"You have one page to sell yourself. Annnnnnnnnnd GO!"
Yeah, that's not a lot of pressure. Not. How can you combine your life, your skills, your talents and your charm into one nutshell of a letter? This is what is asked of all journalism students as they apply for jobs. Talk about why YOU are so great. Discuss everything that sets YOU apart from everyone else. There are a lot of expectations with that simple letter, and I feel like no matter what I write, I sound like an idiot. Or I can't transpose who I am into one page. I'm not a fan of this cover letter crap. If I were a hiring manager, I would look at just a resume and clips. A girl can dream, right?
P.S. The job market is still looming over my head, and usually in the form of a sad overcast cloud wave. No bright horizons ahead. I am really excited to move into the next stage of my life, provided I have a job.
So only 5 months and counting! Oh, gosh. Someone get me a paper bag so I can inhale deeply.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
25 Things About Me... Kinda.
This is going to be more of a list than a traditional blog post, I believe. I want to just discuss things with myself out loud, as well as hearing other people's point of views.
So I've been trying to determine who I am lately. Here's (so far) what I've figured out:
- I am 22 years old.
- I am a journalism major with a minor in intercultural studies.
- My favorite color has been, is, and always will be, jungle green. It's featured in the Crayola 64 pack.
- I love music. It always improves my mood.
- Walking makes me feel accomplished, even if it's just for 10 minutes each day.
- Reading opens up a part of my imagination I thought I had lost when I turned 18.
- I love my sister and brother. They understand everything I've gone through, even if it's not exactly the same situation.
- God is so wise. I have to remind myself of that.
- I need to remember to soak in the moments that usually pass me by. When I'm hanging out with friends, I need to pay close attention so I can savor the moment for years to come.
- I love the beauty of cinematography. It can make me weep it's so good.
- Writing helps me clear my head. Usually I can't write to actually form a solid thought, but it at least gets my creativity going.
- I wish I had a piano. Playing piano makes me feel like I at least have control over something. I can guide my hands to play something so beautiful.
- Life is so simple. Why can't others understand that?
- Nothing matters more than relationships. Relationships is what makes the world go 'round. I think everyone could improve their lives if they took a step back to look at how they treat their important relationships in their lives.
- I have no idea what I am politically. Yes, I am conservative. Yes, I am liberal. Yes, I do love the environment. But no, I don't want marriage between gay people. Yes, I am against abortion. But no, I don't love the right to bare arms. All in all, I just want people to love one another, banish big businesses, and to look for alternate energy sources - is that so hard?
- I totally should have been a hippie in the 60's and 70's. I would have still thrived in that era; I believe that in my heart.
- I am completely fine being alone.
- I know I put out a strong self-image.
- And I like it.
Welp. That is me. For now. :)
So I've been trying to determine who I am lately. Here's (so far) what I've figured out:
- I am 22 years old.
- I am a journalism major with a minor in intercultural studies.
- My favorite color has been, is, and always will be, jungle green. It's featured in the Crayola 64 pack.
- I love music. It always improves my mood.
- Walking makes me feel accomplished, even if it's just for 10 minutes each day.
- Reading opens up a part of my imagination I thought I had lost when I turned 18.
- I love my sister and brother. They understand everything I've gone through, even if it's not exactly the same situation.
- God is so wise. I have to remind myself of that.
- I need to remember to soak in the moments that usually pass me by. When I'm hanging out with friends, I need to pay close attention so I can savor the moment for years to come.
- I love the beauty of cinematography. It can make me weep it's so good.
- Writing helps me clear my head. Usually I can't write to actually form a solid thought, but it at least gets my creativity going.
- I wish I had a piano. Playing piano makes me feel like I at least have control over something. I can guide my hands to play something so beautiful.
- Life is so simple. Why can't others understand that?
- Nothing matters more than relationships. Relationships is what makes the world go 'round. I think everyone could improve their lives if they took a step back to look at how they treat their important relationships in their lives.
- I have no idea what I am politically. Yes, I am conservative. Yes, I am liberal. Yes, I do love the environment. But no, I don't want marriage between gay people. Yes, I am against abortion. But no, I don't love the right to bare arms. All in all, I just want people to love one another, banish big businesses, and to look for alternate energy sources - is that so hard?
- I totally should have been a hippie in the 60's and 70's. I would have still thrived in that era; I believe that in my heart.
- I am completely fine being alone.
- I know I put out a strong self-image.
- And I like it.
