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It's a Bad Day, Not a Bad Life
At the age of twelve, I never thought I would make it as far as I did. Being the child who loved to help others, never did I think that I would be the one who ended up abused, hurt, torn, and still be strong enough to go on with their life. But here I am at the age of 20 still standing, walking, breathing, and living.
By Katy B8 years ago in Motivation
Dear My Younger Self
An open letter to my younger self, my nephews, or anyone. I’m going to go through a bunch of stuff that I’ve noticed in my life. Things that may or may not have happened to me. Things that I’ve observed, and some simple grandiose opinions that I have that carry absolutely no weight other than I’ve decided to say these things on a platform.
By Vincent Graziano8 years ago in Motivation
Self Love
When asking people about loving thyself as one would want to be loved. I received these gifts. All things are possible. Love is more than most perceive. Love is in all things. The energy that runs through you, runs through me, animating me to be the love I wish to see in the world.
By Jessie Malulani Cleveland8 years ago in Motivation
Imperfectly Happy
There is no possible way to be perfect. It is an expectation that is unreachable. So happiness should never be based on trying to be perfect. Life is messy and hard, and kicks you down just to kick you some more. But finding happiness is not as hard as it may seem. And it is not at the end of some long journey to someplace else. inside every person, their true happiness lies. You just have to be willing to look there first, and accept yourself regardless of the world telling you-you are flawed. Because flaws are amazing. Flaws are what makes us individuals. And once you open up, and embrace your own flaws, you can find joy in everything.
By Charlie Hancock8 years ago in Motivation
4 Ways to Feel More Empowered
Hi my name is Ashaki and I am a holistic health practitioner. I have been speaking to multiple people and there is a constant theme of people feeling disempowered. So, I sat and I thought about all of the ways I have been able to maintain the SUPER feeling of empowerment. I literally walk around with a huge E on my chest (insert laughter here)! Well I may not walk around with an E on my chest but my confidence, my tenacity, and my overall strength shows and permeates my very being. So, what is the secret? Shhhh, don’t tell anyone this — there is NO SECRET! But, there are some simple and practical ways to improve your views and help you to feel more empowered.
By Ashaki Ali8 years ago in Motivation
Leadership: Lead, Follow or Get Out of the Way Part 2
Welcome back to those who are following the Leadership: Lead, Follow or Get Out of the Way series that are posted on Sundays. For you new readers, Welcome! Feel free to check out the other posts in this series. The information will greatly enhance your leadership knowledge.
By Ando Anderson8 years ago in Motivation
Perception Is Everything
I remember one day in high school when I was reduced to a number. I was told I was a guy's "20." With my extreme lack of knowledge and understanding towards that term, I was elated to be his "20!" For all of you who have no clue what I am talking about, it is the 80/20 rule that was discussed in Tyler Perry's Why Did I Get Married? In marriage, you only get about 80 percent of what you need from your spouse, and you do not want to throw it all away on someone who comes along only offering 20 percent (i.e. sex and a little extra attention). So, I took that I was basically a "hot lay" as a compliment. I also took a ton of other negative, unacceptable advances as compliments. I was clueless as to what my worth was, all I knew was. I wanted to be popular and I wanted it bad but not bad enough to sleep around to get it. Undoubtedly, I was talked about due to my excessive flirty behavior by most of the guys at school. One thing I prided myself on was the fact that none of them could say I slept with them (at least at that time). It was the only vice I had when they wanted to call me names, I could always throw out my "at least I'm still a virgin card." Of course, I could jazz that card up in a few different ways and keep them from calling me the one name that brings so much shame...a "hoe (whore)!" Funny how you reflect on these things and it makes you realize while you were trying to be so cool, you really ended up being so lame (urban term). I was so stuck on being noticed, that I slacked away from my school work. Although I graduated third in my class, I could have been tied for the number 1 spot, and gotten more scholarships to pay for college. I could have done things differently in high school, but my desperate attempts at popularity had me consumed. I went to college for a year. I made a complete mess out of it; I got kicked out and was upset because they kicked me out (didn't they know who I was???). Internally, during my high school and college years, I battled low self-esteem. It wasn't until a year ago, I truly saw how beautiful I was, and that I was a true catch, someone definitely worth marrying. And that revelation makes everything a bit sweeter, now. Due to age and a great appreciation of the beauty I have (inside and out), I am able to walk around with confidence. I am able to not be so bothered by what people have to say. Perception has everything to do with confidence. When you consider what others may say, you begin to doubt yourself (definitely a tool of fear). For example, I use to be ashamed to show my feet, I was scared somebody may talk about how stubby my toes are, or call them ugly. Now, I wear them out, sometimes they are just as ashy as they want to be (not often but it's my choice). I am so unbothered about other people's opinions of me now; if I do not want to shave my legs, I don't have to, and I am still beautiful! As you get older, you realize how you see things has a lot to do with what you do in life. I am unapologetic for who I am, what I look like, and what I am currently doing in life. I just live the best way I desire too! And hope to inspire my daughter to be her true, authentic self.
By asia kiniel8 years ago in Motivation
Binge on Inspirational Ignorance
Read past the title, and I mean really read. I don't want to see a stupid rant on social media simply because someone read the title and made an assumption; clearly, stupid and ignorance are two different concepts, but I digress.
By ________ ____________8 years ago in Motivation
The Insecurity of a Human
You would be appalled by the number of people around you who suffer from insecurities. Maybe it's you with the insecurities. Or the girl who seems to have everything right in life. Maybe it's the guy with enough money to fund the UN.
By Gwyneth Pereira8 years ago in Motivation
