To say that this year has started off on the right foot would be a serious understatement. I’m feeling better and more focused that I ever have in my entire life! I’ve lain to rest so many demons from years past and found more peace than I could’ve ever imagined for myself – all thanks to you. The amount of love and support that you have shown me has meant the world to me and keeps me on a motivated path of positivity every day. Thank you so much for that! Keep that up and you’ll bring this Southern Belle to tears yet again! I sing your praises every single day, believe that.
To be honest, I have found it difficult over the past few months to really determine exactly what the path is that I need to be on to get my message of empowerment and smart politics out there. With “legal prostitute” as the moniker that seems to overshadow all others, it’s been difficult to break out of the stereotypical “porn-esque” adult market and get my message out to a wider and more mainstream audience. Education and truth is my passion, as you know! But, let me tell you – it is as clear as day to me now where I need to be in my career and I certainly couldn’t be more excited!! I’m bubbling over with anticipation for the upcoming year and all that it has in store for us!
Although I have expressed a desire to be a mouth piece for legalized regulated brothels, I also want to be a voice for personal empowerment and sexual health education. So! Like I always say – if you want something bad enough – let your dreams guide you and take steps to make them a reality! I’ve begun an incredibly exciting program through Indiana University in order to receive my Sexual Health Educator certification in the hopes of being accepted in the AASECT, the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists. Which is a non-profit organization that I hope will give me not only the credentials but the real time, know-how to really make an impact with my own future non-profit organizations. I know you’ve all heard me talking about these projects, the first of which being Strip Up, LTD and I certainly hope to make a reality soon!
I’m finding out more and more that the federal government is quite leery of new non-profits considering the current state of our economy. Although, I understand and I’m actually glad to know that they keep a watchful eye over these types of organizations – it isn’t making my life any easier! But, hey! I’m not one to take the easy way out in anything I do so, I’ll just take steps to do it the right way! It takes time, money and certainly a lot of the Bethany brand of “can do spirit!” I have faith in my project and look forward to the fruits of my labor helping others better their lives.
In the meantime, I’m working on a book and lots of other projects that I hope you’ll all keep an eye out for. Next week, I will launch my Sex, Love and Life advice section on my site. I’m so looking forward to hearing about you, your life and anything else you’d like to share with me! There will be an email address designated just for those questions so, please, please, please do not hesitate to email them over! Well, I suppose I should wrap this up and get to work on all the other things I have to do today. I leave for Sheri’s tomorrow and I’m looking forward to another exciting visit chock full of new adventures!
With Love and Friendship,
Beth =)
I was directed here after reading your article about sensuality on HuffPo So wonderfully said. I completely support your stance on connection, education and empowerment. Your experience as a courtesean is very similar to how I’ve approached my engagements with both men and women. Thank you for echoing a very small percentage of us who want to see sexuality and indeed sensuality celebrated and honored.
An interesting read! Keep up the awesome posts!
Bethany, I love your personal commitment to your goal and the can do attitude. If you don’t have faith and confidence in yourself than no one else will. Never give up trying to do what you really want to do. You cannot go wrong where there is love and inspiration. Follow your heart and be true to yourself. You have to create your own road in life because you have the responsibility to be the best that you can be. Never live the life of another. Sometimes people are beautiful not in looks or in what they say, but just in what they are. You exemplify such word!!
Frank
Geesh, Robert! Sounds like someone needs to get laid. Sorry. Didn’t mean to be crude, but someone had to say it.
Anyhow, I really believe you’ve found your direction. Wasn’t sure where you were going sometimes, but I’ve got a real good feeling you are on the right path this time. I can’t wait to see the results of all that Bethany positive attitude and effort now that you’ve got a plan.
You’re a good person, Bethany. The world would be a better place with more people like you and less who feel they need to make themselves feel better by judging others.
Jim
Keep that amazing spirit and desire focused on achieving your goals; before you know it, you’ll be accomplishing more than you ever though was possible. 50 more weeks of 2012, lets hope they are at least just as good- if not even better than the first 2 for you!!
I hope all the positive energy, good karma, and best wishes find its way to you…
Take care, Dan