Hat: Forever 21 | Necklace: Banana Republic | Shirt: Loft | Jeans: Hollister | Shoes: Tildon | Watch: Michael Kors | Hair Tie: Nordstrom Rack | Jacket: Nordstrom B.P.
Growing up has always been a fear of mine, just like Peter Pan. A big one actually. That is because people change, you lose friends, you gain some, people leave, you are on your own, you need to be self-dependant, and it means you actually have to figure out who you are, what you want to do with your life, and who you want to spend it with. I have been having a difficult time figuring out who I am right now because I never really thought about it; I just have been living life one dull day at a time...this sounds cynical. But there have been some incredible days and some not so much so. In order to combat this dull life, I have compiled characteristics and so on to help me become the woman I want to be. I got this idea from Diane von Fustenberg's book
The Woman I Want To Be. It is fitting because it is a new year and I want to strive for a better me. Some things I hope to become this next year include being kind, self-reliant, curious, courages, loving, non-judgmental, strong, proud, important, and resilient. Lately I feel like I have lost my way, so these traits will help me pave the path to my future. While I recognize I definitely cannot do this all in one day, I do plan to work on it day by day with a good support system to get me to where I want to be. I have my friend helping me right now and I am very thankful for that. I will accomplish this through daily activity, interacting with people, and having positive thoughts to change bad situations into good ones. To keep with the theme of New Years Resolutions, I would like to share with you my mission statement for this new year. I have gotten this from
Elleosophy, a blog written by Aussie student Ellen. Her blog is beautifully written and if you would also like some inspo, I definitely recommend checking out her site! So here is our mission statement:
I shall be kind in both thoughts and words.
My kindness will not discriminate.
I shall be myself and be unapologetic about it.
Grief and regrets will be used to teach me wisdom, not to plague my heart or mind.
I will remember that there are always stars in the sky.
The value of food, love, and laughter is richer than what is in my wallet.
Beautiful, right? So that is what I am striving for this year. Do you have anything you want to improve upon this year? I would love to know! I also plan on sharing this journey with you through my blog posts as the year goes on. Thank you for reading!
xox
Leah
I must get my hands on a copy of The Woman I Want To Be. I read an excerpt of it in my HarpersBazaar magazine, but had no idea it could be so insightful and influential! And even if it is a tad bit cynical, you've recognised what you want to change and you're making changes so who cares as long as it is your decision and you're happy with that. I am so, so excited to follow your story. I really, really hope you get everything that you work and strive for. Even if it takes years as you said, I know it'll happen. The power of positivity! :)
ReplyDeleteP.S Your jacket looks so damn freaking cute!!
Elleosophy
Hi Ellen!
DeleteIt truly is one of the best books I have ever read. Now it is on sale at Barnes and Noble so you should totally try to get your hands on a copy! Thank you so much for your kind words, hopefully I can be of help or inspiration to others as you have been to me. I hope I will be able to accomplish my goals, thank you for your positivity!!
Thanks about the jacket too :) It is SOO fluffy and cozy but I had to return it because it shed a lot. Maybe I will find a similar one that does not shed!
Thank you for your comment!
xox
Leah
Lovely post! Growing up has indeed something scary about it. But why should we, we can still stay young and childish. Maybe not just 24/7 :)
ReplyDeleteI had seen the mission statement on Ellen's blog and I loved it by the way. Nice to see that lots of people saw it :)
x Aurélie
Hello Aurelie!
DeleteThank you so much! I am glad someone relates to this struggle, but you are right. There is nothing to be afraid of and we can indeed stay young and foolish. Hopefully I will learn to do that while simultaneously growing. I am glad you also enjoyed Ellen's mission statement as well! Hopefully more will see it too.
Thank you for your comment!
xox
Leah