Lately I've had the pleasure of doing things for myself, by myself.

Always it seems like people push you towards outcomes that they want. Maybe its subtle pushing but I find that people always try and direct the situations into an outcome that pleases them or that maybe they think would be best for you.

I like to please people. I always have. I really enjoy seeing people get what makes them happy. But I'm coming to the realization that I cant.

I cant do that anymore.

Now its time for me. I get to choose what I do, when I do it. And so far, so good.

I've had the opportunity to do several AMAZING photo shoots lately, the most prominent being one with Gordon Ross. And what I've learned is that I love to do them! I love to be in the salon, I love saying no when people ask for favors. I love slicking back my mohawk into a crazy androgynous look that pleases me and I could give a shit less about what anyone else thinks.

This kind of personal revolution is intoxicating. I have to be careful that I don't get flippant.

Personal clarity, empathy, confidence, humor and humility.That's how I'm going to be living my life. How are you living your life?