Sometimes I catastrophize. Yes, I'm being a good little counselor and using psychological terms, but seriously I do. I'm not guilty of it all the time, but there are times when my expectations are too high and I get disappointed or something goes wrong that I was really counting on, and I turn it into a much bigger deal than it actually is. Tonight it was bad news. I don't know what's going to happen. Things could turn out being fine and there won't be anything to worry about. However, there is also the possibility that things won't be fine, and of course that's the possibility I've been focusing on this evening. A highly emotional episode of Grey's Anatomy didn't help, and the fact that I'm low on sleep probably makes it even worse.
I guess it's probably a good thing that I can recognize this trait in myself since it's my job to recognize it in other people and help them see it in themselves. Since I am aware of it I guess that means I can target it and nip it in the bud. We shall see how that works, but for now I am off to sleep!
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Sunday, September 26, 2010
I need a weekend to recover from my weekend. Seriously. I like to sleep in on weekends, catch up on sleep, relax. Of course I like to have fun and enjoy myself as well, but after the week I had it would've been nice to kick back and just enjoy some down-time. Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed my weekend. It was great getting to see an old friend and spend time with my sister while she was in town for the weekend. Shopping is always a plus, as well. Shopping with my sister and my second big sister...even better! I will say, I am pretty satisfied with my purchases!
That gets me to my next topic. Clothes. I really like them, and purchasing new ones to prepare myself for the changing weather makes me look forward to the cold that is coming just a little bit more. However, my closet is only so big. I mean, it's a decent size, but kind of annoying to get all the way in the back. I have decided once and for all, that my closet needs some upgrades. I don't mean with clothes, I think I have done enough of that lately, but some organization would definitely be great. It's to the point that I think I need to take everything out, sort through it, and put each item back in a logical place. This LOGICAL place may very well be a bag to be sent to Goodwill. I have come to the realization that as much as I think I might wear that shirt that I bought in 2002 again, I most likely won't since I haven't worn it since about 2003. Making the choice of what stays and what goes will prove to be a difficult feat for a person as indecisive as myself, but I am confident that with hard work, dedication, and possibly a good friend to put their foot down, I can overcome this terrible dilemma. My biggest issue right now is going to be finding time to start this daunting task, as it will most likely take the majority of an entire day. Anyone care to come help? =)
That gets me to my next topic. Clothes. I really like them, and purchasing new ones to prepare myself for the changing weather makes me look forward to the cold that is coming just a little bit more. However, my closet is only so big. I mean, it's a decent size, but kind of annoying to get all the way in the back. I have decided once and for all, that my closet needs some upgrades. I don't mean with clothes, I think I have done enough of that lately, but some organization would definitely be great. It's to the point that I think I need to take everything out, sort through it, and put each item back in a logical place. This LOGICAL place may very well be a bag to be sent to Goodwill. I have come to the realization that as much as I think I might wear that shirt that I bought in 2002 again, I most likely won't since I haven't worn it since about 2003. Making the choice of what stays and what goes will prove to be a difficult feat for a person as indecisive as myself, but I am confident that with hard work, dedication, and possibly a good friend to put their foot down, I can overcome this terrible dilemma. My biggest issue right now is going to be finding time to start this daunting task, as it will most likely take the majority of an entire day. Anyone care to come help? =)
Monday, September 20, 2010
Shape it Up!
Chris and I had date night on Saturday. We started talking about Halloween costumes and our (slash MY) interest in doing a couples costume. Anyway, we're having this conversation and I say, "So I had an idea of a costume we could do that I think would be so much fun!" to which Chris replies, "I was thinking Aladdin and Jasmine." Can I just say that that's EXACTLY what my idea was? We may or may not be the same person...kind of scary. ANYWAY, that leads me to my next topic. Because I will be dressing up as Jasmine who wears a midriff-baring top I have decided I should probably get my abs into shape. Let's just say that date night dinner at Sushi Rock and dessert at Cheesecake Factory did NOT help (do you know how many calories are in that cheesecake?!)!