Welp. That is me. For now. :)
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Dear Abby, Where Have You Been?
It's been a while since I've written. I've been through ups and downs lately, and I have attempted to write a message or two on here, only to delete it halfway through. I haven't been able to eloquently say what I have wanted to.
Recently, I have learned a lot about myself. I went through a roller-coaster relationship, ended in heartache, and found myself in a position in which I did not understand who I was or what I even enjoy. Finding what I was interested in has been a somewhat scary discovery, to a point. To have to question what I find enjoyable when I am a 22-year-old seems like the biggest cliche in the book, but it is nerve-wracking to think that I don't even know myself anymore.
When I was with my boyfriend, I was forced to debate with myself about moral issues and what I wanted in my future (immediate and long-term). It was fun to wrestle with myself to really dig deep into what I believe what I believe, but at the end of the day, I don't like feeling like I am on shaky moral ground. If I need anything, it is a strong foundation for what I believe in.
So as I was saying, since breaking up with the boyfriend, and ultimately arguing over more things since the break-up, I started a new life program for myself where I walk at least once a day, for at least 15 minutes. Sometimes I listen to music, sometimes I listen to podcasts, sometimes I walk and talk with friends. Since beginning this regimen, this is what I have discovered:
-I have discovered that I like to de-stress by walking or running if I get frustrated by someone.
-I have also discovered that getting a walk "out of the way" earlier in the day makes me feel like I have accomplished a ton.
-I now recognize the importance of leaving my cell phone for hours on end. It feels freeing, especially with our generation being so tied down to technology (...as I write a blog on the Internet...).
-I appreciate the fresh air, and I appreciate spending time alone. It is that time where no one else is allowed in my thought process.
-I can think about my life and how I feel I am as a person. I can reflect over my actions and my close relationships in a way I really couldn't before.
It would be sad to say that I am thankful for the break-up, because it was hands-down the hardest relationship I've ever had to given up, but knowing what I know now, I see myself in a completely different light. I know what strengths and weaknesses I have to a deeper degree than ever before.
Tomorrow (heck, maybe even later tonight), I will write out who I am. In this crazy world we live in, it is important to take a step back and think "Who am I and what do I truly care about? What makes me itch inside, and what makes me extremely happy?". It is still an ongoing journey, but what I have discovered so far has made me thrilled. Learning about myself on such a deep level is something I appreciate more than I thought I could.
Recently, I have learned a lot about myself. I went through a roller-coaster relationship, ended in heartache, and found myself in a position in which I did not understand who I was or what I even enjoy. Finding what I was interested in has been a somewhat scary discovery, to a point. To have to question what I find enjoyable when I am a 22-year-old seems like the biggest cliche in the book, but it is nerve-wracking to think that I don't even know myself anymore.
When I was with my boyfriend, I was forced to debate with myself about moral issues and what I wanted in my future (immediate and long-term). It was fun to wrestle with myself to really dig deep into what I believe what I believe, but at the end of the day, I don't like feeling like I am on shaky moral ground. If I need anything, it is a strong foundation for what I believe in.
So as I was saying, since breaking up with the boyfriend, and ultimately arguing over more things since the break-up, I started a new life program for myself where I walk at least once a day, for at least 15 minutes. Sometimes I listen to music, sometimes I listen to podcasts, sometimes I walk and talk with friends. Since beginning this regimen, this is what I have discovered:
-I have discovered that I like to de-stress by walking or running if I get frustrated by someone.
-I have also discovered that getting a walk "out of the way" earlier in the day makes me feel like I have accomplished a ton.
-I now recognize the importance of leaving my cell phone for hours on end. It feels freeing, especially with our generation being so tied down to technology (...as I write a blog on the Internet...).
-I appreciate the fresh air, and I appreciate spending time alone. It is that time where no one else is allowed in my thought process.
-I can think about my life and how I feel I am as a person. I can reflect over my actions and my close relationships in a way I really couldn't before.
It would be sad to say that I am thankful for the break-up, because it was hands-down the hardest relationship I've ever had to given up, but knowing what I know now, I see myself in a completely different light. I know what strengths and weaknesses I have to a deeper degree than ever before.
Tomorrow (heck, maybe even later tonight), I will write out who I am. In this crazy world we live in, it is important to take a step back and think "Who am I and what do I truly care about? What makes me itch inside, and what makes me extremely happy?". It is still an ongoing journey, but what I have discovered so far has made me thrilled. Learning about myself on such a deep level is something I appreciate more than I thought I could.
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