I'm spending my summer the same as the next college student. Sleeping late, working, and spending time with friends and family. These are all things I'm doing on the outside. But, on the inside, I am doing much more than that.

This summer, I have decided to work on myself. I am cleansing my life of all kinds of negativity, which for me, includes toxic people and toxic thoughts. I am doing things that I decide to do, not what other people tell me to do.

Not only I am doing things that make me happy, but I am doing things to make others happy. This does not mean I am "people-pleasing." This means that I am going to go out of my way to be kind and helpful to anyone and everyone who might need a little light in their lives. I decided to be nothing but kind, smiley, and selfless this summer. Not only will this bring a small ounce of happiness to the people I come across, but there is a satisfaction that comes with doing these things that is like no other.

Lastly, I am being active this summer. Not only exercise wise, but active in general. I am not going to lay around all day and watch movies or take naps when I really don't need them. I'm going to get things done and be productive.

This summer is all about bettering myself and the way I live my life. What are you doing this summer?