Follow what inspires you Glenda: me vs ME

Conversations with myself happen quite often and today’s was inspired by my interaction with a young lady who is part of my team. Her energy, her potential—it was radiating optimism. But behind that sparkle, I could also see something else—a hesitation. A doubt. Questions like  “Am I even up for this? Can I handle it? What if I don’t have enough experience? “

It’s funny, isn’t it? How so many of us pour energy into lifting others up but hesitate when it comes to shining a light on ourselves. I wonder if it’s because standing out feels like stepping into the unknown—exciting, yes, but also terrifying. It requires us to fully own our power, to risk failure, and to acknowledge that there might be no limits to what we can achieve if we truly commit.

Here’s my truth I’m starting to grasp—holding back doesn’t protect me. It actually limits me. When I clip my own wings, not only am I losing out on what I have been shown by my Creator that I will become, but I am also failing to fully serve those I aim to inspire.

Every time I encourage someone else to take the leap, I give them the belief they need to succeed. Yet how much more impact could I have if I led by example 100%?

My interaction with her reminded me that fear is not a sign to stop, but an invitation to push ahead. Fear is often just our mind’s way of signalling that we’re standing on the edge of transformation. And isn’t that an incredible place to be?

I sat there reflecting—as much as I want her, and everyone I inspire, to be bold and take their chances, how can I truly ask her to leap if I’ve only dipped my toes in? Courage is contagious, but so is hesitation.

Commitment starts with me. It starts with fully stepping into my potential and knowing that even if I stumble, I’m still moving forward. If a little effort already helps me stand out, what would it mean to truly go all in? To unapologetically show up as my best self, without shrinking back or second-guessing whether I’m “too much”?

I have read so many books that has the message of “When we allow ourselves to step into our power, we gift others the permission to do the same”. Well guess what I am starting to accept, it’s not arrogance; it’s alignment. Alignment with purpose, passion, and the unique gift we’re here to share.

Today reminded me that “returning to self” isn’t just about reflecting quietly or retreating inward—it’s also about standing boldly outward. It’s claiming space unapologetically because we deserve to be here, and what we have to offer matters.

I AM choosing moving forward. No more halfway shows, no more dimmed light. Just full, unapologetic presence. Not just for me, but for the legacy I want to leave. After all, if not now, when?