Thursday, August 19, 2010

Things I Have Learned

1. There are some things, ideas, and people worth fighting for, so when you find them, don't let go.
2. Find inspiration in "ordinary" things.
3. If you are afraid to try something new, hold your breath and jump. It'll be worth it in the end.
4. Bliss is being completely happy, even when things aren't "perfect".
5. Know yourself first, but encourage good development.
6. Serve others.
7. If you love with all your heart, doubt has a harder time sneaking in on you.
8. Pray first, act later.
9. Make your life a choice. Choose to truly live.
10. Keep friends close.

Friday, August 6, 2010

Questions and Answers

Yesterday I got to have a long conversation with my mom about a few very important things. I find it interesting the information you can find out by asking the right questions. The conversation left me feeling great about what I am doing and where I am going. The affirmation from my mom was more than what I could ask for. I realize that sometimes we need to simply ask the right questions, when we talk to other people, parents, siblings, room mates, but especially when we pray.

Yesterday, I also spent a decent amount of time sincerely praying, by the end my focus had changed. My initial desire to have my question answered changed to a desire to fix a few things in my life first. My perspective changed from temporal to eternal matters and I realized how to get my life completely in order so that I can make those larger decisions.

Yesterday was full of realizations and full of new light:) I got a rush of excitement for life all over again:D