So tonight I decided to break out my new yoga mat I bought a few weeks ago, not to do yoga, but to do crunches, etc. on the hardwood floors in my apartment. I started with P-90 abs (my DVD is missing...who stole it?!) then moved on to arms and some thighs. I get Cosmo every month and always look at the exercises they have in the Fitness section but I never actually try them. Well that all changed tonight. This month's section was "Erase Arm Flab--Fast." I tried all four of the exercises shown on the page and three out of the four actually worked really well! Tracy Anderson, the trainer who writes the page, suggested using water bottles for the exercises. Because I do not have any plastic water bottles (hello, going green!), I used two cans of soup instead. Still quite the workout! I also looked last month's article, "Thigh-Slimming Secrets," but was disappointed. I could only "feel the burn" in one of the four exercises. Maybe I was doing them wrong. Oh well, can't complain! So anyway, I'm pretty excited about my newly discovered resource for all things fitness. Okay, maybe not all things, but for everything else I could probably go to my personal trainer boyfriend. I'm happy to say that I have probably a year's worth of Cosmo saved so I will be referring to those for some new exercise inspiration. I'm pumped! Hooray for getting into shape and for being able to do so at home!
So tonight I decided to break out my new yoga mat I bought a few weeks ago, not to do yoga, but to do crunches, etc. on the hardwood floors in my apartment. I started with P-90 abs (my DVD is missing...who stole it?!) then moved on to arms and some thighs. I get Cosmo every month and always look at the exercises they have in the Fitness section but I never actually try them. Well that all changed tonight. This month's section was "Erase Arm Flab--Fast." I tried all four of the exercises shown on the page and three out of the four actually worked really well! Tracy Anderson, the trainer who writes the page, suggested using water bottles for the exercises. Because I do not have any plastic water bottles (hello, going green!), I used two cans of soup instead. Still quite the workout! I also looked last month's article, "Thigh-Slimming Secrets," but was disappointed. I could only "feel the burn" in one of the four exercises. Maybe I was doing them wrong. Oh well, can't complain! So anyway, I'm pretty excited about my newly discovered resource for all things fitness. Okay, maybe not all things, but for everything else I could probably go to my personal trainer boyfriend. I'm happy to say that I have probably a year's worth of Cosmo saved so I will be referring to those for some new exercise inspiration. I'm pumped! Hooray for getting into shape and for being able to do so at home!
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Update and Thoughts on Life
So I've been told I need to update my blog, and I guess there is a lot to update all of my thousands of readers on (riiiiight), so I might as well do it now.
Since the last time I've posted, I've been crazy with school and work and trying to get things done for both. This has left me slightly stressed out, but not too bad yet (knock on wood!). Last Friday I was able to have a carefree day of fun with my good friend, Mrs. Elizabeth Cereshko (I love saying your new last name!). We had lunch, did some damage at the mall, and ended our day with a chick-flick. Needless to say, it was a great time filled with lots of laughs, as usual. It feels so great to have such wonderful friends! I am truly blessed!
This past week, things got a little more intense at my internship/work. Computer problems were finally fixed so I was able to actually complete some tasks for my GA position so now I don't feel like things are piling up on me. On top of that, I actually started working with my own clients! I have to admit, I was super nervous for my first session, and I will probably continue to be nervous for a little while. However, I am feeling much better now that I have two sessions under my belt. I was working with a client today who has been having a rough time lately, and it felt so great just to be there for someone and help them through a difficult period in their life. It is such a wonderful feeling! I can't wait to have many more days like this! It is so exciting to finally be applying everything I have learned and worked for over the years. I thank God for showing me that this is my calling in life and I am now so confident that this is His will for me!
Sometimes I wonder how I got so lucky. Things have been so great for me lately, and at times I feel as though I'm waiting for the other shoe to drop. It almost feels like something bad has to happen at some point. Isn't that how it always works? I think right now I am just discovering that I am truly happy with all aspects of my life. Sure, it would be nice to have a little more time to myself or to sleep or to relax, but at the end of the day, I am doing what I love and I am surrounded by wonderful people that I love and provide with amazing love and support in return. I'm not going to wait around dreading the day that something bad happens because, let's face it, something will happen, but I know I can handle it. Things won't always be perfect, there will be rainy days, but I am realizing more and more that at the end of the day, I have all the happiness in the world and that's all I need to get through the tough times.
Since the last time I've posted, I've been crazy with school and work and trying to get things done for both. This has left me slightly stressed out, but not too bad yet (knock on wood!). Last Friday I was able to have a carefree day of fun with my good friend, Mrs. Elizabeth Cereshko (I love saying your new last name!). We had lunch, did some damage at the mall, and ended our day with a chick-flick. Needless to say, it was a great time filled with lots of laughs, as usual. It feels so great to have such wonderful friends! I am truly blessed!
