Clear out the cobwebs of your life. It’s worth it. You’ll walk the rest of your journey so much lighter—and you’ll go so much farther.

We feel happiest when we’re growing—when we’re reaching for more. Whether it’s physical health, financial stability, emotional healing, or better relationships, it just feels good to be improving.

Sure, we should practice gratitude for all we already have. But if we’re only content and stop reaching for something more, we stop growing. And when we stop growing, we start slipping backward. There’s no such thing as standing still.

But here’s the thing: sometimes when we set out on our next journey, we’re carrying too much in our pack.

If there’s “junk” from your past that’s weighing on your self-confidence, it can feel like dragging a bag full of rocks. Of course it makes the journey harder.

No, I’m not going to define what that “junk” is. If you’ve got some, you probably already know what I’m talking about. I’m not talking about moments when you were a victim (though unresolved emotional trauma and bitterness can be very heavy to carry). For this message, I’m talking about the kind of “junk” that you are responsible for—the things you have some control over right now.

If there’s something you regret doing, something you haven’t made right, your confidence suffers. It can quietly eat away at your faith—not just in yourself, but in your ability to reach your goals.

(If you're a perfectionist, you might want to pause here and read this first.)

Whether you're religious or not, I believe that getting your heart lined up with your Creator—or at least, with your conscience—matters. If there are “things undone” that weigh on your heart, there is real power in doing what you can to make them right.

Why? Because when you clear that clutter, your intentions become cleaner. You gain strength in knowing your reasons for seeking abundance are good and worthy. As it says in Matthew 6:33:
“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things [might I say: everything you need] shall be added unto you.”

That alignment strengthens your faith—both in God and in yourself.

I chose this topic today because of a powerful lesson I heard on Sunday. The speaker asked: “When we make a mistake, do we try to excuse it and cover it up? Or do we take responsibility, confess where needed, and face the consequences?”

Imagine this:
If you had a pile of dirt and wanted to hide it, would covering it with more dirt solve the problem? Of course not. All you’ve done is made the pile bigger and more obvious.

One of my favorite quotes from Richard G. Scott puts it this way:
"Do not take comfort in the fact that your transgressions are not known by others. That is like an ostrich with his head buried in the sand. He sees only darkness and feels comfortably hidden. In reality he is ridiculously conspicuous."

God knows.
The universe knows.
You know.

Confidence grows when we summon the courage to face the music, make things right the best we can, and walk forward with a clear heart. Life on the other side of that clarity is full of light. It’s freeing. It’s worth the discomfort it might take to get there.

In fact, the healing of relationships often follows when we first make things right with God (or again, your conscience). And even if some relationships don’t survive the process, your peace will. Because in the end, being right with God (or true to your conscience) is what matters most.

If you’re Christian, I’ll add another verse that feels relevant:
“And after ye have obtained a hope in Christ ye shall obtain riches, if ye seek them; and ye will seek them for the intent to do good.” (Jacob 2:19)

I know this is a different kind of message than I usually share. And it won’t be for everyone right now—but I believe it’s for someone.

Setting out on a journey with a backpack full of hidden stones is exhausting. So let’s keep our loads light. Identify the rocks. Pull them out. Lay them down. Leave them behind.

And yes… what if someone sees what you’re carrying?

That thought can feel mortifying.

But let’s be real: EVERYONE has had stones in their pack at some point. And there is more shame in hiding them than in choosing to set them down—even if someone catches a glimpse. In fact, your courage to release them just might inspire someone else to release theirs.

There is abundance waiting for you. There is joy, peace, and even financial breakthrough waiting for you. But it starts with clearing the way—spiritually, emotionally, energetically.

If the thought of doing that brings up fear, understanding the “stickman” model of how our mind works can really help.
You can watch my full-length video on that concept here.

You've got this. Let’s travel light. Let’s move forward.

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