I’ve always felt an intense burning inside to write meaningful words and create content that other people could relate to and feel inspired by. For the majority of my young adult life, this has taken form in Facebook posts and Instagram captions. I write mostly about my perspective on life, our potential impact on the world, and offer encouragement to remind others to keep going.
I can’t explain why I do it, I just feel the need to get the words that are stirring in my heart out into the world. It has less to do with people reading them and far more to do with knowing that they exist. And through existing, perhaps one person- just one- will read them and it will be exactly what they need to hear for the season of life that they are in.
Notice what’s Natural.
Recently, this stirring in my heart has been relentless and I’ve felt a heavy conviction for having ignored it for so long. For over two years, I have had ambitions to start my own blog however, this idea typically surfaced around the New Year and returned in December when there was nothing to show.
Finally, in September of 2018, I silenced the excuses. I stopped reasoning that I didn’t know how to start a blog, what to write, or who would read it. I muted any fear that believed my blog would fail, only last a few months, or be read by no one. It didn’t matter. None of it.
My heart was speaking and I had kept silent for too long. I started my blog that you’re reading today at the end of 2018. I write about it all– book recommendations, self-care, my favorite influencers, following your dreams, traveling through Europe, and anything in between– nothing is off limits.
When you have a strong “why”- a really strong, passionate, purpose-driven “why”- the validation you receive from doing it doesn’t matter– that isn’t what fuels you. You do it because that is what you were created to do.
Stop Stressing over the Uncertainty.
I don’t know what your “why” looks like. I have no idea where you are in the process of pursuing it. Maybe you listened to your heart long ago and have been faithfully working towards your dream with fierce determination. If that describes you then round of applause; you are seriously a rockstar!
On the flip side, perhaps you’re more like I was; you sense this whisper in your spirit, this nudge, that is encouraging you to go for it.
But you’re scared. You’re uncertain. You have no idea where to start.
Sister, I’ve been there. You are not alone. Pursuing your dream is totally scary.
Do it afraid. That is my advice to you. Do it with sweaty palms and a shaking voice.
Take the First Step.
I challenge you to start TODAY. And once you’ve started, every step that comes after feels slightly more natural. Eventually, you’re walking out your purpose without even realizing because it’s become more normal than sitting back and staying silent.
Live boldly. Your future self thanks you.
My intention for this page is that you find encouragement and a sense of worthiness. I pray my words and stories propel you to live out your truth. You are only as amazing as you let yourself be. Welcome.
Xoxo, Al