I used to visualize snatching them out of their invisible space, wrestling them to the ground, binding them and somehow, locking them away where unwanted thoughts are kept. That way seemed so harsh and angry and left me feeling mad at myself for…. Thinking.
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Challenge Adventure #1: Acting???
I used to watch the Oscars and imagine myself standing on a well-lit stage receiving the coveted golden statue. “And the academy award goes to…Chika Aluka.” The crowd erupts in wild applause. The fantasy was mostly about the desire to wear a sparkling gown, glamorous makeup. What I truly coveted was a life that from outside seemed charmed and filled with adoring fans — that dream was not about actually getting in front of people or a camera and saying lines. The idea of making myself vulnerable in front of an audience made me cringe. No, correction, makes me cringe. So what better to get over that than taking up…
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A Fresh New Transformation
I'm a strong believer in reinventing yourself. Every 5 or so years I like to shake things up, explore a different path, try out new hobbies, even completely transform my body. Over the years, I've undergone multiple transformations. Minor ones like changing my hair and major events like trying a new career and a cross country relocation.