DON'T STRESS 2020.

Talking with a friend and she asked about how at peace I've looked and been. I took minding my own business to heart since 2020 kicked off. Some 14 days down the line. I've lived off-line and only shared the ring with people who showed up to fight with me. I learnt a few things the previous year though. Allow me to talk about them. 

1.Not everyone deserves access to every detail of your existence. I know social media is forcing this authentic and transparent narrative, but there is still magic in maintaining your mystery. Authenticity doesn't need to be loud. 

2.I ran my own race. I don't care about who's ahead, besides or behind. I've been so focused on my own race, I haven't allowed any room to be distracted by who else is running. Comparison slows you down, I'm focused. Less social media usage in the past 13 days has helped. 

3.Understand order. You cannot be the intern and the boss all at once. We are all being forced/shamed into thinking we must do it all now and everyone wants to be the boss now. This year, I found joy being the student and mastering the level I'm currently at.

4.I give people room to be exactly who they are. It doesn't mean I have to stick around to watch them be it. Every person in my life, I've chosen them to be there. 

5.I know what I want, but I know I'm not ready to handle the version of my life I'm pursuing. It is grace to be able to not yet have all I want, because I'm still working on becoming the dude that can handle it. Knowing that makes it easier to not rush anything. 

6.Respect the timing of your life. Mind your business. Run your own race. Save your coins. Live low-key. Show up for the people that matter. Practice discipline. Eat well. Smoke that joint⚡.Drink that water. Become competent. Check your character. Be greatful. 

I know 2020's gon be a good one🌴🌊✨