//05.09.2018// "Take A Breath"

May 9

[OTS // SCHOOL]

"Take a step out of your mountain of worries and take a deep breath. Don't create these walls you claim to be trapped behind, and see that there is much more than what is right in front of you."

"Remember, young one. This too, shall come to pass."

These past few days have been a little hectic, as I dive into the depths of my library of notes and my worn down study guides with a coffee dutifully at the ready. As I studied in the Union here at Sac State, I looked up at the window and noticed the inviting blue sky and the soft clouds slowly drifting through with the warm breeze, and I thought to myself, "It's a shame it's dead week, I really want to go out there." But then after a few idle moments, I felt that it was an even greater shame not to actually go out there and do it. So I decided to pack up my things, and take that walk out and meet that summer vibe that's been slowly peeking through the cracks of spring.

I made my way over to the Guy West Bridge and looked out into the American River, and with a deep breath, I came to realize that there's no need to get into such a rut over content that I've been dutifully committing to mind. "Confidence. You got this. Everything, everything is going to be alright." Warm winds gently greeted me as I looked up and noticed the wonderful sunset sending it's last regard for the day. And then this wonderful moment happened that made this little adventure all worth it.

To everyone out there grinding through finals, making their way to graduation podiums, or even working to upgrade that Top Ramen on their table to something better, I wish you all the best of luck and skill. Take that moment and step outside of the monotony of your work, and just remember: "You got this, and all this hard work is going to pay off." Much love.