Here’s a little story I’m compelled to share with you: When I resigned from my job back in November of 2007, I was all about expressing my music. As the artsy/graphic design side of me has always been there, I was not comfortable expressing it as well as my photography abilities alongside my music.

I was literally afraid to reveal all of  ’what I call my talents’ because people have a tendency to think you have placed yourself on a pedestal, and that you think you are better than them! Trust me; I’m so not an on-a-pedestal kind of lady, and definitely not one to think I’m better than anyone. I’m your average home-girl who simply loves people.

I was a very shy child (can you believe it? lol) and I’m always very modest in my work. I don’t throw praises about myself and I don’t consider myself as being the best at anything. I’m me. I don’t need to claim anything other than that. I do what I do because it is what I do. The only thing I am ‘best’ with is simply being who I was designed to be.

My point is, after I released that energy of holding back all the gifts God had placed in me – God took over and began to shower me more abundantly. It’s like HE was patiently waiting on me to stop hiding HIS works! Who am I to have made such a decision? I was fearful, but that’s only normal and in that regard – I was also selfish. I know I’m now living my purpose.

Whether you are multi-talented or single gifted, don’t be afraid to express yourself. Everything has purpose. Know when your time has arrived. I was afraid, yet; I was fully prepared to move forward.

I want you to look deep inside yourself and really know what you are here to do. And then go out there and do it with fear (only because it’s normal), but without reservation. Listen to the small voice which tells you to stay strong, motivated within yourself, and free of people who are negatively influencing you.

That loner side of me is more evident these days because I’m on a mission. I have no time for interruptions. I’m focused and I’m determined about something I breathe for. When I say loner-ship -please don’t mistake that for not surrounding myself with people who are fruitful in my life. We all need people we trust and who are focused on similar goals. Don’t believe for one minute you can do this alone!

I want this story to bring you light and direction. Don’t lose your blessings. If it’s in you to create – then you better be doing it. All of it! And watch your life unfold right before your eyes. Allow fear to define your strength.