The MIL Newsletter | Vol 2 | Issue 1 | May 2024

VOL.II

MAY 2024

THE MIL N E W S L E T T E R

CEO MYLES MUNROE JR. DISCUSSES THE MIL VISION & THE FUTURE COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: CHARISA MUNROEWILBORN

Why MIL Is A Great Choice p.4

Her personal journey to transformational Coaching & Leadership p.2 THE IMPORTANCE OF SERVANT LEADERSHIP (P. 5) Repair Your Relationship with Time Today p. 3

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NEWSLETTER Vol 2 | Issue 1 | May 2024

MIL UPDATE | What’s New? As we wrap up our recent courses, Discover Purpose and Unlocking Your Potential, we reflect on the transformative journeys that our participants and team members had the pleasure of partaking in. These courses have been instrumental in guiding individuals towards self-discovery, purpose alignment, and the unlocking of their inherent potential.

Graphic reading, ‘Updates From The Mil”

Inside this Issue 1. MIL Updates 2. Community Spotlight: Charisa Munroe-Wilborn 3. Community

Agreement:

Time is a Gift 4. Why MIL: The Vision 5. Lessons in Leadership: Servant Leadership

What’s Happening Mental Health Awareness Month Mother’s Day- May 12 Whit Monday- May 20 Memorial Day (US)- May 27

Accessibility Awareness Day- May 18

In Discover Purpose, participants unraveled layers to uncover their unique calling. Through introspective exercises and guided discussions, students gained profound insights into the significance of purpose in both personal and professional realms. Armed with newfound clarity, they are now equipped to navigate their lives with intention and meaning.

Similarly, our Unlocking Your Potential course provided a roadmap for individuals to transcend their current achievements and tap into the vast reservoir of untapped potential within.

Students explored the distinction between accomplishments and true potential, gaining practical tools to activate and maximize their latent abilities. This course has empowered individuals to step into their greatness and pursue their aspirations with renewed vigor.

Looking ahead, we are thrilled to announce our upcoming course, Crafting Your Personal Vision, set to launch in June 2024. Inspired by the profound teachings of Dr. Myles Munroe, this course will guide participants in formulating a clear and compelling vision for their lives. Rooted in purpose and aligned with individual potential, this vision will serve as a guiding light, illuminating the path toward personal fulfillment and legacy-building.

Moreover, we are excited to share a glimpse into our plans for January 2025 with the launch of Becoming a Leader. Continuously drawing from Dr. Munroe's timeless wisdom on visionary leadership and character development, this course will empower individuals to cultivate the qualities of exemplary leadership. Whether you're an aspiring leader or a seasoned professional, Becoming a Leader promises to be a transformative journey toward leadership excellence.

As we continue to expand our course offerings, we invite you to join us on these lifechanging journeys of self-discovery, purpose alignment, and leadership development. Stay tuned for further updates and enrollment details! Read more on our blog here!

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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT On January 15, Charisa Munroe-Wilborn began her journey as a course coach at The Munroe Institute of Leadership. For the last five months, Charisa, a mother, wife and the daughter of Dr Myles and Ruth Munroe, has guided, facilitated, trained and coached learners through a transformational leadership journey, in the Unlocking Your Potential course. In a recent interview, Charisa expanded on how she helps people, as a course coach at the institute.

Reflecting on her coaching experience with MIL she shared that “As a course coach . . . I was so proud. So proud! This is the work I do. And this is why I do it.” She said the experience has taught her a lot.

Charisa Munroe-Wilborn photographed with her husband and newborn daughter

“I enjoyed working with a team, I had a great course assistant. We worked well together. I loved the fact that I was able to be myself as the course coach; I didn't have to follow anybody's blueprint of what that looked like.” For Charisa this experience is one that comes full circle starting with a simple, but powerful goal of helping people. As a teenager, Charisa realized very early on that she was purposed to help people. So, as an undergraduate student eager to answer this call and fresh out of high school, Charisa took the pre-medical track. Thus, began her personal journey of transformation, through her career and subsequent life choices.

Charisa Munroe-Wilborn photographed in a royal blue suit

In her junior year as a pre-medical student at Oral Roberts University, Charisa made the decision to help people through Social Work, a career that officially started for her at the tender age of 23. After earning her Master's Degree in Social Work at the University of Michigan, Charisa got to work helping people, with a goal of spreading smiles across as many of her clients' faces as possible. However, after more than 15 years in the field, Charisa felt she was destined for an even greater purpose, to help more people, but she was unsure on how to make the shift.

