Be Creative; Be You

My friend Anna asked me to help her with a homework assignment this week. Her teacher asked the class to "fill" a backpack; with values, experiences, and beliefs, that make you who you are. She had to write a paper, as well as put a few tangible items into a backpack to share with the class for a presentation. And of course, like most people, as soon as Anna was asked to think about herself, her mind went blank. Just like if anyone asks me what music I listen to, I immediately forget every artist I've ever heard. Thinking of what makes Anna the amazing woman she is, made me think of how we are similar and different. And of the different values, experiences, and beliefs I have that make me who I am. So, for all of my devoted readers, I will now "unpack" my backpack. I value and believe in people. My family and friends, of course, because they helped make me the person I am today. Just the human race in general. We all have something of value to add to the wo...

I came across a list on Pinterest of 25 self-love journal prompts https://www.ellduclos.blog/self-love-journal-prompts/ . Self love! That’s something we all probably could improve on, myself included. For the most part, I don’t like myself. Never really have. But maybe this will help. Maybe this special list will make me suddenly see the light. Let’s start this journey! #1 What are 10 things you are really good at? I am really good at wasting time. And avoiding cleaning. And procrastinating… Just kidding. Or am I? But really. 1. I am good at writing, hopefully, otherwise you wouldn’t be here. 2. I’m a good reader. Sometimes I read trash, but I’ve also read some of the classics. 3. I think I’m good at being there for people when they need me. 4. I’m a good care staff to the different people I work with. I’m not the best but I’ve had very few injuries on my watch.  5. I’m usually a quick text back. I don’t like to leave people waiting. ...