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Perspective & Advice for Those Facing Insurmountable Odds

Throughout our journey with Voyage, the one thing we have learned over and over is that hidden within every challenge is a blessing or opportunity. It’s up to us to determine whether a challenge we face will be a step back or the catalyst for a step forward.

We had the honor of connecting with some of the city’s brightest leaders and role models and we asked them our question of the month: What is the best advice you have for someone who feels like they are facing insurmountable odds.

Below, you’ll find their advice and links and other info so you can learn more about them, their work and how to connect with them. We’ll be interviewing many of these amazing individuals in the coming weeks, stay tuned.

Scott Newman | Collaboration & Productivity or Founder & CEO Elevation Concepts

You must have GRIT. Guts. Resilience. Initiative. Tenacity. You need to have a grinder mentality!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevationconcepts/

Sylenia Dunn | Financial Professional/Clothing Brand Owner

Always remember WHY you started to accomplish your goals. Think of this WHY every time you feel defeated. Even when the odds are against you, be consistent in your efforts. A best practice is to have systems in place, especially for days you lack motivation. You will have a ton of down days as you try to obtain more out of life! Enjoy the process and this includes the wins as well as the losses.

Instagram: @sylenia_dunn Website: www.wealthwave.com/sdunn, www.reupultd.com

Olivia Wandtke | Freelance Model & Legal Assistant for an Attorney

What I have realized works best for me personally and being a Christian, is not only having a connection with God through prayer but getting connected and volunteering with my church. It has brought such blessings and a light into my life. For times church is not involved, I utilize my creative side and paint what I am feeling while listening to music and putting the doubts and negative thoughts into a box. I do have to say- prayer has helped me and my mind in ways I cannot put into words. Ask for peace and guidance- you will get through any hardships and odds you are facing.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liv_wandtke/

Jennifer Troice | sculptor

You are stronger and more capable than you think! Sometimes it can feel like something is impossible to achieve, like everything is against you and your goal, but if you want it enough there’s always a way to get it done! My advice would be to be creative; think of a way other than the conventional of reaching your goal and impress people with the novelty and originality of your solution. Make it hard to say no to and give them something they aren’t expecting. A great book to read when you have these feelings is “David and Goliath” by Malcolm Gladwell.

Website: www.jennifertroice.com Instagram: @jennifertroice

Joan Lis Kalarickal | Artist & Entrepreneur

Being a South Asian, there is a lot of pressure to take a conservative approach in finding a career and being successful. Usually these options are: medical field, engineering, or law. Even though I took many health science classes throughout my schooling, I couldn’t ever see myself in that field. After a rocky couple of years, I figured out that beauty and fashion is what I truly wanted to do. I have always had a passion for beauty and fashion ever since I was a child. In the summer of 2014, I began doing henna as a small side business. I created HennaByJoan as a platform to display my craft. Within the next year and a half, I added hair and makeup to my services. While developing my business and broadening my clientele, I worked in cosmetics with brands like Lancôme and Chanel. At the same time, I learned the art of saree draping and added that my list of offered services. When I graduated with a Bachelors in Business Entrepreneurship, I took the next step in my career and became a certified makeup artist. Once I completed the program, I took up BeautyByJLis full time. Even though there is a lot of risk and uncertainty involved in starting your own business, you have to follow your heart. There were many people who thought differently of my career choices, most of them being family members. You always have to remember why you started in the first place, stay determined, and keep going. My fav favorite quote is “if you do what you love, you’ll never work a day in your life” by Marc Anthony.

Website: BeautyByJLis.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautybyjlis/?hl=en

Robert Valencia | DFW photographer

Never feel above asking for guidance from those who have already conquered. Mentors are here for a reason, and be sure to help those in need when it’s your turn to be the mentor.

Instagram: @robertv_photography

Danielle Drake | Model

My advice for anyone going through insurmountable odd would be. That’s it’s okay if you feel stuck. It’s okay to feel frustrated or even angry. It’s okay to lay in bed and think you will never accomplish anything, because you don’t where to start or what you want to do. All this is perfectly normal and all you have to do is take a deep breath and look straight ahead to the great tunnel of wonder and JUST GO FOR IT BABE! Push through that wall that’s holding you back, break that clear glass that keeping you from your goal and just be you and so much more. There so much potential in you and you have show yourself before others can see. We are all different and that’s okay, take those odds and where them like a crown because you are a queen and never let anyone tell you different!

Instagram: @danielle_drake7

Stephanie Mendez | Medical Receptionist | Movie Critic

The advice I would give someone who was facing insurmountable odds would be to take a step back, close your eyes and take a deep breath. You may have to look at this from a different perspective. Don’t let this challenge overwhelm you & ask for help. There is absolutely nothing wrong in asking for help. Whether it be from your co-workers, friends, family or spiritually.

