It's challenging because I want to be able to put my entire heart into everything I do, but I've learned that I also need to make time for myself. I know that sometimes I talk about the same things on this platform, but it serves as a reminder and encouragement for myself.
Last week I woke up broken out in hives and while it could have been an allergic reaction to my face wash, stress also could have played a part.
I talked with my dad and he said I should try meditating for just 15 minutes a day. The first time I tried to do it, I set my phone alarm for 15 minutes but could barely do it for 5 minutes. I am slowly working my way up and the last time I meditated I did it for 10 minutes. You may think it's not super beneficial but taking 10 minutes to close your eyes and focus solely on breathing really helps you de-stress. I find box breathing is really helpful- breathing in for 4 counts, holding it for 4, breathing out for 4, and holding that for 4.
I've been working on some final papers and presentations for classes to capstone everything I've learned over the course of the semester. One is for my Organization Crisis and Change class where I am analyzing how NBC handled Matt Lauer's sexual harassment allegations. In my Web Communication class I am preparing to present my semester-long project of creating content and bringing a website idea to life. I'm so proud of how SecondAthlete turned out and it wouldn't have happened without all the people who shared their stories with me.
Finally, and probably the most exciting news, I accepted an internal communications internship opportunity with Charter Spectrum this summer in St. Louis!
While I'm sad that David is graduating, I am more than ready to go home and have a few weeks off before I jump into my first real job experience. These last few weeks are going to be so, so, so busy but I know they'll be full of good times (and maybe some crying because school is stressful).
Until next time,
Taylor xx
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