On 12/19/2012, I shared with you some insight on the newness of things to come regarding the Dream Free or Die! brand and how I needed to take a moment to listen and absorb information pertaining not only to the direction in which Dream Free or Die! is to go, but also the path that I must take in order to fulfill my purpose. The process that I have undergone over the past year or so in coming into awareness of such things has been absolutely enlightening and phenomenal! I can only pray that you will have a similar experience during your journey. As we take a moment to get reacquainted, I wanted to share with you a bit of what I’ve learned and the steps I’ve taken toward realizing it tangibly. On the “About the Author” page, I stated:
Through prayer, meditating and hearing lessons, speeches and sermons from a number of sources – I was not only reminded of my purpose in my gift, but also realized my purpose and desire of being a tangible example to others in helping them to realize their own purpose and gifts; and how to get back on the path of living their lives by way of it.
Through the very same means referenced above, I continue to seek answers and guidance in next steps — realizing that what I am to be and what I do will inevitably be to serve, touch and help others in some way while it provides me with a fulfillment. Around mid-2012, I began to realize that it’s more than the day-to-day things that might hinder someone from being able to pursue their dreams or fulfill their purpose. True, the busy comings and goings of family, work, and life can definitely provide obstacles great and impeding; yet for some, it may go much deeper than that where a simple change in schedule or a word of encouragement may simply not be enough.
I’ve had my own set of deep seeded issues that required resolution (or at least a level of understanding) before I could move of forward. And in knowing this about myself and fully accepting that I’m not much different than the next person, I then understood that I had to do and be more than just some motivational blogger or speaker. More than a writer and editor. More than the mundane existence that is my day job. I had to pursue a path that would lead me in a direction to help people on a deeper level – to lend some assistance in freeing them to live better and, perhaps, seek their own respective purposes and grasps their individual dreams.
So, I enrolled in a Masters of Arts program to become a licensed counselor/therapist. I just started school in January and, in all honesty, it is absolutely trying and exceedingly tough considering everything else on my plate. However, I’m fueled by what I believe is the reality I’m meant to live in, purposed to be. The level of sincerity in which I desire to help others reach new levels, break out of complacency, realize their purpose and experience out and out joy is unfathomable. And I simply can’t wait to gain the knowledge and credentials to do that on a greater scale. But for now, I Dream Free or Die! with each of you.
So now that I’m “back” and ready to share with you more motivation and encouragement, services and information; I can’t wait to find out what you’ve been up to! Comment or send me a message and let’s get reacquainted. And stand by because there’s more to come … I’ve been busy building some things even outside of going back to school that I think you will be very interested in! Stand by and Good Morning!