Do Not Clip Their Wings, Add Feathers

Someone once wrote, "Each of us shines in our own unique way, so there's no need to dim or block one another's light.  Let us shine brightly together as a collective whole."  

This quote really spoke to my soul.  I believe in the importance of lifting up one another, and I value surrounding myself with people who do the same to me as well.  It is as if we are all beautiful angels with wings that have feathers.  People who love and value you will add feathers to your wings.  While those who don't, may clip your wings and it can be detrimental to your wellbeing.  

Ever since the start of my professional career, I have always looked up to financially successful female role models.  Many women I follow are entrepreneurs while some are politicians, personal trainers and organizational leaders.  The women I admire have worked very hard to achieve the respect of others and the financial status that they hold.  

Last week, I was reading about a female self-made millionaire.  She explained that the small business she started grew into a huge successful organization.  And during her journey, she stated that she paid no mind to other people and led a lonely selfish lifestyle.  She outwardly stated that she felt like no one wanted her to succeed.  She said she was alone and had no friends nor family to support her throughout her professional career. 

It is very interesting how much I let this woman's story bother me.  I was impressed with her journey to financial freedom, yet part of me was very saddened that she felt so lonely.  Not only did she feel unsupported, but she also felt that other people did not want her to succeed at all.  And this made me very upset because I believe that the way in which we interact with others is very important.  And as we cross paths with various people, I think finding ways to add feathers to the wings of our surrounding angels is important.  This helps us soar higher and fly further than we have ever gone before.  

Today and always, I hope you will make a conscious decision to try and surround yourself with people who add feathers to your wings.  People who add value, love and support throughout your time here on earth.  And I also hope, that as you place your feet into your high heels, you will make a conscious effort to add feathers to the wings of other people as well.  

Love Note: With all my heart, I genuinely request that due to the content written, please seek the guidance of professional help should you feel you need it.