We were lucky to catch up with Ayana Johnson recently and have shared our conversation below.
Alright, Ayana thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. Can you open up about a risk you’ve taken – what it was like taking that risk, why you took the risk and how it turned out?
I became a single mother at the age of 17 to my now 15 year old son. His father was sentenced to over a decade in prison and I had to figure life out as I knew it. By the time I was age 22 I began to realize the importance of creating a Legacy for him to ensure that he did not have to take a negative path in life due to financial hardship. This has always been my vision but I had no physical example of what steps to take. I have always had a strong relationship with God and this really provided me the courage to go to college and complete my Masters Degree as a Mental Health Professional. I quit the job that I was working for at the time and started doing the things that I knew would benefit the future stability of my son and I. As of today have the the pleasure of inspiring others to do the same as a Therapist, Public Speaker and Author.
Ayana, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?
Born and raised in South Bend Indiana; residing in Atlanta, GA. I am a woman of Faith, Love, and exemplification of Gods Light. My mission is to be a beacon of light to the world as a Leader; Clinical Mental Health Therapist and Influential Speaker. Through my writings as a published author, I have managed to utilize my personal journey as a first generation Christian, College graduate, and Entrepreneur to inspire the world to boldly live with purpose in Christ.
I am known to articulate my wealth of wisdom and knowledge in efforts to bring fourth the awareness of Mental Health in communities and organizations; leaving a lasting impact of empowerment to guide a host of populations to heal, overcome and prosper at their greatest potential.
The services that I offer are Mental Health Awareness, Community Forums, Educational, Inspirational and Motivating Speaking. I take pride in my ability to deliver wellness throughout the world by educating personal and businesses entities of the importance of Mental Health in our social environment.
Putting training and knowledge aside, what else do you think really matters in terms of succeeding in your field?
Spirituality. It can be very challenging to truly prosper at your greatest potential when you lack spiritual discipline.
How’d you build such a strong reputation within your market?
My generosity to see people whole and healed. Starting a business is never enough, you have to have a heart for whatever that you do or others will notice. I always tell my colleagues; “purpose over paper.” The money will come if your heart is in it; people will gravitate to that!
Contact Info:
- Website: www.Ayana-Johnson.com
- Instagram: @ajbeautiful
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRealAyanaJohnson
- Linkedin: Ayana Johnson
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGcAQu0Wkn8k0xEtDeJ9Lfg