by Apatterson | May 13, 2020 | Personal Growth, Vision
The truth is, we are all facing some frightening and unpredictable times. Our world has been rocked by fear and economic uncertainty. Fear has been let loose in the land and people are starting to panic.
It’s no wonder that stress is at an all time high. With losing loved ones to Covid-19, little job security, living in isolation and being bombarded by news with more tragedies, uncertainties and more losses to come, how do we even breathe?
This world is definitely in a crisis and from all of the predictions, we are going to be dealing with this for a long time. At least this is what’s being told to us.
But consider this truth. When an infectious idea begins to spread, it changes our behavior and our beliefs when a critical mass number of people adapt it. I see this happening in the world where we have started to believe more in the doom and gloom, in a dim future and the unthinkable predictions that we hear daily. And while we should pay attention to the warnings and safe guard ourselves, we cannot allow these fearful statements to change who we are.
It’s been said that we become what we believe and what we believe dictates our thoughts, conversations, choices, decisions and behaviors. It becomes our new identity and identity dictates everything in our lives.
What we are witnessing in our midst is a sheer case of “Identity Theft.” We have allowed the 24/7 news cycles, social media and voices to bombard our minds and steal the truth of who we are and what’s really possible for us. When this happens, we forget how powerful we are.
When this infectious idea begins to spread, it changes us and we become the very thing we fear…fearful! We cannot allow this to happen. Because our future depends on us. What’s happening in our world should shift us, expand us and make us better. And it should not take away our ability to be the powerful and amazing people we STILL are.
As we give up our true identity and begin to believe in a world that’s only filled with fear, pain and doubt, we relinquish our power, we panic and take on a false and mistaken identity. When this happens, we all lose. And we cannot allow this to happen.
Because the truth is, we are resilient people. We are people of power, purpose, truth and amazing strength. And regardless of what’s going on around us, we know how to fight, how to shift, how to pivot, how to reset, how to stand and how to WIN!
That’s who we are. We are not subject to anything, but to the POWER that lives on the inside of us. God created us to be more than conquerers, to rise up and to thrive. We cannot allow the outside negative noise to take away our true identity of people who were born to win, born to prosper, born to rise.
“You are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light” (1 Peter 2:9).
Covide 19 is real, but so is the Power of God to transcend time and space, to heal and to help us to flourish beyond these arising times. One thing that remains constant is our ability to stand tall in the face of this invisible enemy and declare that we are bigger than it…and together we will stand in our truth of who we are and in our infinite brilliance and possibility.
Take precaution and prepare when you go out like wearing your mask, social distancing and washing your hands. These are things we must do in the world right now. But doing these things should NEVER diminish or change WHO you are.
The airways are embedded with news and noise. Choose what you take in that will help you to navigate this new world. But throw away that which is trying to convince you that you are something other than WHO you really are.
Don’t you dare give up. Do not let this crisis steal your identity. Don’t you dare relinquish your truth, your power, your dreams, your ideas and your trust in God to get us through this…That’s who we are. Believe in the promises of God. Believe in the truth of who you are and what’s possible for your life.
We have been challenged with a case of Identity Theft and Mistaken Identity. Now it’s time to REMEMBER WHO YOU ARE…join me today as we all embark up our GREAT REMEMBERING. Be at ease in your strength and at rest in your POWER. Now ROAR!
by Apatterson | May 6, 2020 | Personal Growth
There are so many amazing people out there that are offering some incredible programs, services, products and events. It’s sometimes difficult to know which is best for you. There’s a ton of resources for how to pivot your business during this Pandemic and economic downturn.
People are posting information on how to get help, how to work together and collaborate and even how to find the cash cow in your business that you maybe over looking. I am always amazed at the genius and brilliance that you all bring to the table and how selfless you are in sharing.
While 100% of my coaching clients are entrepreneurs, I am NOT a business coach. I am a Life and Success Strategist because I believe you can’t have a career that matters without having a life that matters.
Over the years, I’ve built 3 successful companies literally from scratch. These companies have taken me around the world and afforded me the opportunities to work with some of the most powerful movers and shakers in the business world and the entertainment industry. I’ve produced events and shows in Los Angeles, NYC, Atlanta and Myrtle Beach. I’ve dined and entertained meetings with high profile celebrities, CEOs, Billionaires, and yes, mobsters. It’s definitely been a journey. And I am far from done.
Yet, as I look back on my 37 years of entrepreneurship, there’s one thing that has remain constant and that is people’s innate drive for meaning, direction, truth and purpose. There’s an inner most longing and knowing that we are here to fulfill a divine plan and purpose in our lives. And until we discover and live in alignment with this divine purpose and plan, we go through life sensing that something is missing. It doesn’t matter how much money you make, how much fame you achieve or how successful you become, you will never be completely fulfilled or happy until you tap into that sweet spot of living God’s original divine plan and purpose for your life. You may become successful in life, but you’re not WINNING.
I’ve sat across from folks who could buy anything in the world. They live like many of us dream of living. Yet, there’s a hollow hole in their soul because they are searching for something more meaningful, more miraculous and more magical in life. I call this, The Awakened Life.
While, I know how to help a client scale a company, position herself for bigger opportunities, increase revenues and plan their next level growth, I also know how to help them give birth to a brand that aligns with their divine plan and purpose in life. Because herein lies the key to sustainable, long lasting success.
Nowadays, I spend my time coaching clients from around the world, running my Fatherless Daughters Network and partnering in major national and international joint venture projects.
But the highlight of my work is when I get to teach the “Study of Life.”, where I am inspiring others to others embark upon a “A Sacred Journey to Unfold Their Soul’s Destiny.” As I move into my Legacy work as a seasoned woman over 50…headed towards 60, I am intentional about my next level calling.
You see, we work and rest, eat and sleep, make money and spend it, have our share of pleasures and difficulties, and navigate through many life seasons and cycles. But the fundamental pursuit and discovery of our divine purpose is what brings us true, freedom, abundance, joy, rich and lasting fulfillment. This the true meaning of life.
God has given each of us a divine plan and purpose. I want to encourage you to make this your highest priority and primary pursuit in life. When you do, you will begin to experience a life of infinite opportunities and possibilities and unleash your greatest potential to shine in the world. This is our Awakened Life. A Life Reimagined and Success Redefined.
by Apatterson | Apr 21, 2020 | Personal Growth
The late great Myles Monroe once said, “The poorest person in the world is a person without a dream. And the most frustrated person in the world is someone who has a dream but doesn’t know how to make it a reality.”
As we all are impacted by the Covid-19 virus and these uncertain economic times, it can cause many people to stop dreaming or put their dreams on hold. Because we become so consumed with trying to survive that we lose site of our dreams.
I want to encourage you to never give up on your dreams and now is the time to dig deeper and go after them more than ever. Your dreams will give you the strength to keep going even when it seems like nothing is going right. Your dreams give you hope when there seems to be none. I can assure you that if you remain focused and committed to your vision and your dreams, you will overcome any obstacle that comes your way.
Commit to building bigger dreams and giving birth to bigger visions. No matter how hard or challenging times get, never give up. Because your vision, your dream is the key to fulfilling your life’s purpose. As someone once said, “People who dream big, do big things and people who do big things…they change the world.”
