Fear can paralyze your life and prevent you from following your dreams. It’s all in your mind; – stop thinking about the hurdles and just jump over them.
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Beautiful
Thank you Alexis.
Profound
Marcia- your story is a testament to this quote. Look at what you were able to accomplish.
Indeed, so true. Can you kindly send me contact details so that I can send you a signed copy of my book, 🙂
Awesome. Will do. Thank you 🙂
Great advice Cloyette, especially for the young people.
Thank you Morslyn. I occasionally need to remind myself too.
I often do too my sister!