TwoCents | Radiant Clarity - by Waripamo Allen

Hi! My name is Waripamo B. Allen, aka PAMO. I'm the firstborn of six amazing and beautiful children, raised by the two most amazing people I have the privilege of calling my parents, Mr. and Mrs. Allen. They've done their best to raise us in the way of the Lord, and I can see now that they did, or rather, they're still doing an awesome job. I'm not here to tell a story about myself. I really don't know where this is going, but I just knew I needed to grab my notes and start writing, following the inspiration wherever it leads (oh, and lest I forget, there's a lot we have to talk about on INSPIRATION). As for now, I don't know where this is going. I feel maybe it should be in the form of a podcast, though. But then a little voice in my head said, "Are you high? Just keep going," and I had to let out a little snicker. I guess that's inspiration choosing violence over its normally sweet and enticing nature, lol. /laugh Now, as I navigate life's twists and turns, I'm learning to appreciate the importance of sight and light. Not just physical sight, but perceiving the world with clarity and purpose. This is a conscious continuation of writing because I believe everything you read, you'll reread and relive this moment. Don't worry; it's not cursed! It's just a reminder to be aware and mindful of the consciousness within you, 'I AM." I recall my first time at Niger Delta University, where I discovered the concept of freedom. It was exhilarating yet overwhelming. I felt like a bird set free, unsure how to navigate the possibilities before me. But looking back, I realize that freedom allowed me to discover my true potential. Oh, and that reminds me: master the art of self-control when you're high on the dopamine rush of freedom, getting a new job, becoming a boss, or sealing a major deal. Please, with everything you hold dear, get a mental grip and calm down. Breathe deeply, look around with a frown on purpose, and notice how quickly the atmosphere changes. I'm back in school, and it's not easy because I've decided to put in the work. Scratch that - it's quite easy if you're willing to do the work. Nothing is hard if you're willing, because time will carry the load, and you'll succeed. Remember, only if you're WILLING. As I continue this journey, I'm reminded that faith and doubt aren't mutually exclusive. Confronting doubts head-on helps cultivate a deeper sense of faith. There's no perfect; only sincere trying. That sincere effort teaches you the process, turning you into the product of that process. That's what matters most - who you become. Be guided ethically, morally, and spiritually. Build the God-mindset, that 'I AM' consciousness, to make the process easier. Master the art of focus to keep SIGHT of what's important. Since the moment Mother Nature heard your first cry, and life's blood flowed through your veins, you have been blessed. In that instant, the earth received its first taste of your sacred blood, forging a profound and sacrificial connection between you and the land that nurtures you. Your birth marked the arrival of a new soul, secured and protected by the Divine creator of life, and this is evidence that we have all we need to be who we want to be as long as we have each other. I've come to understand this truth better now that I'm older. I SEE my parents and the secret fights they hid from us. Gratitude and thankfulness bring love, happiness, and peace. Although there's more to life, but you'll have a higher understanding of it. You'll see the LIGHT at the end of the tunnel. In conclusion of my continuation, my journey has taught me that SIGHT and LIGHT are physical, spiritual, and emotional. Cultivate clarity, purpose, and gratitude to unlock your potential and live a fulfilling life. Be aware on purpose. (While proofreading, I had a hard time ensuring I'm passing a clear message, but then I re-read the line "There's no perfect; only sincere trying… " and let out another snicker.) /laugh

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