NEW THINGS..Exciting things!!!

I decided today to write about my book signing because it was a GREAT Accomplishment for myself! The location HLS juice bar & resturant in Montclair, NJ (this spot is awesome & their food was even better). The attendees had so much energy and they were so positive, the room was literally filled with GREATNESS. Everyone came out to support and be inspired by others. I Thank everyone for coming out to see myself, Scott McKenzie & Rahfeal Gordon put on.

 I will provide those who missed the events & opportunity to meet us a little insight on the day. I was 1st up, in short I say: I am Lina Banks, writer of How to Save a Life, my inspiration to writing to this book was my life, while this is not my autobiography, I believe everyone has a story and why wait until I get too old to share what I have. I am strong & determined to succeed at my goals and raise my kids so that they know what hard work is, so they will work and not only do but BE they will do BETTER. I spoke about being over-whelmed and the process with writing the book, being a mom, working and going to school. I touched on believing in YOURSELF, if you don't believe in you then no one will. Last but not least I addressed developing your childs dream and pushing them to be the BEST they can be and more. My kids give me the strength, I'm successful at working on my purpose because they motivate me. I don't want them to be like me, I want them to be BETTER.


My quote from the book "Never let go of the visions that you hold for yourself, jump over hurdles and obstacles, BELIEVE that you can make it and you will be AMAZED at what happens."

Favorite Chapter in the book "Developing your childs Dreams"

On this day it was SO important to bring my kids with me so they can see what mommy has worked for and what she worked on. I wanted them to see that mommy draws a crowd to hear her speak about life and inspire others to be GREAT. I want them to be BETTER and pursue their DREAMS, their dreams will NOT be my dreams, but I will forever have their back and assist with guidence.



 ~I am able because I keep my FAITH & I remain FEARLESS~ Oh don't forget I stay prayed up & my kids give me the strength!~

*By the way if you haven't already purchase your copy of my book, How to Save a Life, at http://search.barnesandnoble.com/How-To-Save-A-Life/Rahfeal-Gordon/e/9780981480572/?itm=1&USRI=lina+banks
or
http://www.amazon.com/How-Save-Life-Rahfeal-Gordon/dp/0981480578/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1296012609&sr=8-2


Ms. Banks

In Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Today we celebrate Dr. King, a man that stood up for the things in which he believed in, he fought (nonviolently) and marched so we could have many of the rights we as people have today. He was a GREAT leader of the Civil Rights Movement, preacher, speaker, husband and friend to many he knew and didn’t know. I won’t provide a full run down of his accomplishments because I’m sure we know them, but if you would like to go back and read more reference the Montgomery Bus Boycott, 1955, or the March on Washington in 1963.

Today I would like to recognize Dr. King for his service to others. In 1994, Congress designated the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday as a national day of service. Many see this day as a day off to relax, I even saw someone refer to it as a day in which people held parties or ski-trips. But on this day we all should do some kind of service for others and have it be a genuine act of kindness. This day should empower individuals, strengthen communities, create solutions to social problems, bridge barriers and move us closer to Dr. King’s vision. It is on this day you should be able to find that your TRUE purpose is to encourage others to live up to their purpose and potential and service your community (help clean parks, feed the homeless, visit a community center to speak, give a smile, basically something giving). There’s something going on in every community for Dr. King Day, take some time out of your day, look it up and GO SERVE!

In closing, I want to provide you with some of the things Dr. King would rather be recognized for (via him providing his own eulogy):

“Tell him not to mention that I have a Nobel Peace Prize--that isn't important. Tell him not to mention that have 300 or 400 other awards--that's not important. Tell him not to mention where I went to school. I'd like somebody to mention that day that Martin Luther King Jr. tried to give his life serving others. I'd like for somebody to say that day that Martin Luther King Jr. tried to love somebody. I want you to say that day that I tried to be right and to walk with them. I want you to be able to say that day that I did try to feed the hungry. I want you to be able to say that day that I did try in my life to clothe the naked. I want you to say on that day that I did try in my life to visit those who were in prison. And I want you to say that I tried to love and serve humanity.”




~He found his Purpose in his Passion therefore he was at Peace~

Ms. Banks

Do you think the person you're with has become the main focus in your life causing you to change who you once were?

Sit back for just a moment or say before you answer, think about your actions for the past few days, weeks, months, years you have been in your relationship. When was the last time you spent quality time with your family and friends or went somewhere without having him/her around you?


We all know that when you get a mate you want to spend as much time as possible getting to know that person but does that mean completely throwing yourself fully into the relationship shutting out the people who love you most? The answer is NO, shutting out your time spent with family and friends is irrelevant, they may be the very people to pick you up when/if that relationship goes up in flames. Giving your all in your personal relationship is very important, but there is a difference with wanting to spend time with your mate and just disappearing off the scene. Limiting your availability to others is always an option because it is needed to work on your relationship your mate.

