GET YOUR POSSE!!
You were not created to do life alone.
That’s my story and I’m sticking to it!
You were made to live in community. And not just any community, but one where you belong, are loved, accepted, but also challenged. One that will nudge you continually to live more in alignment with your values, vision, and your SACRED MISSION. One where you are seen, heard, and understood.
Where you are, “Celebrated, not just tolerated.”
That’s the only way to truly thrive.
Do you have a POSSE of individuals who share your values and beliefs? If not, is it time to start either building that POSSE or up-leveling? Your friends are one of the biggest determining factors of your destiny so choose wisely!
The following is a blog post I wrote years ago about this subject and I am always surprised to see how this principle of “Getting your Posse!” resonates with people, so I am sharing it with you again in hopes that you will either begin finding your POSSE or upleveling and nurturing the one you have.
“Battles fought alone are overwhelming, but battles fought together are exciting.” ~Jim Molinari (Men’s Basketball Coach – Boston College)
Picture this . . .
A posse riding into in an Old West town.
Dust flying.
Heads turning.
And with the posse’s presence comes a sense of relief. Law and order will be restored.
Not only is this group of comrades fighting for a greater cause, they also have confidence they will prevail. That is because they understand there is power in numbers and they are a force to be reckoned with.
But that isn’t all they have going for them. In fact, their biggest asset may be that they share a tight bond and they have each other’s backs.
Now insert yourself in this picture with your best buddies. Your closest friends and confidants. Those people that can help you in your journey of life. Those people you can text, call, message or reach out to for help, encouragement, and support.
This is your posse.
They will be there for you when you don’t feel like you can fight another day. When you need a cheerleader. Or when you need a shoulder to cry on.
And they will pick you up, dust you off, and help you get back in the game when you fall down.
If you’re thinking, “But I don’t have a posse.” Then start with what you have. Can you find one person, one buddy, one accountability partner or whatever you want to call them that can help you?
Getting a person to support you and hold you accountable through this journey is a BIG DEAL.
Seriously.
So start thinking. Who is someone you can trust? Someone who has your back? Someone you can be honest with and who will be honest with you? Someone who will be your cheerleader, but will also give you a reality check when necessary?
Then think about a posse. Where can you find a group of people with a common purpose? Is it at work? At the gym? At church? In your social settings? On Facebook?
Going solo can be lonely. Besides, life is just a whole lot more fun and the journey a whole lot more enjoyable when you are taking it with your buddy.
Or with a posse. 
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