Who's that...

My favorite drug has been on hiatus lately. I've been so focused on changing the world that I have neglected time looking and searching for it...until today. As I walked into one of my client's businesses I seen "her". Her confidence and beauty screamed like the rock song at top decibel. She was wearing a dress that told the world "this is all mine, stare if you like, but please don't touch." As I stood there like a foreigner seeing Time Square for the first time, I turned to block the glow, and at that moment she asked me "Could you help me?" HELP YOU?!?! I could help both of us in the matter of minutes, instead I said "sure" :) So I escorted her to the front office, while we discussed the failing economy. As I walked away I couldn't stop thinking of the fact that I am still a recovering addict and I didn't even take a number :)

Focus of the Week: Diligence

I must remain steady on obtaining my goals...if I do not stick with it I will regret faltering to this journey called life. Therefore, my focus thisweeks is to maintain my diligence.

Diligence (noun):constant and earnest effort to accomplish what is undertaken; persistent exertion of body or mind.

Therefore, while I am working at my dreams I still need support, so stick with me through this journey. Because the end will be so much sweeter with the longer drive...just ask JD

Persistence

I found the perfect song for today. Gotta share it with the world:)
Curtis Mayfield is truly missed, but will inspire generations to come.

Hush now child,
and don't you cry
Your folks might understand you
by and by
Move on up
towards your destination
You may find
from time to time
Complications

Bite your lip
and take a trip
Though there may be
wet road ahead
You cannot slip
So move on up
and peace you will find
Into the steeple
of beautiful people
Where there's only one kind

So hush now child
and don't you cry
Your folks might understand you
by and by
Just move on up
and keep on wishing
Remember your dreams
are your only schemes
So keep on pushing
Take nothing less -
not even second best
And do not obey -
you must have your say
You can past the test

Move on up!

The Age of Enlightenment

It is when we are left alone to THINK with a clear and unclouded mind that we create some of the most beautiful things. I have recently decided to transform my life. The first habit I changed was my surroundings. Instead of being frustrated or angry with the people I spent time with, I decide to change my energy. Everyday, since the collapse of one of my friendships, I have spent time thinking about the importance of self reliance and self sufficiency. Why keep people who don’t bring out the best in you? Why be scared of the power that you have inside? What could you accomplish when you have nothing or no one? And the answer to these questions is “everything your heart and mind could imagine.” There were individuals who were draining the enjoyment of life out of me and I was too damn scared to rid myself of them. So when I couldn't make the decision for myself, Allah made it for me! In the past, I would have replaced that emptiness with drugs or women. Honestly…way more women than drugs. This time I decide to step back and focus. Focus on my goal versus on other distractions. And I have to honestly say that I feel better than I have ever felt before. At times, I’ve struggled to find that power that pushes me ahead. I woke up this morning...thinking of the new opportunity that is ahead of me. There has been a beautiful silver lining emerging from the shadow. I realize now that I have the strength, persistence, and diligence to change the world. Last week, I was asked to educate, influence, and enlighten adults. This is the first time in a while I will be teach adults how to be better. I’m embracing all of the strength and beauty that is coming from within, because if it doesn’t come from within, then I will be without!

Positive thinking creates positive things!