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/stephaniedesarae5

Tekia Gee | Actress/Personality ”Youth Mentor & City Advocate of OGU

Go through it, to get it. I’m a firm believer that all things happen for a reason or season. We all have a purpose in life to figure out what we are here to do. When faced with insurmountable odds, stay strong, believe in yourself and keep swinging until you come out on the other side. We are not giving more than we can bear. I have been a fighter all my life. So keep fighting hard, YOU WILL BE THE CHAMP AND YOUR BELT WILL BE YOUR PEACE!

Instagram: @tekia_gee IG OR Tekia Gee/FB on or all platform.

The A.M. | Artist & Producer

Nothing in life is easy, and Ive always heard that the best things in life take time and hard work to truly achieve.If you are waking up daily looking up at the mountain high amount of stuff you have to do, you’re growing. Don’t look at the challenges as a whole, look at the little stuff you’re doing to overcome it then praise yourself for being strong enough to attempt it! Whats the point of living a live without challenges? Nothing would be worth it anymore, if you feel like you’re fighting that up hill battle know I am rooting for you! Everyone, who wakes up daily looking at that mountain is rooting for you. Take it a day at a time, a step at a time, a task at a time. And when you look back you’ll see how far you’ve come, and you’ll see how much you’ve grown from being strong enough to just take another step.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/intotheams Twitter: https://twitter.com/intotheam Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intotheamss

Scott Hoepker | Artist/painter

My advice is to wake up each morning like it’s your last day on earth, be willing to fight for your happiness and future. Everyone has a talent but only you can bring that talent out in the open for the world to appreciate. Nothing in this world is free, especially success and you have to dig deep inside your soul and go after your dreams until you succeed. Find a trade that makes you happy in life, never compare your future to the mislead dreams you see on tv. The struggles in this world are real and I’ve been there but you can’t dwell on your past mistakes, you have to move forward and knock down those walls to rebuild something new. Never give in to thinking you don’t have a talent because WE ALL DO!

Instagram: @chemicalcandycustoms Website: www.chemicalcandycustoms.com

@blackbearbrand @bradleywentzel photography

Dior kingbeautiful | “The Hair Artist”

Don’t settle for failure, continue to grow vigorously and survive the obstacles for there is a greater reward at the End !

Instagram: @kingbeautiful_hairgod and @kingbeautiful Facebook: Terrence Todd Website: http://www.kingbeautiful1.booksy.com

Sejal Jannu | Design Student & Growing Lifestyle YouTuber

The best advice I have for someone who feels they are experiencing insurmountable odds is that (as cliche as it sounds), everything happens for a reason. If you feel like nothing is going right, just remember that things will ultimately get better. All of the catastrophic things that have happened in the past have lead you to where you are today, and if you aren’t where you want to be, maybe you’re about to get there. Good things take time, you have to learn to trust the process.

Instagram: instagram.com/sejaljannu YouTube: youtube.com/sejaljannu

Anita Ivancevic | founder & CEO of Dallas Gift Wrap Creations

This is life. At one point or another, we have all felt this way. Please know that you are not alone. Take a deep breath… actually, take four. Take a few steps back, step out of the problem and remind yourself that: 1. You are only human 2. Whatever challenge is in front of you does not define you 3. You are capable of procuring a different outcome for yourself 4. Be prepared to pivot. In business and in life, there may be a different way of getting where you’re trying to go 5. Don’t be afraid to fail. What’s the worst that can happen? 6. No matter what, you are worthy. Lastly, be gentle with yourself. The world is hard enough on us, be kind and be gentle with yourself and remember that every problem has a solution.

Website: giftwrapcreations.com Instagram: @dallasgiftwrapcreations

Alethea Armstrong | Owner & Lead Designer of Petals & Pastels OR Florist & Editor

Community. So often the stress in our lives makes us feel like we are alone and will never be able to get over the hurdles in front of us. But this is exactly why a strong community is so important. They can be friends, family, coworkers, or Friendors (as we like to call them in the wedding industry). They are the people who build you up, support your dreams, help you find solutions to your problems, and turn those mountains back into molehills. You are not alone and there are so many amazing people around you who are willing to be there for you. So don’t be afraid to ask for help!

Website: www.petalsnpastels.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/petalsnpastels Facebook: www.facebook.com/petalsnpastels

Chronicle Cakes | Artistic Designs, Delicious Treats, Sweet Moments Maker

To take a deep breath, step back and review the situation. Break each task down into smaller steps, ones you can manage. This is where your creativity can come alive, really challenge yourself to think outside the box, find a solution that can be so much better than what you believed possible. Every challenge is a learning experience, to level you up and prepare you for the next. The gratification will push you to achieve more than you’d ever dreamed of. You are always more capable than you imagined.

