True Destiny, If Life is a Journey, why go it alone?

As much as I would like to write every day it appears that my days have become increasingly more complicated with a new job and learning that job. I was not sure at first that this was the best move to make, but after much soul searching I made the determination that in fact it was a great move and thus far I have zero regret in the decision I made to come to work here. It has however made it much more difficult to write a blog on a daily basis, but I will give it the old college try and do the best I can to at least write a few times a week.

I was privileged to be able to give a presentation to 32 unemployed professionals the other day. It was a great day and I was overwhelmed by the response I received from those in attendance. As would be expected I spoke about destiny and the fact that these individuals have been given a second chance to find what is most important to them and for once in their life not settle for second best. I must say I was in my element and the three hours flew by so quickly. I am forever reminded by events like this how important it is that each of us find the passion in our own life and pursue that passion. I have said many times in the past that when you are on your death bed you are going to reflect on life and more often than not will look at the missed time you had with family and loved one. In addition, you may also have the I should have done this, I could have done that, what if I would have done this. Passion is what drives most people, and passion is what most other people are drawn to. We all have passions in our lives. To some this passion is expressed in what they do for a living. In others it is expressed in what they do for fun. And then you have the group who express passion in what they do for others. No matter what group you fall into, and everyone falls into one group or another, everyone has passion. Some may not want to acknowledge it, but passion is there whether they want to admit it or not.
In my opinion only a fool will say that passion is void in their own life, and no matter what they do they will say it does not exist. As B.A. Baracus from the A-Team says "I pity the Fool".

I have a belief that people, whether they want to admit it or not, are passionate at heart. Oh sure, life has a way of diminishing our passion from time to time, but that doesn't make it go away. Our passions may be buried beneath layers of hurt, discouragement, and apathy, but it is still there and it wants to make it's presence known in each of our lives. I have been asked more times than not "How do I discover my passion?". Let me preface my comments with this statement; your passion is just that your passion. It isn't from someone else and it isn't what others tell you. Your passion is your passion. Ask yourself this simple question; what makes you happy? What is it that you look forward to the most each day, each week, each year? What puts a smile on your face no matter what type of day you are having? What can make the bleakest day seem bright and cheerful? Ultimately this is something that you have passion about. I think people have the wrong definition of passion. Take the most burly rugged guy, who thinks passion is a ladies thing. They confuse manliness with passion. They think that passion is feminine and not something they need or want to display. Boy are they wrong, I know some of the most "manly" guys that walk the planet who happen to be some of the most passionate people I know. Our passions should motivate and inspire. Passionless people are only that way because they have not found an outlet to release the passion that resides inside of them. I am reminded of the great questions of life. If a tree falls in the forest and no one is around to see it does it make a noise? Does the light in the refrigerator go off when you close the door? Why is it that we drive on the parkway, but park in the driveway? Is passion only in someone that displays it? I think not. I think we all have passion some are just not willing to display it.

Do yourself a favor and discover your passion. Don't deny it, and whatever you do don't bury it. Somethings in life are worth exploring and discovering your passion is something we all need to do, something we deserve to do. Let me leave you with one final thought; don't fool yourself into thinking having passion in life is not important. It is such an important part of every life. People who think they have no passion just haven't taken the time to reflect on the important things in life. What is most important to you is more often than not a passion of yours. Passion is what drives us, motivates us, inspires us. Passion is what we all desire whether we want to admit it or not. Passion is....... I guess maybe it's time for you to finish that statement. Think about it.......

True Destiny, If life is a journey why go it alone?

Well it's time to jump back in the saddle and grace the pages of this blog once more. I have taken some time off to begin a new career with a great company, but part of me was missing and that part is what I try to impart to you each day. I have had lots of time to think about things since I last posted. I must say that life is pretty good right now, and with the exception of needing 28 hours in a day to get everything done, I can honestly say I am enjoying myself quite a bit. I have had the opportunity to meet several new friends over the last few months and am looking forward to cultivating those relationships in the future.

I'm sure many of you will wonder if I will continue in the same vein with my writing. Are you kidding? Did you really need to ask that question? I am singularly focused when it comes to my writing, and I'm not sure there is much that I can do about that. I am that I am!! When one begins to look at life and what is important, it doesn't take long to realize that what motivates us is what or who we are and there is not much in this world that will change that. I will forever desire to help others walk in their destiny and become the people they were intended to become no matter what circumstances they find themselves in.

Now that being said I do have a few nuggets of wisdom to share with you today. To some these may be things you have heard before, to other's it may be the first time, but we all know the first time is the best time for many things in life. Having been through the ringer over the last six or so months I can attest to the fact that it is always darkest before the dawn, but if you will simply extend your faith things will ultimately work out in the end. Now that's not to say that there are not a few skinned knees in the process. I can in all truthfulness tell you that not long ago I was at the point that if I had owned a gun I may have put it to my temple and pulled the trigger. I thank God for my girl "Grace" who will forever be the one who helped me through my toughest times, and gave me hope. Every one needs a "Grace" or for others a "Will". I am thankful that I came through this period of time, and I can honestly say it taught me a lot and many of the lessons I learned were ones that I had gone through before but like a dummy didn't learn from them, so was forced to go through it again. I guess the second or third time round Robinhood's Barn one finally learns a thing or two and is finally willing to do the things that need to be done to move on with life.

If you are in similar circumstances, or going thru the same stuff, don't loose heart. The light at the end of the tunnel is growing brighter and brighter. If I have learned one things over this past period of trial it is that life is so worth living and the importance of having friends and loved ones can never be over emphasized. Had it not been for friends and loved one I may have very well pulled the trigger, or at the very least ended up in the loony bin with a complete mental breakdown. Those that know me know that I am one of the most upbeat people walking the planet. It takes a lot to get me down, and it's not very often that I am not able to rise above the fray and carry on with life. However, the last year I have hit several low points and thank God daily that I was able to get above them and survive. If you are faced with a situation where you see no end in sight. A situation where all things seem dark and dreary, or a situation where you just have no idea what to do next, then know it will get better.

I'm not sure that I will be able to write every day in the future, but I will try to write as often as possible and as always will try to inspire everyone. If I have learned one thing over the last month or so, it is that my desires and dreams have not shifted and I still want to touch each life I come in contact with in a personal way, hoping against hope that I can inspire them to go after their dreams and destiny. If by being away for the last month I have caused you to stumble I ask for your forgiveness, and will do what I can to make it up to you. I will forever be the one to inspire, motivate, and be there to pick you up if you fall. Oh to be perfect, it is a nice thought but so far from reality. I fail, I pick myself up, and I try again. That's all I can expect from myself and that is all I can ask you to do. So let's restart this journey together and see if we can't put a dent in your goals, and while we're at it put a smile on your face. Think about it......