Building Bricks of Success: Navigating Turbulent Waters When Your First Instinct is to Return to Jack-assery.

In the grand scheme of life, there are those who simply drift along the currents of existence, directionless and purposeless. And then, there are those who, despite humble beginnings, set their sights on the horizon, fueled by a burning passion for a dream that shimmers in the distance. I belong to the latter group – a dreamer with calloused hands and a steely resolve. Shoveling through whatever shit gets stirred up within me as I go.

My journey begins on the ground floor, where the air is thick with uncertainty and the path ahead shrouded in mystery. I used to hate mystery, I'm still growing towards learning to like it. We shall call it a work in progress for now we all struggle with the need to control at some point in our lives, it is a big theme that has run through mine unchecked for quite sometime. A learned behavior I am now strengthening my mind to defeat. It is here that the first bricks of my success are being carefully laid, each one a testament to my unwavering commitment to reach heights that others might deem unattainable. The ground may be solid beneath my feet, but the future I envision is vast and boundless. I see the end but sometimes fail to enjoy the path of getting there. As a mentor (Brandon Johnson) once said, "When we go to the movies, would we just want to see the ending?" The answer is no of course not, we would be pissed if that is how the whole movie was just the celebration at the end and we would have questions. Brandon would also be the first to tell you its best not to ask "How".

While some may recoil at the sight of humble beginnings, I embrace them wholeheartedly. For it is within these modest origins that the seeds of greatness are sown. I am not deterred by the lack of grandeur in my present circumstances, for I know that success is not a destination but a journey. Every small step I take today paves the way for the giant leaps I will make tomorrow. Even when I at times find myself blinded to the vision of that, we all find moments in which we feel "Lost" or ask ourselves if we have made some grave mistake. I take ownership of any "mistakes" I seem to have made for what would have me writing so beautifully in this moment if I had not encountered the challenges in which continue to help me find my absolute greatness in. These moments are easily returned to clarity with what I would call a swift kick in the ass. Given by myself, or some of my other peers in which I have great respect for or the mentor named above. Who has my upmost respect.

Life is not a placid lake but a tempestuous ocean, prone to sudden squalls and turbulent storms that threaten to capsize even the sturdiest of ships. Navigating these treacherous waters requires more than just skill; it demands resilience, fortitude, and an unyielding faith in one's compass. I may not have all the answers or a foolproof map, but I know deep in my core the direction in which I am headed. I know in my heart what kind of change I wish to make on the world. I also know that it is only a matter of time before the world will know my name, I believe that strongly in my calling and my faith continues to grow with each passing day like a deep love that I even have trouble trying to find the correct words to explain. I know that there is a need for my abilities and my insight. I must keep finding my true north when the waves threaten to toss me off the ship and back into oblivion.

In a world fraught with chaos and uncertainty, it is easy to lose sight of one's true purpose. The cacophony of voices clamoring for attention can drown out the still, small voice within that whispers of dreams yet unfulfilled. Or the stout faith that each and every one of us has a calling. We can chose to rise to the occasion, but that takes guts and uncertainty. We also have the choice to let it rule us right out into the matrix and back into an endless loop of brainwashing to rid of us of our power and true strength Amidst the noise and confusion, I remain steadfast in my resolve, unswayed by the doubts and fears that seek to extinguish the flames of my ambition, or the devil knocking when your brain is not idle and at peace. Believe me when I say those thoughts that limit you, come and sound like your voice, but question them. Question the thoughts as they arise. You will find that most no longer hold sway over you. It is as easy as recognizing them, feeling what you feel inside and then dismissing the shit out of the negativity. Only keep that which makes you feel good in your heart. It shall never steer you wrong despite what life has thrown at you.

As I stand on the ground floor, with the weight of my ambitions pressing down upon me, I am reminded of the words of a wise soul: "The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." I may be just starting out, my pockets devoid of riches and my path riddled with uncertainties, but I march forward undaunted. Through the storms and tribulations that lie ahead, I know that I will emerge victorious, for I have the courage to dream and the tenacity to turn those dreams into reality. I also have unwavering faith in the magic of this world, it has been shown to me time and time again when I have quieted myself in difficult times.

In a world where many are content to drift aimlessly, I choose to chart my course, firmly anchored by my dreams and propelled by the unwavering belief that no matter how turbulent the waters may be, I will reach the shores of success, I also believe it can happen for me any moment because I chose to seize what is rightfully mine and be obedient to my calling and purpose in this life time. So I call to you to embrace your small beginnings, for they are but stepping stones to a future filled with promise and possibility. Let the fires of your dreams illuminate the path ahead, guiding you through the darkest of nights until you stand triumphant at the summit of your aspirations.

With every brick laid, with every storm weathered, remember: your journey is uniquely yours, and each challenge you overcome brings you one step closer to the realization of your most audacious dreams. I mean that with every fiber of my being. There are no road blocks, there are no stopping points, only the limits in which you wish to put upon yourself. You must remind yourself of this time and time again. Addressing the bad thoughts, feelings emotions that will inevitably challenge you to grow your mindset. Let the ground floor be not just a starting point, but a launchpad to the heights of success you dare to reach. Let the repeated and purposeful mindset change your life for nothing but the better. Show yourself grace when the world feels like it has shown you none. Know you are only but one person in a vast universe and you cannot possibly be everything and yet you are not nothing either.

As I continue the journey of my growth I am reminded that a bad day does not equal a bad life, bumps in the road are opportunities to learn something about yourself, or see the magic with in the world. There is never a dark night of the soul only a birthing of a new day one in which anything and everything is possible if you believe and strive to grow in mind body and spirit. You are never alone, you are good enough. Hell you are majestic and you will survive this too.