“If you don’t incorporate discipline then you become a slave to your impulses.”
-Unknown
When I thought about starting this blog, I allowed myself the grace to write at my own pace. This hustle
In New York City where temperatures range from -30 degrees in the winter to 98 degrees in the summer, a margarita on a hot summer day can mentally transport you to Cancun.
When I thought about all of the things I enjoy, I reflected on my habits, routines, and the things that absolutely need to happen for my inner peace. Intentionally over the past 2 years, I realized how many quality rituals I’ve incorporated into my life that just make me feel at ease.
In a city where I teach full time and pursue Speech-Language Pathology, if I don’t intentionally choose myself throughout my hectic week my body will choose it for me!
Writing this blog is one way that I am trying to choose myself. Writing my thoughts down and coming to self-discoveries professionally and personally has been so therapeutic for me and I know I’m not alone in this vortex of sleep, work, school repeat.
By sharing my thoughts and realizations through my journey, I believe that I can share some insight and maybe a new perspective with those who care to read.
All of the research I’ve seen about “how to successfully” make a blog hammers this idea of finding a “niche” and because of this my imposter syndrome set in HEAVY.
I am more than just a student. I am more than just a teacher. I am more than just a gym enthusiast and I shouldn’t have to limit myself to appease a certain audience.
This blog is about me.
My name is Melissa and I live in New York City. I enjoy going to the gym, teaching kindergarten and pursuing my dream of working as a Speech-Language Pathologist. I have thoughts and opinions on a variety of topics like music, food, pop culture, podcasts and so much more.
This is me unabashedly putting myself in this self-proclaimed safe space. My little corner of the internet. Take your time, be gentle and enjoy.