Singleness and dating have been quite the journey for me. My first and last boyfriend was in high school (we were on and off throughout college), and I dated 2 guys from then until now. So yeah, I know what it means to be single.  Two years ago, I got a matchmaker (what's a matchmaker you ask? Find out here.) and have been on and off of dating apps. NOTHING. Honestly, nothing happened. My matchmaker couldn't find me a date and I was getting discouraged and wondering if this would ever happen for me. Then I was reminded of a vision God gave me 7 years ago of my wedding day and I knew this would happen for me one day. But when? This has been a journey and I am happy to tell you, I AIN'T SINGLE NO MORE by the grace of God. He gifted me with the most incredible boyfriend. In the end, this was all worth it.  I share my update in this episode and speak to all the singles out there! I understand. I get it, but trust me, it's worth the wait. 

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I Ain't Single No More

In the beginning of 2020, I published a book! It's not only available in paperback on Amazon, but also in audio form on Audible.  In this episode, I share chapter two straight from my audiobook recording. If you missed chapter one you can click here to go to that episode. I would encourage you to listen to it first. I hope you enjoy and listen to the book in it's entirety by going to nikkiromani.com/audible.  

CHAPTER TWO: The Fear of Rejection

Back in March, when my mom and I were on a girls ski trip that turned into a mountain get away because the ski resort was closed due to the beginning of COVID... we decided it would be fun to do an interview. This was around the same time my book was about to be published, so we thought it would be fitting if she interviewed me about my book.  I share the process of writing the book, how I felt God calling me to this assignment. I share background about some of the stories I wrote in the book, and you get to hear my mom's perspective as her daughter wrote a book!  It's live, candid, and fun! I hope you enjoy! My book is now available on Amazon and Audible. 

My Mom Interviews Me about My Book

I'm sharing a sneak peek of the book I wrote. It's available now in paperback form on Amazon. nikkiromani.com/book It will be available in audiobook on Audible, however, it's not available yet. I thought it would be fun to share chapters here with you. Today I am sharing Chapter 1.  I've been receiving encouraging feedback from those who have read it already, which makes all the time, tears, discomfort, and excitement worth it! I hope you will join them.  nikkiromani.com/book  

Chapter One: A God You've Never Met

THIS IS THE WEEK! This Friday, March 20th, my book that I've been working on for almost 3 YEARS, will be available to the world!! I have ALL THE FEELS, honestly, I'm feeling so many emotions. In this episode, I share with you what I'm feeling- like being on a rollercoaster. I also share how I got to where I am today being a PUBLISHED AUTHOR. If there's something you have been talking about doing, DO IT! I dare you.  Go to Amazon to purchase my book A God You've Never Met: Who is the Holy Spirit?  Share with your friends!

MY BOOK RELEASE MARCH 20th

You are some of the first to listen to this! Last weekend, I went to my mom's recording studio to record my audiobook! It's a rendition of my paperback. I wanted to give people an option to be able to listen to my book. As my podcast family, I want to share this with you. In this episode you will get to hear what my audiobook will sound like. Recording an audiobook is no easy task. I'm learning that first hand. It's a process and my mom and I are still in the editing stages. But it will be done and available March 20th in paperback and audio form.  I CANNOT CONTAIN MY EXCITEMENT! If you want book updates go to nikkiromani.com/bookupdates to be added to the list. Follow me on instagram to get daily updates on this whole process @nikkiromani and follow my mom to see her professional end of it all @tamiromani. You will get a behind the scenes peak on the audiobook process.  

