Thursday, October 31, 2013
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
What my relationships have taught me about life...
What my relationships have taught me…
1. The importance of being EMOTIONALLY, FINANCIALLY,
and MENTALLY independent. In
relationships, we sometimes let our hair down too much and completely LOSE sight
of how to function on our own without seeking reassurance from our friends or significant
others. This is unhealthy for our
well-being because when these individuals are no longer in sight, you could possibly
be left feeling incomplete, lost, and frustrated. It is important to remember that
you are GREAT as an individual and don’t need another individual to make you a “SOMEBODY”
in this world.
2.
Having a LIFE of your OWN. Sometimes in relationships, we become so
enthralled with our significant others that we lose sight of our own lives and the
things most important to us. It is
important to remember to maintain healthy relationships, hobbies, goals, and
activities of your own even when in a committed relationship. These things help you in maintaining your own
identity and will make your life and relationship more fulfilling. Without them, you will completely LOSE sight
of who you are and possibly send your partner running for the hills.
3.
That it’s okay to be ALONE. Oftentimes, we stay in relationship because
we are afraid of change, rejection, or loneliness. There is nothing wrong with being alone –
this gives you time for self-discovery, self-reflection, and IMPROVEMENT.
4.
That it is important to maintain happiness on
your own and not look to ANYONE else for fulfillment in your life.
5.
The importance of having GREAT girlfriends and
healthy relationships. J
Sometimes us ladies get so excited with
our new man, that we put all other relationships to a HALT and forget about all
the people that were important in our lives PRIOR to Mr. Right’s arrival. It’s okay to enjoy the new addition to your
life, but still important to remember the people that really make your life
happen.
6.
And just a side note…if your Mr. Right is
someone who takes up too much time and extremely jealous of your “outside” relationships,
this could be a RED FLAG he is NOT Mr. Right.
If you have the unfortunate chance of encountering one of these
insecure, needy, controlling individuals, you
should grab your things and RUN as quickly as your running shoes or heels will
allow you.
Monday, October 21, 2013
Friday, October 18, 2013
Wednesday, October 16, 2013
How to Create a POSITIVE Environment!
Just wanted to share this clip on creating a positive environment and dealing with different people in everyday life. This also makes me reflect on my OWN negativity and how to REMAIN positive when faced with everyday challenges! :) Hope you enjoy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-epH6jaZ46Y
Emotional Vampires - BEWARE!
But BEWARE…they are there to SUCK, and SUCK, and SUCK from
you. They usually prey on “folks” with big, GIANT hearts. On those that care about the GREATNESS of our society. And they know how to spot
you. Once they get you, you WILL become a part of their PERSONAL store supply. Doesn’t make sense, does it? Nope,
it DOES NOT, but PLEASE don’t stick around to try and figure them out. When your “emotional
sirens” start going off, PLEASE pack-up QUICKLY and get the “H-E-DOUBLE HOCKEY
STICKS” away from them. PERIOD.
Emotional vampires see people as “personal” therapists
and will fill your head with constant NONSENSE about whatever “RIDICULOUSNESS”
they have going on in their lives. They
do not believe in shelling out the FUNDS and discussing their ISSUES with PARTIES trained to solve HUMAN PROBLEMS like us “normal” folks and will SLIDE into your life and use YOU as their
personal “garbage disposal” if you allow them. Most times, you won’t even know how they got
there until it’s TOO LATE.
Emotional Vampires live to reconnect, recharge, and feed off
the essence of YOUR soul. If your “emotional
energy” level drops from 110 to -5, then you probably have attracted another “vampire.”
If you have the unfortunate experience of encountering a member of this
species, PLEASE don’t ANALYZE it, QUESTION it, or THINK about it. Save yourself from another “prune
sucking” experiment and RUN. And DON’T LOOK BACK.
Saturday, October 12, 2013
No Man Is an Island - John Donne
No man is an island,
Entire of itself,
Every man is a piece of the continent,
A part of the main.
If a clod be washed away by the sea,
Europe is the less.
As well as if a promontory were.
As well as if a manor of thy friend's
Or of thine own were:
Any man's death diminishes me,
Because I am involved in mankind,
And therefore never send to know for whom the bell tolls;
It tolls for thee.
