This past November, I committed to not wearing makeup for the entire month. I am not one to wear much makeup and I have no problem leaving the house with a “blank slate." However, this month was somewhat challenging for me. Going to class or the gym was an easy task but going to an … Continue reading No-makeup November
It’s the most Wonderful time of the Year
The holidays are upon us. While many people are thinking of the comforts of being surrounded by family and enjoying festive foods and drinks, there is a population of people who at this very moment are stressed beyond their imagination. Yes, I am talking about the college student and joys of the end of a … Continue reading It’s the most Wonderful time of the Year
Life is a Marathon (not a sprint)
I know you have all been anxiously waiting to hear about my marathon experience. My sport psychology side wants to tell you all about the mental barriers I hurdled on race-day, my motivational side wants to tell you about how fulfilling it was to finish, and my humorous side wants to tell you about all … Continue reading Life is a Marathon (not a sprint)
Life Hacks from AASP
Two weeks ago, I attended the Association for Applied Sport Psychology’s (AASP) 33rd annual conference in Toronto. For those of you unfamiliar with the field of Sport Psychology, in short, we are strength coaches for your brain. Sport Psychologists provide mental skills training and interventions for athletes and nonathletes struggling with psychological components of performance. … Continue reading Life Hacks from AASP
26 point 2 Thoughts of an Aspiring Marathoner
In the past ninety days I have ran over 300 miles and learned more about myself than I ever imagined. In 26 days, I will be completing my first ever full marathon. It sounds like a long way to run, because it is. Training has shown me the good, the bad, and the ugly of … Continue reading 26 point 2 Thoughts of an Aspiring Marathoner
Uphill Mentality
Barely moving and struggling beyond measure, you feel like you are running up a hill. You have never felt more alone and defeated. You wipe the sweat off and tell yourself, “Just a little more, I am almost there.” No matter what you tell yourself, the top of the hill seems just out of reach. … Continue reading Uphill Mentality
Grateful for Gratitude
I was not a morning person. I liked the idea of being the individual who would spring out of bed, go for a run, make coffee, and get homework done before 8:00 am. Unfortunately, I was not blessed with the same morning spirit as my mother. Starting almost three years ago, I decided I wanted … Continue reading Grateful for Gratitude
