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Since I was a little girl, I have always been the one that had to be tough, I had to be brave, I had to provide, I had to listen...I had no voice.

Being the oldest to a single mom of 5 who went to night school, and a father who struggled my entire life with severe drug and alcohol abuse, it was up to me from the age of 12 to be the leader of my home. Due to my mother being away a lot, my fathers neglect and constant battle that eventually took his life in front of my eyes...some pretty awful things happened to my siblings and I. These were different times, so authorities weren't really involved, you didn't go to "therapy" you just handled in in the home.

Unfortunately, how we handled those hard things in my home meant we don't talk about it. Push it deep down, fix your crown and move on. That mindset stuck with me subconsciously into adulthood. I have never had any form of counseling or therapy for the pain and harm I endured throughout my entire childhood and early adult life. I didn't realize it until I started this mass com and Jay Shetty life coaching program (yes, at the same time 🙃 everything is fine) and used myself as my first client, the healing that I truly needed...OUCH.

I made a promise to myself that before I am ready to take on clients or go out into the public eye as a journalist, I had to dig up all the uncomfortable parts of myself, the ugly truths, the ego, the self sabotage, the pain, the hurt, the abuse, the neglect, the people pleasing and putting on the "strong, I have it all together" face on that I have had to wear for the last 25+ years...well...am proud to say, I did it.

Through this process I haven't even recognized myself. Working the steps of this program was painful and transformative. I noticed myself saying MANY times throughout this experience "I don't know who I am" at first this felt scary to me, and that I was behind everyone. It made me feel ashamed and alone. I felt like everyone else had it all together and I was just the lost girl making a fool of herself in front of everyone in my RVC class and in the coaching calls. I finally had a voice and a safe place to vent.

It wasn't until I finished my finals, all the JSCS modules, and finally had a second to look back at my progress that I truly realized..I KNOW EXACTLY WHO I AM. The reason I was feeling that way is because I was genuinely and honestly doing the work. The HEART work...the hard work. The work that was inspiring my fellow RVC classmates and my JSCS cohort family to reach out to me to thank me for my vulnerability and share they too felt the same way, to be a person that is real and that is walking through the fire to get to the other side...freedom. I DID THAT. And I will be a compassionate, authentic, powerhouse journalist and coach because of it. I will never stop doing the HEART work...the hard work.

I am writing this to the person reading this right now that feels like they don't even recognize themselves anymore due to their transformation. The empath that wears their heart on their sleeve. The student in here that feels like they are "too much". You are NOT. You are exactly what the world needs. Keep looking in that mirror, keep killing that ego, keep showing up and taking accountability through out this process. If you are truly growing, it will hurt. Getting out of our comfort zone is SCARY, it takes real courage. Be PROUD of yourself for every tear, every truth and every moment you show up. You are not alone, and you are enough JUST as you are.

Cheers to you all, my fellow upcoming journalists, my JSCS family, and the leaders/professors (yea, I’m talking to you Mr. Wilson) of these programs who helped me reach this breakthrough, from the bottom of my heart...Thank you.

Here's to serving the world and bettering humanity. Freedom at last <3

xx - Annētta

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Being a mom is a full-time job in itself, but going back to school can add even more challenges to the mix. One of the biggest obstacles is finding the time and energy to balance both responsibilities. Moms have to juggle their own studies with their children's needs, such as school drop-offs and pick-ups, extracurricular activities, and homework help.

But wait, there’s more… Let’s add multi business owner to the mix. Exhausted just reading it? Same.

Another challenge is managing finances. Going back to school can be expensive, and many moms may have to work part-time or take out loans to cover the costs. This can add stress to an already full plate, and it may require sacrifices such as reducing family outings or cutting back on household expenses. I remember being in my photo journalism class. It was an independent study so it was just myself and one other person in the class. The teacher had a full-time job, so the class was on Wednesdays from 6 PM to 9 PM. I had to do the independent study in order to get the certification as a multimedia journalist. “No problem I can stay up late!”, I told myself. What I didn’t realize, is that I would then have to miss every single one of my sons Wednesday night baseball games, ouch. To say that was difficult would be an understatement. I felt like I was choosing my education over my son, even though I would never choose anything over him. It felt like a lose lose situation. That was really hard.

