Lifestyle & Motivation:: Recent Episodes
Arinola Araba
I would like to invite you to change your thinking, begin to expect good things, love and enjoy life! #Mini5
I was invited by PWC to speak at the social mobility, event themed “share moments.” This is an excerpt of my speech recorded on a mobile phone by Bukola John - Kusimo. Thanks
One of the most exciting things I like to do is speak, tell stories, share my life lessons. It happened this week. How was yours?
Rangoli Role Model Show to the Hindu community all over the world. Thanks to Rashik Parmar, Dr Saritha Arunkumar and team for allowing me to post this. Copyright Rangoli Model Show.
Am I even allowed to say this? I was reflecting on something that was not going well not knowing there was a little tweak I had to make. What about you? How do you deal with disappointments?
Yes! Dreams are messages and there are several types of them. They have guided, instructed and led me on so many paths and even warned me of what to avoid. How about you?
I marvel at God’s humour and timely intervention in my life. How do you get ideas to solve problems? I turn to Jesus. You?
What is your purpose, in life? Our first purpose is to worship and honour God as first in our lives. And what do you do that brings meaning? Please share. 😊
It’s a huge responsibility, mark of Grace and favour. It represents a huge jaw dropping acknowledgement and recognition of God’s Hand in my life. May I continue to serve… in Jesus name. Amen 🙏🏿
I now understand that my name goes into the history books of the United Kingdom, in recognition of the work I’ve been doing! Thanks be to God for strengthening me to continue doing the work
Thanks for calling to check in me. I have been in awe of the details of my life that God cares about! I’m thankful that He loves me SO much.
Growing up, we were frequently told in school to obey before we complain. Is there a merit to obeying first? What do you think?
I was attending a Womens’ Day event where every participant was acknowledged! Most of us were given 1 to 2 minutes to speak. I think I'll be attending the next invittion. What a way to honour people! Has this happened to you?
I wouid like to invite you to call out to Jesus. Ask Him a question 🙋🏽♀️ and be amazed at His answer. Let me know how that works for you.
Have you ever asked God to reveal Himself to you? Please do… He answered me! Ask Him. Thanks be to God
I’ve been looking for ways to decide how to grow our current venture. And weighing in on which path to take? How do you do the decision making process?
I share some examples of how things do not quite go to plan and what I do to change the situation.
So, I was presenting a personal finance webinar to some lovely Chinese people on the other side of the world, when the laptop suddenly got stuck. The slides refused to move… We had performed our sound and checks etc before the session. I had to switch my Zoom connection between phone and laptop a few times to keep things moving. And cracking a few jokes helped too. What would you have done in that situation?
This is a tough one for me? It’s easier to recognise when people set boundaries these days. And it’s time I made my boundaries clearer too. How do you deal with this issue?
It’s so much easier to obey… I finally decided to obey the inner voice to get a good result. Thanks for listening 👂 to me every week.
We all hear differently when someone says things we don't like. Is it possible to see those words as a compliment in disguise?
I have realised that writing down a plan helps me focus on my goals. Do you have a plan?
My thanks be to God for His mercy, His favour and grace. He loves and watches over every little detail of our lives. Have you asked Him to reveal Himself? Join me in saying, “Daddy please would you reveal yourself to me?”
If we knew God already had our lives planned out, would we be more at peace? Maybe 🤔, or is it a matter of our trust in Him? What do you think?
Highlights of another year. We are piloting a new board game. What have you been up to?
Wow! I really enjoyed spending time with my brother, sister and nephew - priceless time. I had forgotten how good it was to chat, play and reminisce about our childhood. 😊. Make time for family.
God to me is a deeply loving Father with a big sense of humour. He can’t help himself when it comes to displaying His love. Have you had any encounters with Him?
I’m amused by what our grandma in the digital workshop taught us about asking for things. What do you think?
I hate them and would rather just give in. But I had the opportunity to see conflict from another perspective. What would you do if you were me?
Gratitude opens doors 🚪doesn’t it? Whether we give thanks for the big or small things, it’s so beautiful to give praise to God. He never fails….
I have to admit that even though the idea of accountability made me shiver, I am loving the good kind of it. It’s so good to know that there is a non judgmental person who listens, suggests and helps direct me on the way! What about you?
