The Power of You
Written by: Haseena Shaheed-Jackson, Executive Contributor
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Within you is the power that will enable you to pursue and realize your vision. Your power is your mind, heart, and heart.
Your mind is a powerful resource and tool. It is comprised of two major components the conscious and the subconscious. As such, you must work to bring your subconscious to consciousness. You must believe in yourself. Focus on the evidence that you can do what you believe you can do. Keep your focus on the results and progress because it is proof of what you can accomplish. You are the author of your story. Allow your attitude to provide the fuel to your actions, reflecting what is in your heart. Be confident and bold. Have a mindset of can, removing the word cannot. Believe in what you can do, and your mind will find ways to make it happen.
Your heart is a vital organ in the body. It is the central core of your being. The heart is the source of your emotions. Without a heart, you could not live. Your heart speaks to your courage, which will propel you forward, enabling you to take action. Your actions are a reflection of what is in our hearts. Your heart fuels your passion, cause, and purpose. It will fill you with the strength to conquer the Goliaths in your life, overcoming obstacles and storms which are distractions. Distractions to dissuade you from pursuing your vision.
Your spirit reveals what is in your heart and mind. It is the essence of who you are. It is the greatness that is within you. Your spirit speaks when you do not know what to say and guides you when you do not know what to do. It is your guidance counselor in the application of your knowledge resulting in your obtaining wisdom. You must lean into your spirit because it will aid you in making the right decisions and choices to realize your vision.
Use your power to know who you are, believing in your vision, and being courageous in the pursuit and protection of your vision.
Know who you are. Reflect on the story that makes you who you are. Your story is the catalyst that launches you on the journey of your life. You must uncover your talents. You can be your greatest fear and roadblock to using your talents. Know and believe that you have talents. It is for you to use your talents to the fullest. Thus, you must make the action a habit setting the goal of being excellent. Do not settle for mediocrity. Believe in your talents, unleashing their full potential.
Believe in and protect yours in your vision. Know that what you visualize is possible and obtainable. You must be persistent and consistent in your actions and habits. Remain focused. You must be committed to your dreams. Dreams remain dreams without commitment, action, and sacrifice. Do not allow others to detour or distract you from your course. You must be courageously persistent and optimistic in the pursuit and protection of your vision.
Be courageous. Being afraid is part of achieving success. Use your courage to conquer your fear. You must have the courage to fulfill the role and reason for your existence. Lack of courage and depth will lead to your failing, not utilizing your talents, and unleashing your potential. You must be willing to face the demons within yourself where you will be uncomfortable and result in your growth and development. Overcome the battle within yourself. Otherwise, you will self-sabotage realizing your vision.
Believe in the power that is within you. Lean in and be fully committed to the pursuit of your vision.
Haseena Shaheed-Jackson, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine
Mrs. Haseena Shaheed-Jackson is a Certified Coach, Speaker, and Trainer under the John Maxwell Team. She is the author of Reflections Within and Messages from the Spirit. Her mission is to add value to people to add value to others by intentionally growing, resulting in transformation and changing their world. Growth is a continual process that never ceases. It is a lifetime commitment that must become a habit. Ms. Jackson is the Owner of Faith, Hope, and Spirit, LLC, which offers training, coaching, and speaking in growth, development, leadership, and influence. For over 30 years, she has held leadership and management positions for various companies and organizations, where her responsibilities included mentoring, coaching, development, and training. She hosts a monthly networking group, Connecting and Collaborating to Thrive (CC2T). CC2T focuses on developing relationships and establishing a community. She actively seeks to form partnerships with others to make a difference and be impactful.
