I got the email. And I felt... Jealous.

Issue #45 - April, 8, 2025

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Atiba’s Musings 🤓

Hey friend,

Let’s be real it’s tough out here when you’re trying to stay in your lane but keep catching glimpses of everyone else’s highlight reel. That twinge you feel when someone else succeeds? Yeah, I’ve felt it too. It’s not always jealousy sometimes it’s just that quiet whisper that says, “Why not me?” In this week’s edition of A Warrior’s Understanding, I’m diving into that all-too-familiar feeling of comparison, the struggle to know your own path, and what it really means to understand your worth when it feels like you’re falling behind.

Through a raw conversation and some personal moments I wasn’t expecting to share, we unpack the inner work it takes to stop looking outward and start standing firm in your purpose. This isn't about pretending we’ve got it all figured out it’s about being honest, doing the work, and giving ourselves permission to be exactly where we are, even when we feel a little lost. It’s about choosing peace over panic, clarity over comparison, and learning to celebrate others without doubting ourselves.

If that resonates with you if you've ever looked around and wondered if you’re enough come join us. A Warrior’s Understanding is a space for the soul-searchers, the late bloomers, and those doing the messy work of growth. Sign up here: awarriorsunderstanding.com I’d love to walk this road with you. 💛

—Atiba

Book I’m Currently Reading 🕮

“You’re not behind because you’re unlucky. You’re behind because something is blocking your flow and you just haven’t named it yet. The moment you stop blaming luck and start questioning the process… that’s when everything begins to shift.” Inspired by Eliyahu M. Goldratt, It’s Not Luck

Real growth starts when we stop playing the blame game and start getting curious about the real bottlenecks. What’s one constraint you’re ready to challenge today?

Dinner With Friends🍽️

Dinner with Friends Austin

Sometimes all you need is a good meal and even better company. Whether you’re new in town or a local soul craving connection, Dinner with Friends Austin is your invitation to slow down, break bread, and share real conversations. In the heart of Texas — where creativity and community collide we’re gathering not just to eat, but to be present with one another.

Join us on Wednesday, April 23 at 7 PM in Austin (Location to be announced soon). Bring your appetite, your stories, and an open heart. Let’s turn strangers into friends, one plate at a time.