Positivity is a huge part of working to live a flourishing life. In order to do so, it is important to recognize the things that make you happy. Here are some things that make me feel happy that have led me towards loving life.
- THE BEACH: I love surfing, being in the sun, and enjoying company in the outdoors. To me, the beach is where I see God most, whether that is in the dolphins playing in the waves or the pink sunset over the horizon while on a surf board surrounded by my best friends. I love the warmth of the sand when walking towards the water.
- SWIMMING: Swimming is my happy place because I can let go of any thought that is bothering me on a given day, while at the same time thinking through all of my daily problems. My best thinking and non thinking happens simultaneously while swimming. I love the feeling of going fast, racing, and bettering myself in the water.
- FAMILY: I love my family more than anything in the world. My mom will support me no matter what, is the funniest woman I know, and is so alike me in every way possible. My dad always has my back, can always be counted on to tell the truth, and we would do anything for each other. My brother is the kindest person I know, completely selfless, and got all the patience genes. My dog is adorable, sweet, and always loving.
- HEARTS: I have always had a thing for hearts, particularly the design of a heart with a smiley face, as growing up this has in a way been like a symbol of me. I got my love for hearts from my mom, who always signs her name with a heart with wings which is her symbol. Hearts remind me of love and kindness which are the most important parts of a personality to me.
- ACAI BOWLS: My favorite food along with being a symbol of my love for living a healthy lifestyle. In order to live a flourishing life it is important to take care of your body along with your mind, therefore meaning nourishing it from the inside out. Acai bowls, along with other healthy recipes, are my favorite foods because they taste good while making you feel good and perform well.
- LOS ANGELES: I am extremely proud of where I grew up, as LA will always have a piece of my heart. In order to live a flourishing life it is important to recognize who you are and what made you this way, and I am completely aware that growing up in a county as incredible as Los Angeles has made me more confident, friendly, and loving than if I had grown up anywhere else. After my years studying at Georgetown I look forward to moving back to Southern California, as the sunny blue skies and very friendly positive people make me a much happier person.
