The Power of Community

When I was younger, I didn't enjoy socializing with other people. I am a very shy girl who rarely goes out of the house. I have no childhood memories. I have never experienced playing with other children in the park. But as I grew older I realized that I needed to build relationships with other people. I can't be alone all my life. I gradually tried to make friends and interact with other people. I realize the community is important in our lives. God did not create you to live alone on earth. There are so many reasons why community matters. But for me, it has been one of the biggest tools for my growth because when you separate yourself, you only have one perspective and idea, it's very streamlined and very specific. And besides, if we don't have a community, then what do we have? Well, it'd be pretty boring for sure. The second you expand yourself to community and other people, instantly you are introduced to other paradigms, passions, and fears that are all beginning to work together especially if they are unified. Being connected to a community can be a positive influence on your personal and professional life. From the moment I embraced the community in my life, I have learned to associate and listen to various viewpoints. I also learned to respect other opinions. We have to accept that not everyone holds the same views as us about a topic. I also believe that when you work within a community, you can come up with other ideas and answers that you may not have otherwise considered. And not only that, when you allow yourself to be surrounded by people, you’ll get motivation, support, and friendly competition that will encourage you to push your limits. This is also one of the reasons why I chose to study Tourism when I was in college. I had the opportunity to meet other people, learn their way of life, and discover a variety of dishes. It helps me to look at the world around me and the different situations I am in. Community allows you to be able to learn, see, and pick-up new dreams and new visions. Missing out on community is missing out on so much more of encouragements and challenges that can only happen through relationships. So what are my final thoughts? There is a lot of power in community. I know it's hard to get people into your life, but it ultimately raises everyone's game. No matter how big or small, a community can have a positive impact on your life. I’m grateful to be a part of our Creative Kidz Community and I look forward to the influence it will have on myself and future generations to come. Together, all things are possible.

Sending you lots of love, Venus Pacomo