SOUL Searching: Rising Above When They Go Low
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Craig David - Fast Cars
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Hey there, SOUL! Let's chat about something we've all been through – getting low-balled. We know that feeling when someone tries to undervalue our worth, our time, or our skills. It stings, right? But SOUL doesn't let that bring us down. We rise, we shine, and we keep on moving.
When life throws us a curveball, or should we say, a low ball, we've got our secret weapon – our unbreakable spirit. It's not just about what we do in the studio, it's about how we carry ourselves outside too. So, how do we handle it when someone tries to shortchange us?
First things first, we breathe. Deep breaths, just like when we're conquering that killer hill together. We center ourselves, find our rhythm, and remind ourselves of our value. We know what we're worth, and no low offer can shake our confidence.
Next, we stand tall. Shoulders back, chin up – we know the drill. We've practiced this posture countless times, and now it's time to take it to the real world. When we carry ourselves with confidence, we send a clear message: we know our worth, and we're not settling for less.
But here's the kicker – we don't just stand tall, we keep moving forward. In the studio, we never stop pushing, right? Life's the same way. When someone tries to low-ball us, we don't let it stop our momentum. We keep pushing, keep growing, keep evolving.
Remember what Michelle Obama famously said: "When they go low, we go high." We've taken this powerful mantra to heart at SOUL. We respond with grace, with professionalism, and with an unwavering belief in ourselves. We don't need to stoop to their level or let their actions dictate our worth.
And the best part? We've got each other. When one of us faces a low-ball situation, we've got our whole community ready to lift us up. We cheer each other on, we share our experiences, and we remind each other of our incredible value.
So, the next time someone tries to undervalue you, remember – we're part of something bigger. We're part of a community that knows its worth, that lifts each other up, and that always, always keeps moving.
Let's keep our heads high, SOUL. We've got this, and we're in it together. Now, who's ready to take on the world with us and show them how we go high?
-Mitchell Royel