Release by Sha’ Givens, author of “Sex and the Single Church Sister”

About Sha’ Givens

Shá Givens is a world renown inspirational speaker, minister and trainer on women’s issues that affect the lives of women and girls globally. She has been featured in ESSENCE Magazine and Gospel Today Magazine, as well as appear on a host of television shows and news programs around the country.

She is the author of three books, which include: THROUGH THE STORM, I AM WOMAN Walking in God’s Divine Purpose, and SEX and the SINGLE CHURCH SISTER: How To Keep Your Dress On When You Want To Take It Off. Her upcoming book, entitled WAITING FOR JOSEPH: Revelations of a Love Affair Worth Waiting For, is currently in production and due for release in the Summer of 2012. Givens is also a playwright who delivers live musical theatre through stage plays such as “Through The Storm” and her hit Christmas theatrical production “The Gift.”

She is the founder of a humanitarian organization called I CAN FLY International where she serves as the Founder of the I CAN FLY High School and the Butterfly Project that helps rescue and house young girls who are victims of child marriage, female genital mutilation and child slavery in Kenya East- Africa. Givens is the recipient of several local and international awards for her efforts to change the plight of women, children and youth facing injustice around the globe.

For more information on Sha’ Givens humanitarian efforts and books visit us on-line at www.shagivensspeaks.com and www.icanflyinternational.org

Guest Post

Why is writing a form of personal therapy? The answer is simple. “YOU ARE ALLOWED TO RELEASE”

RELEASE

Growing up in a household filled with conflict and domestic violence often left me feeling powerless as a child. “Shhhh!” I would say to my heart. The family battles I witnessed on an ongoing basis should remain a secret. “Who would believe me anyway, I thought.” After all, I was only a child who resembled the perfect upbringing in the neighborhood I grew up in. Back in those days most people assumed domestic violence doesn’t happen in an upper middle class family, at least not the ones who are highly respected and adored within their inner-circles. Of course I was unable to physically protect my loved ones but I could use the power of a pencil from my third grade teacher to use my voice. It was the best weapon I had. Writing became my voice.

Today, I encourage others to use the power of the pen in an effort to release everything that renders them powerless. Most people I encounter on a daily basis are in need of some type of emotional, physical or mental release. Our daily lives are often filled with situations and drama that cause us stress, worry and uneasiness. Writing can be used as a therapeutic method to release the thoughts, emotions and feelings we would otherwise allow to fester in our hearts, minds and souls. The written word allows us to say things we would normally keep secret. The written words jotted down on the pages of our computers and personal journals do not have the power to judge which leaves us a safe place to vent.

As an avid writer I have found my most peaceful moments displayed on the page of a book. Why? No one can tell me how I should feel, think or respond to a particular situation. A pen and the page which tells my most intimate stories have become the main stage in a fictitious theatre I am summoned to perform. Every thought from the depth of my soul has a place to be free and release. If there is something you need to release today, write it…

About Sex and the Single Church Sister

SEX AND THE SINGLE CHURCH SISTER explores the real life challenges facing single, contemporary women in the new millennium. This faith-based relationship and wellness guide offers insight on key issues few dare to speak candidly about. What happens after the church lights go out? We’ll talk about it. Desiring intimacy, battling loneliness and overcoming emotional hurdles while in pursuit of Mr. Right remain at the forefront of the struggle. This uncut, non-fiction masterpiece includes practical tips on how to avoid sexual pitfalls, as well as discuss The most common mistakes women make while choosing a mate and more…