Interview w/Justinah McFadden

QSM: How are you?

Justinah: I'm great. Doing well can't complain. Blessed by God’s grace. 

QSM: Tell me something about Justinah that cannot be found in your website or bio?

Justinah: I love my life! God, I wouldn't dream a better existence for myself & I am just grateful. I love my family, friends, and God. People might also find surprising that I am extremely humble, down to earth and I love to laugh. So, something that cannot be found about me on the Internet is that I am a regular human being that God allowed to do great things in this life. 

QSM: You do so much; where does your drive come from?

Justinah: My drive comes from God and the fact that I know I am put on earth for a purpose. Each day I try to fulfill that purpose. The drive is what has gotten me through rough times and the lowest times in my life. The drive is a compass and it directs me. You need drive it's what keeps you going and reaching. 

QSM: Let’s start with your reasoning for becoming a New York City Police Officer; when did you realize you wanted to do that, and why? 

Justinah: I wanted to become a Police Officer since I was 7 years old. I’ve always loved justice. In fact, the meaning of Justinah is justice so I suppose it was innate. I really believe in justice for all, equality and making the world a better place. 

QSM: I know you mentioned in your bio that you wanted to help people, but there are so many other ways to do so; why law enforcement?

Justinah: Absolutely, there are definitely many ways to help others and be a positive influence in their life. I chose Law Enforcement because I wanted to learn the real "justice system." I always wanted to become an attorney therefore I wanted to learn, and experience the true legal system. You can't pay for some of the experiences that I have experienced. There are simply some things that you cannot learn in an office. I learned a lot of life lessons from being a Police Officer. 

QSM: Have you ever had to use your weapon?

Justinah: Never, never used it. A large part of being a Police Officer is about articulation. It’s not only what you say but how you say it! 

QSM: Can you share with us your most frightening moment as a police offer?

Justinah: Quite honestly, the most frightening part is not knowing who is who. What I mean by that is that things are not what they seem. In the future I am beginning a fictional series based on my experiences with NYPD. Lastly, I will have to admit that NYPD was similar to the movie "The Departed" in a lot of ways. That is what I mean by you never know who is who! Most of the stress was internal rather than external. The reason I retired early is because the main reasons that I became a Police Officer was to help people. I felt like my existence as a Police Officer was become about.

quotas, stats, and everything else other than protecting human life. For me, I'm always about being in my truth and being honest with myself. Quite honestly being a Police Officer highly made me a woman that is more aware, informed, and honest about the problems facing this world. 

QSM: Since our initial connection, I have researched and followed up on your success. You are into everything you lady. How do you find the time?

Justinah: You make the time for the things that matter and my future matters so much to me. Just set a goal and each day do at least one thing to work towards that goal. Simply put, you just have to be serious about your life. I've learned that life responds to you how you approach it. Therefore, be assertive when it comes to your dreams and goals. Set it really high and believe you can reach them, because you can. 

QSM: Who inspires the greatness in you?

Justinah: God! Simply being filled with the Holy Spirit and knowing that I was born to be great and do something great in this life. I would have to give this all to God, all the glory, honor and praise. 

QSM: You do so much; where does your drive come from?

Justinah: That drive is just the fuel that keeps me going on. It's funny because most of the things I've accomplished were not even planned. All I did was vision and try. It's about following through and not just sitting back and wondering what you could have become. Hold yourself accountable and get it done! 

QSM: Success is very important to me; what does success mean to you?

Justinah: Success means that you are perfecting the life that God or the universe has designed for you. If you're doing that, then you're a true success in my book. 

QSM: How many books have you written so far?

Justinah: I have published six books and am currently in the process of publishing my seventh book; which is my first motivational book. Five poetry books, one Novel & lastly my seventh book is my first motivational book. 

1. Tainted Thoughts, On A Purple River

2. Collection Of Thoughts 

3. Dreaming On The Moon

4. A Diary Of Time

5. The Journey Of Love

6. The Thirteenth Day 

7. Life Is A Lobster 

I'm really excited about my 7th book and that is because it will be life changing for MILLIONS of people across the globe. 

QSM: What was the inspiration behind each book you wrote? 

Justinah: The poetry books all tell a different story. I simply right and speak my truth. The inspiration behind my novel was that it was an untold story that was an important part of American History.  The motivation behind "Life Is A Lobster" is to help others fulfill their purpose in this life. 

QSM: Are your writing anymore books?

Justinah: Yes, I have a few books lined up actually. One is my life story & I can't wait to tell my story. I’m quite certain it will be healing for many. 

QSM: In your bio you mentioned that there were three things that you have always wanted to become in your life; A Writer, a Police Officer and an Attorney. I see that you have checked off two of three so let’s talk about this third. Is that still something that you plan to do?

Justinah: Yes, I'm proud to say that I was recently accepted into Taft Law School & am currently pursuing my Juris Doctorate of Law. I'm really happy & blessed. It will be a lot of work but God will see me through. 

QSM: WOW! Congratulations!!! You must be so excited. What is next in the horizon for Justinah?

Justinah: I am focused on Law School & becoming an International/ New York Times Best Seller. I also hope to become a mother sometime this decade. ;-) God willing of course. 

QSM: Is there a mister right?

Justinah: I am currently in a relationship & he's an amazing man in so many facets. I think it's safe to say I'm in love & it's a beautiful thing. 

QSM: Thank you for doing this interview with us. Congratulations again and please keep us posted on your success. You are and inspiration to many. Queen Justinah McFadden, we salute you.

Justinah: Thanks for the kind words...