Introduction from my Audiobook

 When I tell people I am writing a book, I'm asked two questions: What is your book called? What is your book about? In this episode, I answer these questions. I share the story behind writing the book in the first place. It was never a goal or dream of mine to write a book. Never saw never. God gave me this opportunity and I refused at first. He was gracious enough to give me second and third chances but after 2 months of refusing, he gave me an ultimatum that I couldn't refuse anymore.   A brief overview of the book: I share my religious background and beliefs growing up I share my radical transformation with the Holy Spirit The person in my life who has influenced me even with her being gone My personal experiences with seeing angels, encountering demons, visions, dreams, hearing God's voice, spiritual gifts What the Bible says about the Holy Spirit I may be biased, but there are a lot of great stories in this book! You must read it. And I had Havilah Cunnington write the foreword. I feel so honored and blessed. If you don't know who she is, you should. She is author of Stronger than the Struggle and founder of Truth to Table. Follow her on instagram @havilahcunnington and her organization @truthtotable.   If you are curious about the process of writing a book, I have an episode all about it. Writing a book Part 1 Writing a Book Part 2 

About My Book

I have a matchmaker. You know, like the movie "Hitch"? Yeah, that's my life. And I have my dad to thank. Thank you Dad! I share how this all came about and how he got involved. You will be entertained I'll tell you that much. I still laugh about it. It's been a year and I've learned many valuable lessons that I want to share with you. There have been many laughs, but also disappointment. Spoiler alert... I haven't been on a single date. Yep, that's right. It's been a year and nothing. This could be discouraging, but I am taking away many lessons.  If you want to learn more about what a matchmaker is and what the process looks like, I interviewed a matchmaker in a previous episode. Click here to listen to that episode. 

What Having a Matchmaker Has Taught Me

On the previous episode, I interviewed my friend Jessica Dahl who is the founder of Your Whole Purpose. She put on the Whole Leader Retreat, which I had the pleasure of attending here in Southern CA. Takeaways: Surrounded by like-minded women wanting to change the world! New friends to collaborate with Beautiful peaceful place Healthy food Yoga Workshops Identity How to find rest and rejuvenate Letting go of the past, focusing on the present, speaking vision into our future Intentional conversations Do a monthly check in with yourself If you are interested in learning more about what Jess does or be on the list for the next retreat, go to yourwholepurpose.com and leave her a message! Make sure to follow Jess on instagram @jessdahl_ Also pick up her book “Lead your whole life: how cultivating wholeness transforms the way we live and lead” available on Amazon and her website http://www.yourwholepurpose.com/books Speaking of books...mine will be available NEXT MONTH! March 2020! To join the book launch team go to nikkiromani.com/booklaunch Make sure to follow me on instagram for updates about the book!

Reflections from the Whole Leader Retreat

This is an interview with holistic wellness and life coach Jessica Dahl. She shares how she got into this space (she never set out to do so...). She shares all that she is doing now from one on one coaching, wellness coaching, leader retreats, author of a book, and so much more! No wonder she and I are friends.  Jess is leading an upcoming retreat in Southern California in the wine country of Temecula January 2020. What a great way to start the new year! I'll be there and she has a couple more spots! If you are interested in learning more about this retreat click here or visit http://www.yourwholepurpose.com/ and click the "Whole Leader Retreat" tab. Make sure to listen all the way to the end of the episode to hear how we met- it's pretty funny and it has to do with Instagram. To purchase Jess' amazing book go to http://www.yourwholepurpose.com/books  Christmas is coming and this book would be the perfect gift! Her book can also be found on Amazon  Visit Jess on instagram  And if you don't already follow me, here's mine! Share this episode with a friend!

Lead Your Whole Life with Jessica Dahl

Why is it important to have someone speak into your life? Why is it important to have someone to bounce ideas off of? They will push you to be better. They can be a sounding board. They can help you make decisions by talking it through. Hopefully they are wiser than you and can offer their insight on the matter.  What to look for in a mentor? Do you share similar beliefs? Do you like the outcome of their life thus far? Do you like their character? Are they a step or more ahead of you spiritually and mentally? Do you like them? Do you feel comfortable around them? Will they challenge you and encourage you? Are they respectful and loving? Ask them to be your mentor. Mentors can be in person, but they can also be in the form of books, or someone you follow online that you look up to. Look for someone who is where you want to be and follow them, do what they do.  I have mentors online and in person. I really love having a mentor in person that I can chat with face to face. She knows me personally and can speak into each situation and decision I need to make. It's wonderful!  Look at the people you have in your life. Is there someone you look up to? Someone you want to be like? Someone you already have a relationship with? Start there. Do you need a mentor? I'm here for you. Follow me on instagram @nikkiromani Feel free to DM me with any questions

