An Open Letter to NeNe Leakes (RHOA)

Dear Mrs. Linnethia “NeNe” Leakes,

I am writing to you on behalf of millions of viewers who empathized with you during the expression of pain displayed on the Real Housewives of Atlanta reunion show. For many, it was great to witness you break out of the shell of yesterday and arise to new-found respect, not only from viewers, but fellow cast members as well. I’m sure you had not planned to open up in that manner and become so vulnerable, but the results were phenomenal and allowed others a window into what drives you.

As a coach I spend a lot of time connecting with people about the various challenges in their lives. I have adapted a line of questioning early on in our sessions that help us cut through the red tape and get to the matters at hand. For instance, instead of asking the question, “What is wrong?” I prefer to ask, “What is missing?” It always amazes me the amount of stuff we feel is really stopping our momentum. But the reality is, nothing can stop us, but ourselves. I would go as far as to say it boils down to the things we “perceive” to be real, but are not.

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