Personal Stories From Our Readers: Nena Jackson on How the Law of Attraction Changed Her Life
After experiencing a number of heartbreaking personal and family life events during the peak of the recent economic downturn I, Nena Jackson – an Information Technology executive, wife and mother of two children — read The Secret and discovered the Law of Attraction that changed my life forever. Through this learning experience, I developed an unwavering faith that triggered astonishing and wonderful events which allowed me to move from Columbus, Ohio and plant my toes forever in the warm and reassuring sands of the beaches in Charleston, South Carolina — the city of my dreams.
The unexpected and tragic loss of my learning-disabled 45-year-old brother, Clint, was the first in what would turn out to be a chain of challenging events. This initial tragedy was quickly followed by my husband losing his job just as the economy took a nose-dive, my son experiencing a second shoulder injury that ended his college baseball career, and me contracting a life-threatening MRSA bacterial infection. These situations, coupled with my stressful job for a national financial institution where I was continually faced with the gut-wrenching task of laying off numerous employees, caused my previously “warm and fuzzy” life to spin out of control.
After months of trying to work through all of this craziness on my own, The Secret appeared in my life and taught me the Law of Attraction and the gift of unwavering faith. As I began to practice this faith and shifted my thoughts, feelings, and conversations to reflect what I truly wanted out of life, events began miraculously falling in place, creating an extraordinary journey that was not only a blessing to me but has also served as a wonderful inspiration to others. This exciting journey included me boldly volunteering for a severance package from my company even though my husband was unemployed, selling our Columbus, Ohio house in seven days at the lowest point in the mortgage industry meltdown, quickly finding a beautiful rental home by the beach in Charleston, South Carolina, and both Scott and I finding employment opportunities soon after arriving in our dream city. Being able to plant my toes in the sand on a daily basis is just one of the many wonders given to me and my family since I grasped this gift of unwavering faith. I am now enjoying a wonderful life on Seabrook Island, South Carolina and applying the Law of Attraction in every aspect of my life.
Once settled on Seabrook Island, I took heed of some crystal clear signs and started writing a book, Toes in the Sand, so I could inspire others to discover this simple but marvelous way to live life every day. Through each chapter, my unwavering faith grew even deeper because the extent of my writing up to this point had been limited to leadership, motivation and customer service-related articles at work. Once I finished the 22 chapter book, the Law of Attraction dropped an editor in my lap and within just a few short months, my book was ready for the next step – publishing.
I have unwavering faith that the Law of Attraction will take care of this publishing step so that many more people will be inspired to shift their thoughts, feelings and conversations, and experience the magic that follows.
If you believe, it will be.
The eSSSence of Nena Jackson
Style: Since a young age I have had a strong passion for health and nutrition. I can't remember a time period since high school that I have not regularly exercised except during the last month of both of my pregnancies. I love running, swimming, biking and yoga plus exploring ways to eat healthy which over the last 4 years has led me to an almost 100% vegan diet (except for excellent Charleston seafood!).
Substance: The older I get, the more I care about what's on my inside. That has led me to a beautiful outlook on life which is to strive to not let other people's actions dictate my day or mood. My motto every day is to try and brighten the day of as many people as possible with a kind word, good deed or simply a smile - even if they don't acknowledge the gesture.
Soul: Reaching the empty nester phase of life a year ago has given me a wonderful opportunity to explore ways to help others. As a result, I am traveling to Burundi, Africa in September for 10 days to build a playground for an orphanage. I know my life will be changed forever!
I believe! I had the privilege to read the entire journey (Toes in the Sand) and I cried, I laughed, I couldn’t put it down and I’m inspired to keep positive thoughts to create my dreams.
As I read this article, beleive it or not, as I read to the end, a song was going off the radio and the singers last words were “I believe”. I believe too!
I am so honored that I had the opportunity to read “Toes in the Sand” and I truly was engrossed in the journey of events that took place in Nena’s life that lead her to the place of her dreams and into a stronger relationship with God. If you exercise unwaivering faith and believe that great things will happen in your life, they will!
Nena I loved reading your story and you are so inspirational. You truly are a great example for others to follow by having unwaivering faith and belief. Thank you for sharing. I look forward to reading your book. It was such a pleasure to speak with you over the phone and make a new friend.
Happy Attracting!
I knew Nena (& Scott) before their move South & she brought smiles to everyone she encountered, even in the midst of adversity. I am thrilled to see how well life is going for her/them & can’t wait to be further inspired by her when her book is published!! :-)
I am fortunate to call Nena (and Scott) my friend. We have shared some wonderful times together and have helped each other through not so wonderful times. I think her optimistic out look on life is what attracted me to her from the beginning. I like being around optimistic people. It is that optimism that has gotten Nena to where she is today.
I look forward to reading her book once published!
Oh, Nena, I was blubbering my way through just the article…can’t wait for the book!!!
I am her mom and I and her dad are very proud of her. We have read the book and it is very inspiring. Everyone will see when they read it that if you turn your life completely over to GOD good things will happen as he leads you through turmoils I cannot wait for the book to come out.
I am so proud to call you my friend, my lifelong friend. I laughed and cried reading your article. I was there when you gave up carbonated beverages in highschool, lol! You are a beautiful person, Nena, inside and out. I never would have made it through this past year without your encouragement, guidance and the unconditional love you have shown me. But, that’s who you are. I know God will continue to bless you beyond measure. You are already an encouragement to so many of us. And, I know many more will benefit from your experience. I’m so looking forward to you personally signing YOUR book for me!!! I love you!
I was so honored to have read “Toes in the Sand”. Nena, you are such an inspiration! Thank you for sharing your personal story with us. There are so many layers to the book (love of God, love of family, and love of life) that anyone reading it will gain something for their own life journey. “Toes in the Sand” has made my commitment to getting to Charleston that much stronger and Mike and I are counting down the days when we will be neighbors with you and Scott in Charleston! Love you!
hey i am so proud for you yes you are a wonderful person, and yes you are blessed from your soul within.you are a perfect person and a lot of people would want to be you. You are very lucky to be the person you are today.you are my role model.and i will and i mean will be just like you when i grow up.no matter what they said you beleived in your self and that’s what makes me so proud today keep up the good work.love ya.