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Audio Excerpt
You can click the play button to hear this excerpt. Music Credit: “Fortress of Solitude” from the “Audiomachine” release “Phenomena” (2014). Composed by: Paul Dinletir
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Text Excerpt
“The Mind’s Fortress” – Enjoy the latest excerpt from “Cast Your Light,” coming soon from the Author KJ Carleo, Founder and CEO of Cast Your Light Publishing.
We’ve all been there. Standing at the crossroads of possibility, plagued by doubts and fears that whisper “should,” “would,” and “could.” It’s easy to get caught in the trap of what might have been, allowing insecurity to hold us back from pursuing our dreams. I should have given up when the doubts crept in, when the obstacles seemed insurmountable, and the path ahead was shrouded in uncertainty. I would have succumbed to fear and allowed insecurity to hold me back, whispering discouraging words in my ear. I could have listened to the voices that echoed “impossible,” the voices of those who had never dared to dream as big as I did. But instead, I chose a different path. I chose to rise above, to defy the odds, and to prove to myself that I was capable of achieving the extraordinary. I did persevere, I did push forward, I did achieve what I set out to do, and in doing so, I discovered a strength I never knew I possessed.
But this isn’t just my story. It’s yours too. You should never underestimate the power within you, the resilience that lies dormant, waiting to be awakened. You would be amazed at what you can accomplish when you tap into your inner strength and refuse to give up, even when faced with adversity. You could surprise yourself by exceeding your own expectations, shattering limitations, and reaching heights you never thought possible. You did take the first step by reading these words, by acknowledging the potential that resides within, now keep going and make your dreams a reality, for the world is waiting to witness your greatness.
The journey from “should” to “did” is not without its challenges, but it is a journey worth taking. It requires courage, determination, and a unwavering belief in oneself. Grant yourself the courage to embrace the “shoulds,” the “woulds,” and the “coulds,” and transform them into action, into tangible manifestations of your dreams. Silence the doubts within, the whispers of fear and inadequacy, and ignite the spark of determination that burns bright within your soul. Lean forward and overcome obstacles, to navigate the twists and turns of your journey, and emerge victorious, proclaiming with pride, “I did,” a testament to your unwavering spirit and the boundless strength you hold within.
~ An Excerpt from “Cast Your Light”

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