So.....August has flown as has the rest of this year! I try to determine how much progression I've had. So far, this year has been filled with many many lessons. I've learned so very much about myself. I'm one that always said " I don't care how anyone 'sees' me as long as I'm being true to myself". However, I've recently accepted that YES! I do care about how people see me. Because of my role in people's life I always want to be seen as a positive person that carries herself with dignity and respect. I'm doing a phenomenal job of that. However, I've had to also accept that my candidness isn't understood by some. I'm working on growing professionally so that I can continue to help make Zipporah's Angels, Inc. successful while making more money on my 9-5.
Successful individuals have tenacity, strength, and courage to follow their dreams. So today, make a vow to yourself to be tenacious and become a better you.
Friday, August 31, 2012
Monday, August 27, 2012
Growing Pains
It's hard to believe that I'm 25 years old for I've always had an old soul (check out the rhyme game). Each year that passes I make some of the same goals and at the end of the year I wonder "Now, why didn't I accomplish that?" The answer is simple: I didn't want it bad enough. See, when there's something/ someone you want badly enough a person makes the sacrifices to have those things. I have been on a weight loss rollercoaster since I finished my freshman year at Fisk. (Yikes!)
One of the major things that I've learned is how to adapt, hence my growing pains. While I am a people person I rarely start conversations with individuals and tend to like to be alone. See being alone ensures that I don't say something that can offend someone, be in an uncomfortable environment, and ultimately all of my needs and wants are met. While riding down 77S on Saturday I thought just how much I prefer to do things alone. After having so many letdowns I simply find it best. Here's my biggest growing pain:
Learning to let go: What all does this entail, you ask. Let me explain. I learned to let go of the hurt and frustration associated with past relationships. Ultimately, my holding on to these issues prevents me from being truly free. I learned to let go of those that didn't want to help themselves. This was primarily for my family. I used to wonder " o, why don't they do this and o goodness they have so much potential? Blah blah blah. I never had a problem not helping non family members that hindered their own successes but I have always wanted the best for my family. However, I realize now that my standard of success doesn't always, if ever, match the success that the individual has. So I'm done helping people that choose to not help themselves. I've let it go.
Remember, growing pains are essential to the maturation of successful and happy individuals.
Peace,
Ri
One of the major things that I've learned is how to adapt, hence my growing pains. While I am a people person I rarely start conversations with individuals and tend to like to be alone. See being alone ensures that I don't say something that can offend someone, be in an uncomfortable environment, and ultimately all of my needs and wants are met. While riding down 77S on Saturday I thought just how much I prefer to do things alone. After having so many letdowns I simply find it best. Here's my biggest growing pain:
Learning to let go: What all does this entail, you ask. Let me explain. I learned to let go of the hurt and frustration associated with past relationships. Ultimately, my holding on to these issues prevents me from being truly free. I learned to let go of those that didn't want to help themselves. This was primarily for my family. I used to wonder " o, why don't they do this and o goodness they have so much potential? Blah blah blah. I never had a problem not helping non family members that hindered their own successes but I have always wanted the best for my family. However, I realize now that my standard of success doesn't always, if ever, match the success that the individual has. So I'm done helping people that choose to not help themselves. I've let it go.
Remember, growing pains are essential to the maturation of successful and happy individuals.
Peace,
Ri
Thursday, August 16, 2012
Thankful Thursday
So....Happy Thankful Thursday!!
Oftentimes we are too busy to stop and reflect on accomplishments and joyous occasions. Our minds are filled with "what's next?", "what else do I have to do?", or we're too busy satisfying the needs of others to fulfill our own dreams. Wednesday August, 15, 2012 marked the one year anniversary of my non-profit organization, Zipporah's Angels, Inc. The anniversary made me slow down and simply reflect. One year ago I received the articles of incorporation declaring Zipporah's Angels, Inc. a 'C' Corporation for the state of SC. May 17, 2012 of this year I received our 501(c)3 tax exemption letter. Throughout the year, I often found myself momentarily praising the girls for their accomplishments while still organizing and planning more events. For me, there's so much work to be done and although the girls have accomplished a great deal, I still found myself saying...."yea that's great but we need to do more etiquette training or yay! we completed one phase of community service but there are other phases that need to be completed as well".
It wasn't until I truly reflected that I acknowledged the girls accomplishments for the depth that they are. Since inception, the girls have visited nursing homes, hosted a canned and clothing drive, had a bake sale, hot dog/ fish sale, presented research on notable African Americans, planted seeds, participated in a breast cancer walk, picked vegetables, and they have continuously worked at a local cemetery. Needless to say, I am very proud of the girls and their accomplishments. I often become physically tires but their smiles and maturation stimulates me to give them my all whether its simply me spending time with them every Saturday for hours on end.
Today, I challenge each of you to sit back and reflect on your accomplishments. Write down a list of goals and make preparations to achieve them! We live once and are a true reflection of our character.
One Love,
Ri
Oftentimes we are too busy to stop and reflect on accomplishments and joyous occasions. Our minds are filled with "what's next?", "what else do I have to do?", or we're too busy satisfying the needs of others to fulfill our own dreams. Wednesday August, 15, 2012 marked the one year anniversary of my non-profit organization, Zipporah's Angels, Inc. The anniversary made me slow down and simply reflect. One year ago I received the articles of incorporation declaring Zipporah's Angels, Inc. a 'C' Corporation for the state of SC. May 17, 2012 of this year I received our 501(c)3 tax exemption letter. Throughout the year, I often found myself momentarily praising the girls for their accomplishments while still organizing and planning more events. For me, there's so much work to be done and although the girls have accomplished a great deal, I still found myself saying...."yea that's great but we need to do more etiquette training or yay! we completed one phase of community service but there are other phases that need to be completed as well".
It wasn't until I truly reflected that I acknowledged the girls accomplishments for the depth that they are. Since inception, the girls have visited nursing homes, hosted a canned and clothing drive, had a bake sale, hot dog/ fish sale, presented research on notable African Americans, planted seeds, participated in a breast cancer walk, picked vegetables, and they have continuously worked at a local cemetery. Needless to say, I am very proud of the girls and their accomplishments. I often become physically tires but their smiles and maturation stimulates me to give them my all whether its simply me spending time with them every Saturday for hours on end.
Today, I challenge each of you to sit back and reflect on your accomplishments. Write down a list of goals and make preparations to achieve them! We live once and are a true reflection of our character.
One Love,
Ri
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