God encourages us, loves us, remembers us, dances over us and calls us His own. What’s been your experience of Him?
I'm learning that if I do not give up, I will win. What about you? We're you thinking of giving up? Don't!! Talk to someone please if things are too hard for you.
Do you agree? As a man thinketh in his heart so is he? Is anyone diminishing your talents or gifting? What will you do to change your mindset today. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arinola
I said yes to helping a community cause and it opened other opportunities. These opportunities could help more people live well….. I’m so excited about this. What about you? Are you volunteering?
So instead of buying “aso ebi” (dressing in uniform colours at an event) I found a dress 👗 in the house, that I could use instead. I’m so grateful the dress got worn at last! How do you handle aso ebi situations?
What do you do when things don’t work out? Throw in the toilet? Hold on a little longer? Or…
The decision to start something new paid off! It went better than I expected. You? Taking on anything new?
I’m thankful for small things, big things, memories and all….how about taking time to write down what you’re thankful for?
What does scamming people have to do with purpose? Have you been scammed before? How did you handle it?
It’s time to take off the stress and angst and let go! Give it all to God who knows how 😊
I learned that life is more exciting when we are learning and growing. What do you think?
I found a beautiful joy and peace from volunteering! What do you do for fun, or to help others?
I had not realised that sitting down disease was costing us our health! I share my love for Jesus as well.
So meeting Jesus was and is still fun! We have Jesus who is King of all kings and King Charles, for the U.K. I talk about the 2 kings I have met
I learned that instead of making excuses about a task being too big too handle, I could take small chunks at a time. What do you do?
I was challenged this weekend to slow it right down..... Slow down to breathe, catch the important things and value people more. Wow!
God knows everything about the past, present and future! Did you know that??? Connect with me at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arinola
In all things, let’s be thankful! God has got this. A note to self! Https://www.linkedin.com/in/arinola
I’m reminded of the power and importance of relationships. While the world gets flaky and relationships more virtual, let’s put value on our connections 😊. Would you like to be interviewed here? Connect with me at arinola@arinola.com
I’m talking about different money mistakes and learning we make. What did you learn about money?
Do you like or follow instructions? Tell me. My contact is https://www.linkedin.com/in/arinola
I’m talking about how I have been complaining about life instead of being grateful. Do you do this?
Have you asked Him to help you in a crisis? He will come through.... Connect with me here: https://linktr.ee/arinolaa
So there’s no point in worrying about the next few days, just best to take one day at a time. Let’s connect at https://linktr.ee/arinolaa
Just reviewing my priorities after a time away and remembering who I am. You? Connect with me at https://linktr.ee/arinolaa
Gratitude opens many life doors, try it? I'm just reflecting on the things I take for granted 😊
Maybe it's time to stand for something? Here's my recent interview on using your voice: https://youtu.be/YWX2d93_vrE
You lose 100% of the chances you do not take. Here is the event I spoke about. I was speaking at the IWD 2022 Online Conference - Allyship in innovation https://youtu.be/caG2do22MD0 via @YouTube
Thanks for listening o. Please join our book launch with pen to print. Join here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pen-to-print-keep-walking-book-launch-tickets-260185902037
I share some life experiences on the subject of friendships. Be careful who you give permission, to speak into your life!
I share one of the most dangerous discouraging remarks I heard and how my focus changed to purpose. It's the driver for everything. To reach me, email: arinola@arinola.com
Hope 2022 is going well? Still time to create a vision board or write your goals. Want some tips? Connect with me at https://linktr.ee/arinolaa
Do you have a plan for 2022? Do you like vision boards, mood boards or year planners? It's never too late to start. Start today! Connect with me thru https://linktr.ee/arinolaa
God has already gone ahead of us - so it's good. Connect with me on https://linktr.ee/arinolaa
Jesus is the reason for the season. It's a time for gratitude. God bless you. Contact me at https://linktr.ee/arinolaa
He is real and God is The reason for this season 😁 Did you know we are all made like God Almighty! And as such we can all hear Him. Say a prayer today and expect a blessing 🙏🏾😁 My books can be viewed here: http://amazon.com/author/arinola
Did you know we are all made like God Almighty! And as such we can all hear Him. Say a prayer today and expect a blessing 🙏🏾😁 My books can be viewed here: http://amazon.com/author/arinola
Did you know we are all made like God Almighty! And as such we can all hear Him. Say a prayer today and expect a blessing 🙏🏾😁 My books can be viewed here: http://amazon.com/author/arinola
I had a nice reminder to review the plan after watching the story of Serena and Venus Williams. Have you seen the film: “King Richard”? So inspiring it is. Well let us connect at https://linktr.ee/arinolaa
You are free; to live, be bold and walk in purpose! Networking is a powerful tool. Celebrate small and big wins. A note to self! Find me here: https://linktr.ee/arinolaa
It was exciting to attend a wedding! And wait have you all switched from cheques and cash to e-invoucing?
