What I’m trying to say is if I can give my time and attention to things outside of myself and are content that the exchange was a worthwhile one then I can do the same for my creations.
For me there came a time I didn’t want to just read about Black Panther, Luke Cage, X-Men Batman or Superman. I wanted to contribute too. And I also realized it wasn’t going to be easy. But if I was willing to give lifelong
support to other peoples creative endeavors then I should give equal or more significant effort to my work.
But the majority of us don’t. Going that extra mile for ourselves becomes an issue.
Letting someone else create while I consume wasn’t working for me. I started figuring out that I had a solution to all my challenges, but I had to start looking inside and not out.
I’m not advocating selfishness, the likes of Black Panther will always be dear to my heart, but I have a healthy
concern for what I can give to others and not just consume.
What sacrifices are you willing to make for yourself?
Will you rise early to finish that project?
Will you learn a new skill?
Are you keeping fit?
Will you commit to meditating 5 minutes a day?
Will you read daily?
Years ago when Stan Lee - legendary founder of Marvel
Comics, visited the UK and I was adamant I would do whatever it took to meet my hero, and I did. But I always ask myself, am I willing to go that extra mile for myself too. I can answer that truthfully today. My answer wouldn’t have been so clear-cut a few years ago
Can you say the same?
Try This
Find something you’re passionate
about that was created by someone else. Ask yourself this question. How can I create something that would contribute to the enjoyment of fans like me? Then go out, do it and show the results to your circle.
Rinse and repeat.
The Dorling Kindersley publishers have done it again by producing another beautifully put together guide on the Black Panther. For fans or anyone who is new to the world will love this detailed reference book to the fascinating King of Wakanda.