This past week, things got a little more intense at my internship/work. Computer problems were finally fixed so I was able to actually complete some tasks for my GA position so now I don't feel like things are piling up on me. On top of that, I actually started working with my own clients! I have to admit, I was super nervous for my first session, and I will probably continue to be nervous for a little while. However, I am feeling much better now that I have two sessions under my belt. I was working with a client today who has been having a rough time lately, and it felt so great just to be there for someone and help them through a difficult period in their life. It is such a wonderful feeling! I can't wait to have many more days like this! It is so exciting to finally be applying everything I have learned and worked for over the years. I thank God for showing me that this is my calling in life and I am now so confident that this is His will for me!
Sometimes I wonder how I got so lucky. Things have been so great for me lately, and at times I feel as though I'm waiting for the other shoe to drop. It almost feels like something bad has to happen at some point. Isn't that how it always works? I think right now I am just discovering that I am truly happy with all aspects of my life. Sure, it would be nice to have a little more time to myself or to sleep or to relax, but at the end of the day, I am doing what I love and I am surrounded by wonderful people that I love and provide with amazing love and support in return. I'm not going to wait around dreading the day that something bad happens because, let's face it, something will happen, but I know I can handle it. Things won't always be perfect, there will be rainy days, but I am realizing more and more that at the end of the day, I have all the happiness in the world and that's all I need to get through the tough times.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Weekends?
So I have come to the conclusion that weekends should be five days long and the work week should be two. I mean, seriously. Everyone knows that everything fun happens on the weekend. You have more time to relax, have fun with friends, and spend time with the ones you love. Weekdays are always so hectic and I don't think I know anyone who TRULY enjoys going to work EVERY single day of the week and wishes they could work on the weekends. However, I know many people who wish it was the weekend when they are getting up to go to work. I propose a change in the way our country works and switch things up a bit. Five day weekends and two day work weeks. Any one with me?
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Amazing
It is absolutely amazing how great my life has been lately! Now, I don't want to jinx anything because I know that things can always change, but I must say that I have been so happy lately! I honestly was not looking forward to the end of summer and the start of the new semester because I know that between now and May, things are going to get pretty crazy. Thankfully, this time next year I will have my Master's Degree and all of my hard work will have paid off. I've only made it through the first week of work and classes for the semester, but I am definitely really excited for my classes. I can actually apply my coursework to what I am going to be doing for the rest of my life, and because I am doing my Practicum and Internship this year, I will actually be putting those skills to use in the next couple of weeks! I have to be honest and say that I am a bit nervous about the idea of doing one-on-one counseling, but I know that my schooling has prepared me for this and that I have awesome supervisors who will be working with me throughout this process. So, in short, as hard as this year might be I am really looking forward to it!
On another note, only being half an hour away from Chris (as opposed to an hour like we used to be) has been wonderful. It's so nice getting to see him more often on weekends and even sometimes on weeknights depending on both of our schedules. Last night I walked out of class to find him in the parking lot waiting to go grab a late dinner and hang out with me for a little bit--just because he wanted to surprise me and he missed me. It made my night and was definitely one of the highlights of my week!
My sister is coming into town tomorrow evening for Labor Day weekend, so I am super excited to get to hang out with her for a few days. It should be a good time, and I know my little kitty is excited to see her aunt!
Overall, I'm excited for life right now and what God has in store for the next few months. I am being optimistic and plan on making the most of whatever opportunities I have!
On another note, only being half an hour away from Chris (as opposed to an hour like we used to be) has been wonderful. It's so nice getting to see him more often on weekends and even sometimes on weeknights depending on both of our schedules. Last night I walked out of class to find him in the parking lot waiting to go grab a late dinner and hang out with me for a little bit--just because he wanted to surprise me and he missed me. It made my night and was definitely one of the highlights of my week!
My sister is coming into town tomorrow evening for Labor Day weekend, so I am super excited to get to hang out with her for a few days. It should be a good time, and I know my little kitty is excited to see her aunt!
Overall, I'm excited for life right now and what God has in store for the next few months. I am being optimistic and plan on making the most of whatever opportunities I have!
Dream House!
