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[secondridgepublishing]

Even the Darkest of Shadows Can't Hold Back the Brightest of Lights

Happy New Year to you all!

In our upcoming book, "The Mark of Shadows" (due this Spring), there's a quote that carries a very deep meaning: "Even the darkest of shadows can't hold back the brightest of lights." This serves as a powerful reminder that no matter how dark our past may seem, there is an unwavering light deep inside each of us that can never be extinguished. It’s a light that wants to shine brightly, and only you hold the power to let it glow.

This idea perfectly aligns with the principle of constant and never-ending improvement, much like the Japanese concept of Kaizen (Kai - Change, Zen - Good), or "Good Change." Kaizen emphasizes small, continuous, and incremental improvements over time.

In life, there’s no “perfect” finish line where everything is done. Instead, it’s about cultivating a mindset of ongoing growth, whether in business or in our personal lives. It’s about constantly adjusting, learning, and improving—creating a cycle of growth and development.

Isn’t this how we’re meant to live as human beings? After all, if we’re not growing, we’re withering. If we’re not striving to improve, we’re allowing ourselves to stagnate. The better we grow as individuals, the more we elevate those around us.

Growth isn’t just about personal success; it’s about making a positive impact, lifting others up, and continuously becoming the best versions of ourselves. It’s about letting that bright light inside of us truly shine, no matter how dark our past was or how shadowy our present may seem.

Let your light shine for all the world to see this New Year! Start by connecting with our parent company, Second Ridge Private Client Consulting Group at www.secondridgeconsultinggroup.com, where a team of passionate development professionals is dedicated to helping people and businesses grow!

(And don't forget to explore the great reads at www.SecondRidgePublishing.com!)

See you again soon!

~ The Second Ridge Publishing Team

[xghostposterx]

Went on an adventure through a secret green door…

[djrecords]

🆕📸😃 #chicagounderground #detroittrch #electricsoul #detroithouse #beatdown #deephouse #beats #downbeat #electro #techbeats #souldisco #tracks #dope #acidhouse #soulfulhouse #chicagohousr #clubdance #crossover #chillout #synthesizer #detroitclub #electronic #techno #techhouse #electric #housemusic #nudisco #technogroove #detroitmusic #undergroundmusic https://www.instagram.com/p/CUukX8xBTeN/?utm_medium=tumblr

[loungefidelity]

#creativecommunication #comfortincommunity #chicagohistory #chicagounderground (at Planet Earth) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQz26QRBUAR/?utm_medium=tumblr

[deafmute42]

Happy born day to my brother Dew! I'm struggling to find the words to express how blessed I am to have you in my life. Thank you! #LLD #dripwave #chicagounderground

[culturevulturechicago-blog]

                                                            TBA Hit’s Soundcloud for Tibby’s Debut

( @TibbyA ) ft @FORTIEIGHT197 - TBA 

Saturday, Chicago’s infamous 197 & affiliates rocked socials TLs across the net as Tibby released his new single featuring Chicago’s very own, Forti Eight. TBA is a sensational anthem like track featuring the trippy delivery Forti has become known and anticipated to bring to Chicago’s music culture. Here’s their soundcloud release. Check it out, #ThaVult rates it, 3.7 out 5 stars. Great production.

[braidedjanes]

Sandra Treviño is a Chicago-based freelance journalist, presenting information on music, art and culture through Enchúfate; on the radio every Friday morning via Vocalo 91.1FM; and through live radio broadcasts on The Ponderers and Future Rootz on Lumpen Radio 105.5FM. Follow her on Twitter @sandratrevino Catch Sandra spinning a special set for us on May 17th at our album release show! RSVP and get tickets before they sell out, link in bio! #chingona #chicagodj #juanastrenzudas #braidedjanes #djangelfuk #chicagounderground https://www.instagram.com/p/BxQJ98XgNJz/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=13a7ftvdarfn4

[kosmo-d]

