Stillman College Bestows Egypt Sherrod With Honorary Doctorate
So I did a thing! I am so very honored and proud to have received an honorary doctorate from the prestigious Stillman college in Tuscaloosa. I stand in reverence that GOD would allow me the opportunity to receive one of the highest educational honors with my three daughters to by my side. Simultaneously, I delivered the commencement speech to the graduating class of 2024.
The message I wanted them to carry with them as they embark upon their journeys, is the very same message I want you to remember.
You are equipped with everything you need to reach your highest potential. Sometimes GOD will move you out of a situation or allow you to fall so that you can strengthen your bounce back muscle, or because that season is up you’ve learned what you need to learn and now you got to GO TO GROW.
As you step into the unknown, I want you to be armed with knowledge, wisdom and an indomitable spirit. Remember the values that define who you are. You’re going to have to go out here in this world and have to negotiate terms, contracts, salaries, conditions. Pay Your dues YES, But don’t let anyone discount your value. YOU have to know that you are a designer custom made original. You belong behind the glass case with all the valuables. So take yourself OFF the clearance rack. It’s time to live a life of abundance. That’s not being greedy or ungrateful. To the contrary, we were meant to lead abundant lives, full of love, and fulfillment. We are dishonoring ourselves when we say “ I’ll settle.” Negotiate for yourself. Ask for what you want. You are not on sale!
Always remember, you are in the position you are in for a higher purpose than you could imagine. Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. Sew seeds into people, into our community. Realign with humanity, try not to be be so distracted by the noise of life that you fail to discover your purpose in life.
