From the inspiring conversation between President Obama and ballerina Misty Copeland, we all might realize we’re not so different in the barriers that we face to reach our greatest dreams.
Last night, my sister and I stayed up late looking at photos from years ago. I realized bullying had been a huge reason as to why I had such a negative body image back then.
We are each here for a reason. We are each uniquely made to contribute something unique to this world. Instead of feeling small and unsure, we need to take hold of everything we are and all that we have to make a difference.
When I was younger, it seemed like adults had this whole thing called, life, figured out. Wow, I was completely off. The older I get, the more I realize that everyone is trying to figure it out – even adults older than me.
Trying to meet everyone’s standards besides your own is a waste of time. It’s a waste of who you are and it’s a way of your energy. It’s when we let go of trying to prove to everyone and everything that we become free to move forward.
When you face a challenging situation, it can be difficult to see the beauty in it. It can be hard to focus on the good that you can take from it. These powerful thoughts might encourage you.
At different points, life can feel overwhelming and as if it’s all too much to bear. But what I’ve come to understand is that every situation is neither good, bad, nor ugly. On the contrary, each situation is an opportunity.