“Yo Crew” here’s the schedule for March Madness. Year 2 of our Mixtape tv show in the books......!🎨🎥✍️💃🏻🕺🏼🔥🤩 #videoshow #gifted #sketch #chicagounderground #talent #art #artistsoninstagram #designer #decoration #decor #dj #dance #dancemusic #graphicdesign #color #coloringbook #graffiti #airbrush #walldecor #interiordesign #partypeople #urbanphotography #urbanart #publicart #streetart #streetphotography #comedy #music #houseparty #housemisic #doingwhatilove #cartoon #fashion #bodypaint #bodyart #tattoo #tattooart ##editorialillustration #editorialphotography #editor #producers #filmmaking #love #godswill #godsquad #chicagounderground #soul . I don’t own the rights to this music. Just my imagination running away with me....! (at City Halls) https://www.instagram.com/piecestv/p/BuXmBnRlWQQ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1cqg6052oykat

[loungefidelity]

Big Ups @tevohoward for including our productions on The Chicago HouseHeads Volume One compilation...available 10/02/20. Massive Respect to friends/fellow contributors @cheriereeta @donnie_bali @markass_trickery @solidgoldsilva playlist & audio samples currently available on @junodownload✌🏽 • • • #creativecommunication #comfortincommunity #chicagounderground (at PLANET EARTH.SPACE) https://www.instagram.com/p/CFnFBp-goC1/?igshid=10tdth6wplrre

[alanjcain]

#Repost @echoesofchicago with @get_repost ・・・ … So who’s comin’ this Saturday? April 7th | 6pm-12am 2810 N Milwaukee #chiloveyou #makeripples #echoesofchicago ~ ~ ~~ ~~~ ~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~ Flyer designed by Robert Johnson www.cgrayartist.wordpress.com @cgrayartist #artgallery #artofchi #avondale #chicago #chicagoart #chicagoconcerts #chicagocreatives #chicagoevents #chicagolivemusic #chicagolocal #chicagomade #chicagomakers #chicagomusic #chicagomusicscene #chicagophotographer #chicagosfinest #chicagounderground #chicagovendor #chitown #community #logansquare #nonprofit #popupshop #smallbusiness #supportlocal #vendor #volunteer (at Hairpin Arts Center)

[more-records]

#isotope217 #thrilljockey #tortoise #chicagounderground #トータス #cd #cdジャケット #morerecords #大宮 #モアレコ入荷情報 (more records)

[doyoucme3]

This Thursday I'm gonna be part of a cyphers. If you've never heard me spit before, you might wanna come out. It's lit. YEAGER!!! #ChicagoEvents #ChicagoMusic #ChicagoHipHop #ChicagoRap #ChicagoUnderground #Chicago #UndergroundRap

[braidedjanes]

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Sneak peek of one of our pieces for the show. We can’t wait to share our artwork with you! #trenzuda #juanastrenzudas #musicartwork #braidedjanes #statueofliberty #burn #isthistheplaceweusedtolove #chicagounderground #despierta #newmusicfriday #newmusic2019 #albumrelease https://www.instagram.com/p/BxTVVH7A0RY/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=qno1ixhlhuwu

[assassinatedpresident-blog]

New Vutumn Jay x Marley Don't Shoot Em

[timafeinordjs]

ENJOY MOST OF THE #NORdjs 🎶 soundcloud.com/nordjs 🎶 mixcloud.com/nordjs 📷 @monbonbonn #nordjs #msylvia #timafei #чикаго #themodum #uamodna #chicago_people #vasheradio #uapost #ffffound #xlr8r #chicagounderground #technoqueen #primarypresents #artofsound #techyes #312audio #unlistedchi #spybar #actnatural #downbeats #nationofhouse #houseofchi #thepoolhouse #systemrecordings #qualityhouseandtechno #weareintegrated #musicunitesusall #technogirls (at Chicago, Illinois)