I had so much going on with work and family events at the start of the holidays that I did not get to wrap Christmas gifts until the Christmas Eve morning. I was very pleased at how fast and smooth it all went as I had not gotten up any earlier than usual to have my morning prayer and then wrap gifts. My daughter, Crystal, helped me set the gifts under the Christmas tree, and we opened all of them that evening, or so I thought.
That got me thinking about hidden talents–what gifts and talents lurk within us waiting to be discovered and shared with family and friends and even the world. Most people who know me always associate me with writing. About three years ago, I connected with Anette of Photos by Anette, even though we both grew up in Sierra Leone, I knew she would not know me because I went to school with her older brother, yet the minute she mentioned my name, his first words were, “she was always writing in school, is she still writing?” If I wasn’t writing, I was involved in some play or other or singing group. Writing and acting were my strengths and talents, my hobbies, what people knew I enjoyed doing.
What I did not know until some many years ago when my son was born was that I possessed abilities to draw, and I’m not just talking about stick figures. Well up until then, I thought that stick figures were the best I could do. I had just given birth to my son that morning and as I lay down for the night and all was calm, I remembered that the following day was my husband’s birthday and I did not have a card for him. The hospital gift shop was closed and although I knew he would understand my situation, I still wanted to give my husband a card. It was then I spotted a pamphlet on my table with a mother and baby. I asked the nurse for a pencil with an eraser and a cardboard and went to work, not tracing, but actually recopying the artwork. I did such a great copy that the nurses were surprised, I was shocked and my husband was blown away.
That said, have you discovered any hidden talents that need to be nurtured? Do you think you have a talent for business, helping others, arts & entertainment? Did you do something recently that was out of your comfort zone but discovered you really enjoyed it? Whether you did or not, here are a few tips for discovering and nurturing hidden talents:
2. Research how or what needs to be done to develop your talent(s)
5. Showcase your talent(s) and be a blessing to family and friends and the world
Here’s to wishing you a prosperous 2016 filled with great and exciting things.
As Always,
Be blessed,~Arama Christiana
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