart feels full when I think about experiences like attending some Growth masterclasses within my state.
I remember thinking "I'm so glad I'm here for this" - grateful for the opportunity to learn, to grow, to be surrounded by people who are also committed to becoming better versions of themselves.
What I find miraculous and beautiful about being human is our capacity to love beyond ourselves. The way we can feel someone else's pain as if it were our own, the way we can sacrifice for others without expecting anything in return, the way we can find hope even in the darkest moments - these are the things that convince me we're made in God's image.
What makes me feel connected to something bigger than myself is my relationship with God. Through Him, I understand that my life has purpose, that my love has meaning, and that I'm part of a beautiful story that's much larger than just my individual existence.
What do I love that others might not understand?
I am deeply in love with the joy of having my loved ones around me. While others might take this for granted or see it as ordinary, I treasure every moment I get to spend with the people who matter most to me.
I'm a leader even in school, and I derive genuine joy from serving my people. Others might find leadership burdensome or stressful, but for me, it's a privilege. I love being able to serve, to make decisions that help others, to be someone people can count on.
What I appreciate that most people overlook are the little gestures - the small things people do for me. A text checking in, a smile when I'm having a tough day, someone remembering something I mentioned in passing. These little things matter deeply to me because they show that I'm seen and valued.
What makes me feel different from others in a positive way is my natural inclination to serve and help. While others might focus on what they can get, I find my greatest joy in what I can give. This isn't something I had to learn - it's something that flows naturally from who I am.
How do I express love to others?
My heart feels full when I can go all out for someone I care about. When I love someone, I don't hold back - I give my whole heart, my time, my energy, my attention. I show appreciation and affection through caring and checking up on people, making sure they know they're not forgotten.
So we can say that My love languages are words of affirmation, actions, and quality time. I express love by speaking encouragement and truth into people's lives, by doing things that make their lives easier or better, and by giving them my undivided attention when they need it.
I make others feel valued and cared for by being fully present with them, by remembering the things that matter to them, by showing up consistently in both good times and challenging ones. I make sure they know that their happiness matters to me and that I'm invested in their success and well-being.
How can I make more space for these loves in my daily life?
Looking honestly at my life, I realize that while helping others comes naturally to me, I sometimes give so much that I forget to nurture the relationships and activities that fill my own cup. I want to be more intentional about making space for dancing, for those deep conversations with my mentor, for the music that brings me joy.
The Transformation
When I make space for these loves, I become more energized, more authentic, and more effective in serving others.
My relationship with God deepens, my connections with loved ones grow stronger, and my capacity to help others expands because I'm operating from a place of fullness rather than emptiness.
My heart feels full when I remember that loving and serving others isn't separate from caring for myself - they're connected. When I honor what fills my heart, I have more heart to give to others.
What surprises me about reflecting on what I love?
How much of what I love is centered around people and service. I thought I might discover more individual interests, but I realize that I'm wired for connection and contribution.
Even my love for dancing and music becomes more meaningful when I can share it with others or use it to bring joy to someone's day.
What also surprises me is how much my relationship with God and my mentors shapes everything else I love. They're not just separate categories - they're the foundation that makes all my other loves possible and meaningful.
This is my life story, a testament to the joy of serving others, the beauty of meaningful relationships, and the God who created me with such a heart for helping and healing.
And today I discovered that I was made to love through service - to find my greatest joy in lifting others up, my deepest peace in meaningful connections, and my truest self in the simple act of giving a helping hand.
You're reading from your handsome friend johnpetra!!
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