Others May Not Believe in Your Dreams, Keep Believing In Yourself Anyway

I can still get discouraged easily. It's hard when you have poured your whole heart and effort into a project, and for people to question it or tell you no. This may seem similar to you. You may have a dream or goal that people tell you that you can't reach. They may not believe … Continue reading Others May Not Believe in Your Dreams, Keep Believing In Yourself Anyway

Dream Big, You Are Capable of Amazing Things

In a weird way, the pandemic has reignited my passion for my work. For a while, I was writing blog posts more as an obligation than as a desire to help others. I was in a slump, not feeling really positive or optimistic about the future. I know not everyone is in the same boat … Continue reading Dream Big, You Are Capable of Amazing Things

The Beauty in Uncomfort

To get something you've never had, you've got to do something you've never done.My coach used to say that to us all the time. Back then, for me that quote embodied a chase for perfection and a need for validation, but now this quote really rings true to me as I embark on my longest … Continue reading The Beauty in Uncomfort

There is Power Within You to Change the World

My entire life, I've wanted to help people. The ways in which I've wanted to help people have changed over time, but that has always been my goal. Whether it be helping reduce homelessness or reduce hunger or improve people's health and wellness, or be a support system for one of my teammates or friends, … Continue reading There is Power Within You to Change the World

You’ve Already Done the Work, Now It’s Time to Shine

I think about 95% of my life in terms of track meets and practices. All of the preparation, the hard work, the tears, the frustration, the anxiety, the rush of success, all of it. I haven't ran competitively in years, but I still feel those feelings all of the time. My coach used to say … Continue reading You’ve Already Done the Work, Now It’s Time to Shine