💸Thinking Green Spotlight💸

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Thanks for Chopping it up with us today. Tell the people who you are and what you do.

My name is Arthur Langford. I am a Project Coordinator, Vice President of a Non Profit-United Youth Adult Conference (U.Y.A.C), and most importantly a servant to the community. 

 What got you started in this and how long have you been doing it? 

 Growing up in a family that was filled with community leaders and activist, really helped shape and mold me into the man that I am today. One lesson that I was always taught is, “The most selfish thing that you could do in this world is to not do for other people”. The thought process behind this is that God blesses those who bless other people. So In every aspect of my life through my job, through my community work, or through my personal life, I look to be a service to other people. 

 What's your biggest flex? What makes you different from others in the same profession?

 I think my biggest flex is my communication skills. I pride myself on building relationships by being personable, relatable, understanding, and operating with a sense of integrity. There are lot of people who don’t recognize they hold themselves back because they don’t actively seek to build relationships and partnerships with others. 

 What was your biggest diversion this far and how do you deal with adversity when you come across it? 

 Not to sound corny but this biggest obstacle that has been in my way is myself. At times things can get overwhelming and I can deal with some anxiety. However, over the years I’ve learned how to overcome this with two simple things. First and foremost I turn to God in every situation. He hasn’t failed me yet. He makes a way out of no way and gives peace to a troubled mind. Secondly I’ve learned to change my perspective to things in life. Always think positive. Everyone has a positive and negative dog inside of them. Each day those dogs fight each other to decide who will control your day. You might ask, well which dog will win? The dog that will win will be the strongest dog. The dog that is the strongest is the dog that you feed the most. So feed the positive dog. In every situation feed yourself positive thoughts, and your life will begin to reflect that in which you constantly think.

 Put us on game. What's something most people don't know about you or what you do? 

 If your from Atlanta you may have seen “Langford Parkway”. It is named after my family in honor of the work that they have done in this community. As mentioned before I grew up in a family with multiple community leaders and activist. My dad and my uncle for example would give you the shirt of their backs if you didn’t have one. As a family we have always stood on “To whom much is given, much is required in return”.  

What's in the vault? What can we look forward to seeing from you in the near future? 

 I really enjoy fragrances and colognes and I do fragrance reviews on my YouTube channel in my free time. Everyone should go subscribe to it. It’s called “Arts Aroma”. I’ve got some dope episode ideas on the way, so look out for that. Also as far as community work I’ve got some projects planned that I will be reaching out to peers to help me with. So be on the lookout. 

Share the wealth and show some love. Who are some people or places that helped you along the way that you want to give a  shout out to?  

 The biggest person I would like to give thanks to for helping me along the way is my father. He is no longer with us as he passed away 2 years ago. However before he passed he finished a book called “Don’t send your lunch home by a hungry man”. A book filled with gems and life experiences that will help guide myself and others in the right direction. So I plan on pushing that book and continuing on the legacy and good name that he left me! 

We appreciate you and all you do for your community. Keep on keeping on.