Breathe In, Breathe Out

It's only the first week of school, and I'm already stressed out! (Duh, Pris you're taking 18 units!)

Strangely, I enjoy being stressed out and if I'm not busy every second of the day, I feel like I'm wasting time. 

I have many responsibilities on my plate, as I'm sure many of you do, but I like it that way. I guess I'm what you call a workaholic/overachiever. I'm not trying to toot my own horn here, but I'm sure many of you can relate. 

College students are not given enough credit. We juggle so many things at once: relationships, school, work, extra curricular activities and somewhere in between all of that we manage to have a social life (hopefully outside of Twitter and Facebook). I think we all deserve some sort of plaque. 

This isn't a post asking for sympathy. I'm simply asking all of the stressed, sleepless and over achieving folks to take 15-30 minutes out of their day and just BREATHE! 

Do something for yourself. Something that makes you happy. You can read (non related coursework, please!), exercise, take a nap or simply sit and enjoy doing nothing.

I promise that if you give yourself this amount of time each day, life will be a little easier. 


All of your handwork is going to pay off, I promise. Keep up the good work, and remember to give yourself a break every once in a while...

XO, 
Pris

Worth the Fight

I was originally starting this blog post with, "How many of you are in a relationship?" (Er, I kind of just did), until I realized what a silly question that is.


I mean who isn't in some type of relationship! Right?


Well, not too long ago I came upon a quote by one of my favorite authors:


“Nothing that’s worthwhile is ever easy." -Nicholas Sparks


Those words couldn't be more true. 


Even the best relationships have bad days, whether it be with your mom, brother, best friend, girlfriend, boss or even with God! All relationships get messy, but that's what makes them real.


Things can and will get ugly. Is that a reason to give up?


I'm sure a few relationships came to mind when you read this. Think about how much they're worth before you throw in the towel. 


And remember, all good things require time and effort. 


XO, 
Pris

I Don't Want to be the Captain of My Destiny

Have you ever had trouble sleeping because the infamous "Who am I?" and "What is my purpose?" questions circle and bounce around your head? Well, I have.


It might be surprising to those who know me personally because I've always been the type who knows what she's doing, when I'm doing it and why. I guess we all have our moments. 


I thought I had my whole life planned out, but lately I've wondered if my plans fit what God wants for me. 


I don't want to be the captain of my destiny. I want God to be in command.


I know that as a Christian my mission is to bring people to Christ. Well, I want everything I do and everything I am to tailor that mandate, including my career.


It might take some time for me to figure it all out, but I trust in the Lord.


As for now, I'll continue working hard and praying fervently. 


I leave you all with this quote: “Though we may not be able to see His purpose or His plan, the Lord of heaven is on his throne and in firm control of the universe and our lives.” -Max Lucado


XO, 
Pris