Inspiration 101!
It was just about 2 years ago,that the concept of me writing a book was first addressed.One of the driving voices behind that idea was my friend Adina. Adina had a few months earlier, taken a huge leap of faith and made the choice to follow that little voice inside of her that had grown into a roar. It was a voice that said "Go for it!". It was a voice that over the years, bolstered by mentors and coaches who all deliver similar messages, could no longer be ignored.Their repeated message was clear. Find what it is that you want to go after,set your sights on it, and do not let anything stand in your way until you get there.During our phone call,Adina, confided in me saying "your writing inspires me. It's my dream to be able to do that.....to write and inspire others". Coming from this person who I respect and admire, I began my research towards the path to become a "published author".
So why am I sharing this with you today? Why am I even thinking about this one isolated phone conversation I had sitting in my car in an empty parking lot on a hot summer's afternoon?
Here's why......
Today, my dear friend Adina launches her new book on Amazon!My friend,supporter,mentor and colleague who hoped to someday,be able to write to inspire others, has followed her dream and made it a reality.How cool is that!
Today is launch day and by day's end,her goal is to be on the Amazon best seller's list,a goal I am confident she will achieve. She has worked tirelessly at building her dream. Over the last 3 years, I have been privileged to watch as she has grown in her profession and career,adding one element at a time,never straying and always being focused towards achieving her dream. Along the way,new dreams and aspirations have presented themselves, along with new opportunities,which she has continuously and bravely followed up on.
In a world of heroes and role models, she can be sure of one thing today. She is inspiring others....starting with yours truly!
A note-I had hesitated using Adina's name in my writing. I thought about going back and changing it out for the pronoun "she" or something similar. From the day I met Adina,her impact on my life has been too important to ever be anonymous.I am blessed to be able to write about my friend colleague and mentor.
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