Motivation
I don't often reference T.I. but I am right now.
"Hey but I ain't slowin' down and I ain't stoppin' (Motivation)"
I have been lacking in the motivation department lately. After a hiatus (about 2 weeks) from the gym, I was like NO more! So, I posted the video above to get some tips from YouTube subscribers on what to do to get back on my grind.
People suggested weight loss vision boards, and special treats for myself when I reach a goal. One subscriber suggested signing up for a 5k and I thought...yeah...that sounds right. So, I've decided I'm doing 2 5k's before my trip in October. I registed for the Run Mag Mile 5K. I think that will keep me in the gym and on point through my vacation. Thank you, Jess!
Other than that, I'm just trying to come up in the world. I grew up thinking I was the shit. Just kidding, but serious. I grew up being told I was intelligent, funny, cute, etc. from family and friends. I grew up with a God complex, y'all. No wonder I like Kanye so much!
But then reality set it. The world wasn't set up for me. The world isn't set up for women, or black people, or queer people, or fat people, or single people, or even hyper aware people...and if you think that's not true, you're really privileged to not believe that. The crushing weight of all that (no pun intented) can be really difficult on my emotions. But, I do think that your mindset can determine how you navigate through all the challenges. So, I'm trying to get my confidence hustle up! Mainly so I can start building a career I'm really passionate about. Don't get me wrong, I appreciate having a job and being able to afford a lifestyle full of adventurous fun times, but I'm not saving, my credit cards aren't paid in full every month, and if there was some sort of monetary emergency, I would be F***ED! So, while I staunchly believe that money doesn't equal happiness, it sure the hell helps!
Trying to stay positive. Trying to remember that no matter how hard I try, life unfolds as it's meant to. But it helps to put actions into motion.
