CONTEXT IS KING

CONTEXT IS KING

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If you’ve ever tried to promote a blog or been in any type of media space, surely you’ve heard the phrase “Content is King”.

Well, today has truly instilled that “Context is King” per this example.

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First, in a recent new group message (it seems like I’m in a 100 group messages now-a-days) someone whose number I did not have saved was speaking.

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When I spoke, I was then hit with the question of “whose number starts with___(it was my number)”.

Before I replied I thought carefully of how I can reply because I wanted to know who the person is as well without my question being taken out of context.

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If I simply said my name and only said “Who are you”, that combination was bound to make it seem like I was being Mr. Tough Guy, like “Yeah I’m Me and Who the fuck are you”?

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But I simply stated my name alongside asking “who are you”, I let it be known that I did not mean in an aggressive/confrontational way.

In the end everyone laughed and my response read like a Goonies 2 script lmao.

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Tempers flare, fists are thrown all over how something is said rather than what is said.

Learn to use discretion and a quick self-check can save a clear room from turning into a smoke filled fire fight.

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VICTORY DELAYED

VICTORY DELAYED

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Yesterday I made a critical step toward one of my goals and man did it feel good.

After a year of investments: Physical, Emotional, & Spiritual , those investments finally paid off.

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Part of my goal was reached despite the naysayers and even against some internal conflict that arose within myself.

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I’m glad that it took a while (even though, it felt like an eternity) to take such a victory.

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ITS MY SUCCESS AND I WANT IT NOW

 

  Delayed gratification is spoken about a lot in today’s social climate although it is hardly implemented.

 

   If each goal was attained as soon as it was pursued it would be like playing 2K on rookie mode. How fun is it knowing that victory is guaranteed 99% of the time.

 

    The payoff of having hours upon hours come together in one moment is worth extremely more than an instant flash of victory.

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  It’s like seeing Naruto get to use rasengan after numerous episodes of him struggling and within those episodes being told that he couldn’t even achieve the technique that he practiced day in and out.

 

 Much like how Naruto steps to the rasengan start as minuscule and insignificant so does our process to success.

 

 Naruto had to try to burst a water balloon and rubber ball before being able to create a great ball of wind. That water balloon and rubber ball doesn’t compare to the power of pure wind in your hands, so why is it needed?


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 The foundation of anything you hope to attain is the most important part of your success. Without a solid foundation whatever you build is bound to sink, be destroyed , or worse not even created in the first place.

 

 So as you progress through life’s journey remember all the toiling and sweating is not worthless and in vain it is just the bridge that connects an idea to physical success.

 

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HOW SOCIAL MEDIA IS MAKING LEBRON’S SEASON EVEN MORE SAVAGE!

HOW SOCIAL MEDIA IS MAKING LEBRON’s SEASON EVEN MORE SAVAGE!

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In this day and age legacy is formed just as much off the court as on the court.

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Imagine if Jordan could’ve chronicled all of his pinnacle moments via social media, during his NBA reign. It would’ve made his status that much greater because we would’ve really felt like we was on that journey with him.

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Now let’s turn our attention to Lebron and that’s exactly what it feels like is happening now.

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This finally strike me on the head, when I seen Lebron’s post about time stamping his Zoom Soldier 11s as the “ejected game” 11s.

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Since the beginning of the summer Lebron has taken us thru his journey of what he call his #SAVAGESEASON15. Through his displays of grit and godlike talent we’ve seen a Lebron that look like he’s out to accomplish something for the ages and nothing will go unaccounted for.

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First you have Bron rocking out to Tee Grizzley’s first day out, which launched Lebron’s instastory being the stamp of approval for artists singles.

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To relentless posting of his workouts, the inside jokes(Arthur fist meme), and to the now INFAMOUS, KING OF NEW YORK photo.

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That Young Man Went to THE GARDEN [!!!!] and proclaimed himself as the KING OF NEW YORK!! 

That Young Man Went to THE GARDEN [!!!!] and proclaimed himself as the KING OF NEW YORK!! 

 Not to mention he called the active Chief of Staff a bum, who else does that?

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 It is clear Lebron is substantially seperated from mankind in physical capabilities, but his active use of social media platforms (especially using them to combat injustice) makes the superstar feel that much more human, thus making him more connected to the people and his journey more intiment.​

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The king continues to strive for greatness, as we witness his attempt to capture his 4th ring in one of his most notorious seasons yet!

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THE POWER OF STUPID

​THE POWER OF STUPID

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Being in law school has been one of the most fun and challenging experiences of my life. All my life I’ve been deemed as a smart and intelligent person by myself and others. However as of late, I’ve never realized how refreshing it is to feel stupid.

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Being surrounded by people much smarter than me made me realize how little I know. So many different backgrounds equipped with different experiences, these people have become possessed with knowledge I wouldn’t have attained on my own path.

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Stupidity and ignorance are usually associated with negative connotations because these words make you think of fools set in their ways; unwilling to change and these words are said as if they’re the permanent state of the person that is being described with such words.

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Being ignorant and willing to learn is probably the best position to be in, in order to ensue growth. Admittedly knowing nothing and actively seeking to acquire knowledge shows you’re more than ready to contribute to and absorb the world around you.

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Ironically stupidity can only serve as a driving force for smart people. In accordance with the words of the Lovely Ms. Erykah Badu: “The man that knows something knows that he knows nothing at all”

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WHAT IS KNOWN IS WHAT IS SHOWN

​WHAT IS KNOWN IS WHAT IS SHOWN

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Today was one of the first days I decided to "dress up" for class and the reactions were quite surprising. Everyone inquired on which occasion I was dressed for in which I promptly responded "life".

Then again I had to remember everyone don't know about my days of high school/undergrad in which, I dressed to the tee almost everyday. And today's situation made me realize people only know what you show.

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For example, Kanye West may have the most misunderstood personality in existence. In the eyes of the public most people see arrogance,anger,unfiltered passion...qualities which may make someone very not personable.

But those who are closest to Ye always speak of his joking nature and often try to reassure the public , Ye is not as exaggerated as he seems.

Taken from Big Sean's verse on Kanye West's "See Me Now" 👉🏾 https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/my-beautiful-dark-twisted-fantasy/id403822142

Taken from Big Sean's verse on Kanye West's "See Me Now" 👉🏾 https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/my-beautiful-dark-twisted-fantasy/id403822142

However until a person see those said qualities for their self the only logical action that can follow is assumption.

So if you are seeking to be known/perceived as something else, then that something else is what you must make an effort to show. If you never show we'll never know!

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