So everyone, Are you ready for Halloween?
I’m getting ready and I’m Scott Savoy at the Sterling Creations desk.
And for today I am delighted to share our president’s editorial on how to discovery your independence.
This editorial is from her syllabus on a weekend camp that she is presently promoting.
Give it a read and send your feedback to donnajodhan@sterlingcreations.ca
Donna would love to hear from you!
Happy weekend!
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Discovering Your Independence
By Donna J. Jodhan
Independence is more than just doing things on your own—it’s one of the most important building blocks of self-development. It’s the ability to trust yourself, make decisions with clarity, and take ownership of the path you choose. But independence doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a process, and it begins with one simple step: self-belief.
The Foundation: Believing in Yourself
Before you can act independently, you must first believe that you are capable. Self-belief is the root of confidence; it’s the inner voice that tells you that your thoughts, your feelings, and your instincts matter. Without it, independence becomes impossible—you’ll always look outward for validation instead of trusting your own judgment.
Building Independence: Listen, Think, Act
Once you’ve grounded yourself in self-belief, independence begins to take shape. True independence isn’t about ignoring others; it’s about listening thoughtfully, thinking critically, and then having the courage to act on your own convictions. Listening broadens your perspective, thinking sharpens your choices, and acting turns intention into reality. Independence is forged in the balance between learning from others and trusting yourself enough to move forward.
Guidance Along the Way
No one becomes independent in isolation. Along the journey, you’ll seek advice from trusted friends, family, and mentors who can provide perspective. You’ll also find inspiration from influencers—people whose experiences, ideas, and values resonate with you. Their voices are not meant to replace your own but to help you see possibilities you might have overlooked.
The Moment of Decision
Ultimately, independence comes down to a single truth: the final decision is yours to make. You can gather guidance, weigh your options, and imagine different outcomes, but no one else can choose the path for you. Independence is about taking responsibility for your choices—whether they lead to triumph or teach you lessons through struggle.
Owning Your Power
Independence is not just freedom; it is responsibility. It demands courage, accountability, and self-awareness. When you embrace it fully, you step into the role of being your own leader. You stop waiting for someone else to hand you permission, and instead, you declare with conviction: I am the boss of my own life.
I’d like to leave you with this for your consideration.
A young person stands on the edge of a hill at sunrise. Behind them, a worn-out rope lies in the grass—snapped in two—symbolizing the release from reliance on others or from societal expectations. The horizon ahead glows with golden light, stretching into a vast landscape of open roads, mountains, and possibilities.
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The Figure: Standing tall with a small backpack slung over one shoulder, representing readiness for self-discovery. Their stance is confident, one foot slightly forward.
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The Rope: Frayed and broken behind them, illustrating the act of breaking free from dependence or restraint.
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The Horizon: A sun rising, casting long rays across mountains, rivers, and forests. The light represents hope, opportunity, and new beginnings.
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Details: Birds in flight overhead (symbolizing freedom), small flowers pushing through the grass (growth and resilience), and a winding path stretching forward (the journey of independence).
Style Suggestions:
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Minimalist line art with warm pastel colors for an uplifting, editorial-friendly tone.
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Alternatively, a bold, painterly style with strong sunlight and rich textures to emphasize empowerment and optimism.
Image = A minimalist illustration shows a person standing on a grassy hill with a backpack, gazing toward a rising sun over distant mountains and a winding path that leads into the horizon; birds fly overhead, and a broken rope lies on the ground near small flowers, symbolizing freedom or a new journey.
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