One of my greatest struggles, especially amidst a time of anxiety, is trying to find meaning in a period of silence. Whether that is from someone not responding to a text, being alone and dealing with the lack of noise/interaction going on around you, or simply your mind trying to fill space with distractions, it…
When working to retrain your brain and being aware of the spaces you are placing your mind in, you begin to analyze the actions you are taking throughout your day. I was thinking about what I chose to do this morning that had made me a bit anxious. What I did this morning when I…
Following up on yesterday's post on shifting expectations, I have found more helpful reflection and learning in today. I spent time talking to both of my parents yesterday, continuing to explain and work through these places in my mind that have been bringing me anxiety and pain. In today, I spent time reflecting on those…
I turned 25 one month ago. In that month, I've spent a lot of time in reflection (as I always do) but also in self-improvement. Much deeper, specific self-improvement this time. In this month, I have found areas of my faith, my relationships, and my physical + mental health that I really care about and…
In a world obsessed with self-improvement, we often view the present world as one that is gray and full of flaws. So many things that we can do better personally, could be going better as a society, etc. The mental outlook we hold affects our physical eyesight. We start to be attentive to the mistakes…
One of the first sayings that we hear as a kid is "when life gives you lemons..." We are taught to always make the best out of the good opportunities that present themselves. We want to take advantage of free lemons! At some point, little Nelson thought about "But what about when we don't have…
1/18/2023 There are some days when you just wake up feeling motivated. You see a vision for the day, and you work to take action on that vision. Most days, recently, I feel like I can really get a lot done in order to follow through on these visions. The "What CAN I do today?"…
2023 is here, and with that comes ambitions, goals, etc. for the new year ahead for all of us. I have always tried to be mindful of the word "resolution". The definition of the word "resolution" is "a firm decision to do or not to do something." As I have learned over my life thus…
I had a significant realization when I first began going to counseling in 2018. At that time in my life, I was frustrated about the lack of connection I felt with those around me and felt like my reflection wasn't getting me anywhere (I had just started practicing active reflection). My counselor stopped me in…
I turn 24 years old today. Otherwise seeming to be known as my "Kobe" year, in reference to Kobe Bryant. Kobe Bryant's death was one of two celebrity deaths that made me cry. I will never forget where I was. I had just given a speech at a fraternity event in college in downtown Kansas…
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