It's been another busy week with my sister and I having our birthdays. I wanted to share my piano 🎹 practice too.
So why not put some spice into your networking? Rephrase your question, ask for more...
So it took a while to learn about assets and liabilities and wisdom of the 50/30/20. The % pot contributions good for Needs/Wants/ Savings & Investmens and Tithes. Try it!
Do you schedule resting, thinking 🤔 time? Maybe it’s not such a bad idea. I get laughed at when I say my bedtime is around 10pm. What’s yours?
What a title? My friend Dolly, invited me to talk on this elusive subject. She wanted me to explain how I managed my “urges” for intimacy. Please take a look at the footage: https://www.facebook.com/dolly.dollybabe/videos/1285372008552283/?d=n
Mainstream media and the celebrity culture compels us to compare ourselves and be like someone else! How about staying the unique way you are and standing out?
You are uniquely created and beautifully crafted for a divine purpose! Do not let anyone limit your potential, by thoughts, words or deed. You are free….
This is an encouragement to keep pushing and staying in your lane. Please! Do not give up. It's coming.... to you. The money course I spoke about is here: Teen Money: www.teenagermoney.com
I am so delighted to be paid for my first singing 🎤 🎶 and piano 🎹 playing gig! What gift have you got, that people want, that you could put a price on?
I was singing and playing the piano 🎹 at my business pitch; and almost got carried away. Has this happened to you? 😂🙏🏿
Someone thought me special enough to nominate me as a Black Hero! I do not remember what I did for them either? 😯 God bless them.
Hi! This week I talk about the challenges surrounding the initiative to demystifying money terms for kids. We just launched an online money course See it here: Teen Money: https://bit.ly/3xect7F
Just checking in with you and being real… I stayed up till late: 2am! I was sending emails as well. A little bit of piano 🎹 practise to tease your ears too.
This is just to say hello. I had to end my recording abruptly as I had company. Anyway, enjoy 😉
How did we get to create a game app? I got connected with a coder through a partnership with a London university. The app is a math game. Download it on the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/money-maths/id1563380514
I’m taking a short break from podcasting as I work on the blog. And maybe you wonder why you were in a rush to get to adulthood? Enjoy
A humourous one today. I share the experiences of stepping in to play the piano 🎹 when the slated artist lost their Zoom connect. Could you be next?
I blame my parents. My daughter and I were selected for a BBC family documentary on a mental health. To see it click on this link. https://youtu.be/oJHOAhE-ajI
Good things happen to those who believe God loves them. I’m so thankful for the opportunities afforded me 🙋🏽♀️🙏🏿
This is a chapter in my book called How Does God Speak which encourages readers to renew a belief in God. It is published on Amazon. https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08376FXNC
How many times do we spend so much energy going after something else when we actually have a better solution? Time to take stock, maybe?
I tell a story about how one woman forgot about depression and overcame it. Listen 🎧 it. Let me know what you think.
I share my own tips for dealing with depression as an answer to question that was asked on social media. We all go through down times and need to know they don’t have to last? Be encouraged to know there’s help! 😊
The appearance of snow brings back many memories; some of my childhood in Oslo; some of snow ❄️ ball games with the children. What does it remind you of? Were you expecting it?
Is there one thing you’ve been meaning to do, planning on learning, starting to pursue? It’s time to get on with it, quite literally! 🙋🏽♀️
There are so many views about what dreams mean. I have personally found them to be exciting and informative ways to receive messages from God. Consider writing ✍️ them down and asking Daddy God for their meanings. Enjoy
Here I’m inviting listeners who know someone suffering because they have had an abortion to contact me, please. I’m compiling people’s stories in a bid to facilitate the healing process. Contact: arinola@arinola.com
I believe we are all fearfully and wonderfully made, exquisitely crafted for a unique purpose. So how do we go about discovering purpose and what stops us from walking in it once we find it? I share some of my life experiences.
