From a people pleaser to a dreamer, meet amfntreasure

Hello Steemit, my name is Amani (uh-man-ee) #introduceyourself. I go by amfntreasure to remind myself of the brilliance that is emerging as I begin to trust my calling. I live in beautiful Oakland, California.

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Last month I married my best friend who has believed in my abilities more than I ever have.
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I'm here because writing has been a outlet for me privately my whole life. After years of journaling, writing research papers, and editing for others, it is finally time that I express myself through creative writing.

I spent years doing what was expected of me, completing college and graduate school, but feeling unfulfilled and not getting anywhere. I spent a lot time in therapy, reading, and practicing spiritual healing to discover and accept who I am. I learned that I shouldn't be doing things solely to please my family or because I believe it's what they want, because living that way doesn't honor anyone.

Another thing I realized is that no matter how much I wanted it at first, I end up hating every job I've ever taken and despite my education, my jobs never turned into careers. I just got a new job in January and vowed that this one will be my last as I nurture my dreams and monetize them.

My Dreams

My ultimate dream is to become a professional pool player. I'm also exploring writing and developing a food business (I'll tell you more about it in another post, I promise!). It's not easy, but far more fulfilling than any job I've ever had. I'll be using Steemit to document how I got to this point and the lessons I learn as I continue to grow.

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This is my game face (my mom says it's unflattering)

Things I love

Pool (duh), puzzles, writing, Harry Potter, tacos, sushi, Top Chef, I Love Lucy, naps, inspirational quotes, miniature things, self-improvement and reflection, food justice, unconditional love, learning about others' quirks, martial arts

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Aspiration

My aspirations in life are to solve problems and to be an innovator and I ecstatically look forward to living as such.

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Thanks for reading, can't wait to see more from the Steemit community!

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Welcome to steemit family! Good luck! I am sure that you will fully enjoy your journey here:)

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Welcome to Steemit, amfntreasure! Wish you a very wonderful journey here in this awesome community :) It is very nice to meet you!

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Some people compare me to Harry Potter, and pool is fun to play and you make me smile and your husband is a lucky man.

Welcome @amfntreasure! I believe working for your own ideas is the only way to feel fulfilled. Everyone of us is an artist who has the need to create, to gave his contribution to the world.
By the way, I love your game face and I will agree with your mother. There is some respect here! Good luck and hope your dream come true!

Hi, Amani..Welcome! So nice to have you here with us. If you have any questions, just post them here and I will be glad to help if I can. Good luck!

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