Maya’s moving to Ghana…
Even though these are uncertain times, even though we’re in a pandemic, even though not all family members approve.
“I’m following the signs in front of me,” Maya says. “I’m going where the river is taking me.”
I first met this bold business woman several months ago…
…And when I did a spiritual reading for her back then, I told her what she
already knew — her ancestors want her in Ghana. (Ancestors have their own reasons.)
Maya says she felt a spiritual and cultural connection to Ghana during her first visit years ago.
Even though she grew up in Florida and has Jamaican and African-American roots, when she stepped off the plane in Ghana, it was like watching a movie reminding her this is home.
I’m sharing Maya’s journey because I hope it inspires you.
Here’s what I’ve learned. Our souls don’t like stagnation.
We can’t keep living the same life over and over again, then wonder why we
feel unfulfilled, like something big is missing.
Something must change.
Sometimes we need to let folks go, things go, jobs go, or even a country go.
My own journey has taught me there’s never a perfect time. Never.
When I went to Nigeria in 2008 to start working on my film, we were in the
midst of a major recession. My Mom didn’t want me to go. She felt I should
save my money for something else.
Every time I listened to Mom my heart sank. I stopped listening to Mom.
Here’s the thing, if you’re looking for a reason NOT to do what you feel called to do, you will definitely find it.
Some reasons are valid. But let’s face it — some reasons are based on fear. We need honesty and wisdom to know the difference.
Maya says she refuses to be scared. “It’s weird,” she told me. “I feel happy for the first time. I’m looking forward to every day.”
My tips for following your calling during tough times? I shared many in my book, Meditations Across The King’s River, but for now I will say:
- Don’t try to do everything. Focus on what will bring the most value.
- Eliminate distractions. You can’t spend more time on social media
than you spend on your goals. - Align yourself with mentors and/or folks that can genuinely help you.
- Be patient. Allow things to develop in their own way and at their own
pace. - Find a way to fund your dreams.
That’s what Maya did. Several months ago, she started an online business of Ghananian imports to support her move this year.I’m going to miss my friend Maya. I told her to keep the faith and to remember the ancestors will be there to support her.
Your ancestors will support you too. Move with Spirit.I have to go. Working on a new trailer for my film, Across The King’s River,
and my director will be here soon.
All my loveJames
P.S. Still available for spiritual readings.
P.S.S. If you would like to purchase a signed copy of my book, write me back.
BlessingsJames