Website: https://chroniclecakes.wixsite.com/sweetmoments Instagram: @chroniclecakes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChronicleCakes/

The Wood’s Weddings | Joseph and Michelle Wood, Wedding Photographers

When it seems as though the world is against you, my best advise is to keep positive. Try to find the good in even the worst situations. It is easy to let negativity consume you, but the happiness of your life depends on the quality of your thoughts. Reach out to friends, open up, pray about it. And when you find yourself really down and out, smile for 30 seconds. It is guaranteed to brighten your spirit!

Website: thewoodsweddings.net Facebook: (The Wood’s Weddings) Instagram: @thewoodsweddings

Jessica Rodriguez | Hair Stylist & Illustrator

You have to believe in yourself. It is human nature to doubt and to feel like you are not worthy, but staying true to your goals and focusing on what you really want will help guide you through the struggles. I feel that many people focus too much on the little things and obstacles that keep getting in the way, but they must always remember that nothing lasts forever. Just keep moving forward and stay positive. Manifest your dreams and they will come true!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tousledbyjess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tousledbyjess/ Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NoemiPapeterie

KayLee Wheeler | Marketing Coordinator & Photographer

Everyone has some sort of barrier before them that appears to be too great to overcome, whether you can tell or not. A big piece of what makes you who you are is if you allow it to define you or push ahead to defeat it. Often times the best strategy to approach your personal fight is to lean on those you love and take it one piece at a time. The fight is what makes the result worth it!

Instagram: @kaylees.lovelist

Mike Hamill | Dallas award winning tattoo artist. Specializing in portraits

If it’s not an issue you feel you can conquer on your own, I’m a big believer in self help and therapy. Sometimes getting the courage to take that step is the hardest part. It’s always scary taking the step and having fear of the unknown but I’m my life personally every scary step I have taken has benefited me greatly. Don’t dwell on where you are because it seems so far away from where you want to be. Be better tomorrow than you were today and you will see results quicker than you imaged. You need to believe that where you are is where you are supposed to be at that moment. What seems impossible may be necessary for you to grow and accomplish the greatness that you are supposed to achieve.

Instagram: @mikehamill17, @supernova_tattoo_studio

Jordan Greenly | Makeup Artist & Model

Perspective is the best gift I can give. Remind yourself of what’s truly important and what your end goals are. There’s no denying life is damn hard sometimes, and the odds may not always be in your favor. But if you are able to look outside of your immediate circumstances and remember what your purpose is, nothing can stop you from achieving what you set your mind to.

Instagram: @jo_greenly

DJ MOBOUNCE

For someone that is facing insurmountable odds is to always stay focused and prayed up. No dark moment time last forever. We have to remember there’s always sunshine after the storm.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djmobounce/

Sydney Armstrong | Graphic Illustrator

My best advice that I can give someone who feels that their dreams are unattainable is to most believe in yourself and what you are doing. If you continue to push yourself further each day, it will eventually show. People tend to care too much about others opinions on their dreams but I think it’s most important to not always let others guide your own choices for YOUR OWN future. At the end of the day, if you love what you’re doing and work hard enough, I truly believe success will find you, no matter the odds.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sydneycheyenne/ https://www.instagram.com/graphicswear/

Tatiana Lucia Gantt | Actress and Teaching Artist

Take it day by day and focus on the positive things you can celebrate! There will be periods in life where everything feels against you and then there will be wonderful periods of prosperity. Learn to enjoy and celebrate both. Some of my darkest, most challenging times, have been some of the biggest times of growth and creativity. Learn to look at the odds as challenges and find ways to celebrate little victories.

Instagram: @Tatiana Gantt

Nancy Cole | owner, and Photographer, Nancy Cole Photography, LLC

The best advice that I can give everyone who feels like they are facing insurmountable odds is to stay the course. You have to be honest and true to yourself. Those odds will always work out in your favor if you just get in and do the work. You have to do the work, the reward on the other side is so much greater.

Website: www.nancycolephoto.com Instagram: @nancycole__ Facebook: www.facebook.com/nancycolephoto

David Wilson | Guitarist Extraordinaire

Believe in yourself and practice positive self-talk and affirmations. Dwelling on the fact you were dealt a bad hand isn’t productive. Figure out how to get the odds in your favor instead and act on it.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Daviidw3 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daviidw3/ Website: https://www.electrikants.com/

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Loren Reynolds | connecter of people & products

We wouldn’t know what a good day is if we never had a bad one. This is the ebb and flow of life. Like most, I have my fair share of “insurmountable odds,” but I know once I get through the problem my life will be richer in a new way…..a way I could not even fathom.

Website: www.lorenreynolds.com Instagram: @reynoldsloren & @txsherrill

Nate Ontiveros | Youtuber/Videographer/Social Media Influencer

“Stay positive, believe in YOURSELF and most importantly never give up no matter how hard things may seem. A combination of hard work and consistency will take you far and you’ll achieve whatever it is you want to achieve. Stay focused and keep your eyes on the prize!”

YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/nategawd Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nategawd92/ Twitter, Instagram & Snapchat: @nategawd

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