What’s In Your Backpack? — Crown Check Live Recap

What’s in your backpack? That simple question became the heart of August’s Crown Check Live as we gathered to prepare for the season ahead. Building on our previous Unburdened conversation, we were reminded that before we can decide what to carry forward, we have to be willing to release what has been weighing us down.

As children, a new school year meant packing pencils, notebooks, folders, crayons, and everything we needed to succeed. As adults, however, our backpacks can become filled with very different things—disappointment, anxiety, stress, worry, comparison, unforgiveness, exhaustion, and unrealistic expectations. But after becoming Unburdened, we have an opportunity to pack intentionally for what comes next.

During our time together, we explored ten virtues that belong in every backpack: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, faith, gratitude, self-control, strength, and wisdom. Each virtue was represented by a meaningful everyday item, helping us see that these aren't simply words we admire. They are tools we can use to navigate real life.

We talked about love as strength under control and the importance of learning to love ourselves. We were reminded that joy isn't dependent on perfect circumstances, peace doesn't mean the absence of storms, and patience requires trusting God's timing. Kindness can heal unseen wounds, while faith helps us take the next step even when we cannot see the entire path.

Gratitude challenges us to focus on God's goodness rather than allowing our circumstances to become the entire story. Self-control protects the other virtues we carry, helping us respond with wisdom instead of reacting from emotion. Strength reminds us that we don't have to rely solely on our own ability, and wisdom keeps us moving in the right direction when life presents difficult choices.

We also explored the powerful difference between being transparent and being exposed. We can be authentic without giving everyone access to our personal stories, dreams, and vulnerable places. Discernment teaches us that some things should remain covered until the right relationship, season, and level of trust comes along.

As we closed, we were challenged to ask ourselves each morning, “Do I have all my things?” Are we carrying patience? Kindness? Faith? Gratitude? Self-control? Wisdom? Strength?

We left Crown Check Live reminded that our backpacks are no longer filled with yesterday's burdens. They are packed with the virtues we need for tomorrow.

We have released the weight. We are equipped for the journey. And we are ready for the season ahead!

See You Queens in Septemeber for our 12th Annual Te'te a' Te'te Womens Conference Celebration... "Do You Remember!" ~ "It's a Denim and White Tee Affair ~

Luv, Vee