As the title of this post very helpfully describes, I went on a camping trip for fall break! It was very therapeutic for my soul. I was a frantic, stressed mess before fall break because I had a lot of midterms to get through. This trip into nature, which required me to trade in myContinue reading “Thoughts from a tent- a reflection on my fall camping trip”
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Anxiety and a Sunday Escape
This past week was a chaotic whirlwind that left me with lots of anxiety. It was a good week and I did a lot, but I was feeling exhausted by it all. My world has been quickly expanding, which is exciting but also overwhelming. On top of all these personal feelings, my campus is inContinue reading “Anxiety and a Sunday Escape”
Where Do I See Hope?
Amidst all the overwhelming negativity, I believe it is important to cultivate a habit of gratitude and hope. Here is where I find hope in my daily experience: I see hope in friendship, messy and imperfect as it can sometimes be. It is the joining of experiences and mutual support that adds untold richness toContinue reading “Where Do I See Hope?”
Morning Meditation
Good morning friends, and welcome to the beautiful place of today. If you are interested, I would like to share a short morning meditation that helps me center myself on the day at hand. So, if you would like to participate, take a deep breath and let’s go 🙂 Inhale and exhale. You may noticeContinue reading “Morning Meditation”
Brief Respite
Follow the Turtle This morning I went on a walk and found a turtle in the grass by the road. It was really hot out and I wondered if the turtle was able to get back to water. I assumed it could, seeing as it got itself out here in the first place, but IContinue reading “Brief Respite”
The Power of Thoughts
Certain things in life expand your inner-world and give you a new zest for living. These things could be: films, people, events, vacations, experiences, songs, or words- anything, really. They remind you of your inherent capacity for growth and learning. Escape In July of 2019, I was in a personal rut and felt my worldContinue reading “The Power of Thoughts”
Free as a Fish- On Changing Perspectives
Change your Perspective The world is so much larger than our thoughts. I have noticed my thoughts are oftentimes repetitive and inaccurate, creating negative feedback loops that sabotage my efforts. A way I combat this is through changing my thought pattern. Perspective is important to understand in order to obtain peace with life. Often, theContinue reading “Free as a Fish- On Changing Perspectives”
Dear College Introvert 