come together as if it was all a big puzzle that only time could solve . My emotions were a reflection of the injustice that was just beneath the surface of my knowledge at the time . Stemming from my childhood of being so peaceful and compassionate , to transitioning into my teenage years of displacement , it all made sense . My inner struggles lead me to discover my calling , my true passion and purpose in this world .
I realized that these narratives of who I was were not really me . Instead of trying to be something I was not , I finally answered to the call of revolution . I ditched the “ friends ” who lead me down a path of destruction , and instead found comrades who were also strengthening their minds , bodies , and spirits . Upon my discovery of the corruption in the world , it lead me into a phase of cognitive dissonance . My family helped pull me out of this dark rabbit hole and cope with the truths we were discovering together . I wanted to take action and spread awareness . I began community organizing and cultivating a healing approach to the society we as youth are facing . This paradigm shift I encountered took a great deal of strength to remain resilient in this new journey of mine .
It was through my education at Naropa University where I was able to learn how to come to a place where I was now able to heal myself and others . All of the lessons life has taught me lead me to coming to this place of ancient wisdom and understanding . Gratitude replaced my grief . Inspiration replaced my anger . And now everything has come together . Through peace-building , meditation and yoga I have learned that we must be the authors of our own story . To live freely I learned to take off my mask and allow my true spirit to soar , enjoying the open skies and the endless possibilities life has to offer . My reflection is mirroring my soul and I finally feel whole . I can now appreciate my struggles for they have lead to amazing triumphs . Gratitude for my loved ones is always the light that brightens my days and keeps me going . I am not a single identity but a complex and beautiful being of light that made it through all of the dark places along the way .
This is my true story . I am an author , an artist , a creator . I am a dancer , a motivator . I can do anything I set my mind to , a Capricorn with high values . I am a rebel and a revolutionary . I am a hippie at heart , a yogi , a healer and a warrior of compassion . My actions will define me and I will define my future . This is my true story , a story I am writing in hopes to inspire others and affirm my journey . ●
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