I always wondered why so many people I used to hang out with no longer comes around now that I am pursuing my dream. Then it dawned on me that the journey I had to take I had to walk alone. There are some that will give their support and there are some that won't pay you any mind. I learned this the hard way. Some people you have to leave behind not because you want to but because they aren't capable of going where your journey is leading you.
Some say the road to success can be lonely but I say this is the road that shows you what you are made of. The things you can and cannot handle. Never forget where you come from and be humble enough to appreciate where you are going. No one can create your destiny but you. You have to be willing to put in the work sometimes that means missing out on some events and putting in long hours. You just have to ask yourself if it's worth it. And if the answer is yes trust the process and know the right people will come along and help you shine. They will encourage you, uplift you and push you when you feel like giving up. Those are the people you want and need to have around. Spirits that are warm, kind, gentle and true. They will praise you when you're right and let you know when you are wrong. At all times they will love you unconditionally.
So don't be afraid to walk this journey alone. It is designed for you. It is they path you are meant to take and the road to all your dreams. Define what you want your success to look like and be. Let no one else hold the paint brush of your life to paint the picture they want to see. Follow your heart, follow your mind and most importantly follow your spirit. Ask no one for permission to be who you are destined to be. Take your life in your hands, see the vision that is yours and take control of the direction you want it to go.
Be bold.
Be brave.
Be happy.
Be fierce.
Be humble.
Be true.
Be patient.
Be kind.
But most of all
Be you.
(the photo isn't mine)
