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The Belief Series: What You Know, What You Prove, and What You Share

The Belief Series: What You Know, What You Prove, and What You Share

Dear Readers,

We started this journey because belief—real belief—isn’t just a mindset.
It’s a practice.
A spiritual foundation.
A leadership skill.

Over the past few weeks, we’ve explored the depths of what it means to lead and live with conviction. From defining what you stand on, to validating your worth, to anchoring in faith—this has been more than a newsletter series. It’s been a return to center.

Here’s a look back at what we’ve covered in the Belief Series:

🔹 1. What’s Really in Your Belief System?

We began with a truth: most people don't operate from belief—they operate from habit, fear, or approval.
But belief is a compass. It's the inner narrative that says, “This is who I am, even when no one’s watching.”

🔸 Reflection Prompt: What do you say you believe about yourself—and what do your actions actually reveal?

🛠️ Tool: Belief System Reflection Worksheet

🔹 2. Validated Belief: The Proof That Drowns Out Doubt

You don’t need more hype—you need receipts.
Validated belief comes from moments, people, and outcomes that confirm what you already suspected: you’re more capable than fear wants you to remember.

🔸 We discussed how F.E.A.R. (False Evidence Appearing Real) erodes belief, and how to build a belief file of moments that remind you of your strength.

🛠️ Practice: Keep screenshots, notes, and memories that speak louder than your insecurities.

🔹 3. When You Share What You Believe, Success Finds You

This wasn’t just about personal growth. It was about spiritual alignment.
We closed with a powerful truth: when you lead with your values, your moral center, and your faith—you stop chasing, and start attracting.

Whether you say God, Allah, Spirit, Source—when you honor what grounds you, you draw in what aligns.

🔸 Prompt: What values are you willing to move through the world with—even if no one agrees?

What's Next: Embody It

Belief isn’t a moment—it’s a way of moving.
So here’s your challenge moving forward:

✅ Define what you believe
✅ Validate it with action and memory
✅ Share it without apology
✅ Let your faith—and your evidence—lead the room before your résumé does

Resource Type

Title

Author/Host

Book

Believe Bigger

Marshawn Evans Daniels

Book

Soar!

T.D. Jakes

Book

Daring Greatly

Brené Brown

Book

I’m Still Here

Austin Channing Brown

Podcast

Therapy for Black Girls

Dr. Joy Harden Bradford

Podcast

The Basement

Tim Ross

Podcast

Redefining Wealth

Patrice Washington

Podcast

Super Soul Conversations

Oprah Winfrey

💬 Join the Conversation

What’s one belief you’re finally ready to walk in?
Reply to this email or share your takeaway on LinkedIn or Instagram and tag thestoryteller.beehiiv.com.

☎️ Let’s Connect

If this series met you in a real place—if you’re preparing for a career transition, stepping into a more visible leadership role, or just rebuilding confidence from the inside out—let’s talk.

📅 Book your intro call at www.demalo-ent.com

You don’t need to find something new.
You need to remember what you already believe.

With gratitude and conviction,
DeWayne Allen
Founder of The Storyteller Newsletter
I guide Black leaders and STEM professionals to succeed and innovate—anchored in purpose and powered by belief.

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