A Cosmic Love Letter: Embracing My Potential
A Love Letter to Myself
For years, I've found wisdom and inspiration from author Elizabeth Gilbert and her insights on writing, creativity and silencing those inner critic voices. Gilbert's revelation that when she writes, it is a love letter to herself rather than worrying about what others think was a game-changer. Inspired by her "Big Magic," here is my own love letter celebrating three voices that have profoundly shaped my world in 2024.
Brianna Wiest
With her poetic and heartfelt style, Brianna Wiest's work is a life raft when I'm disappointed with life and feeling lost. Her words help pick up the pieces and slowly rebuild momentum when big mountains loom and I grow weary of the journey. Wiest offers a nurturing embrace along with practical wisdom to persevere.
Eddie Pinero
Eddie Pinero has been a consistent guide, but he was an absolute anchor in 2024. His relatable storytelling unpacks the nuances of being a dreamer and creating success. Pinero interweaves insights from his favorite authors like Joe Rogan with themes around fitness, stoicism, daily life, and adventure - keeping me focused and action-oriented while looking up at the stars.
David Goggins
Though I was vaguely familiar with David Goggins last year, 2024 is when I finally spent quality time truly listening to this man's powerful words. Through Gilbert's lens of self-love, I saw how Goggins' continually roots himself in that deep well, admitting he's a "fat kid who wants to watch Netflix" while pushing personal boundaries daily. With a profound connection to his purpose, Goggins' military experience has fortified his mental armor to maximize human potential. He is a true inspiration, and I hope to cross paths and thank him for his gift of understanding life so few possess.
Key Takeaways
There is no single right way to live life. We are here to learn, grow and expand. We get to do this by learning through others and deciding what resonates with our own values and what does not. If we truly lean in to those who inspire us and seem to be succeeding at this journey called life - I mean truly listening - we can understand how they dealt with their own demons, insecurities and those terrible voices in our heads. They showed up for themselves, believed in themselves, and decided to persevere when most would quit. They relentlessly did what most do not. And if you lean in even closer, you start to realize these people you love so much are a reflection of your own potential! Absolutely no different from you, they are simply giving you the keys to unlocking your own castle.
The quote from Albert Einstein - "Learn the rules of the game of life and play it better than anyone else" - was a mantra that changed my life while sitting at a Starbucks in New York's financial district years ago. Back then, I never thought of life as a game. I took it so seriously, thinking something must be wrong with me despite seeming "successful" on paper.
I grew curious, more curious than ever before, and this wisdom nugget started a new hero's journey that revealed we truly are all in this together. I had thought being wealthy, abundant, and in beautiful relationships was only for others - resigning myself to scarcity while my self-worth depended on constant outside validation. But Einstein's mind-bending insights around spooky mechanics and the cosmic journey turned my world upside down.
If I could pass any wisdom to anyone looking to finally take that quantum leap and be bold, it would be this: Learn the rules! Really listen to what others are saying, especially those you respect. They are simply mirroring back your own potential, waiting to bloom. This is all for you, and if you believe it, miracles will be your experience. Let life take you on a wild ride, let it shake you up - because if you hold on, there is a pot of gold at the end of that rainbow and rainstorm. Take notes, and really start listening to others. You'll see the divine rules are the same, just expressed in different languages, jargon and experiences. But the archetypal energies and themes will emerge. Life is short, my friend, don't wait any longer!
Personal Update
You may have noticed that my company's logo is not present in this newsletter. That's because I am in the process of a major pivot and quantum leap into an entirely new direction. This transition has been many months in the making through deep work and reflection.
If you've ever heard the phrase "connecting the dots", this newsletter represents another dot being connected on my journey - one that is unfolding beyond my wildest dreams. I'm excited to share more details when the divine timing is right, but know that we are all on this crazy cosmic ride together.
As I recently shared with my soul sister reiki coach, Brittani, I thought my "Army training" was over when I moved out to California from NYC almost 6 years ago. But now I'm starting to see it has only just begun! The universe has other plans for me, so I have to say goodbye to the life of waking up whenever I felt like it to head to the beach and surf. No sir, I'm up every morning at 4:30 AM making shit happen!
While the path ahead is unknown, I've never felt more ready to charge forward into this next evolution. I hope you'll stay tuned for what unfolds. The future is bright!