It has been a busy summer, in more than one part of my life. I've been balancing 4 jobs this summer and that alone can be enough to drive a girl crazy. But here comes the point of this post - it didn't drive me crazy. It instead taught me to adapt and change as life sees fit. I've grown a lot this summer, and I see myself slowly becoming the woman I want to be - the future me I've only seen in my day dreams. This is what I learned this summer:
A Smile Can Change Your Life
This seems like I'm making up some sort of dream land instead of living in reality, but at least in my reality this appears to be true. Smiling can make you feel better, more confident, and smarter (the key word here is feel). At the end of a bad day, a smile can at least make your dreams a little bit better.
Learning Is A Blessing Not A Burden
I get stressed out by my school work and learning becomes a burden, but this summer I learnt that learning is a blessing, and that everything in life is an opportunity to learn. I am now re energized, and ready to start in on my new semester with a new attitude, so bring on the books baby!
Staying True To Who You Are Is Important
I have been faced with lots of opposition this summer; I've met a lot of naysayers. I learned who my true friends were, and who really believes in me. I've also learnt that you can't let what the naysayers say change your life, but instead be changed by those who care for your dreams more than you do - they are the ones who are the key to your success. I also learnt that your actions say who you are.
Opportunities Are Meant To Be Seized
The heading of this one says it all. That when an opportunity arises you need to take it. There is some bravery involved in this as most opportunities come with a massive scare factor. Be brave - jump in with both feet! Life is meant to be lived.
Love Yourself
I've learnt this summer that you are the hardest person you are ever going to love, so if you can love yourself (faults included) you can love anyone and everyone. This doesn't mean that you have met all your goals or don't want to improve on anything, just that you've accepted those things and are willing to work on them.
