As we grow we are told what to eat, what to say, how to act, what’s acceptable in the world and what’s not, what our goals should be and if we will go to college or work. At times life reminds me of the movie “The Runaway Bride”. Julia Roberts didn’t know what kind of eggs she really liked until the end of the show. She was so busy trying to like and be like her newest fiancé. It”s bad when we forget who we are, but worse when we never got to know who we are.

As we grow and this becomes the norm, allowing our friends to determine who should be our friends and who should not, just to fit in robs us blind of friendships that could have been great. Let’s face it even the kids that are popular have faults (even if they don’t think so). Now we move unto adulthood. We learn to cover up what is not NORMAL and acceptable in the rims of our world. We are told act this way, say that, do this and your business will grow, or that group will accept you. You have to have this degree or that to join our club. We start as my children say being fake. Then who really knows you or what you have to offer?  No one!

The life I was born into was not pretty, but it made me who I am and I personally think I am wonderful. I have loads to offer and I love the underdog. Many will reach out and help you if you are making X amount of money or your business is peaking. There are very few companies out there to reach out and help you succeed just because that’s what they do. I found through my journey of Entrepreneurship that I wanted to embrace my past and my present. I want to help those who are just getting started or are afraid of the unknown. Those who dream, but don’t know where to go. I was designed to help those who have walked in my shoes and took a different route than I did.

I am not here to sell my workshop, but to speak about it. I came on with Diamond House nonprofit group in Portsmouth, Va to help reach those who need help in all areas of life. One way I am doing this is by providing workshops for women to begin their dreams and decided it would be offered at a low price so many can afford it. (If you are interested, you can find out more at Facebook.com/bonniesbradshaw) Dreaming is just that a dream, but when you take action it becomes your reality. What’s your reality? Are you happy and fulfilled with your life and career?  If not why not?  Do yourself a favor and soul search where you are and where you want to be. It may surprise you.

Be powerful, be courageous, be determined my friend. Life will be sweeter when you do.

As we go I will be sharing parts of my childhood, as I am finishing up my very first book. The first of many. I hope my stories will inspire you to take action in your life. I will be speaking in late March for Diamond House Youth Summit in Portsmouth, VA at the Churchland Library. If you live close I hope to see you there with your youth.

Until next time,

 

~Bonnie