Summary: A seed was incubating in my thoughts for more than a decade. Rooted in my experience as a single teen mom, I dreamt of creating communities for girls without support or financial means, and establishing residential and education centers for them. They would become stakeholders of sustainable communities. They would lift each other as they climbed. My audacious vision provided everything they needed for their health and safety, education, personal development, financial autonomy, and networks for a joy filled life. As I dared to dream bigger, I pictured each small, self-sustaining centers becoming part of an expanding global network, with reciprocity and cultural exchanges. I believe the more we know and understand about each other, the more we will embrace and celebrate our diversity and uniqueness. I am convinced the more we empower women and children by providing them the training, support, and confidence to raise their own tide level, all boats will rise, and the ripple will become a tsunami of love, well-being, collaboration, and celebration. When women do well, economies flourish, and peace spreads. I have nurtured this dream, allowing it to grow and flow “on my mental drawing board. I doodled models for housing and common areas, imagined types, of business that the girls would manage to create consistent, scalable income, and the teachers, speakers, and supporters that we would attract. I already know the name of the first community. It will be called ‘The Charlotte’ in honour of my mother. As more communities are opened around the world, each one will be a tribute to a woman who lifted others. Today, I am one rung higher on the ladder of making my dream a reality. What is your passion? How does your passion translate into your purpose? You are never too young or too old to uncover the answers. If you aren’t sure how to begin to write the script for your next and most fulfilling role in life, I am here to help you. Check out previous podcast episodes for ideas on living an epic life, and explore the free resources and programs on my website, The Encore Catalyst. If you are ready for a one-on-one conversation about making your dreams become your reality, and living your legacy now, book an Encore Evaluation with me.
