The Art of Becoming: Lessons from a Conversation with Dr. Maya Angelou
Years ago, I had the profound honor of a conversation with the incomparable Dr. Maya Angelou. Her presence was a beacon, urging me to embrace my fullest potential and relentlessly pursue the dreams residing within my heart.
During our encounter, she gifted me a piece of wisdom that I now hold tenderly and feel compelled to share with you. Her message was clear: when you possess unwavering knowledge of your aspirations, a pivotal shift occurs. You choose to quiet the incessant chatter of your fearful mind. Suddenly, the unsolicited opinions of others cease to hold sway over your convictions. You stop asking for permission to exist and start claiming your space.
Igniting the Creative Spark
My connection to Dr. Angelou began long before our meeting. I vividly recall the transformative experience of reading her seminal work at just eighteen years old. Her words ignited a creative spark that inspired a lifelong journey of expression.
Through the years, I have crafted:
Poems that whispered the secrets of the soul.
Stories that painted vivid tapestries of human experience.
Plays that brought narratives to life on imagined stages.
These creative endeavors were faithful companions. I carried them with a deep seated knowing that one day they would find their way into the vast expanse of the universe, touching hearts in meaningful ways.
Finding Your Soul Village
After immersing myself in the wisdom of I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, I felt an undeniable yearning to discover my own soul village. I sought a community of kindred spirits who understood the unspoken language of the heart. I aspired to live a life imbued with purpose, where each action held intention.
Now, at the milestone of fifty six, I recognize that my life has been a magical, spiraling adventure. It is a continuous unfolding of inherent purpose lived day by day and moment by moment.
Mapping Your Personal Universe
There came a time when I intuitively reached for a simple piece of paper and began the sacred act of telling my own story. By mapping out the unique contours of my personal universe, I realized I had been walking my purpose with unwavering intention all along.
Today, I am actively living that purpose by seeking ways to support the collective soul village. I strive to be of service to the awakening human hearts yearning to connect with their truest essence. This is the same dedication that illuminated Dr. Maya Angelou’s path until the day she gracefully transitioned from this earthly realm.
"Recognize a blessing and learn to step into it."
When you find yourself in a creative flow, I encourage you to call her presence into your heart. Recognize the blessings already surrounding you, quiet the fear, and step boldly into the life you were meant to lead.