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.

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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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You, Your biggest Obstacle

You, Your biggest OBSTACLE

Have you ever wondered why things in your life are going a certain way? Do you make excuses for not accomplishing your goals or blame other people? Well if you do, then it's time to reevaluate things. Do you realize that your stinking thinking is getting in the way of your greatest? The only thing that is truly an obstacle in your life is YOU. You determine what your life is going to be like based on your choices. 

I know, I know, some of you are saying "You don't understand, my life has been real hard. So, many things has happened to me." My response to that is, life has happened to everyone. Are you going to let life beat you or are you going to fight back? How do you do that ? Well, you make a choice to get out of your way. You stop using your past as an excuse and start living in the present and preparing for the future. So, what you didn't finish school, that's no excuse for not being successful. All you have to do is start again, re-enroll, and finish. Whatever excuse you use to not do something you need to dismiss it to better yourself. Let it go. Move the excuse out of the way and replace it with the choice to begin, regardless of what your past says. You are not your past, that's just a moment in time that helped you get to a new destination. The difference between the old you and the new you is that you have learned from your past and can make more informed  choices. So, if you are one of those people who are dwelling on your past move that obstacle out of the way because your destiny lies in the present. 

ACTIONS DETERMINE YOUR DESTINY

Actions Determine Your Destiny 

Actions speak louder than words and when your actions does not line up with what you say it affects your results. Have you ever talked about something you wanted to do but it never came to pass? If your words haven't come true yet, it could be that you are not putting any actions behind it. You say you want to go to College, but you did not apply. You say you want to loss weight, but you do not go to the gym, workout, or change your diet. You can say anything but the words do not become a reality until you incorporate some action. The difference between a successful person and an unsuccessful person is what they do, not what they say. 

People who are successful speak words to motivate themselves but they implement a plan and work the plan until their actions get them the desired results. They do not run around selling pipe dreams that never pass the lip service phase. Now, there is nothing wrong with dreams, but dreams that are never acted on are future regrets. When you see your actions are not yielding the desired results, you have to change your actions. Words accompanied by actions are powerful and can change the course of you life. What you speak, turns into what you believe, and what you believe becomes your actions. So, speak your dreams and let your Actions determine your destiny. 

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LOST, STUCK, and DON'T KNOW WHERE TO BEGIN

Lost, Stuck, and Don't Know Where to Begin 

If you would have told me that I would feel lost, confused, and  unsure of myself after accomplishing one of my life long goals, I would have never believed it. It's funny how something you want so bad, doesn't live up to the hype after you get it. I thought after I received my Doctorate Degree that I would finally feel fulfilled and have it made, but boy was I wrong. 

In fact , I didn't feel smart at all. It's funny how an event that should have been so life changing brought out the insecurities of my childhood. When I was younger, I constantly battled with the notion of being good enough. How could a little girl from North Philadelphia be anything? I did not come from a family where the members had college degrees, my mom didn't have a high school diploma, and my father was a drug addict. So, how am I sitting here now as Dr. Wilson. I wasn't quite sure. I knew I put in the work. I stayed up countless nights writing my dissertation, and completing my course assignments. I wrote, revised, and resubmitted the dissertation numerous times...So, I know I have what it takes. 

I knew I deserved the title, but I didn't like people calling me Doctor. The truth is, that I didn't see myself as a Doctor and didn't feel I was worthy of the title, I rightfully earned. I didn't talk like a doctor, I didn't act like a doctor, so the shoes felt uncomfortable. Not only was I uncomfortable with being a Doctor, but I still did not have a clue what I wanted to be.  

Do not get me wrong, I enjoy being an Educator, but there was a bigger calling on my life. I just didn't know what it was and where to start.  I began to listen to inspirational speakers and ministers each day to get direction. Then a thought kept pulling at me. You like to inspire people and bring healing to them through sharing your life stories.

By nature, I am an encourager and many people have told me I should be a life coach. My reply has always been, but I need to get my life together first. How could I ever bring value to anyone else, if I didn't have these certain things myself.  So, I decided to take a step of faith and got rid of all those negative thoughts from my childhood. I decided to believe that I am more than enough. I am Dr. Wilson because I worked hard to be her. Being Dr. Wilson is the gateway to my destiny and part of my life journey to fulfill my purpose. My life goal is to encourage anyone that I come across to become the best person they can be and to find their purpose. Also, as I reveal myself to you, I hope it's healing for your soul, as it has been healing for mine.

Remember, do not let your past get in the way of your future. Your past is just a gateway to your purpose and destiny. If God gave you a dream, then he gave you all the tools to accomplish it. It doesn't matter where you are from, it just matters where you are going. 

Think Positive, Dream Big, Walk in Your Purpose

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