Why You Need a Mentor

Do you realize the thing you put your identity in, if it’s a worldly thing, can be taken away at any moment? If or rather when it does, who are you? Identity is the qualities, beliefs, personality, looks and/or expressions that make a person; self-image. who you are, the way you think about yourself, the way you are viewed by the world and the characteristics that define you. Ask yourself these questions: How do I view myself? How am I perceived by the world? What are my characteristics and traits? Who does God say that I am? You are made in his image Genesis 1:27 "So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them."  You are co-heir with Christ Romans 8:17 "Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in his sufferings in order that we may also share in his glory." You are fearfully and wonderfully made Ps 139:14  "I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." Take time to sit and think about these questions. Write down your answers. I'm writing a book! Interested in being a part of the book launch? Go to nikkiromani.com/booklaunch  Follow me on instagram @nikkiromani

What is Your Identity?

There's one word I've been hearing over and over. It has been sticking out to me. I've heard it in songs, people have said it, the name of my church is this... AWAKEN Hillsong recently released an album and the song "Awake my Soul" has been playing on repeat in my home. My church is called Awakening International. I watched a documentary movie on Youtube called "Sheep Among Wolves Vol. 2" and they talk about the awakening of the people of Iran starting an underground church and it's rapidly growing. INCREDIBLE! You must watch it! There was something in that movie that caught my attention. An Iranian woman moved to the US with her husband to escape persecution, but after being in the States she begged her husband to move back to Iran. Why? Because she said America is asleep. Satan is singing a silent lullaby.  That statement hit me hard. This is exactly what I've been feeling. Are we all spiritually asleep? God is moving and we are missing him. Kanye West has been awakened. I've even heard him talk about it in an interview. He is a new man by the power of God.  I've written a book that will be out the beginning of next year, and now I know God's perfect timing with all of it. I've been working on this book for 2.5 years and it's all about the Holy Spirit, spiritual gifts, spiritual warfare, and the power that lives within us. This is what people need. They need to be awakened to the power of God! To be on the email list to get updates about my book go to nikkiromani.com/booklaunch Follow me on instagram to get live updates on the book and much more. 

We Need to be Awakened

Last week I talked about burnout. The feeling as though life is passing you by too quickly and you can't keep up! If you feel tried and exhausted, you may be experiencing burnout. Listen to that episode by clicking here.  This week I share with you how resting actually helped me beat some personal records in weight lifting and helped me to feel strong while riding 60 miles on a road bike. I took some time off, slept more, listened to when my body needed to stretch or go for a walk instead, and drank lots of water. I still would lift weights and go to the gym, but not as often or as frequent as I used to. There is such a thing as over exercising and I think I may have experienced that. I was shocked at my results when I took this necessary time to rest.  Listen to this episode to hear what happened. 

How Resting Helped Me PR

Are you tired? Are you feeling run down? Are you feeling as though life is moving so fast you can't keep up?  You may be experiencing something called BURNOUT. If you feel yourself shutting down, unable to get stuff done, or loosing motivation, your body is trying to tell you something. I know how this feels from personal experience.  I share with you 7 ways to overcome burnout whether it's in life or in regards to the sport you play if you are an athlete.  Life throws so much at us, but we need to protect ourselves. Self should be our first priority. Don't forget to write a review and share this episode with a friend who may be experiencing burnout or you are starting to see signs that they are about to.    Follow me on instagram @nikkiromani Full shows notes go to nikkiromani.com   

How to Overcome Burnout

From health and wellness, exercise, business tips, creating lasting relationships, to success strategies for living your best life. Nikki Romani is a life coach, entrepreneur, athletic trainer, Jesus follower who wants to help you become the best version of your authentic self and find your true identity. But she won't be doing this alone! Along with solo shows, Nikki interviews people in these various areas to have them share their journey and expertise with you.

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