Entire of itself,
Every man is a piece of the continent,
A part of the main.
If a clod be washed away by the sea,
Europe is the less.
As well as if a promontory were.
As well as if a manor of thy friend's
Or of thine own were:
Any man's death diminishes me,
Because I am involved in mankind,
And therefore never send to know for whom the bell tolls;
It tolls for thee.
John Donne
Monday, October 7, 2013
Letting Go and Taking Detours...
LETTING GO and TAKING DETOURS in life is sometimes very HARD to do. This is especially difficult for those "PERFECTIONIST" that don't exactly APPRECIATE life's HICCUPS. But YOU can't MATURE and GROW as a PERSON if you are holding on to things that DON'T ALLOW you to PROGRESS as a HUMAN BEING.
Whatever it is you are holding on to, whether if be fear, a job, future plans, goals and ambitions, relationships - whatever it is. Have the FAITH to LET GO, TAKE A DETOUR, and BE CONFIDENT things will come out on TOP in the END. BECAUSE you can't live your BESTEST LIFE if you CAN'T LET GO.
Friday, October 4, 2013
The Color Run!!! - Raleigh 2013
The COLOR RUN! OMGosh! This was Raleigh's first Color Run event and it really was such an AMAZING event!
The Color Run is known as the "The Happiest 5k on the Planet” and is a “unique paint race that
celebrates HEALTHINESS, HAPPINESS, and INDIVIDUALITY." Participants in the race
wear all white attire and are splashed with color at different points during the race and
completely covered at the finish line!
The event started off
with MUSIC, DANCING, and ENTERTAINMENT. The race got started at 9am. There were 3 waves of running groups with staggered starting times.
It was so EXCITING to see hundreds of people come out to support such a
HAPPY event
I had the opportunity to serve as an Activate Good volunteer. Activate Good connects individuals, groups, and companies to VOLUNTEER and PROVIDE SUPPORT to over 150 nonprofits around the Triangle! I worked with volunteers at the “KIND” tent where we worked TOGETHER to provide "Healthy and Tasty" treats to race participants at the FINISH LINE.
I had the opportunity to serve as an Activate Good volunteer. Activate Good connects individuals, groups, and companies to VOLUNTEER and PROVIDE SUPPORT to over 150 nonprofits around the Triangle! I worked with volunteers at the “KIND” tent where we worked TOGETHER to provide "Healthy and Tasty" treats to race participants at the FINISH LINE.
While I did not participate as a runner in the race, I still
managed to return home COVERED in VARIATIONS of pink, green, yellow, and blue! This was such a FUN event! I truly believe in being your HAPPIEST
self and DEFINITELY plan to be a part of The Color Run again in 2014!
Tuesday, October 1, 2013
20th Women’s Distance Festival 5K - Raleigh, NC
Sorry so late on posting on this event! I am working and juggling a million other
tasks, and getting behind on the things I LOVE the MOST! Anywho…On Saturday, September 21st, I had the
privilege of running the 20th Women’s Distance Festival 5K in Raleigh,
NC. The course took place on the beautiful
Dorothea Dix campus in Raleigh, NC. The weather was PERFECT for this FANTASTIC event
that partnered with InterAct, a group that provides domestic violence awareness. InterActs mission is to provide safety and
support to victims and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and to
promote violence-free relationships and communities through collaboration,
public information, and advocacy.
Unfortunately, I was RUNNING late to this event, so my
timing of 35:27 doesn’t come close to my last 5k running time of 21:00. I seem to be able to RUN any COURSE, but when
it comes to DRIVING, I lose all sense of DIRECTION. I SERIOUSLY need to become BETTER acquainted
with my GPS or just plan to RUN wherever I need to go! Although late, I
still ran because this is a GREAT cause I am truly EXCITED about supporting.
The LADIES from the NCRR Women’s Beginner’s Running Program also
came out in FULL FORCE to support this event. The NCRR Women’s Beginner’s Running Program is
10-week program that prepares women of all fitness levels to prepare for a 5k
in late September. It was great to see
these ladies working TOGETHER as a TEAM to complete the race and I plan to get a
TEAM of LADIES out in 2014 to support this FANTASTIC cause and event!
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