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5 Reminders You Just Might Need Right Now

Some wise words to get you through whatever you're going through

Samantha DeCarlo

Feb 04, 2019

Villanova University

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5 Reminders You Just Might Need Right Now

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As the semester heads into its fourth week, you might be starting to feel the stress of the semester take hold. Here are some reminders to help you through whatever might be going on (trust me, I need them to).

1. It's Okay to Not Be Okay

We live in a world where people are convinced they always need to appear happy to those around them when really, so many of us may be struggling under those fake smiles and forced laughter. Take a second today to remember that having a hard time is not a sign of weakness, but an opportunity for growth. Let yourself feel however you need to.

2. Change doesn't happen overnight

As an impatient person, a lot of times I feel restless when I institute new habits and I don't feel a difference right away. Yet the beautiful thing about life is that often times, good things tend to take time. Change becomes even more powerful when it is something that slowly and steadily happens. Let yourself enjoy the journey to becoming who you want to be.

3. You being you is more than enough

I'll admit, a lot of times, I compare myself to others, wishing I was smarter, healthier, more social, etc. Yet comparison does no justice in our lives, and prevents us from recognizing all the amazing qualities that make up who you are. The next time you feel the need to compare yourself to others, remind yourself that simply being alive and being who you are is a gift and blessing on this Earth.

4. If it is happening to me, it is for me

This is something my aunt has been saying. A lot of times, things happen in our lives that we'd like to avoid, that we think our lives would be better without. Truth is, if something happens in your life, it must be in some way part of your path and is leading you forward, whether you recognize that or not. Let yourself see every experience as a part of your journey, don't discount the hard times, because they matter too.

5. Worry doesn't work!

I wrote a whole article about worry way back when, and as I sit here and write this article today, this reminder seems more crucial than ever. Worry prevents us from moving forward, it disables us from living in the present. Yes, you might have a million things on your to do list, yes you might have other issues going on, but worry is not the answer to solving any of these things. The next time you feel the need to worry, take a second to breathe instead.

I hope these reminders were helpful, have a great week friends!

Talk soon,

Sam

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5 Reminders You Just Might Need Right Now

Some wise words to get you through whatever you're going through

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3. You being you is more than enough

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5. Worry doesn't work!

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The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

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Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

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