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Tune\xa0in to our NEW segment "Keeping It Real With D" with Dawn Dephillips and co-host Ms.P. We're chatting with Keri Smith contributor to the book Pebbles in The Pond.\xa0\n\n\xa0\n\nKeri believes in Building Blocks:\n\n\xa0\n\nIngredient One: Understanding the Why - why we are here - we have meaning and purpose - there is joy to be had in your life.\n\n\xa0\n\nIngredient Two - Remembering the Blessings and to be a Blessing-be thankful and acknowledge your blessings.\xa0 Contribute to others - people need people.\xa0 Encourage someone else. Love yourself.\n\n\xa0\n\nIngredient Three : Respect the Routine - routine is important, it provides structure and daily habits that create a force in your life.\n\n\xa0\n\nIngredient Four:\xa0 Taking More Risks - challenge yourself - get out of your comfort zone.\xa0 Life does not owe you anything. Get up and just start. \xa0Grow or die.\xa0 Trying new things helps you discover who you are.\xa0 Push, then push some more.\xa0 Be strong and courageous!\n\n\xa0\n\nIngredient Five:\xa0 Celebrating Yourself - Be kind to yourself.\xa0 Nurture yourself.\xa0 It is hard to thrive in an environment of doubt and negativity. Have fun.\xa0 Acknowledge your achievements. Celebrate you. Shine!\n\n\xa0\n\nKeri is a senior vice president who collaborates with executive management in Fortune 500 companies.\xa0\xa0 Born and raised in Jamaica. She is a founding member of two global businesses and has worked with corporate leaders, churches, youth and women in business programs.\xa0 Keri is a people - focused leader.