Lessons

The previous week has been incredibly hectic for me, and it is so close to being over. For the most part, it's been crazy because I went away for the weekend and haven't been around to do any of my homework. On top of that, life has been becoming more and more difficult as time passes on. But somehow, I still am happier than ever because of all the brilliant little lessons I have been learning from faculty, friends and even people I do not know. I just want to share a few of these to hopefully help others see the positive sides of things as well.

First off, the best thing you can do is to stop thinking only for the benefit of yourself. What I mean is that even though we are all different and special in our own way, it is definitely notable that if we only work to make ourselves happy what good does that do for our community. Part of life is helping others, and if we don't do this, we can not survive as a species. Secondly, nothing is ever bad enough for you to quit or give up. As hard as things get, you must push through it because to be honest, you can do it. I've noticed that most people have little faith in themselves and their work when really others around them put those same people up on a pedestal. We are not alone and there is always someone else out there who knows how you feel.

These are just a few of the many things that have helped me feel better and hopefully for those of you having difficulties, it will do the same.