The Power Of Friendship

I'm very picky with who I surround myself with. The older I get, the more I understand how everybody shouldn't be around you. Personalities, habits, traits, and words, rub off naturally. You've heard the saying, "You are who you hang around.'' THAT'S THE TRUTH. People you choose to associate with determine a lot of where you're going in life. Be selective with who you call friend. 

Not only are the women in my life great, I have some male friends who are really going after everything that they want. Being around people who are crushing their goals, is so motivating. The power of having a strong circle really pushes you to be the best version of yourself. I’m at a place in my life, where I am really selective of the people I’m giving my energy to. In my past, so many people would suck the energy out of me but not pour into me. Having a strong circle, whether you talk to them every day or not, will have you making better life choices. People say, "Millionaires hang around millionaires.''  That quote is so true. Who you hang with and spend time with is who you ultimately are and want to be. You shouldn't be the most successful person in your circle. 

I’m able to learn from my circle. I love how my friends and family can call me out when I’m doing something crazy, or making bad decisions. That’s the greatness that comes when your circle is really on another level. Everybody around me is elevating in their own lane, getting their own bag and focused on growth. We aren’t having petty arguments, drama, gossiping, or any of that. When you change the people that you hang around, your conversations are different. Once the conversation shift, your mind will ultimately shift. My friends and I have goals that we are trying to accomplish, so we are moving a little differently. I only want to be around people who are inspiring me. 

If I'm around my friend, Toria, we don't even have to discuss goals, I see how hard she's working and it pushes me. The crazy thing is, we don't speak every single day, but when we speak or link up, I leave better than I came. Just seeing her booking clients drives me to go harder. I remember her starting her business and to see where she is now, shows what hard work can do. My hairstylist doesn't have to talk about all the moves she's making, I see it when I'm in her presence and it inspires me. Sometimes, it's not all about talking about it, but doing it. The people around me, are DOING IT, and it pushes me to do it. I feel lazy if everybody around me is working and I'm doing nothing. Be selective of who you are around, because their habits will rub off on you. The power of friendship and networking is real. Friendships are important, but make sure your friends look like your future.