Charlie Lavin

Hey Gals/Guys (This isn't just written for girls) I am writing this post after so much thought and conviction because I truly believe we need to start living in a more honest and open world.  When I was about 12, my mind got curious and would often question sex and how female and male bodies worked etc.. This is normal right?  Then when I was 13, I started to get more interested in boys and would have a loooooong list of guys that I fancied.  Then when I was 14, my addiction to Porn started. Yup that's right, a girl addicted to Porn. Unheard of? Yes. Very common? Absolutely.  I am cringing just writing this because I have no control over who is going to be reading this. However that is the exact reason I am writing this too. I'm here to back those girls who feel stuck in a vicious dark secret that Porn is. I long to live in a society where as Christians we are so transparent about our short comings and struggles. Now I totally get there is a time...

Oh hey there- long time no see. I love writing blog posts, as it lets my external process run wild. I love sharing what Gods been doing in my life. I just love that community feel of sharing the love of God with believers and not yet believers. So I am back. I cannot promise this will be regular, but I will try my damn hardest. So Lent starts tomorrow, which is very exciting! I was praying about what to give up for the next 40 days and it soon came to me. I am addicted to social media and love the procrastination of scrolling. I am sooo reliant on it for a variety of moods I find myself in. I told myself I couldn't possibly give up socials because of X or Y or V or W. That's when the penny dropped (Or Jesus spoke lol) I realised this was why I needed some time away. I will be deleting Messenger, Facebook, Instagram and Whatsapp for 40 days. I will be able to be contacted via text or phone call (Or email if we are old school) and I will also be using this blog. I am...

So in a few weeks I will be moving to a new city, making new friends and finding a new church all over again. This excites me a lot, as I love change and the joy of starting new adventures. I've non stopped talked about the societies I want to join, all the coffee dates I have planned, which super market I will go to (So lame I know!)- Just all the fun things University brings. I was missing one thing in all of this- Studying. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE the media industry and find it fascinating how quickly it changes and how there's meaning behind every detail. I'm so buzzing to start a 3 year degree in Communication & Media. I'm just stressed. I had a Gap Year, so I haven't had to study for a year. This doesn't seem much, but I had to remind myself how to hold a pen the other day. It may well be one of those things that once you start, it all comes flooding back. Quite like a bicycle, in how once you have that skill you never lose it. How...

Now that summer is fast approaching, I would love to get back into my writing. (Even though my summer is probably busier than my whole year haha.) I thought I would start of with a post about my family and just basically an excuse to tell them how great they are. So I'm the youngest of 4, which means I have 3 older siblings to set me a good example... I mean most of the time they do! Gezz (32), Meg (28), Tom (30) Charlie (19) Gezz (30), Meg (26), Tom (28), Charlie (17) As you can see from the ages, I am the baby of the family by quite a few years. My oldest brother was 13 when I was born- Took them a while to realise what was missing aye ;) Being 1 of 4 is a very interesting experience, as you often get forgotten or called the wrong name (I get called Meg more than Charlie...) There's been a few times where my mum will get down all the names before my name. However I have figured there are some pretty great positives. It's not always you doing the washing up be...

Well hello there fabulous people- You're probably here because you are going through a similar dip or have in the past. High five to being completely human and through that not always being on top form. This past year, I have said yes to more things than I ever had before that. For the 18 years previously I felt too shy, incapable, unconfident and most of all lacking trust in gods plan for me. So when I had a year out for god I wanted that to change. Sure enough I was recklessly saying yes to things which were so unnatural and caused me discomfort. Through these things, god blessed me so much and I was on fire. I have no regrets looking back and I have loved exploring that part of my personality for the lord. The phrase "The skys your limit" seemed so silly, as God gave me the freedom to have no limits. The passion and drive I had over these 6 months were wonderful and such a blessing. However over the past month or so, I seemed to have hit a brick wall with that...

Recently I have started to walk to church and back, as it means I can stay healthy but also to save money. Basically a win win situation for all. Through this I have discovered podcasts and sermons on my phone and it's transformed my faith! I wanted to share a few which will hopefully be as life changing for you, as it was for me. 1.  Louie Giglio- How Great Is Our God This sermon is from Passion City Church, where Louie Giglio is the pastor. He explores just how amazing our god is as a creator and truly made me fall in love with Jesus even more. I would recommend most of his sermons, as he's a fantastic preacher. You can find them on Passion City Churches website. 2.  Francis Chan- Stop and Think Francis Chan is the author of 'Crazy Love' and apart of that book, he's made this short video for some reflection time. Whether you are reading the book (You totally should it's fab) or not it's such an eye opening video. 3.  Matt Chandler I didn...

Growing up I was always that kid in youth to ask "How far is too far?" "I get to save sex, but what about everything else?". It was a very confusing time, as I imagine it is for the majority of christian teenagers. It's so counter cultural to save sex for marriage, as it's lost its meaning and sentiment through time. You're considered old fashioned or frigid if you still have your virginity past the age of 16. Now I'm not here to slam people who have sex or have had sex in the past, as honestly that's your life decision. Over the past few years, I have made mistakes in this area and will admit that I was selfish and didn't always put god first. Now I'm not saying I regret those times, as I think that's showing disrespect to the people I shared those moments with. All I know from that is that there's things I want to do in my future relationships and things I don't want to do. Now right now, I am single so you could say ...