When we make strides in life we face obstacles and challenges

The needle pulls the thread. – Yoruba proverb

When we make strides in life we face obstacles and challenges.  There are times when that which is most familiar to us will present the most challenging opposition – our family.  If our life moves away from what is familiar to our family, they become frightened we will leave them.  They may use their fears and concerns as a reason not to support us.  They may not understand why we cannot do things the way they’ve always been done.  The way they are comfortable with doing things.  We want our family to support and encourage our dreams, but if they don’t it is okay.  Sometimes we must step out alone, make a new way, start the path others will follow.  Our job is to let our families know that we love them, keep them as informed as they care to be; when possible, we should invite them to join us in the process.  However, if they choose to stay on the old beaten path, there is no obligation to march with them.   

 I am weaving the fibers of a new world.  – Iyanla Vanzant