First of all, thank you very much for what you just said. That’s really touching, and, for lack of a better word, humbling.

One thing I really realized is that EVERYONE has something to work on. EVERYONE.

(Well, unless they’re at the point of enlightenment.)

Eben Pagan mentioned once in his Altitude DVDs something about some kind of insecurity he had, and it shocked me at the time… but the more I think about it, the more I realize that it’s basic human nature.

Sure, some people are further ahead than others with their growth, but there will always be something new. That’s what makes life so awesome.

I know there are people who say they’re done with growth, or they don’t have any to do… I used to be one of them… but I say they have the most growing of all to do.

I really hope this new year gets better for you… remember you have to be in the darkness to really see the light.

Have a fantastic Christmas yourself, and an amazing New Year. =)

With love,
Rachel

Actually whenever I see a picture of you I’m thinking…”this girl is THE calendar girl for IM!”

I find you absolutely breathtakingly gorgeous and then I read your post above.

You deserve a great deal of credit for breaking your silence and revealing a part of yourself that I’m sure nobody would ever know about you.

This past year or so I’ve been dealing with some difficult internal circumstances and struggles.

Unfortunately I’ve allowed myself to dive deeper in depression but after reading this post it’s helped me see once again that many other talented people and professionals are dealing with the same insecurities and feelings that I am.

Thank you again for sharing this.

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and prosperous New Year!

I’m 1/2 Israeli and 40% Russian.

The last name is French.

Cheers,
Rach

Just curious: what’s your ancestry? You look Latina/Mediterranean, yet I can’t seem to guess the origin of your surname!

Cheers!