March 2012
Not being able to afford college sucks… a lot.
“I can do all this through Him who gives me strength.”
– Philippians 4:13
A Love like the Movies
A comprehensive and progressive look at love through the lines of some of our favorite movies. Often times, things have already been said as well as they can be. These are that.
“What do you think the chances are of a guy like you and a girl like me… ending up together?”
“She’ll only break your heart; it’s a fact. And even though I warn you, even though I guarantee you that the girl will only...
“The beauty of a woman is not in the clothes she wears, the figure that she...”
– Audrey Hepburn
50 Lessons Life Taught Me
Life isn’t fair, but it’s still good.
When in doubt, just take the next small step.
Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.
Don’t take yourself so seriously. No one else does.
Pay off your credit cards every month.
You don’t have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.
Cry with someone. It’s more healing than crying alone.
It’s OK to...
damnmartin:
We out here tryna Function
30 Things to Stop Doing to Yourself
Stop spending time with the wrong people. – Life is too short to spend time with people who suck the happiness out of you. If someone wants you in their life, they’ll make room for you. You shouldn’t have to fight for a spot. Never, ever insist yourself to someone who continuously overlooks your worth. And remember, it’s not the people that stand by your side when you’re at your best, but the...
“You think fairy tales are only for girls? Here’s a hint - ask yourself who wrote...”
– - David Levithan and Rachel Cohn.
Last night I tweeted “Why are there no fairy tales with the prince being rescued?” and today I found the answer.
(via willlonghini)
Have you ever seen your Mom cry? I have on numerous occasions and it is the most heart-breaking moment to witness.
I walked into my parent’s bathroom and found my Mom crying. If you have been a faithful follower of mine on Tumblr you would know that my situation at home has drastically changed. Basically… My family is broken. Back to my story tho. I asked my Mom why she was crying...
fifty ways to untwist your thinking
vksanjuan:
empathy - when you’re upset, you need someone to listen and see the world through your eyes without trying to cheer you up, change you, help you, or give you advice. although this usually wont cure you, it’s often a necessary first step. it can be a tremendous relief to feel that someone’s listening. similarly, you can empathize when you’re trying to help a friend or family member...
Got accepted to San Francisco State University!
Listen
It’s funny… when you look at someone you used to know realizing that they are a stranger now. You used to tell them your secrets. You used to call them when you were scared. You used to cry to them when the everything was too much to handle. They used to mean something to you… You look at them and all you want to do is go back to the days when you know that they were there for...
How to be Thankful
You know what? Life is good these days. It’s sweet and beautiful, and even bountiful. It’s really amazing how things can go from being dark and grey to cheerful and bright in the matter of a single moment. It’s wonderful (you can’t see me, but I have a huge grin on my face while typing this)!
Why is my life going so good right now? Well, I would tell you, but I vaguely remember my mother saying...
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100 Tips About Life, People, and Happiness
1. True wisdom and insight is always free.
2. Give your power over to no one.
3. Going into the unknown is how you expand what is known.
4. Get a library card.
5. Spend more time around people that both challenge and respect you.
6. Remain skeptical forever.
7. Fight for what matters.
8. There is a method that works. Find it.
9. Join a movement.
10. Drink your coffee black.
11. Never let...
