“I will use myself as an example. Someone saw a project I did. A person I had rated and respected at one point in time. They insisted it was great, leave it as it is. Perfect! They said. But I knew, the project needed a professional touch. I still got recognition for it, but felt it was lacking. My dear friend & mentor (1 of few), Ras Atiba says, “When your intentions are good, do not worry about the outcomes.” True words. I asked him to look at the project & I respect his helpful & constructive criticism. He said what I suspected as well, it needed a more polished & professionalized look. Truth? Yes, give me that. For with mistakes, we learn, get wiser, & grow. Try feeding my ego? WRONG MOVE. Why? Because everyday, I make sure, to work on destroying my ego. Ego’s will make one stagnant. But, I thank the individual for their attempted ego-stroking. Why? Because it gives me the valued opportunity to see their true colors. Yes, life-lessons are beautiful. Lol!!! ” ~Maxwanette A Poetess
P.S. Hmmm…I may need to start doing videos again🤗 #lifelessons #truestory #tidbits #plotsthecreativesmagazine
