Thoughts on yolo

I dislike the "you only live once" mentality. It encourages a lot of amazing things and really stupid ones too. We can do better.

Today I spent time with the man I love, cooked for a big party with lots of experimenting and had tea and lots of great conversations afterwards. I did what I loved all day. Ignoring going to the post office, but I loved the accomplished feeling I got after.

Anyways, life is short and precious. Yolo isn't about trying crazy stuff, it's about living every day to its fullest potential. Doing what you love and changing peoples' lives.

Took the photo yesterday

After closing last night at work I sat outside for 15 minutes. No distractions, nothing. I could just feel myself relax and became aware of the clutter in my head. Usually long showers, sleep or yoga help alleviate that. Last night however I just needed that time alone with nothing to do or think.

Plus more doodling. Let's face it. Every once in a while we need silence.

Gotta do, what you gotta do.

In a conversation today about how your mood can effect others this phrase came up. I naturally ignore fake it till you make it, but in terms of mood this was awesome. When I make myself smile and cheery I often get happier. Dancing around to happy music usually cheers me up to. Just as changing your walk can change your mood, so can a lot of other activities.

The same applies to negative emotions, but I don't want to fake anger till I'm actually angry at work. No thank you.

As silly as it sounds I like tricking myself into feeling better. I smiled more yesterday, it helped. I want my joy, excitement and passion to be infectious. Not my frustrations. Also helps to work some place I love.

Nothing fancy.

I need to clear my mind, but until then I need to smile more. I have so much to be thankful for and happy about. Can't get bogged down by distractions.

Also, the pen I used today was crap. Need a different one.

Go for it!

Sometimes you can't work a miracle. Dreams get postponed. That doesn't mean you give up. Keep making a difference. There is always more than one way.