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Almost everything I do that makes me feel like I am making a difference or I’ve accomplished something requires me stepping outside of my comfort zone. Volunteering alone, getting blood drawn for a research study, being a part of committees, taking on leadership roles… the list goes on and on. You’d think I do all … Continue reading Comfort Zone →

Nothing that I'm experiencing or I am a part of makes sense to me. Do I even belong here? I suffer from extreme imposter syndrome. I always question my presence everywhere I am. It is the worst thing in the world. It triggers my anxiety and makes me feel like complete poop. The way that … Continue reading Imposter Syndrome →

Ever tell yourself, “Oh god I am so upset that this is happening to me but I should get over it and be grateful for the life that I have because others have it worse...” I say this to myself more often than not. I’m also guilty of saying the #FirstWorldProblems thing. I am very … Continue reading Minimizing Your Pain →

I can't emphasize enough how much I love this! Just had a conversation with someone about "too soon." I wish I would have came across this before that conversation. Why do humans always have to make it about timing. Why does everything have to be at the "wrong" time? I am not letting timing be … Continue reading The Truth About Meeting Someone At The “Wrong” Time →

I keep seeing quotes and articles about how being nice is contagious and how it is good for the soul. Smiling to a stranger, opening to the door for people, holding the door for people, greeting people with a simple good morning or even just asking someone how they are doing. It is contagious. When … Continue reading Be Nice →

Trust /trəst/ noun noun: trust firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something. Synonyms: confidence, belief, faith, certainty, assurance, conviction, credence reliance “good relationships are built on trust” Imagine not having to question your significant other about what is coming out of their mouth. Listening without questioning or being concerned. … Continue reading “Trust me….” →

Why did I just do that? Why did I just say that? Did I just make the right choice? Was that the right thing to do? What's next? What and why? The little voice in my head that never lets me live in the moment. Asking myself a million questions instead of just letting it … Continue reading Living In the Moment →

Thought I’d touch base on this as the Shine topic this morning touched base on this. In no way shape or form do I want to sound ungrateful for what I had growing up because as immigrants my parents have always worked extremely hard for me and my siblings. I can’t even imagine moving to … Continue reading The Shame I Felt Growing up in Poverty →

I attended an annual Women’s Staff Breakfast for my job a week ago and had the honor of listening to a presentation by Chaplain Tahera Ahmad on “Resilience Through Adversity” about her journey and life lessons. One of the most sentimental presentations I have sat through, to say the least. She’s such a wonderful speaker and … Continue reading Healthy Relationships = Happy Life →