My Messages of Wisdom via My Facebook Statuses

“The moon is a loyal companion. It never leaves..." --Tahereh Mafi

Good evening! I am writing to you after completing application for the Peace Corps and a 5-minute Spanish lesson on Duolingo. This summer has been a time of self-reflection for me. I was able to come to terms with my past, making lifestyle changes in the present, and preparing for what seems to me a prosperous future full of triumphs and failures, good and bad experiences, and full of love, compassion and understanding. Although I cried and even expressed anger at myself while reflecting, feelings are just what they are... feelings. They come and go. The key is to not hold on to them, especially negative feelings. So, without further or do, time to be lazy and present some Facebook statuses I've complied from my own account. Here we goooooooooo!!!

"It's time we acknowledge our own BS and problematic behaviors. Be real. The more honest your are with yourself, the better your able to understand your abilities and your needs/wants."

"Blocking out your sadness may mean blocking out some of life's greatest lessons. If you willingly let yourself feel your pain, you may find out some POSITIVE things about yourself that you did not think of before, such as: resilience, need for vulnerability, strength, and a better understanding of "you". You are yourself and everyone. You are ONE."

"The ability to simplify means to eliminate the unnecessary so that the necessary may speak." --Hans Hofmann

Though more easier said than done, simplification is now my biggest goal in life. It requires much more focusing and centering than even the most complex things life has to offer. I may not become the most financially fit, or have that big paying job, or even be liked by the most people. However, I do want to be a compassionate and understanding person that my loved ones and even bypassers can look upon."

"If you do not have plans in action to achieve your goals, how are you going to achieve them in the first place? Some goals will be met in a short period of time, while some goals will take a longer period time. Even then, keep progressing! There will be times where you will want to throw in the towel. However, a lot of the things that are worth doing will usually take longer. If you're struggling to achieve your goals, see it as PROGRESSION. Remember, life is not a race, and just because someone achieves a similar goal "faster" than you, does not mean that you are behind. Find your niche, find your pace, and take your time. Plan as effectively as you see fit for you."

"Just because you have what you need/want now, does not mean that it can't be taken away from you. Humility and compassion is a must!"

Well, here ya go! Hope these quotes give you peace and understanding. Also, check out my Vibin' playlist on Spotify to get you in the zone!