The Beauty of the Struggle: An Autobiography by Sandra Lynn Chamberlain
The Beauty of The Struggle | Introduction
“What sets you apart can sometimes feel like a burden and it’s not. And a lot of the time, it’s what makes you great.” —Emma Stone
Assuming we indeed choose our life-path before birth, I must have been feeling particularly adventurous when I selected mine! As a born psychic medium raised in an exceedingly strict Baptist family, one can only imagine how I stood out like a unicorn in a herd of cattle. But, that's not really the half of it. Throughout my journey in life, I've had to face many challenging obstacles and endure some pretty heart-wrenching moments along the way. As the saying goes, "With great power comes great responsibility," and I can definitely attest to that.
Growing up in the heart of Knoxville, Tennessee, I didn't have the world at my feet, but I had the heart and resilience to make the most out of every situation. Despite being labeled as "underprivileged," my family and I never saw ourselves as disadvantaged. If anything, being what the world refers to as lower-class, taught me to remain humble in a society that is predominantly materially driven and self-absorbed. My riches in life have always been my relationships with family and friends, and I've dedicated my entire existence to loving and protecting those who matter most to me.
Over the span of my forty-one years of life, I have learned to focus on the silver lining in every situation and to be grateful for the blessings bestowed upon me by the Divine. I've come to understand that every experience, perceived good or bad, has a greater purpose and is meant to either teach us a lesson or be a blessing. Everything I have been through, led me to become the person that I am today and I could not be more grateful for the experiences.
For much of my life, I maintained a low profile, playing it safe and shrinking away from the spotlight. Although, that never deterred me from being highly extroverted, “free-spirit". Deep down, I have always known and wholeheartedly believed that I was destined for something far greater. I consistently held lofty aspirations and burned with an intense longing to make a significant impact on the people around me and the world. Despite the detractors who attempted to convince me that my personality and gifts were a burden or a sign of malevolence, I persevered, secure in the knowledge that the universe had grand plans for me. Over time, I began to accept my unique abilities as blessings that the Creator had woven into the fabric of my being, destined to be used to spread love and positivity wherever I went.
Disclaimer: This is a work of creative nonfiction. All of the events in this collection are true to the best of the author’s memory. Some names and identifying features have been changed or omitted to protect the identity of certain parties. The author in no way represents any company, corporation, or brand mentioned herein. The views and experiences expressed herein are solely those of the authors.
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