We had the good fortune of connecting with Julandis Hodge and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Julandis, what is the most important factor behind your success?
The most important factor to life in general i feel is a persons mindset. No matter what goes on on the outside, if you can maintain a healthy wellbeing on the inside, you’re doing great in my eyes.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
I am a musical artist, i both write & sing my own music. I would say this life chose me really, i’ve been repeating songs or rapping before i was a year old so, i’ve always knew this was destined for me. I wouldn’t be where i am today if it hadn’t been for my failures, from that is where you really learn to succeed. This journey has definitely not been an easy one, it fluctuates up and down, but anything worth having never comes easy. One thing this journey has taught me, is to always believe in yourself & put yourself first, no matter what.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
I would take my best friend to the mountains for a hike. I love to be in nature, i feel alive & at home. I would meditate and sit by the water or something. I would take them to a vegan restaurant in my city, called “the herbal farmacy”.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
i give notoriety to my family & to life itself. If you’re teachable, those two things can really teach you a lot .

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