As time goes on you spend your time loving, caring, acknowledging and knowing your mate, but you distance yourself so much that it’s just you two (you’ve began the process of losing yourself in him/her) and you’ve per say “dumped your friends and family”. Take this scenario (because I know people sometimes need one). Your all loved up and everything is GREAT it’s just you 2 (because you maybe unknowingly cut everyone else out or made your random hello’s really rare). Then the day comes when the relationship is rocky and you are anxiously looking for someone to talk to or maybe you need advice, that is when you realize you have NOT communicated with these people in some time.  WHAT are you going to do??  How do you know they will even want to REALLY talk to you after you just brushed them off? (I know some people are saying well Family wouldn’t do that or REAL friends wouldn’t do that) So, ok they might pick up the phone and listen and even provide you with some advice BUT that does not mean that everything is all good in ya’ll relationship.
            I say all this to say, having a mate is a WONDERFUL thing, we all DESERVE and NEED LOVE, however, don’t get so lost in a person that when you loose them you have LOOSE YOURSELF. There is a way to maintain your balance with your MATE, FAMILY & FRIENDS… It’s all about BALANCE…losing YOURSELF should NEVER be an OPTION!


~Balance~

Ms. Banks

The 7th Day of 2011 !!!

It is the 7th day of 2011, what have you done to make this year better than your year before? Have you wrote down your goals (financial and personal) have you worked on your relationship (personal, with others & religion if applies). Most of al1do you know who you are so you will know where you trying to go?? What is your next move?? "Make your next move your BEST MOVE". If you are lost and think you don't know where you are going with the things you were working on last year, re-evaluate what you were doing, stay focused and remain fearless! No one can live your life for you but YOU. If you had a team (friends, associates, colleagues) in 2010 that aren't seeing your vision it's time to move on. Surround yourself by people that welcome your thoughts, vision and want to see you achieve the things you are trying to achieve. The company you keep around you is most likely your outcome (that's what people say but is not always the truth). Again, it's the 7th day of 2011 it's ok to leave somethings in the past, not everyone deserves to take the ride your about to take.

Believe in yourself, have faith in yourself, and remain fearless. Fear is the one thing that will stop you in your tracks of accomplishing what you want to do. Nothing will get done when fear is a factor. Do you not have faith in yourself (ask yourself..if you are religious do you not have faith in GOD?) ? If you have faith you have to know that thru it all whether good or bad you are going to make it. People will say "you can't" because they won't understand where your going, but those may be the same people that envy your fearlessness & dedication to achieve YOUR GOAL. Keep pushing yourself, to know more and to learn more. Rev Run said it best, "Go where their celebrating not tolerating you, adoring not ignoring you, poppin bub not poppin ish".

I am of no PERFECT human, I have made my own share of mistakes and #EPIC fails however it didn't stop me from wanting to grow. Everyday (especially since the year started) I have pushed myself to learn something new everyday, might I say I'm impressed with myself..lol. I set my own set of personal goals that I will check the status on in 6 months, just to see if I need to re-evaluate anything. I also re-did my VISION BOARD and placed it in clear view to keep me headed down the path I want to go. Vision boards are a great tool for anyone. By me having one last year it helped me see what I missed out on and helped me figure out how I can get where I'm trying to go. If needed create yourself a vision board: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/How_to_Use_a_Vision_Board_to_Activate_the_Law_of_Attraction.html


Try it out!!

~Change is GOOD~

Ms. Banks

How to Save A Life!!

Happy New Year!!!

Hello everyone my name is Lina Banks.  I'm a mother, an author and a model. This is my first blog on the 1st day of 2011 (1/1/11). I recently wrote a book entitled, How to Save a Life.  It is a self-help, motivational book. The book is currently available at Barnes & Noble  and on Amazon.

Synopsis:

To save a life takes the sacrifice of another individual. This means that one must be able to share his or her valuable time to invest in the greater good of another. With so many issues in the world, it is easy for an individual to focus their attention on the problems and not the answers. But Miss Lina Banks and I, who are still in our 20’s , believe that we shouldn’t wait until we are old and grey to show someone how to live life while saving others. Lina, who is a phenomenal mother of two little women, has made sacrifices for the betterment of their lives and all those who come in contact with her.

In this book, you will read, feel, and envision how Lina and I save lives. Through our words of advice and the quotes of individuals we admire, we will inspire you to save your life and others, letting you know that HAPPINESS is attainable and you can achieve it every day.

So with no further writing (well, I might write something later in the book) I introduce you to LINA BANKS who is now a RahGor Motivation…

I hope and pray that you all have a victorious and prosperous year. Remember everyday you rise you are surely blessed.

~Live, Laugh, Love~

Lina Banks