"If you don't go after what you want, you'll never have it. If you don't ask, the answer is always no. If you don't step forward, you're always in the same place." -Nora Roberts Taking risks and putting myself out there is something I definitely struggle with. I like to find a safe spot where … Continue reading Motivational Monday
Volunteering has always been a part of my life. Growing up I watched my mother volunteer and help with community events or just helping a friend in need. Then in middle school and high school we had required quarterly volunteer hours and by the time I began my freshman year of college volunteering was a … Continue reading Get Involved
"I would like to be known as an intelligent woman, a courageous woman, a loving woman, a woman who teaches by being" -Maya Angelou I wish I would have understood this at a younger age. Growing up, as a young woman especially, the media fills us with the idea that being known for our size, … Continue reading Motivational Monday
"The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy." -Martin Luther King Jr. As we honor Martin Luther King Jr. today I wanted to share this quote of his. This year comes with a lot of change … Continue reading Motivational Monday: MLK Jr.
Last Friday I was reading a new post from The College Prepster in which she shared a link to an article titled 12 Rules for Being Beautifully Human. After reading it I knew I wanted to share it in this Monday's post. The article starts out with a beautiful quote (posted below also) about the … Continue reading Motivational Monday
The length of winter break is both a blessing and a curse. After studying for finals and finishing lengthy research papers, presentations, and research projects a break is much needed. And of course being home for the holidays with friends, family, and loved ones is always exciting. Winter break for me was always about 4 … Continue reading Second Semester Struggle
I had every intention of starting 2017 off on the right foot and then I got hit with a major cold. I have felt really off this past week as I have been recovering and trying to get back into routine. This is one of the reasons why I am not a big fan of … Continue reading January Goals
With this new year will come new challenges, obstacles, opportunities, and memories. Begin this year with a positive outlook and be thankful for all that the previous year offered. I hope this New Year brings lots of happiness!
This year has truly been an amazing one. At the end of each year I love reflecting on all of the changes, challenges and memories the past year has provided. My family has a tradition each NYE of going through our "gratitude jar" to reflect on everything we have to be thankful for. (My mom … Continue reading 2016
No quote for this Monday's post, instead just a few thoughts as this year winds down. During this time of year everyone is starting to think about what they want to accomplish and achieve the next year. I am all for setting goals and trying to better yourself each year. But instead of jumping ahead … Continue reading Motivational Monday
