If you’re like me, the above title takes you back to the old school church hymn and you’re singing and tapping your foot right now. Honestly, I am a lover of music and spoken word so, it doesn’t take much to make me to find a song to match any phrase, title, word or situation. Okay, let me get off of my soapbox and get straight to the point. Everyone has a story to tell and, I encourage you in THIS SEASON, to go RUN & TELL IT! No, I am not encouraging you to be a blabber mouth or a gossiper; however, if you are one, YOUR STORY needs to be the only one you speed your wheels to run and tell. [In laymen’s terms: mind your own business and worry about yourself. I mean that with the upmost respect and love though, lol.] As a writer, editor, media personality/radio host and author’s consultant, I am always interviewing other people and creating ways for them and their business to tell their story. Some clients label me as The Book Whisper: I hear sonnets, titles, chapters and book series in the most basic conversations. As an author’s consultant, I find so many people that possess pearls of wisdom and keys of transformation for thousands but they have yet to share it! Often I am taken aback and excited in the first few minutes of conversation and my creative juices start flowing as I envision their platform & expansion possibilities. I said all of that to say this: DO NOT waste one more second of your time, life and potential sitting on your goldmine, wealth, power and purpose by NOT sharing your story. I realize everyone will not be a published author, although I am on a quest to make that a reality. Real Talk: creation is dying—emotionally, spiritually, physically and often unnaturally—creation NEEDS YOU! You are a subject matter expert in the journey of your life; even if others tell you that you are insignificant and ordinary. There is nothing ordinary about you or your existence and there hasn’t been since the day you were born. Would you have the cure for cancer or aids and not share it? Of course you wouldn’t but you do it every day when you don’t share your story. The song says, can’t nobody tell it, like I can tell it: so, why are you quiet? I have people approach me all the time and ask if Alesha Brown LLC* offers ghostwriting services. Sure, if necessary, but my talent is in showing you how you can write, publish and share YOUR story effortlessly and inexpensively. I don’t mind pulling it out of you; I just don’t want to write 100% of it for you because then your story loses its power, authenticity and possibly its intended purpose. So, on this Motivational Monday, I encourage you . . . no I beg of you . . . to share your story. Don’t worry about the proper grammar, word choice, usage, catchy taglines; there are enough people like me that can assist you with that, if needed. Rather, operate in the realization and authority that you were created to be a powerful force to be reckoned with by transforming power found in your story. Now I do encourage you to use wisdom and seek the Creator’s guidance in who, how and where to share your story. So, I’ll leave you with the question depicted in the opening picture: What is your story? Whatever it is, write it, make it plain and go run and tell it! As I always say, “Don’t just survive; be determined to thrive!” --Alesha Brown, The Joy Guru President and CEO, Alesha Brown LLC* www.thejoyguru.net [email protected] *Alesha Brown LLC offers author/writing consultation services to help people write their story and share their testimony. As an advocate on a mission to reverse the damage of abuse, she encourages others to write their story to pay it forward and create a circle of healing.
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I went to write/type in my journal and was amazed; a perfect discovery for a Motivational Monday. I had a hard time finding where it was on my thumb drive; exactly how long had it been since I wrote in this thing? 11/3/14 and that was to announce my excitement over my first book being published on Createspace. Which started me thinking . . . A dream, over 20 years in the making, finally came true; then what? Well, a dream that came to fruition forced me to put my purpose in motion and turned into a platform. Almost a year later, I write for magazines, radio broadcasts, social media groups and clients—none of which were a part of my initial vision. I write so much for others that I have to ask myself, when was the last time you wrote anything for you? Passions, as well as pain/struggles and heartaches, are the fuel to ignite your fire so that you can walk boldly in your purpose. Indeed you will find yourself in places that you once only dreamed of and in dimensions that your eyes never envisioned. Sounds wonderful? Here’s a reality disclaimer: to whom much is given, much is required. I have no regrets especially when I look back over my life and the things I have survived. I am blessed to have the support and company of some amazing people as well as pour into the lives of so many while helping others achieve their greatness. I have interviewed celebrities, millionaires and noteworthy individuals that most pay to interact with. The most exciting part about it is I have only just begun; the true measure of what I have set out to accomplish has yet to be reached. Yet, I always remember God’s admonishment as I started out on this journey. You’re going to accomplish some amazing things and go to places you once only dreamed of. You will be in the presence of influential people that you never thought you would. People will seek your company, advice and knowledge. Just remember, the more success you achieve, the greater the strongholds, vices, enticements and demonic influences that will encounter, especially in the lives of those around you. You will be tempted but, be strong and, remember that I am God. At first I was a little baffled; how did we go from me accomplishing things I never imagined to heightened demonic influences? I didn’t know whether I should abandon ship or press on. A few months later, the message was clear. How easy it is to get wrapped up in the doing/busy work while forgetting the reason for the mission. I am not exempt and struggle to find consistent balance frequently. However, one of the things that saddens me greatly is witnessing the brokenness and insecurities of so many highly esteemed people. True, just because you’re successful doesn’t mean you don’t have problems. I just find it amazing how you can be so well loved, revered and inspire the masses, to only return home feeling insignificant and unsure. I WAS amazed until my seat was upgraded and my viewpoint was higher; my understanding increased. So, as you start another work week and busy day, ask yourself: am I listening to my heart’s cry? What is my soul or spirit saying? The longer I live the more I see that we often refuse to take the time to silence the world in order to listen. No wonder we often struggle with issues of fulfillment and unrest. -Alesha Brown, The Joy Guru Author/Motivational Speaker/Media Personality/Joy Enthusiast thejoyguru.net President, Alesha Brown LLC Amazon Published Author I had some exciting moments last week and, as usual, I talked to God as I reflected on them. Some of them made me chuckle; some of them surprised me and others were long awaited promises. Nevertheless, I started off my conversation with God with the words, “Isn’t it ironic . . .” Before I could finish, he stopped me mid-sentence. His reply was simple but profound: It isn’t ironic; I’ve always envisioned these things for you. The irony comes in your taking this long to finally see what I see. No one can hug you and slap you in the face simultaneously like God; no one. Now you meditate on that and see where it applies in your life. --Alesha Brown, The Joy Guru Author/Motivational Speaker/Media Personality/Joy Enthusiast thejoyguru.net President, Alesha Brown LLC Amazon Published Author |
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