That being said, moms may face feelings of guilt or selfishness for pursuing their own goals instead of solely focusing on their children. However, it's important to remember that going back to school can lead to better opportunities and a brighter future for the entire family.

Despite the challenges, many moms find that going back to school is a rewarding and fulfilling experience. It's a chance to set a positive example for their children and show them that it's never too late to pursue their dreams. With determination, support, and a bit of creativity, moms can successfully navigate the challenges of going back to school and achieve their academic goals. Here are a few ways you can keep a winning mindset during the challenges..

1. Acknowledge your accomplishments: Take the time to reflect on your achievements, big or small, and recognize the effort and hard work you put in to get there.

2. Share your success: Celebrate with those who supported you along the way, whether it's family, friends, or colleagues. Share your joy with them and thank them for their support.

3. Treat yourself: Whether it's buying yourself a small gift, indulging in your favorite food or activity, or taking a day off, treat yourself to something special as a reward for your hard work.

4. Set new goals: Use your success as motivation to set new goals and continue striving for excellence. Celebrating your wins can give you the confidence to tackle new challenges.

Remember, celebrating your wins is not about being boastful or arrogant, but about recognizing your achievements and giving yourself the recognition and appreciation you deserve.

When you have a strong sense of self-belief and confidence, you become more motivated, focused, and determined to achieve your goals. This mindset helps you to push through obstacles and challenges, and to keep going even when things get tough.

Believing in yourself also helps you to take risks and try new things. When you trust your own abilities and judgment, you're more likely to step outside of your comfort zone and take on new challenges. This can lead to personal and professional growth, as well as new opportunities and experiences.

All in all, having self-belief and confidence is essential for achieving success and happiness in life. It empowers you to take control of your own destiny, pursue your dreams, and overcome any obstacles that may come your way. Even for us mamas.

Congratulations for making it to the bottom of this dreadfully long blog post… Before I go, I will leave you with this…

"Getting closer to mental clarity is like climbing a staircase. Each step you take brings you closer to the top, where you can see everything clearly. The steps may be challenging, but with persistence and determination, you can reach the top and find the clarity you seek."

You’re doing better than you think, mama. You are showing the world that moms can have an identity out of the home as well. You are paving the way for more women in leadership and you are showing your kids firsthand that with grit, determination, hard work and a whole lot of tears, they too, can have the life of their dreams. With purpose and passion, go out there and get it mama.

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I know you hate Kim K blah blah blah…

Well I don’t…and here’s why…

Kim Kardashian is known for being a reality TV star, but she is so much more than that. She is a mother, businesswoman, and advocate for social justice. Over the years, she has faced many challenges and overcome them, inspiring others along the way.

As a mother, Kim has shown that she is dedicated to her children. She has four children, North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm, and has been open about her struggles with fertility and pregnancy. She has also been vocal about her commitment to raising her children in a loving and supportive environment. Kim has said that motherhood has been the most rewarding experience of her life, and it shows in the way she talks about her kids and the time she spends with them.

In addition to being a mother, Kim is also a successful businesswoman. She has launched several businesses, including KKW Beauty, Skims, and KKW Fragrance. These ventures have been incredibly successful, and Kim has been recognized for her entrepreneurial skills. She has also used her platform to advocate for important causes, such as criminal justice reform and gun control.

Kim has faced many challenges in her life, including a highly publicized robbery in Paris in 2016. She was held at gunpoint and robbed of millions of dollars worth of jewelry. The experience was traumatic, but Kim was able to overcome it and use it as a catalyst for change. She has since become an advocate for mental health and has spoken openly about her struggles with anxiety and PTSD.

