I have always been the kind of person who never quite fit in. It’s been that way for as long as I can remember. Don’t feel bad for me, though—this has quite literally shaped my success as an adult. While I had an extremely challenging childhood, I credit those difficulties with contributing to my growth and success as well.
Even now, I still don’t fully fit in, and I’ve become increasingly aware of this as I grow into the “I don’t give a damn” phase of my life. I’ve decided to focus on doing what makes me happy and to inspire that same excitement in others who enter my space.
Recently, I was assigned to a new project at work that has the potential to drain me completely and constantly challenges my work-life balance. Despite this, I do my best to maintain equilibrium because I’m a people person. I care far more about people than processes. I’m a motivator, capable of turning a piece of coal into a diamond. And I don’t believe in gatekeeping ideas.
Sharing my ideas, however, has often been met with adversity. But instead of erasing when others color outside the lines, I ask if I can borrow a crayon and color alongside them. Afterward, I frame that artwork to share it with the world—even if people call it ugly. Here’s the thing I’ve learned: the ugliest things often have the most beautiful stories. So, I keep framing them, hanging them up, and telling those stories for the world to see.
So, what does this have to do with owning a farm? Everything.
The old Jamie would have stayed quiet, taken those same pictures, and stuffed them in a drawer somewhere, never to be seen again. But this farm has become my bigger picture. It’s my canvas, my story, and my proof that I’ve evolved. I no longer feel the need to prove anything to anyone because my motivators have shifted. My intentions for people are genuine—I’m no longer trying to be someone I’m not or impress others for the wrong reasons.
Owning this farm has given me the freedom to become the best version of myself. It’s not about perfection; it’s about living authentically and building a life filled with purpose, passion, and connection.
Moral of the story: If you’re facing adversity, it usually means you’re on the right track. Keep challenging the norm and hanging up those pictures.
♥️✌🏼
– Jamie
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