An Inspiring Post

9:15 AM Melissa 0 Comments


Whether you are a recent graduate finding a job (like me), a person working at a job they hate, or a person who is looking for a little motivation, The World Is Waiting For You Now is an inspiring post by Kute Blackson. I can't say how much this post encouraged me and I hope you will find it helpful too! 

Here are some words that touched me the most:

Along the journey to your dreams fulfillment you will face challenges that test you. 

In these moments things can sometimes seem tough. It can be easy to lose hope. You might sometimes wonder if your dreams will ever happen. You may even consider abandoning your dreams altogether, feeling as though you have given everything and have yet to see the light at the end of the tunnel.

These are the moments that it is easy to give up. 

These are the moments that people give in.

But these are the very moments to LIVE everything you know deep in your heart.

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 It takes true courage to follow your dreams in this world that tries to shake you down to live in fear and survival.

 If you are facing one of those challenging moments in life, but feel your dream to be truly authentic to your heart. Then you must commit, continue and trust bigger than your fears.
Your dreams were given to you for a reason.  

The post is on The Conversation with Amanda de Cadenet, a Lifetime interview series on "everything women talk about." I highly recommend it!

Photo: Fabiano at abduzeedo.com

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University of Washington Graduation

3:35 AM Melissa 0 Comments

Graduation has been looming over my mind for the past two years. At times, it brought fear and anxiety. At other times, it brought happiness and hope. The ceremonies were a compilation of days to celebrate and share the end of a chapter and the start a new one. It was especially heartwarming as family and friends helped commemorate graduation with me.

Being a pretty emotional person, I was overwhelmed thinking about my graduation dinner speech. So many good people were there through good times and bad. They supported me from the time I was in my mother’s womb to more recent years in college. They shared their wisdom and challenges, their mistakes and triumphs, and their love and kindness. The quote “It takes a village to raise a child” rang truer that day than any other day.

I am incredibly blessed and grateful to have such a strong support system. From my cousin Roni’s advice on confidence to the years my mother worked 80-hour weeks so I can have a better life, family and friends continue to shape me into a better human being. Thank you to each and every one of you. A special shout-out to my mother, a phenomenal role model. She has been and continues to be an unlimited source of love, knowledge, inspiration, everything and more.

Throughout the years, here are some advice and lessons I've learned:
* You are NOT invincible.
* If you are going through a difficult time, tell someone you trust and you will be glad you did.
* If you don’t get hired, why not bring out that entrepreneurial spirit.
* Travel. Rather than staying in your own bubble, explore the world and meet it’s citizens.
* Inspiration can come from unexpected people.
* For job interviews, be the best version of you.
* Those you love may not always be there due to illness or death, so cherish the time you have with them now.

What are some tips you would like to share? I would love to hear them!

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The Allure of Events

11:37 PM Melissa 0 Comments


I love going to events. Events celebrate human achievements, inspire creativity and action, raise people’s awareness of problems and resolutions, gather various groups together, reflect current progress and future changes and create moments that will forever be remembered. In these ways, events are special and unique. While studying abroad in Berlin, I knew I wanted to attend local and citywide events. I attended the Mauerpark Flea Market, Asian Film Festival, Festival of Lights, Hertha soccer game and the World Photo Exhibit. All these events gave me a glimpse of the rich, cultural fabric of Berlin and the diverse interests of its residents.

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