#367. paint by numbers, pushing through & punishment v. privilege

Age: 29

Relationship Status: Engaged

Occupation: Advertising

Income: 100k

Astrological Sign: Aries sun, Leo rising, Capricorn moon

If you had an extra hour each day, what would you do with it?

Give myself a fresh blowout every day. Styling my hair is time-consuming, and I dread it.

What is the best piece of advice you have ever received?

Take tons of pictures! As you get older, it’s the only way to revisit memories you would have otherwise forgotten.

What is the worst piece of advice you have ever received?

To never change. Change is inevitable as we get older, and to me, change = growth.

When have you felt most accepted?

In my late twenties. I’ve accepted who I am, and I’m happy with myself, and I think that reflects on the people around me.

When have you felt most supported?

When I started dating my now fiancé. I have never felt so understood and have never been so emotionally vulnerable in my entire life.

Is there anything you are avoiding?

Going to therapy…Simply because I don’t want to pay for it. And it’s scary.

Have you ever confronted a fear? How did it go?

Yes, well, at least I’m trying to. Leaving my job now is a big fear of mine because I’m so comfortable. While I haven’t found something new yet, it feels scary to be in the search process, but I know it’s the right move for me.

What is one promise that you have kept to yourself?

To never treat exercise as a punishment but as a privilege I should be grateful I get to do.

What is one promise that you have kept to someone else?

To be loyal to my fiancé.

How do you cope with stress?

My new thing is painting- specifically, paint by numbers. It’s relaxing and keeps me off my phone.

What is a moment you are most proud of?

Graduating from college. I remember feeling so lost at the time and having no idea what I wanted out of life. I thought about dropping out frequently, but I’m so glad I pushed through.

How do you celebrate yourself?

By getting a facial or a massage.

What is something that you feel like you have to earn?

Success. I think it takes time and sacrifice to have success in anything.

What is something you feel like you are inherently worthy of?

Love. I think everybody is.

When was the last time you changed your mind?

5 minutes ago. I’m so indecisive, especially when it comes to food.

Is there anything you wish you could take back?

I wish I had spent more time with my mom before she passed. I didn’t realize then how precious those last few months were.

What does being true to yourself mean?

Saying, wearing, and doing whatever you want and not caring what anyone has to say about it.

When do you feel in control?

When I’m consistent in my daily routine, exercising and eating healthy.

When do you feel out of control?

When I can’t fall asleep. Being tired and unable to sleep is the worst.

Finish this sentence: It’s my life and…

We choose how we live it.

BONUS: Tell me something good.

The sun is SHINING for the first time in weeks!!!!!