Whether you're just needing the right boost to your early morning, about to go into that interview, preparing to take a leap of faith toward chasing your dreams, or simply need a little extra strength in your strut to complete your outfit, these songs are for you, my friend! So pump up the volume and don't be shy about dancing around while yell-singing at the top of your lungs! This post originally appeared on Anna's 1st blog, Annamotion. This post may contain links to where you can find the product mentioned on Amazon. Anna Reel is a … [Read more...]
My 2016 Focus
This post originally appeared on Anna's 1st blog, Annamotion. This post contains a link to show you where you can find a mentioned product on Amazon. Anna Reel is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. The past 2 weeks I've had you think about what you want your 2016 focus to be. If this is your 1st time hearing about it, check out the post by clicking the image below: Now that … [Read more...]
Nichole’s E.P.I.C. Story
This post originally appeared on Anna's 1st blog, Annamotion. This post contains a link to show you where you can find a mentioned product on Amazon. Anna Reel is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. Introduction I had the privilege of interviewing Nichole Kelly for our very 1st E.P.I.C. (Everyday People Inspiring Change) Story! I don't think there's anyone better to start off this … [Read more...]
Why I Don’t Believe in New Year’s Resolutions
It's that time of year again, when resolutions are made to work off your Adipose (for non-Whovians, just read "fat"), to track and bag Prince Charming, to organize your tornado-destruction-zone office space, and to be able to reenact this scene of Scrooge McDuck. But to tell you the truth, I don't believe in New Year's Resolutions. Let me tell you why... This post originally appeared on Anna's 1st blog, Annamotion. Sad Statistics Statistic Brain Research Institute shares these statistics for people keeping to the resolutions they make … [Read more...]
Why I’m Not “Feeling 22”
Remember when you were 8 and 16 year olds were like your idols? They seemed so much older and cooler...But then when you reached 16, it wasn't quite as magical as you always dreamed it to be? You could probably say that for any age, right? For me, 22 seemed so old! They're the top dogs of college--the seniors! They have it all together. They know what career path they're taking, what they're doing after graduation, and some of them were already spouses or parents! That must mean they completely know what they're doing. Well here I am at … [Read more...]
22 Things I Learned by 22
Guess what! Tomorrow (December 13th, 2015) is my 22nd birthday! I've been reflecting on my life and I would like to share with you 22 lessons I've learned in my 22 years of life. Note, this post contains affiliate links because I've included some recommendations of books I love. I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. This post originally appeared on Anna's 1st blog, … [Read more...]
I won’t have any friends if I pursue self-improvement
This post originally appeared on Anna's 1st blog, Annamotion. If I keep improving, I'll outgrow all of my good friendships. No one I care about will like me if I change. I either need to please my friends to keep them or continue my growth and have no friends. What do you do when your friends don't like the improvements you've made in your life or they don't understand why you're changing? Have you ever dealt with this issue of natural separation from friends when you've chased after your goals of personal growth? Sabotage Have you ever … [Read more...]
I should evaluate my growth by the growth of others.
This post originally appeared on Anna's 1st blog, Annamotion. In one year's time she was way farther along than I am. I must not be good enough. All of these people are so much better at this than I am. I must not be growing as much as I should and could. I feel like such a failure. maybe I'm not meant to do this. I thought I had the skill, but I guess I don't. Have you ever looked at the progress others have made, especially those who started at the same time as you, and felt really discouraged because they have grown so much faster than … [Read more...]
I don’t have the willpower & discipline to improve.
This post originally appeared on Anna's 1st blog, Annamotion. It takes a more disciplined person to grow. Self-improvement is only for ambitious people. I can't be like them. It's too hard for someone of my personality. Have you ever thought that? I would consider myself to be a highly disciplined person because of my personality and how I was raised. But even for a "disciplined" person like me, it's a constant battle to not give into laziness! Because, you see, discipline is hard work for everyone. That's why it is called discipline. … [Read more...]
People can’t change
This post originally appeared on Anna's 1st blog, Annamotion. Weak people will always be weak. Jerks will always be jerks. I will always have a bad temper. It's my nature, so I might as well just accept it. Have you ever thought a similar lie? Have you ever been hurt by someone who said they couldn't help it, it's just who they are? I'm here to tell you today that there is a difference between permanent personality and the character traits that can grow and regress. I am not here to tell you where that line is drawn all the time … [Read more...]