Proper Risk Management
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Looking back at the last few years of my life I can gratefully share that although my life has not been easy or perfect, it has certainly been filled with a lot of great lessons and blessings. I am most proud of the fact that not only did I go through some things, but I grew through them, each time I developed a new skill and awareness that helped me moving forward to make better choices. The experiences we got through in life are not ours to internalize and allow to rob us of experiencing new and fulfilling things to come. Growing up we often hear the warnings like keeping our business to ourselves , do not talk to strangers , no new friends , in all honesty I have grown to realize that all of those were limits and fears that had nothing to do with us being placed on us.. The idea of staying connected to only the people, places, and things we are familiar with is evidence of living in fear of the unknown by settling for less than we deserve. What we have always known and the things that provides us with comfort will continue to only bring us just that comfort. life is about having fun, taking risks, experiencing challenges, learning and growing from them. a few years ago at a business conference a very wealthy man said “new solves all “ and when I first heard it I didn’t fully understand it ,but as I continued on my journey of personal development the more I began to connect with those words more . The places I once attended frequently did not feel the same then, the people and conversations I once enjoyed and spent a lot of time with no longer interest me the same, which led to me having to make difficult but very necessary selfish decisions.
It is very important that we understand that not everyone that starts with us will finish with us, and secondly to ensure that we never put our faith and trust in men instead try trusting God with our whole heart. The plans we have are subjected to change according to God’s will and plans for us , but the people ,places , things ,and choices we make is our responsibility to ensure that we are not losing more of ourselves but that there Is always value being added. The road to true success and freedom is never easy but it is always a choice that we have to make and when we do, we must be ready to be all in. The challenge for most comes in understanding that in the beginning it becomes a very lonely and personal walk with you and God and that is okay. I call this the personal development period where much practice of self-love, self-awareness, self-discipline, integrity, and consistency is mastered. To manage our risks of being distracted or knocked off of our square properly trust is key , trusting that although in this moment I may desire to have people on board with me and although I may feel alone I know that I am never alone and that God is preparing me for the people ,places , and things he has in store for me, which will be worth the wait. The less we try to lean on our own understanding and choose to remain loyal to what we have always know and who we have always known and been we are shifting to being open to allow room for things to be removed , replaced, and we be restored. To not be attached to the things of this world is to be connected to God’s will for our lives.
In closing I want to share these words of encouragement as a reminder of the fact that we have one life to live and it does not matter how long we live, what matters is how we live. The most powerful choice a person can make is to choose to walk in faith and live with purpose. In everything we do it is important that we do nothing without purpose and great intentions for our lives and always be bold enough to be an example to others, by doing and being the best that we can be. The goal is not perfection, but self-mastery is key and taking steps that brings froth progress daily is choosing to win at life daily. The most important gift a person can give to themselves is to choose to live an unapologetically happy life without regrets or resentment. Do what you feel and love and never apologizing for doing just that, traditions and expectations are meant to be changed and disregarded , what we cannot disregard is the calling on our lives, so never become a prisoner to the script that has been written for you and expected of you to follow. Life is precious and every moment spent living for others is moments we can never get back. Practice proper risk management in your life by not being afraid to take risks to live out loud and pursue your passion but minimize the risk of holding on to seasonal people after their expiration date. staying in places that you have outgrown and playing with your own potential by settling for less or just enough. Rise up every day and make a conscious decision to not be defeated by life , “no matter what may come I am going to continue to laugh ,to push pass my limits and choose to utilize the power .and gifts that God has blessed me with to not just survive in life but to thrive in life , love , purpose and adventures. I am practicing proper risk management in my life because I know that there are risks worth taking and risks that can cost me my happiness, my peace, and purpose in life.
“The Only Risks Worth Taking Are The Ones That Push You Further Into Discovering Your Greatness. To Risk Or Compromise Your Freedom. Happiness, And Purpose Is Like Existing Without Reasons To Live.
Shanett McNeill ”