Closing Chapter 2015

It has always been extremely important to me to gain as much knowledge as possible from experiences in my life. A few months ago, however, I realized that many of the life experiences I identified as positive and true were almost inauthentic as a result of me pre-determining (I’m a planner by nature) them to…

Things I’ve learned

We live in a time where social media accounts (of people we don’t even know) make the rest of us feel inadequate more often than not. With that being said, I decided to share some of the “Things I’ve Learned” over the past few months – because in the chaos of our day to day lives I…

Leap of faith

I came across a quote recently that said “the destination is not what’s important; what’s important is the journey.” We are urged throughout our life to be cautious and aware of our actions. But sometimes, we need to let loose, we need to take chances and risks. Trial and error is an important part of our social development…

The space around me

Finding the perfect time and perfect place to write is not as easy as it seems. The hardest part is not the choice of space or moment, but rather a combination of the two. Your surroundings must stimulate a desire for creativity and simultaneously provide an outlet for your expression. I find being around other…

Solitude

Many people believe that choosing to be alone is cause for concern; and without a doubt, companionship and the process of giving and receiving love is one of the most necessary things in life. However, over the last few years I have firmly believed that I would rather be alone than be in a relationship that…

Why I write

From an early age I made it a habit to jot down my thoughts and feelings. Sadly, I stopped writing during my university years (when I was told I had to write). I feel as if I lost the only outlet that helped keep me sane. I’m hoping that this new journey will allow me the opportunity to…