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Planting Seeds for a Forest We May Never Sit Under

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  Purpose is the silent engine of progress. On this day of Nia , we focus on the color Yellow —the color of the sun and the intellect. We are challenged to look at our lives not as a series of random events, but as a purposeful construction project. In our community, Nia is the commitment to make our collective vocation the building and developing of our people. It is the realization that we are the answers to the prayers of our ancestors. When we live with Nia, we stop working for a paycheck and start working for a legacy. But how do we stay aligned when the world tries to pull us off course? How do we find the "forward-lean" required to lead our families and tribes? I dive deep into these questions in today's episode of Tha Daily Spark . Listen to the full episode here to sharpen your vision: Listen to "Nia: The Architecture of Our Collective Destiny" on Spreaker.
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Separation & Nia (16 ways to deal with the "Separation Phase") sample

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In the process of entering a rite of passage, the initiate is separated from their world. When this happens, they are often introduced to a new world that they must master. For most of us, this is a time of discomfort. A feeling of inadequacy and uncertainty arises. We begin to question what we have done thus far in our lives and wonder if there is more to life than what we have experienced. It is in these moments that we must reject the doubt and embrace our inner-truths. Nia requires the same thing; when we begin pursuing Nia, we experience separation and must master the new world we are presented with. 16 Ways To Deal With The "Separation Phase" 1. Use Your Circle Of Support – Have you heard of your "circle of support?" It's basically your support network: family, friends, teachers, mentors…anyone who you trust and can turn to for help! When you enter into this phase, you need to lean on these people more than ever. 2. Make Time For Reflection – Make sure you...
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