A New Direction…

I have not blogged in a long while, because in the last few weeks I have had some unpleasant personal experiences.  The cliche’ that when it rains it pours seems more true to me now than ever.  

All of my goals and good intentions have been set aside for the sake of what seems like mere survival.  During this time, I have begun to learn more about who I am, and what I am capable of handling in life.  This lesson has forced me to take a closer look at my spiritual life and re-ground myself.  More importantly, I have re-learned patience, love, trust, and humility.

Right now, I am less focused on the outward and material realm and more focused on the inward and soul realm.  In other words, the goodness within.  

I am reading a book entitled, The Thunder of Silence, written by Joel S. Goldsmith.  This book is about true spiritual living.  This is my focus for the remainder of my life…a spiritual walk that allows me to be of genuine good to myself as well as the people I share this earth with.

Although this blog started with a focus on ENTREPRENEURSHIP, I am changing the focus (and re-titling it) to just be about whatever  I am spiritually led to share.

My New Venture – Mission

My family and friends would probably say that I am passionate about coaching, leading, teaching, and motivating others.  Yet, I simply want to help others feel good about themselves, be happy in this life, accomplish dreams, identify a purpose and LIVE it. 

“…I realize that being passionate about something is wonderful.  It is even better if I am able to develop a mission and set goals around my passion…I must stay focused and persistent in order to develop an organization devoted to achieving my goals.”

I made this closing statement in a post on January 5th.  I have been thinking about and working on how to achieve this ever since. 

New Venture Update:

I am exploring the non-profit world and talking to like-minded individuals about what an organization such as what I am proposing would look and feel like for those it is intended to serve.

As I continue to develop my new organization’s mission statement and develop organizational goals – I welcome the knowledge and experience of others who share the desire to help others to grow, mature, accomplish dreams, and identify their purpose.

What do you think my my mission should be for this organization?

Please comment, offer suggestions, or ask questions.

Living “The Dream”

I Have a Dream…

“In a sense we’ve come to our nation’s capital to cash a check. When the architects of our republic wrote the magnificent words of the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, they were signing a promissory note to which every American was to fall heir. This note was a promise that all men, yes, black men as well as white men, would be guaranteed the “unalienable Rights” of “Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” 

excerpt from The I Have a Dream speech.

 

This morning, as I received my first business call, I was reminded by my client that it was the “Martin Luther King holiday”.  As he joked with me using the ”I Have a Dream” tag line, I reminisced about a time in history when people in this country were so terribly divided.  I replied with, “…the fact that we are doing business together and sharing our thoughts so openly and honestly is another example of realizing Dr. King’s dream.” My client stated that Barack Obama is also proof that The Dream has been realized.  Now we have to get back to the business of making this country economically viable.

Today, our nation celebrates the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.  A man who peacefully championed the causes of civil rights for all, regardless of who they were or where they came from.  His efforts, and those of many others who worked tirelessly alongside him, were not in vain. 

Tomorrow, Barack Obama, the first African American to be elected President in this country will be inducted into office.  This is a beautiful time for our country…to realize Dr. King’s dream that we would come together as a country, setting aside biases and do what is best for all.  I am glad we are coming together as a nation and look forward to supporting our next president in facilitating “the change we need” in this country. 

This is cause for celebration and an expression of gratitude for:

• being alive and witnessing such a history making and momentous time.
• the ability to earn a living based upon my individual efforts as an entrepreneur.
• the scholars who have come before me imparting wisdom, which affords me a rich and meaningful education.
• my desire to make a positive difference in society
• the friends I have who care enough to judge me by the “content of my character” and not the color of my skin.
• this nation’s growth and maturity. 
• the many opportunities living in this country has afforded me – particularly “Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.”

Happy Thanksgiving!

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving and many people will spend time with family and friends celebrating this traditional occasion.  I am looking forward to the break from routine.  Also, the time to sit back and reflect upon all of the many blessings throughout the year that I have experienced.

Although our country is experiencing some tough financial times, and many are facing unforeseen CHANGE, it is still important to focus upon all there is to be thankful for.  Sure, that may be different for every individual, but nonetheless it is necessary to find and get in that positive place in order to persevere.

If you are one of those people who that comes naturally to, then reach out to someone else whom you know has difficulty with seeing the “silver lining” and help them create their list of things to be thankful for. 

I believe that everyday should be Thanksgiving Day (minus the calories of course)…

To all of my Blogging, Linked In, and Twitter friends…Have a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving!