FORTITUDE for the Future

I received a key from my friend, Nikki, with the word FORTITUDE stamped on it. It is possibly the most important word in my world at the moment. FORTITUDE means finding strength in adversity and this word has been important to us both for many reasons. I'm a Culture & Engagement consultant and I met Nikki while I leading seminar at her office. My techniques are all based around creating belonging, building tribes and getting the most out of life. It just so happened that Nikki was going through some pretty intense personal issues at the time and my messages were perfectly timed for her. Since our meeting, I created a product for young people called The Fortitude Programme, which is based on building strength so the next generation can handle the adversity that may come their way. Nikki has been the program's biggest fan and is now a part of the team that will launch it into the world! The best part is that our paths crossed at exactly the right time and we now can share our love of FORTITUDE and how it has changed both of our lives together. Nikki found FORTITUDE just when she needed it most to step into her true self and I found it when recovering from a traumatic childbirth. It is both of our missions to take FORTITUDE to as many young people as we possibly can, and I cannot wait to see the difference we will both be able to make in the world. -Colleen