Tonight I made the mistake of watching probably a good two to three hours of HGTV, the majority of which was spent watching House Hunters (my mom will be proud). Now, if you have never seen or heard of the show before, basically a person or a couple goes looking for houses with a real estate agent on TV. Maybe it sounds lame, but I promise you it is addictive. The last episode I watched was a couple looking for a home outside of Dallas in the $500-700k range. I absolutely fell in LOVE with the first house they saw which was a 4700 square foot house for $550k. The house was complete with a HUGE walk-in closet (and when I say HUGE I mean bigger than Carrie Bradshaw's in the Sex and the City movie), a huge shower with two shower heads, a media room, and a gorgeous library. The property did not have a pool as they had hoped, but the acre of land left plenty of space for a pool and an area for their kids to run around. Thankfully, the couple had brains and this is the house that they chose. Naturally, this incredible house got me thinking about must-haves for my future dream home. Here are a few:
1. His and Hers Sinks (in a bathroom connected to the Master Bedroom, of course):
Let's face it, when I am just waking up in the morning and getting ready to start my day, the last thing I want to do is have to fight for space to brush my teeth, wash my face, etc. I'd like my own space to do my makeup (although a separate counter would work, as well) without having to move every two seconds to allow someone else access to my sink. Also, I've seen guys' sinks before and quite frankly do not want to be anywhere near those messes!
I am loving the counter space here!
1. His and Hers Sinks (in a bathroom connected to the Master Bedroom, of course):
Let's face it, when I am just waking up in the morning and getting ready to start my day, the last thing I want to do is have to fight for space to brush my teeth, wash my face, etc. I'd like my own space to do my makeup (although a separate counter would work, as well) without having to move every two seconds to allow someone else access to my sink. Also, I've seen guys' sinks before and quite frankly do not want to be anywhere near those messes!
I am loving the counter space here!
2. Big Walk-In Closet:
I will be completely honest here--I have a lot of clothes, and sometimes I get lazy. What I mean by this is that sometimes at night when I'm getting changed for bed or getting ready for work in the morning, I don't always feel like putting my clothes in the right spot at that moment. This leaves my room cluttered, at times, but gives me a good use for my futon. However, a walk-in closet with lots of space gives you more options for organization, but is also easy to cover up when it gets a bit cluttered. And what woman doesn't dream of having a huge closet?
Lots of room and storage space, as well!
I will be completely honest here--I have a lot of clothes, and sometimes I get lazy. What I mean by this is that sometimes at night when I'm getting changed for bed or getting ready for work in the morning, I don't always feel like putting my clothes in the right spot at that moment. This leaves my room cluttered, at times, but gives me a good use for my futon. However, a walk-in closet with lots of space gives you more options for organization, but is also easy to cover up when it gets a bit cluttered. And what woman doesn't dream of having a huge closet?
Lots of room and storage space, as well!
3. A Platform Bed:
This really doesn't have anything to do with the house itself because you can put a platform bed in any house, but there is just something about these beds that I love! I think they are so unique and fun. Maybe it's just the fact that I've never had larger than a twin bed so I think that a queen- or king-sized platform would be wonderful, who knows! There is probably nothing even that great about them if you ask anyone else. The one bad thing I have heard is that they are not good for people with back problems. In other words, I would hate my back even more with one of these things. Hmm...maybe I can just find a really good one with a great mattress?
I don't know what it is--does anyone else agree with me?
4. Pillars:
This really doesn't have anything to do with the house itself because you can put a platform bed in any house, but there is just something about these beds that I love! I think they are so unique and fun. Maybe it's just the fact that I've never had larger than a twin bed so I think that a queen- or king-sized platform would be wonderful, who knows! There is probably nothing even that great about them if you ask anyone else. The one bad thing I have heard is that they are not good for people with back problems. In other words, I would hate my back even more with one of these things. Hmm...maybe I can just find a really good one with a great mattress?
I don't know what it is--does anyone else agree with me?
4. Pillars:
Random, I know, but I love the way pillars look at the front of a house. When I was little I always wanted to live in a big house with pillars. Well the pillars never happened and I have been admiring them ever since. Someday, I'm going to have them.
Maybe a little much, but you get the idea
Maybe a little much, but you get the idea
There are a lot of other qualities I would love to have in a house, but these are a few that the shows tonight made me think of. I'm sure I will come up with more, and I'll be sure to let you know when I do!
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