Kim has also faced criticism for her past actions and choices, but she has used these experiences to grow and learn. She has apologized for past mistakes and has worked to educate herself and others on issues such as cultural appropriation and

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It’s time to share with all of you. Beautiful readers, my compassion, international outline story. Let me know if you think I’m on the right track in the comments!

I. Introduction

- Brief overview of Compassion International and its impact on children's lives

- Introduction of the two interviewees: the Compassion International student and the volunteer

II. The Story of the Compassion International Student

- Background information on the student's life in Uganda and how she became involved with Compassion International

- Details on the full ride scholarship and housing she received through Compassion International

- Discussion of the challenges she faced while earning her PhD and adapting to life in the USA

- Reflections on how Compassion International impacted her life and goals for the future

III. The Impact of Compassion International Volunteers

- Introduction of Jan and her role as a volunteer with Compassion International

- Details on the work that Compassion International volunteers do, both domestically and internationally

- Discussion of the impact that volunteers have on the lives of the children and families involved with Compassion International

- Reflections on Jan's experiences volunteering with Compassion International and why it has been important to her

IV. The Importance of Compassion International

- Discussion of the impact that Compassion International has on children's lives, both in the short and long term

- Reflections on why Compassion International is important to the author as a partner and supporter

- Call to action for readers to consider getting involved with Compassion International or supporting its mission

V. Conclusion

- Summary of the importance of Compassion International and the impact it has on individuals and communities

- Final thoughts from the author on the significance of being a partner with Compassion International.

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The best day of my life is hard to say, considering there are four. The day my son Jayden was born, the day my son Jett was born the day my son Jagger was born and the day I married my husband. I know that’s too cliché though so to not be annoying, I will just pick one. I have to say, the best day of my life was truly the day my son Jayden was born.

Jayden literally changed my life. Not only was I a very young mom but I lost my dad horrifically and suddenly during my pregnancy with him. It was the lowest point of my entire life. I had never felt so lost or alone in my life. I don’t know if I would’ve made it through if I didn��t have Jayden with me. He is a gift from God. I knew that I had something to look forward to and now a real purpose in my life. He gave me the strength that I needed to carry on. It was because of the unconditional, indescribable love that I have for him, I made it through, and I was never the same. The moment I help him in my arms, the moment my life changed forever.

Alcohol and drug addiction has affected every person in my family. If it were not for Jayden, I fear that I would’ve gone down the same path and allowed the substance-abuse to rule over my life. I think God every day that my love for Jayden was strong enough to stay the right path and make the best decision for us, which was to not drink alcohol.

Just a few years after his birth, his father and I got married, and had two more beautiful sons just like him. Who knows where we would be today if Jayden hadn’t come into our lives 14 years ago. And for that, he will always win the best day of my life.

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Around the corner stood a small dog. She was under a small milk crate that had blown over on its side to shelter from the hot sun. On two legs, the dog might’ve surpassed a foot in height. On four, she was no larger than a flower and as cute as a button.

Ted Frankowitz, more commonly known as Ted Terror for his less than appealing features, whistled a tune as he rounded the corner. He had just come from the grocery store, filling bags full of food heavy in protein and carbohydrates. His favorite food was toast.

Coming into the clearing, the sun hit his eyes so hard it made him stop for a second and cover his face with his hand. His large foot came to a halt in front of the milk crate. The small dog was startled by this sudden movement, and jumped up with a small ‘yip.’

Ted heard this ‘yip’ and became startled himself. He looked around suspiciously. For Ted Terror, any noise was cause for suspicion. Ted was lengthy and unnaturally tall. His less than appealing features worked like coal for the fire of others, the hot, mean, jeering fire. He had heard various different noises in the form of insults, mocks, ridicules, no matter what they sounded like.

Ted finally looked down and noticed something sticking out of the opening on the milk crate. It was skinny and foreign and it wagged. It took him a few moments to realize that it was the tail of a dog.

Ted crouched down on his large knees and peered into the crate. He met the eyes of the small dog and hummed to himself. The dog looked back at him. Ted noticed the curious look in his eyes and if he wasn’t mistaken, the warmth of kindness.

