(Excerpt from The Fall Issue of WE Magazine) By Najaam Lee
Growing up in Canada in the first part of my childhood, I was a shy, very timid and insecure little girl, fearful of speaking up or saying how I felt. I kept a lot inside. My self-esteem was very low and I had no self confidence.
But one thing that truly helped me to express myself was the arts. Drawing, painting, fashion, dancing, acting and performing on stage, as well as writing stories and spoken word-poetry; brought me joy and self worth. These arts also opened doors to my gift of intuitive seeing. My mom signed me up to acting and dance classes and also modeling. These were fun experiences which gave me more self awareness and confidence to be myself and express it.
While in college and after, I continued to model, act and choreographed dance performances. Then I slowly transitioned to more behind the scenes work: from makeup and styling people on sets to various events. It was here where my heart came alive.
I began to attend major events and award shows, appearing more in the public eye, and the cycle of fear reappeared. I was feeling like I didn’t belong or wasn’t good enough or pretty to be around such class of people. These emotions spiraled out of control, placing me in a state of loneliness, depression and confusion, and causing physical stress and fatigue in my body. At some point, I could not take it anymore and wanted out. I made the decision to find out what was going on for this was holding me back from achieving many of my dreams, even daily goals.
My success alchemy discovered me. I vigorously studied Ayurveda, Aromatherapy, MM Reiki, public persona, self image, personal development, yoga and meditation. My creative floodgates sprang open, and my passion lifted away all the depression, fatigue and stress, revealing a renewed being in me.
I discovered my higher self and understood my life purpose. My life purpose is to inspire others through the success alchemy of showing them how to dress to express their Essence. As an Image consultant and Lifestyle coach, I help people to create balance, happiness and style in their lives.
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