Chapter 1:

Freedom, Clarity and Growth

But until a person can say deeply and honestly, ” I am today because of the choices I made yesterday, “that person cannot say, “I choose otherwise.” – Stephen R. Covey

Salutations are in order after an impromptu hiatus from this writing space. I’ve been on somewhat of a life-living journey filled with lessons, tears, growth, therapy, and a gamut of experiences. I felt lost along the way and felt out of touch with my purpose, my “why,” but through my assorted experiences, I gained an immense sense of mental fortitude, which has been strengthened tenfold. I hate to admit it, but character development is often cultivated through life’s challenges. It sucks, right?

I can be honest: I am a stickler for wanting to balance the “life of ease” tightrope and loathe the knock-out lessons that can’t be kept at bay. Through the arduous task of adulting, I’ve realized that you will become a restored person on the other side. Sorry guys, lol; our parents were right. During my departure, I’ve had the unfortunate pleasure of medical concerns, which necessitated an invasive procedure, a bit of a chaotic whirlwind romantic relationship that we’ve finally decided to let go of, and what I call my quarterly existential crisis of not feeling fulfilled or the full zest of life I usually have. But through it all, I wouldn’t trade my journey because it is a part of who I am. It has fostered an intense capacity to sit with myself and process my thoughts and feelings.

It has created a raw and vulnerable sense of self, and I am now keenly aware of my wants and needs. I don’t run from the hard-hitting spells and have learned to “go through it,” as the adage says. I feel like a more authentic version of myself; I celebrate all parts, including the awkward, shy, and sensitive parts. I don’t want to be perfect by the stretch of the imagination. I only strive to live on my own accord, loudly, abundantly, and to be in flow. To be the best-aligned version of myself with multi-colored convoluted sprinkles on top. This is Keisha. Come back so we can chat more!  

• Threads
• Facebook
• Pinterest