Lenses

It is an important key of life to understand that there exist countless view points to any topic ever imaginable. The minds of humans are very complex and unique, it is foolish to assume something based off of one lens. When it is time to understand something or to solve a problem, you must become advanced by expanding your mind and consider multiple view points. When you are having an argument you must try to put yourself in the other persons shoes to see how they are viewing things and ask them to do the same. It is insane that many problems arise in politics, religion, and so many other areas because people have adapted to see only through their own lens. I have always tried to be as open minded as possible, but the truth is that there will always be something new to learn and to be exposed to that will always shift your lens just a bit. Entering college, I had no idea what to expect from my classes or professors, but I am so glad that I was able to experience my first semester exactly the way it was and I would not change a single professor. Each teacher allowed me to explore my thoughts and to see things differently, I have gained many new lenses from all my brilliant proffers. 

Distance

I see my brother about once a year, but sometimes it's once every other year or every two years. I miss him so much but I know he is off doing great things and exploring the world. I am happy for him, he followed his dream and joined the Navy. But sometimes the distance is too much for too long, and I cannot help but feel so alone without him, he was the closest person to me and we did everything together. He is so random and crazy, he just cracks me up all the time. I am thankful that we live in the era of technology, as we get to email each other and even video chat when he is at port. I cannot wait to see him and tell him all about college, there are so many amazing things I have learned and so many beautiful people I have met. I cannot wait for him to tell me everything he has seen and learned as well. The distance is sad, but it will not break us apart, as soon enough he will be back and we will reunite. I cannot wait for the distance to be gone.

Help and Understanding

Throughout my life I have always felt like I was on my own when facing challenging problems. I grew up with this idea that your responsibilities are your own and asking for help is looked down upon. And though I do not recommend asking people to do everything for you, I have come to value the help of others when they are willing to offer it. But receiving help from others can be difficult especially if you are the type of person who has a hard time talking about the things going on in your life. But there is no shame in opening up to people, and there is no shame in asking for help every once in a while. There are multiple steps to take and the first is listening to yourself, actually laying out your problems and consider if you are just overwhelmed and need some time to sort it all out. Or is this something that is impacting your life and pushing you back on your progress, is the problem too heavy? Now you have to become comfortable with sharing, be willing to explain things so others can fully understand your situation. Because when people understand, they act. This does not only pertain to asking for help in basic tasks, this is important when it comes to forming relationships with others. Marriages, friendships, jobs, and much more are always at stake of being destroyed because of arguments or lack of involvement. People get angry and point fingers when really they should try to understand the others situation and change their actions and feeling based on this new information.