89% Funded KickStarter Journal Day 25-26
What lesson can I share today? Today's lesson is on getting out of your comfort zone. If you plan on using crowdfunding for your project and you aren't comfortable asking for help especially monetary help then prepare to be uncomfortable.
It was my hope that one quick email would be sufficient to get enough backing for my project. That was wishful thinking. No, In order to have gotten this far I sent out a newsletter every week. I mentioned it every chance I got at social gatherings. I had numerous one on one meetings with friends and family and I sent out friendly reminders via text especially now that the deadline is approaching.
Now I hope I wasn't a pest. But what I learned in my journey is that "A person's success in life can usually be measured by the number of uncomfortable conversations he or she is willing to have." - Tim Ferriss
So prepare to be uncomfortable because that's where growth occurs.
To a Life Beyond Ordinary!
Orlando Javien Jr., The Man of Many Hats
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What's Your Noise?
Good morning a welcome back to The Javien Chronicles! Today I have a question for you. A question to ponder and a question to share if you would like. My question for you today is: Are you living a life beyond ordinary, or are you just existing ("same thing, different day" mentality)?
In the beginning when God created man He said, "Let us make man in our image, after our likeness; and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the birds of the air, and over cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creeps upon the earth." So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.
If we are to believe God at His word then should we not strive to live in His image. In way that magnifies His greatness. I believe most people choose mediocrity because they are too distracted to see any other way.
One of the latest crazes that is fueling this mindset is the game Pokemon Go. I mean it seems innocent enough. It does get the kids out of the house and walking and interacting with others. However, the problem is most kids and adults who play the game aren't paying attention to their surroundings. That's why the news headlines are plastered with Pokemon Go accidents. The sign below makes you think. Really! Does one really need to be reminded that distracted driving is dangerous.
Pokemon Go is just one of noises preventing many from living in God's image. Do you know what distracts you? If you are a stay-at-home mom, it may be keeping the house in order or driving the kids to all their activities. If you are a teen, it may be your cell phone, social media, or video games. If you love watching or playing sports, that may be what hinders you.
Some noises are louder than others, like an addiction to substances or pornography, while others may not be as loud but innappropriate in certain scenarios.
Take a look at a drum beat. If and when it is played within the context of a parade or concert, it is regarded as music. However, when it is played while someone is sleeping, the beating of a drum is without a doubt, noise.
In my upcoming book I share the noises in my life in hopes that others may recognize the noises in theirs. God speaks in a still small voice. If we neglect to lower the volume how can we ever expect to hear Him.
To a life beyond ordinary!
Orlando Javien Jr., The Man of Many Hats
What's Your Noise? Part II
One of the biggest distractions and loudest noises in my life was an addiction to pornography. It was an addiction that consumed me daily and almost consumed my marriage. One of the detrimental affects of the addiction was the barrier that it created between my wife and I. My wife always wanted to talk to me and she wanted to know what was on my heart. But because only darkness dwelt in my mind and in my heart I choose to stay quiet, afraid of revealing my sins.
Then on August 14, 2007, when the weight became more than I could carry, I gained enough courage to seek help. On that day I attended a 5:00 A.M. prayer meeting and at that meeting I encountered God and was forever drawn to His light.
God is light and in him is no darkness at all. If we say we have fellowship with him while we walk in darkness, we lie and do not live according to truth; but if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin. If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just, and will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:5-9
I've been asked why I am so open about my past struggles. I think the best answer can be found in the Gospel of Matthew.
In Matthew 7:3-5 Jesus says, Why do you see the speck that is in your brother's eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye? Or how can you say to your brother, 'Let me take the speck out of your eye,' when there is the log in your own eye? You hypocrite, first take the log out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to take the speck out of your brother's eye.
From the above passage I've learned that if I point to my own log for others to see, invariably others can see the splinters in their own eyes. And when the obstructions are removed from our eyes, it is then, that we can see the true beauty of God's light.
If you know of a family member or friend that is having marital struggles please forward this message to them. It may be what they need to hear. Also take a moment to watch the video below so you can take a glimpse of God's bright light.
KickStarter Journal Day 10
Good morning and welcome to Day 10 of my KickStarter Journal!
It's day 10 and there has been very little activity since the surge I saw last week. It is to be expected. I mean people have lives. No one besides myself is watching everyday to see if the pledge number goes up.
So the lesson for today is on planning. Because I have an idea of the mindset of people, I realize that I will need to remind them again soon to keep the momentum and at the same time not harrass them. So my plan for the upcoming weeks is to unveil a couple of comic strips that relate to my book. I plan on unveiling one each week until the campaign comes to a close.
I plan to use it like a movie trailer that allows my audience to experience the book before it comes available. So keep an eye out for the first one. I plan to unveil it on Tuesday.
To a Life Beyond Ordinary!
Orlando Javien Jr., The Man of Many Hats
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