I was so humbled and excited to join the business expert panel, sponsored by The Times and Sunday Times with Lloyds bank; to discuss tech adoption. Check out this article with Joe Wicks and me? Here it is: https://www.thetimes.co.uk/spon/joe-wicks-grow-business-with-tech-lloyds/
Are you being approached and asked to join a finance scheme with exceptional returns in exchange for recruiting two people who do the same? Be aware! There are scams out there!
What did we do back then? What on earth did we do with our time when there were no gadgets? Maybe we could be more protective!
Did you ever stop to think 🤔 that your life had a purpose? Did you know our days are written in the Book - God’s book. It says in Psalms 139 that our days are written in the book. Take heart ...it will work out for good?
I believe we are all fearfully and wonderfully made, exquisitely crafted for a unique purpose. So how do we go about discovering purpose and what stops us from walking in it once we find it? I share some of my life experiences.
I believe we are all fearfully and wonderfully made, exquisitely crafted for a unique purpose. So how do we go about discovering purpose and what stops us from walking in it once we find it? I share some of my life experiences.
Telling you the story of my shopping trolley 🛒 reminds me of God’s attention and care for every detail of our lives.
Do you wonder if there is a higher power behind the scenes? Is He out there watching us, waiting for us to fall or loving reaching out to show us how much He loves us?
It is widely known that, too much talk leads us to trouble. And a fool will be thought of as wise if they are quiet. I think we can talk more about ideas and solutions to make the world a better place.
I share some real life examples of learning to use my voice to effect change. How would you use your voice?
I am sharing some of the encouraging responses I have received from God at times I have felt so low... Hope you can relate? 😊
I was asked to produce a 5 minute account of how I walked out of an abusive marriage. Here it is. I hope it helps someone.
Episode 2, sequel to the book Love at First Byte. A book about Cici, the young single mum navigating a new life after an embattled one with unhealthy relationships. Want more information? Https://www.amazon.com/dp/1981013792
Nicole reads a sample of my latest book. Here you will hear a little about the dynamics of Cici’s relationship with David. The latter was presiding over the reading of a will that named Cici..,
Here’s an excerpt from my book, “How Does God Speak” which tells the story of how I asked some intrusive questions about His handling of my affairs.
Narrated by Teresa, How Does God is an example of how I obeyed the instruction to document personal experiences of God speaking. Enjoy
Hear first-hand the intro-audio for my book, Love at First Byte; A story about how Cici found real love after many failed attempts to secure it through selling her body. Produced by Joyce Amoah. Enjoy.
Here firsthand a sample audio recording of the new book: Love at First; published on Amazon, iBooks and OkadaBooks. Copyright Joyce Amoah and Arinola Araba 2019
Domestic abuse is more common than we think. I hope my story encourages others to seek help and reach out for healing.
An exciting opportunity to listen to the first few chapters of my book - Beautifully Flawed which charts my journey out of abusive relationship to healing! If you like it, try and get a paperback or digital copy on Amazon, LuLu, Okadabooks, iBooks etc
Copyright Arinola Araba: 2018. Narrated by Ore Apampa
Audio excerpt for my #book, #Beautifullyflawed on #domesticabuse #domesticviolence and #mentalhealth Copyright ©Arinola araba and Ore Apampa
Maybe I need to listen to what the younger generation is saying, maybe I need to take my own advice. You?
Have you thought about the power, impact and expansion that could result from a partnership?
I was moved to hear again the UN declaration of Human Rights laws and appalled as to how it’s being breached over and over again. Have you seen them lately?
You may also relate to the fact that we are so incredibly busy to make time for the most important things...
Why I am “Beautifully Flawed”, not perfect in any way.... it’s about my walk though and out of #domesticviolence #domesticabuse
I share that the “just do it” theme is a good one. You never know whether you are sitting on the next best thing?!
I talk about widespread beliefs and challenge people to think differently about life, events and packages. Come to the God side if things?
I am inviting listeners to consider their thought life and expectations, and encouraging a change in attitude, perhaps?