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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 same old
beaten path, there is no obligation
to march with them.
--
Iyanla Vanzant
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