Name It Claim It

Name It Claim It

In life it comes a time when you realize the only limitations the world put on you are the ones you put on yourself. It's funny how this realization comes about for people. For me, it's came from my Autistic Son Zion, who says, what he going to do and does it. 

Now, it would be easier said than done, if he was a natural at doing the things he tries but he always has limited skills when he begins. What's amazing about him is that he does not mind starting at the bottom because he says there's only one way to go, UP. 

He taught me so much about being limitless and how a can do spirit can make a difference in anything you do in life. He is so optimistic and plays the Name It and Claim It game. I am so impressed with how he overcomes every obstacle that Autism puts in front of him. 

When he began playing football, he would chase his shadow and this year he was awarded MVP Defensive End of his 130 pound team. It took time, determination, and skill development but he never quit. Then he told me, he would be on honor roll. I knew that would be a task because he had trouble staying in his seat but, he accomplished his goal. It took until 4th grade to get on honor roll, but just like he said, "He would be on honor roll like the rest of my kids". So, once again he challenged his will and decided to pick up a basketball in 6th grade. He came home and said, "I am going to tryout for my school basketball team ." I stated, "how, you don't know how to play?" He told me he would figure it out. Now, he's not just playing for his school. He also plays for an AAU basketball team. 

The moral of this story is never put limitations on your kids or anyone else. Always encourage them and show them how they can overcome their short comings instead of highlighting them. Make sure they turn every obstacle into an opportunity. Believe in their dream and provide them with the support and avenue to develop their skills.

This is what Autism has done for me and my 13 year old son.  If he has made a believer out of me by Naming it and Claiming It...you can make a believer out of someone too.

#Dr.Wilson

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DO IT SCARED!

Do it Scared!

Is there something you want to do in your life but you have not done it because you are afraid? Was your fear so strong that you talked yourself out of it but you kept thinking about it? This is what happens when you have something in your spirit that’s trying to manifest. It will keep resurfacing until you finally get the courage to do it. 

Ask yourself, "What are you afraid of? Are you scared that you will fail or people will not approve? Is it that you are afraid that you will not exceed your expectations?  Well, the reality is, you will not know what will happen until you try. 

The feeling of being scared has occurred to me many times and I still have to get over it when I am starting something new. In 2009, fear almost stopped me from entering my Doctoral Program. My greatest fear was that I did not write well enough to complete the dissertation. I was so scared that it took me a month to submit my admissions essay, but I am glad I did. Fear could have stopped me but I did it scared and now I am Dr. Sheena Wilson.

Not fulfilling your dreams because you are scared only ends in future regrets. How will you know your greatness, if you refuse to get in the game? I always say, a loser can eventually become a winner, but the person who never starts will always be full of regrets. Do not wind up being the "if I, should of, could of, man.... conquer your fears and do it scared. 

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Association Matters

Association Matter 

Have you ever been around a group of people and realized this group wasn't for you? Well, this happens when you associate with people that's are not like minded. I am not saying that the people you associate with have to be exactly life you. I am saying, you have to be around people who share the same values, beliefs, hobbies, and ambitions. Now, I know there are people that would say, I am strong enough to be around anyone. This is true, if you are only around them occasionally, but for most people, the wrong association could have a negative effect to their lives.

To accomplish your goals in life you have to associate with people that motivate you to be great. You have to surround yourself with people who have the qualities you want to develop in yourself. The people you associate with have to make you comfortable enough that you can learn from them and grow. That means you have to surround yourself with people who have what you want. Now determine what you want, find people who already accomplished it, and go after it because association matters. 

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Dispel the Lies

(Image obtained from: belladepaulo.com. (2016).
Here is What I Know about Lying and Detecting Lies.)

What thoughts are you thinking about yourself that you constantly repeat in your mind or speak out of your mouth that is not true?

I am not smart enough, I can't do that, no one would ever want me, and I am not good enough...

The list could go on, but all these things are lies.

You have to dispel the lies that your past experience has made you believe. The truth is, you will become what you think. So, you have to think positive thoughts about yourself and dismiss all the false truths your life circumstances have caused you to believe. I know you are saying, I wasn't good at school, I had several bad relationships, no one ever found me worthy, but these things are all lies that are controlling you and keeping you from being the perfect you.

To dispel the lies you have to replace it with the truth.

The truth is, that you are fearfully and wonderfully made in God's image, and God doesn't make junk. You are the perfect you. You are beautiful, intelligent, worthy and able to accomplish anything you set your mind to achieve. 

You have to activate these thoughts by telling yourself how wonderful you are each day. When those lies come into your mind you have to replace them with the truth. You have to look at yourself in the mirror each day and tell yourself why you are great. If this does not work, you have to post notes on your mirror about how great your are and recite it ever time you walk by. So, dispel all those negative images with positives thoughts and enjoy being that perfect you, because she is fabulous.

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.30 Motivation / Be Committed To You

Be Committed to You

In order to accomplish your goals, you have to BE COMMITTED TO YOU. We keep our commitments to other people but turn around and short change ourselves. This happens because we forget to plan time to develop, motivate, and encourage the most important person in our life, OURSELVES. 

My Activity Calendar, which is featured below, shows how I make time for myself each day to help me become the best person I can be.  I monitor how well I am keeping my commitment to myself each week by tracking my activity completions.





This calendar could be used for your fitness goal or any other activity you would like to consistently perform such as writing, reading, painting, or just working on your hobby. 

Remember, you can not get mad at others if you do not take care of yourself, because YOU HAVE TO BE COMMITTED TO YOU before anyone else. 

Now, what commitment will you make to yourself? Leave me a comment below. 

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