Finally, A New Post

I can't believe it's taken me this long to write. I have had a pretty tough winter term between hard classes, a bad class schedule and missing home, I've been really focused on myself lately. But I am finally in a place to reflect and give some of my attention to all my wonderful followers.
I want to write today about gossiping, a habit I know we all have. Everyone says that gossiping is bad and we all agree but it usually doesn't stop us. Why is it like that? I couldn't tell you (even though I am fascinated by that question) but I do know that talking about someone is hurting you as well as that person. Each girl should be a strong, confident, wonderful person and by bringing someone down to make you feel better or whatever the reason you do it shows the world that you don't believe that about yourself, not to mention it's just not nice.
When you think about it, it's pretty simple, you are better than that.
I don't think it's possible to complete stop gossiping, but I do urge you all to just be cautious. Listen to yourself talk, I used to gossip without even knowing it. If you are gossiping or talking poorly about someone, make sure you acknowledge it, and just try to limit the things you say. Also, just because your friends are talking badly about someone doesn't mean you need to join them. Try to put a stop to it if you can.
To all my younger followers, middle school is a tough time and you will encounter a ton of gossiping. For some reason girls decide they need to put down everyone else to feel better about themselves and then it spreads like a disease and everyone else takes part. It is hard to not take join or be hurt by it but try to limit the bad things you say about people. Ask yourself "would I want people saying that about me?" Remember if you are being talked about it, YOU ARE BETTER THAN THAT. Eleanor Roosevelt said "no one can make your inferior without your consent". Words definitely hurt but try to not let them get to you too much. Also, think about the "friend" who is saying this, re-evaluate your friendship if she happens to be a friend.
This all sounds like common knowledge but even in college there is so much unnecessary gossiping and the earlier you break the habit, the better.
Try to be aware of what you and the people around you are saying, you might be surprised.
Then, take action and start with yourself!

I'm Still Here!

I cannot believe I have not written for this long.. I'm embarrassed.
With midterms here and gone and back again I have been SWAMPED in work. Not to mention my family is here this weekend along with my best friend Madi which has been amazing. It feels so good to have some pieces of home with me right now.

I promise you next week I will be back to blogging.. I have a lot to say.

But for now, focus on you. Push yourself, treat yourself, or just be yourself!

Stay with me! :)

Taylor

A Few Little Things..

I don't have a lot of time to write today ( I need to focus my writing skills on my essay due tomorrow :/) but I wanted to post something small.

Dove has been doing a lot with loving yourself and having a healthy perspective on beauty so I thought I'd post this link.We watched this in my Women, Difference and Power class and I thought it was very interesting. I know that there is a campgain you can sign up for too if that interests you.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUsKIApTewQ&feature=related

Here is a quote that has come up lately in converstaion that I think relates to everything I have talked about so far.

“Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind.”
-Dr. Seuess

Also, if you are ever feeling down or defeated I encourage you to listen to the song "Stand" by Rascal Flatts. It has kept me going through my toughest times.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OT10h5vqmZs

Just wanted to give you some things to think about. Hopefully I can get a real post out this weekend!