12/29/2017 0 Comments Dear 2017.Let’s be honest, this year was rough. Looking back on the political turmoil and the constant heartache of tragedy, it is surprising we all made it through. But hey, here we are! I learned a lot this last year, despite the utter chaos that was. I went into 2017 thinking I was ready for anything, but I was kind of knocked off my feet. I learned so much about the importance of the light at the end of the tunnel. I became aware of the necessity of empowerment and standing up for what I believe in. I have never been faced with so much anxiety at once. Between the stress of school, politics, and self doubt I was sure that 2017 would break me. But with the help of those around me, I got off my feet and I found hope within myself. I had several epiphanies about myself this year. I have learned that I am capable of much more that I thought. I developed a love and compassion, mixed with a few nerves, for what is ahead. I have always struggled with self doubt, and this year really put that to the test. Who I am is not defined by the major I am studying, by the clothes on my back, by the rolls on my tummy when I sit down, or by who I love. But, I am defined by the choices I make, by the kindness that I share, and by the words that I speak. 2017 taught me that life is completely unpredictable. I cannot control what is yet to come, but I can make goals and set the bar high for myself. Separating yourself from the heart attack of life that is around us, can give you time to breathe and to remember that life isn’t just a success story. 2017 showed me that despite what is going on around me, what remains true in my core is what really matters. Despite what people have to say about who I am, is irrelevant when I know I am capable of love and drive and compassion and kindness. So here’s to 2018. Here’s to pushing forward and fighting back. Here’s to believing in yourself and loving the parts the make us whole.
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