road-of-self-love

[road-of-self-love]

On this leg of my road to self love, I’ve discovered just exactly how much I love and adore sunrises. I’ve been getting ready for work or already at work for every day, so I haven’t gotten to see one in awhile. It’s been really weighing on me, and I vocalized that to one of my friends, and he’s gone above and beyond for me. Since he works nights, he sends me the sunsets (they’re his mornings) before I fall asleep, and sunrises when I’m getting ready in the mornings. He’s amazing, and today I’m extra thankful for him.

#summer self love #sunrises #sunsets #personal

[road-of-self-love]

[road-of-self-love]

[road-of-self-love]

Gym Anxiety 💪🏽😓

Things to remember when feeling anxious at the gym; especially if you are just starting out: 1). Literally no one cares if you are new or not. No one is keeping track of what you’re doing, how much you’re sweating, if you’re breathing too hard. You’re fine. 2). This initial anxiety WILL lessen. You will get more comfortable working out around others. 3). Just have fun with it. Try not to take yourself too seriously. It’s alright to have a crappy workout every now and again. It’s normal! 4). You deserve to be there just as much as everyone else. You are equally valid & deserving of this space. 5). YOU CAN DO THIS ❤️

[road-of-self-love]

You don’t need to do this alone. It’s not weak to lean on the people who love you, and the resources that are there to support you. Doing things by yourself isn’t necessarily an indicator of strength - sometimes admitting you need help is the bravest thing you can do. 

[road-of-self-love]

Big News

I have a Twitter, where I tweet funny things and keep a record of the weird things people say. I deleted the app off my phone for a few months (like, five to be exact), because I couldn’t stand the idea of having to face my tweets about my ex, and the little snippets of conversation we had. This morning I finally went through and cleaned it out. There are still a few tweets, but they’re the ones that didn’t spark a negative memory or emotion.

It’s a little step, but I’m very happy and proud of myself. It’s the little things that are helping me love myself the most.

#summer cleaning #proud of me #self love #personal

[road-of-self-love]

I just spent an amazing week away with kids at a music camp, and I’m ecstatic to be back! Getting to spend time with kids and fellow music loving adults really revived my spirit, and showed me exactly why I do what I do. Also having the opportunities to play in the ensembles and work with such amazing directors really built my self confidence up. It’s been amazing. ❤️

#music major #self love #personal #selfie #me

[road-of-self-love]

Coffee Lovers... help

I haven’t consumed caffeine since I was diagnosed with an ulcer three months ago. This morning I’ve had two small cups of coffee, and I’m jittery and hyper focused on everything and nothing.

Someone please help me. I actually feel like my heart is going to explode.

#coffee #please help me

[road-of-self-love]

[road-of-self-love]

Update:

Saw my best friend when I was going to a kid’s baseball game. It was so good to see him! Six months is entirely too long ❤️

Today was super awesome! I went and got drug tested, passed, and made it through my ready to work physical! The PT that had me do the physical said that they couldn’t tell me if I passed or not, but I’m thinking I did. I also had a wonderful conversation with my grandpa, and got my boots in! It’s been an amazing day.

[road-of-self-love]

Please be happy for other people. Your time will come.

[road-of-self-love]

Today was super awesome! I went and got drug tested, passed, and made it through my ready to work physical! The PT that had me do the physical said that they couldn’t tell me if I passed or not, but I’m thinking I did. I also had a wonderful conversation with my grandpa, and got my boots in! It’s been an amazing day.

#working girl #self love #selfie #me

[road-of-self-love]

This is so real. A man crashed his bike in the middle of my street, and something didn’t feel right, so I didn’t go out to the street to help when he asked (and later demanded) I come out to help him. Right after I’d gotten inside my house, a van pulled up and the guy got up, perfectly fine, and walked over, laughing at whatever the driver was saying. I went against being nice, and it probably saved my life.

Trust your gut!! If it doesn’t feel right, even if you don’t know what it is, you do not have to participate.

[road-of-self-love]

Reblog if it is alright if I come to your blog and anonymously confess something to you.

Everyone should confess something to me, always.

[road-of-self-love]

We mourn. We remember.  We stand with the LGBTQ community against hate and violence.

[road-of-self-love]

Got a coffee specifically to show off my nails 💅🏻

#i absolutely love this

[road-of-self-love]