WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY?

I was sitting here thinking about how I can make a change in my life.  Ive had this blog for years but I never used it as an outlet.  I feel writing out your feelings is a powerful form of art that can inspire and influence other peoples lives, and I often wonder why I don't exercise my gift everyday. I realize that needs to change!  Recently I went to an event and I met some awesome inspirational people who took the time to share their stories with me.  Stories about how to grow, and build a brand to further your career.  I would love to do my writing, acting, and production full time, but sitting at home wishing, and dreaming about it is NOT going to make it appear.  Anytime you have a dream you have to constantly pursue it.  Dreams are like a flower.  In order for it to grow you need to water it, and nurture it every day.  You cant just plant the seed and expect it to flourish.  One thing I can say is Thank God I did not give up! No matter how hard things got for me here in LA I stayed.  This is my home, and I'm not leaving until I choose to, and when I do move it will be to something BIGGER & BETTER!

The movie, "The Pursuit of Happyness" is something very near, and dear to my heart because it reminds me of a time in my life when my mother and I were homeless in NY, and we had to live out of a car, and stay in homeless shelters.  It was a very difficult time in my life but I wouldn't take it back because it strengthened me and prepared me for my future.   I hope you enjoy this video clip and find inspiration in this post!
XOXO

Life is a struggle for single father Chris Gardner (Will Smith). Evicted from their apartment, he and his young son (Jaden Christopher Syre Smith) find themselves alone with no place to go. Even though Chris eventually lands a job as an intern at a prestigious brokerage firm, the position pays no money. The pair must live in shelters and endure many hardships, but Chris refuses to give in to despair as he struggles to create a better life for himself and his son. -

Release date: December 15, 2006 (USA)

MIND GAMES

Has someone ever accused you of playing, "Mind Games" ?? Or have you felt that someone has played "Mind Games" with you in the past? If so lets talk about why this happens, and also discuss some of the causes behind it.

It has been said that when you first meet someone you don’t really meet them... you meet their "Representative" I.E. the person they want you to meet, the person they want to present to you. As time goes on however you get to see the real man/woman behind the mask. The question is why do people play games? Why not be real from the start, don’t they understand the truth always comes out? The answer unfortunately is NO! Insecurity, Past Commitment Issues, and Fear causes allot of people from opening up and being themselves, especially in the beginning of the relationship, and therefore putting up a "Front" is natural for them. It’s somewhat of a protection or barrier against being hurt.

Some people play mind games for different reasons however. Mind Games can be used not just as a barrier but as a mechanism to deceive and manipulate for someone’s own personal gain. In some situations mind games are played to build a reputation as a player, or playette, pimp or gigolo. For whatever the reason mind games are still wrong because they give a false perception of the real person, and they usually end up causing pain, and frustration for the other party/'(s) in involved.

So now that we have gone over the reasoning behind these games lets look at how to decipher the games from the truth! It has been said before, and I’m going to say it again... “Actions Speak Louder Than Words!” If you are unsure of someone’s true intentions watch their actions, and not their words. See if they can back up everything they are verbally expressing to you. Do their actions appear sincere? If not you may have to question their true objective.

The second way to see past all the games and lies it to have “Patience.” Never rush into anything too fast because it can cause you to be blinded from the truth. Take your time, sit back and WATCH. Keep your eyes, and ears wide open. Time will tell if the person you are with is playing games, or if they truly mean what they say.
XoXo Written by, MizzBlaze