In reflecting on her teenage years in school, playing sports and gaining high school achievements, Charisa realized those things were possible because she had trainers, facilitators and coaches along the way to strengthen the gifts that were on the inside of her.

That’s when Charisa said to herself: “Man, if I can help people the same way, because I've gone through it, I'll be an even greater leader.”

Charisa understood that to be a coach, she would have to go through some stuff, and be on her own transformational journey. However, social work is a regulated profession with its own rules, laws and requirements for participation. And Charisa realized that her gift for helping people had developed and metamorphosed into something that could no longer be confined in the bounds of a social worker. In an effort to build on this gift, Charisa got her certification as a transformational life coach and facilitator. “I enjoy helping people navigate through the deep work that is needed for personal development, for them to see the increase they want in other areas of their lives,” she said.

I enjoy helping people navigate through the deep work that is needed

That switch led Charisa to reach and help even more people, through her brand Charisa LLC. Through her brand, Charisa hosts transformational coaching through seminars, retreats, conferences, training, presentations, workshops and more to encourage positive lifestyle changes. Throughout her journey, Charisa has also gained a special appreciation and value for family and personal growth, while finding balance through travel and quality time with her loved ones. The greatest mentorship and guidance given to Charisa has come through principles instilled in her through her parents, Dr Myles and Ruth Munroe, which she has continued to demonstrate throughout her professional and personal life. “Even though Read more on our blog here! they're no longer here, they have shown me enough to still be the standard for me,” she said.

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THE MIL NEWSLETTER COMMUNITY AGREEMENT “Time is a Gift”

Eat right, ‘meal prep,’ exercise, spend time outdoors, build your faith, read 10 pages daily, take 10,000 steps, have a self care practice, be successful at your job, climb the corporate ladder, and don’t forget to make time for your hobbies, friends and family! These are just a fraction of all the things we are expected to accomplish in a 24 hour period,... while getting at least 7-8 hours of sleep.

Naturally, time in our modern world feels like anything but a gift.

Time as we know it has become the thing of deadlines, a measurement against the status quo, a reminder of your shortcomings, and quite frankly something that you just do not have enough of! Yet, somewhere within your core, you and I both know that this could not have been the true purpose of time in the mind of The Creator.

A MIL branded image that reads “Time as a Gift”

Time, and the passing of time, in our natural world is an intricate canvas of ebbs and flows, known, and unknowns which move along in both an episodic and rhythmic fashion. Time, unlike what you have been made to believe since grade school, does not move in a linear manner. Time is simultaneously cyclical and continuous, designed to support rising, blossoming and blooming. While it is also intermittent and repetitious, and brings with it birth, death, decay, and rebirth once again.

Branded image reads “time must be approached with responsibilty and care.”

When we view time through a long-term lens, it is easier to accept these truths, and embrace ‘Time’ as it is. . Yet, when we are experiencing time in our day-to-day it somehow becomes more complicated to manage and more difficult to accept. This challenge creates the chasm between time as we have come to know it, and time and it truly is !

When Moses asked God, “What is your name?” The Creator responded “YHWH” which has been translated from Aramaic and Hebrews as “I am, that who is, and that who will be (I am that I am)” The Creator who does not exist within the constraints of our time, gives us an insight into who He is, which is anchored in a waltz between time and being. This signals that the primary function of who you are in the context of time is marked more by who you are ‘being,’ rather than what you are doing. Remember, we are human beings not human doings.

Time is your most precious gift, something you cannot get back, unlike money or possessions. Therefore, the greatest gift you can give anything is your time! Dr. Myles Munroe is famously known for saying “If you do not know the purpose of a thing, abuse is inevitable” Let’s repair our relationship with time, and prioritize its true purpose, which is a gift to transform your being for personal transcendence. Read more on our blog here!

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MYLES MUNROE JR. SHARES HIS VISION FOR THE FUTURE In the realm of leadership and purpose-driven education, Myles Munroe Jr. stands as a beacon of inspiration. As the CEO of the Munroe Institute of Leadership (MIL), he carries forward the legacy of his esteemed father, Dr. Myles Munroe, with passion and dedication.

