Let’s Do This

Before Spring Term starts, here are a few ideas to think about:

I’ve just had an interesting epiphany: I now have virtually zero problems to deal with.

My life was consumed with others’ problems. I was constantly consoling, trying to find a solution, or being a shoulder/crutch. I now have the opportunity to be my own man, and to look out for what’s in my best interest. I honestly don’t remember the last time I had this sense of freedom. I don’t know if I would ever want or need to go back to the way things were, not unless they were completely different (a conversation to be had at a later time).

Maybe I should stop being such a nice guy. Maybe I should be selfish (for once - but honestly, I’m so unselfish that it tends to hurt my well being at times) and use it to fuel my future career goals. I’m tired of being walked on. I’m making a personal goal to say “Fuck you” or “Shut up” if the situation merits such a response.

I’m going to use this tumblr as a vehicle to fill a void and consume myself in what I want to become.

Notes to self:

- Classical music is awesome. I honestly need to adjust my ratio of Classical:Hip-hop.

- Read more.

- Exercise every day (alternating schedule).

- Work harder. You’ve been slacking lately (as seen via last term).

- Finish your IE3 application. This includes the scholarship application, along with other applications due soon.

- Think about how fortunate you are. Look at all the gifts you have: intelligence, drive, passion, attractive, athletic, funny.

- Your future is bright.

- Capetown is going to be an amazing city, and is going to be an amazing experience.

- Think about medical school, and how committed you are to your profession and the ideals of that profession.

- Be focused. Be attentive. Be strong. Be driven. Be everything you’ve ever wanted to be.

- Take a mental vacation. Think about all the people you can help, the lives you may save, the relationships created.

This seems a bit egotistical and grandstanding. But I’ve never shown an ounce of these sorts of characteristics. So I’ll post this because I want to. Dammit.