It was rare for Ted to find kindness in anyone’s eyes when they looked at him.

Ted reached into the crate and picked the small dog up and held it by the scruff of its neck. It weighed maybe a pound. The dog’s eyes had not changed, they were softer than the daylight.

Although the dog was small, Ted could tell she was a little skinny. He could feel the ribs in her chest.

Ted reached into one of his grocery bags and pulled a piece of bread from one of the loaves he had just bought. The dog could stand on the palm of his hand, and Ted fed her the bread which she happily devoured.

After the dog had finished, Ted held her close to his chest and continued walking home. He named her Toast. From then on, Ted brought Toast with him everywhere. Although people continued to treat Ted unfavorably, the love he felt from Toast was enough to keep him happy.

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It has come to my attention that there is the frequent question of “what's your favorite song?” but never get asked “why is it your favorite song?”

So here is a list of my top 5 favorite songs and what qualified them to make it to my top 5.

The Justin Bieber version of “Jireh” is easily in my top 5 because he was a secularist that found God and uses his platform to share the word of God, no matter what people think and regardless of he loses followers. which is something so honorable that I look up to.

“Reason to Praise” Cory Asbury is a nontraditional Christian who paints his nails black, he’ll use comedy with the words hell or ass and I appreciate that because it’s real. Let’s be honest here, you can stub your toe and throw a cuss word out and still go to heaven.

“Promises” by Maverick City is always reminding me of the promises of God.

“Give me everything” by Ne-Yo is the perfect song right before any speaking event or anytime I need something to hype me up, it's my go-to.

“Run this Town” by Jay-Z, Rhianna, and Kanye West is the perfect song whenever I need a reminder to fix my crown when I'm feeling down, that's the song I put on.

These are just five of my 5 million favorite songs. I could go on forever talking about this. Music is such a way for me to connect with my higher power and for me to also feel grounded. I really don’t know what I would do without Music. I am curious to know below what your favorite songs are and why? Do you agree with any of mine above? if so, why? I am hoping one day I can be on a worship team at my local church so that I two can be a part of the music that I love so much. I can’t promise you that I will be able to hold a note, but I can promise you I will sure try. Music is a way to bring people together, and I believe that we are on a path of creating more meaningful music as people continue to become more aware of what is really going on in the world. We desperately need more love and more light and I believe that music can be such a valuable tool to spread that!

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I was recently asked who I have never met, but that has inspired me most in life…

I feel like the list could never end, but this woman in particular stuck out to me right away.

I can remember being just a little girl, watching Joyce Meyer with my mom every single day. I don’t remember if it was actually every single day, but looking back at felt like it was. It’s such a memorable thing to look back on, sharing those special moments with my mom. I will always be so grateful that she taught me about my faith at such a young age. It’s a core value of mine that I cherish.

As a woman in business that puts her faith at the forefront of her companies, Joyce Meyer has always inspired me most because of her feisty, I can do anything I set my mind to attitude. That has helped me tremendously as a woman and mother in business. I’m not sure where I’d be today if not for my dedication to watching her programs. I only hope I can be half of an inspiration to the women I surround myself with as she has inspired me. Thank you Joyce.

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What is the funniest video on the Internet you ask? Oh, I thought you’d never ask!

As you can see here, we have a lovely couple, enjoying a day in the sun at the park. But then it goes terribly wrong lol! I don’t know about you, but I can remember this vividly and can literally feel the grass on my back. I cannot tell you how many times I ate the dust when trying to get the highest flip off the back of the swing. Oh, the good old days am I right? Kids these days will never understand the pure bliss of carving your name into the playground equipment, or like this poor woman, eating $h!t. 

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Why the HECK am I going to college?

I ask myself that the start of every semester...lol

Honestly...I want to be the best me that I can be.

No matter what happens in life, it can never take away your education. The time is going to pass anyway, why not make the most of it and give back to yourself.

I want to leave a legacy my boys will be proud of.