Recently, we had the privilege of sitting down with Myles to discuss MIL's future plans and gain insights into the institute's trajectory. With courses wrapping up and exciting new ventures on the horizon, Myles took a moment to share MIL's short-term and long-term vision with our entire audience.

Myles began by emphasizing MIL's overarching goal: "The goal is to train the trainers." This statement encapsulates the essence of MIL's mission – to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills Myles Munroe JR photographed wearing a tan suit to become transformative leaders in their respective industries.

“Drawing inspiration from Dr. Munroe's vision, Myles outlined a three-pronged approach that he believes aligns with the institute's founding principles. "We envision MIL serving three main sectors: direct consumers, businesses, and governments," he explained. This multifaceted approach is rooted in the profound impact my dad had on corporate America, international governments, and beyond, where leadership training is paramount.

Delving deeper into MIL's strategic direction, Myles revealed insights gained from reflection and prayer. One key aspect Myles highlighted was MIL's autonomy in accreditation. "My dad always said that 'MIL can accredit ourselves," he noted. This strategic autonomy allows MIL to tailor courses specifically for organizations, offering custom leadership proposals and specialized training programs.

Moreover, Myles emphasized the importance of datadriven success, stating, "We want our success to be trackable." By collecting data on the impact of MIL's courses on individuals, businesses, and governments, the institute aims to build credibility and showcase tangible results.

Looking ahead, Myles shared aspirations for MIL to establish a physical campus in the future. However, he emphasized the need to remain open to divine timing, stating, "We can't put a timeline on God's vision."

Dr. Myles Munroe photographed with his son Myles Munroe JR

My Dad always said that at MIL we can accredit Ourselves

As we eagerly anticipate the unfolding of MIL's future endeavors, it's clear that under Myles Munroe Jr.'s leadership, the institute is poised to continue its legacy of empowering leaders to renew their minds, and transform a generation.

Read more on our blog here!

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THE MIL NEWSLETTER LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP: Servant Leadership Servant Leadership is becoming a popular buzzword in professional circles. Yet, many of us don’t realize that this notion of ‘servant leadership’ is a responsibility that applies to each one of us, no matter the hierarchical role or title we possess on our 9 to 5.

One can even go so far as to say that ‘servant leadership’ is a duty baked into the fabric of what it truly means to be a human being in this earthly kingdom. So, what does it mean to be a servant leader? And, what is Servant Leadership really about?

Graphic quote with photo of Dr. Myles Munroe in the background reading, “Great leaders never desire to lead but to servce.”

Investopedia puts it simply and defines servant leadership as “a leadership style and philosophy that prioritizes the growth and well-being of others.” This explanation does not limit the existence of Servant Leadership to a professional setting or team, instead, it expands the recipient to an all encompassing “others.”

Anyone of us can prioritize the growth and well-being of others, no matter our station or circumstance, no matter the context or capacity that we find ourselves engaging in.

Many of us have grown so accustomed to placing the onus of leadership in a realm beyond ourselves, or in a context that is reserved for ‘a select few’ that we forget that we are all called to be leaders. Leadership is not a station in life, leading is a way of being.

You probably heard growing up “to whom much is given, much is required” while this adage is taken from the book of Luke chapter 12, this saying (or some version of it) can be found in many cultures, communities, and faith traditions. These words of wisdom are a universal truth that has stood the test of time, and for good reason. Whether you have earthly riches or your material possessions are few, each of us has been given a Shawn Garcia portion that is our own. Every one of us has an extensive possession of unique characteristics, traits, gifts, insights and strengths that is a treasure trove of potential. Son of Pedro Fernandes & Juliana Silva Every single human being has been given much! And it is a requirement, not an option, suggestion or insinuation, but a mandate that you do much with what you have been given. Good leadership is servant leadership, and servant leadership is the true way of being for many rather than a select few.

You are a leader. Now, go out into the world using what you were given. Whether it is a winning smile, an encouraging word, a commanding voice, a gift to cook, sing, dance or paint, whatever it is in your unique treasure trove, use these things to prioritize the growth and wellbeing of others. Read more on our blog here!

Graphic quote reading, “Leadership is the key to transforming the world.”, by Dr Myles Munroe