"It's not a level playing field. It never is a level playing field. You [?] in life understanding that. It's not about fairness, it's not about talent. You know? It's circumstance, it's luck, it's destiny... I don't know what it is. But the best people, deal with that."
- Sting on 20 Feet from Stardom
I have met a lot of remarkable people in my lifetime, whether in passing, or in long term friendships. I don't know how to ask others if they have the same, or if I just have a gift to meet people and make networks. Recently though, talented individuals, some with money and many without, have been coming through my life. Every person has a gifting and talent, but some are simply destined for great things. I am continually amazed really, but I used to not have much sympathy and love for those individuals with stardom, talent, and ego center stage in their life. Recently though, I have become friends, interests, and acquaintances with many, and have learned so much regarding their vulnerabilities, their humanity, and their self-confidence. This was a great documentary, and a great opportunity for me to better reflect on this.
"We in the music industry, especially African American people, need to know our worth. We need to know, as women we're important. And I think the break down is when a woman doesn't know who she is, and she'll settle for less. Check out your worth, because you are worth more than that."
- Dr. Mable John
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