I'm just an average human on this topsy-turvy journey called Life, trying to share my real self and my story in an effort to help at least one person out there feel a little less alone. Hi! Welcome to me- to all my messiness, to my hopes and dreams, my fears and failures, my ups and downs, my joys and sorrows, my daily decision to quit existing in the comfort of past regrets and future wishes to instead Live in the uncomfortable present, one step at a time. Come on in, take the next step with me, and let's see together where the journey takes us!
I knew I was going to forget something! I'd wanted to mention another lie I've stopped believing and grown away from- that body size equates health. It is possible to have a larger body and be healthy, and it's possible to have a smaller body and be unhealthy. So, I can't judge my body or anyone else's as healthy or unhealthy based on its size. Another life-changer for me!
I am not super outdoorsy, but one thing I've done to at least encourage myself to be outside is to do the things there that I'd normally do inside. I will take a blanket and a beverage and go read. Or I will Facetime with a friend. Or sometimes I will even watch TV or videos outdoors! Usually I will drive to or walk to somewhere interesting (walking bonus actually lets me experience the air and get some activity in, even if it's just from my parking spot at the park to a prettier area farther within the park), then fire up my show. I've done this as a "movie night" at an overlook too.
As requested, here is a list of my recommendations from this video: TV Shows- Skam Hjem til Jul (Netflix) Ragnarok (Netflix) Norsemen (Netflix) Music- 4 playlists by Visit Norway on Spotify Highasakite Sigrid Anna of the North Astrid S AURORA Ina Wroldsen Kristian Kristensen Enjoy!!
i find confidence in pursuing dreams to be very beautiful. it's attractive and makes me admire and want to be around the person who is unapologetic and focused.
That's such a good point! I've been so stuck in my discomfort about it that I haven't realized the distinction before. It'll be such a relief to not associate that word with size anymore, so thank you!
It's a deep and daunting one for sure. And to be honest, I don't always feel super up to trying to answer it. I think I've just got to be more aware and purposeful during the times that I am up for it. Or maybe it's the sort of thing that reveals itself to you as life happens? And the thing to be aware of and purposeful about is living?
Guys! I forgot to mention I experienced a big personal victory with this video. It was the first time I took only one selfie before filming- I didn't pick myself apart in it, and I immediately chose to use it as the thumbnail picture for this video. More self-love practice!
fun! i feel like me when i write emails to friends. i love writing, and i love my friends, so it's a good combo - and more satisfying than texting for me.
You are already so good at identifying what you want for your future. It comes naturally to you, so it might not seem like a thing to be good at, but it is. I would like to grow toward where you are in that area.
also, i am voting for another trip that is focused on language practice. you don't have to wait a certain amount of time to go again. it's YOUR PLACE now. you get to go when you want.
YAY! So glad your first trip there was a positive one. The family sounds awesome; hopefully you can keep in touch! I would love to know more about the food. In my mind it is all herring. lol
Haha, I had some great food there! One of the best burgers I've ever had, a burrito I went back for a second time, a delicious pizza... There were all sort of foods there! I only had a couple of more authentic Norwegian things, and the waffle was not to be missed! It was in the shape of hearts and topped with sour cream, raspberry jam, and their brown cheese. It's eaten folded in half like a taco, and it was taaasty!!
I vote that we have the makeup discussion. I also don't really care about that and would love to hear your thoughts. Because even though I don't care, I still struggle? So obvs I do care on some level. Curious about another POV.
Wow, ok, so I didn't realize until after I uploaded this video, that it's super blurry and kinda dark for some reason? As I've said before, I'm not so much tech-savvy, so I don't really know what led to this, but I wanted to say I'm sorry. I hope it doesn't make the video so hard to watch that you don't watch it, and I'll try to make it a better quality next time! For those of you continuing to check out my channel, thank you!!!
There is a train from Oslo to Bergen that looks amazing. And I've always wanted to see some of the those stave churches in the countryside. They look soooooo cool.
Oooh, yes, I think I've watch some videos about that train ride, and I'd love to do it! Not sure how much I'll get to outside of Oslo, but that might be number one on the list!
Short/sweet. Saying no to stuff has always been hard for me, but permission to say no is totally key. It doesn't mean I WILL say no, but just knowing that I can say no has been hugely transformative for me.
Ooh, cute top. This might be my favorite episode so far, because I love languages and the language acquisition process. When it starts coming automatically, it is the BEST feeling. I'm so glad you changed your mind about what is you and what could be you.
