The Lady L Experience
It took an unexpected tragedy to transition my life. That transition took me down a road of self-discovery. Ultimately I came to the decision to take a break, put myself first and allow this tragedy to redirect my path. That redirect lead me to rediscover parts of myself that were lost from putting everyone else before myself!
My Story
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It took an unexpected tragedy to transition my life. That transition took me down a road of self-discovery and rediscovery. I begin questioning everything. From what had I done with my life up until that point. Ultimately what I ended up discovering was a new version of myself.
That tragedy forced me to stop and assess. I had just turned 36 and a huge turning point in a girl's life. I was on the cusp of entering the last phase of my thirties. Preparing myself mentally that 40 was around the corner.
I never was the girl that sat and planned out her life by society's standards. You know the list…by this age you should be married and this age kids. Nope, I wasn’t that girl. I did however have certain career ambitions and dreams. I learned coming out of college the quick realities of the real world to get there.
Throughout my life, I extended my hand to help others along the way. I must admit my kind heart caused me to overextend at times. Eventually, I found myself burnt out with nothing left to give to myself. Then tragedy hit all at once when a close friend passed away untimely.
Honestly, their passing was the RESET I needed to assess my own foundation. I had to take a hard look at my life from my career, friends, inner circle and village. Were they in alignment with my goals, life plans and the lifestyle I wanted for myself? Were they adding value to my happiness, joy and peace? Sadly some of the answers were NO!
I begin to understand why I had hit such a stalemate in life. I journeyed on a much-needed break. I needed some time to heal from the grief (the loss of a friend) and rediscover LaTonya.
There comes a time in life when you have to put yourself first and do what’s best for you! No matter what others may think about your choice. If you need a break take that break. I’ve always been a confident individual. Especially when it comes to owning who I am and self-expression. Throughout life, I found I was always playing the role of helping others handle unexpectant crises with care. As well as owning their inner confidence to show up as themselves. I came to a point where I realized if I’m going to serve in this capacity with my time and devotion. Then it has to serve me as well.
I developed my At Her Best Style program to encourage women to put themselves first. While helping them rediscover themselves after setback and tragic events. Through the art of self-discovery, style, self-expression and self-empowerment!