If you’re not working towards something, then what else is there?
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There was a lot of excitement entering the new year because it was not just the end of a year but the end of a decade. And shortly into the new year, the political climate hit the fan, a shit show left and right. We have the 2020 presidential election race on its way. It’s safe to say, this year will be nothing short of a wild ride.
My younger sister is getting married. I’m going into my second year in Portland, and the plans for exploring are an
ever-expanding list.
Giving in to the cliche of new year resolution, I think this time of year gives us a good reason to reflect and reset. Time to acknowledge the time passed and all that we have endured; accomplishments and failures. Use the beginning of this decade to manifest your focuses and goals for the year or maybe the next five.
For myself, continuing to live a healthy lifestyle is where change happened instantly entering the new year. I chose to commit myself to a vegetarian diet, with some fish. Personal preferences made this decision really easy, it was just a matter of deciding when and what better time to start than now! Mental health also will continue to be a priority. Making sure that I am taking the right steps and doing the work where it’s needed.
And leads me to Confidence. This is an area where I know I struggle with at times, just with the way I think about myself. In the workplace, it’s being able to voice how I feel without the fear of intimidation.
I have been open about my career journey and the struggle of job hunting. It was before the end of the year that I finally got a job in Portland that was not in the service industry. It’s not in public relations or with a big corporate company but it’s in a relative field and well known within the city of Portland in the event industry.
My home life and relationship are so important to me. In the past year, I have put my relationship second to my needs in the adjustment period of moving. While I do regret the way I handled some things, it’s been a learning lesson. I am so thankful for where we stand today. And proud of what we have been able to overcome and accomplish together but there is work that could be done.
In 2010, I was still in high school, I was in my teens for most of the decade. There was a lot of painful learnings and experiences that can’t be undone. I came out stronger, learned more about myself, learned the value of friendships and how much work a relationship is, beyond a romantic one. I discovered new places, met some of the most incredible life-changing people along the way. I realized that there’s still so much I want to do and parts of my life I want to continue to nurture.
A decade symbolizing a clearer image for the world we live in. A world where people aren’t afraid to stand up and speak up for what is right and fight for what they believe in. I just hope that my vision and passion for the environment and for those I love, continue to connect me to the right people and places along the way.
Jane Theory 
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