Many times in the face of adversity, pain and suffering, our circumstances dictate what our lives would become. Sometimes you will have to muster up strength to persevere the tough and difficult times. This book was birth out of my pain, despair, and struggles, as well as my triumphs, self-discovery, and fulfillment. I overcame the odds, and survived the storms by refusing to be defeated. It created something significant in me that awakened me to what my purpose entails. Throughout the process, I realized that I had to encourage myself, move past my emotions and what I felt and surround myself with anything that brought me peace and tranquility. I immerse myself into activities of my interest, such as painting, writing, photography, travelling, and the like. You see, I am a creative, and I found using my creativity provided me a way of escape from my reality. My focus and determination to survive, and withstand the hardships that I encountered, developed resilience and tenacity within me. I am here to encourage you. To be your cheerleader. To help you to adapt, or change your way of thinking and mindset. To inspire you to take control and not let life dictate to you anything less than who you are and what you can be. But most of all, I am here to motivate you, to be the best version of yourself. There is nothing new under the sun. If I can make it, so can you!! We all have greatness that resides within us, but we must clear out the clutter, and get rid of the excess baggage that keeps us confined within the walls that we have created. Giving up is not an option!! Never give up on you!!!