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10 things i've learned while living in los angeles

I moved to L.A. in the summer of 2015 with a dollar and a dream. Although the circumstances that got me here weren’t ideal, I am thankful for all that I have experienced these past ten years. It has truly made me the man that I am today. With that being said, here’s my list (in no particular order) of what I’ve learned while living in Los Angeles.

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be the impact: why cancer screening supports black communities

It was an honor to discuss the importance of cancer screening and share how cancer has personally impacted my family. #sponsored In partnership with @Novartis and @BlavityInc, @taralindaaa and I chatted with experts at Novartis and the @AmericanCancerSociety about how regular cancer screening can help find cancer early, when it may be easier to treat.

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pray everyday

Pray for clarity and direction in this time, pray for good health and protection when you go out for your essentials. Pray for resources to cover your rent and bills. Pray for the well being of your loved ones. Anything else at this point is a bonus and God’s favor. In this time I hope you realize what really matters, what never did and what always will.

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why we need to push through during times of adversity

Most people never “fail big” because they’d rather “play it safe.” Here’s the thing, there’s nothing wrong with playing it safe, but how could you expect to really fulfill your purpose if you don’t step out on belief and fate that you can actually achieve your goals? God doesn’t make a move until you do, that’s just how this works. Generally speaking there are dreamers and there are doers, I’m challenging you to be both.

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