Posts tagged "Growth"
This post has been sitting in my drafts for some time now. I started writing it a month ago after reading the Nate Parker transcripts, then stopped. I starting writing again as the transcripts of Derrick Rose's sexual assault case leaked...and I stopped again. I've been reading this post over and over for the past thirty days. Every time I get closer to finishing it, I get anxious. The reactions I've had...
Have you ever been in a room filled with beautiful women and none of you were throwing shade? How about a room filled with strangers, who are able to open up and be vulnerable about some of the same insecurities and issues you have? How about an inspirational space where you could learn about upcoming girl bosses in the arts and media industry? Last Saturday, I kicked off the new year with...
This year is (finally) coming to a close. While randomly reflecting on my year, I realized that I've actually grown. Here are few lessons I learned this year that I wanted to share. 1. Don't fall in love with someone who makes you feel as if loving you is a chore. You deserve better than that. 2. Step outside your comfort zone: I'm a very awkward girl. Sometimes doing things out...
Two weeks ago, I sat in front of a woman who told me there were no jobs for "creatives like me". With a straight face, she explained to me that there were a ton of receptionist jobs for a "girl like me". [caption id="attachment_731" align="aligncenter" width="335"] My reaction to "like me"[/caption] As I sat across from her and tried to control my facial expressions, I remembered that it's officially been...