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Apr 23, 2017
3 min

21 Things I Learned at 21

Well, Enthusiasts, I made it to 22. And it’s been quite the year. If you’ve been following me on this journey, you will know that every year I make a list of all the lessons I’ve learned. If you haven’t been following, here is 17, 18, 19, and 20. And what you’re reading here is 21. The ripe age of 21 tested me in ways I never knew. I graduated college. I got my first adult job. I dealt with heartbreak for the first time. I bought a car. I learned a lesson about friendship. I

Mar 27, 2017
4 min

11 Tiny Changes That Improved My Life

I am all about life improvement. I truly believe that each person can become better, whether it be in their personal relationships, their diet, or their productivity (or anything else). That’s why I spend a lot of time changing up my routine to better myself. This week I thought I would share the 11 {very tiny} changes I made to my life so far in 2017 that have really improved my life for the better. They have made me healthier, more alert, and overall a better person. I hope

Feb 19, 2017
4 min

10 Habits to Adopt for a More Fulfilling Life

At the end of the day, we all want a more fulfilling life. Isn’t that why we make so many New Year’s resolutions? It’s about gaining a better life than we already have, and often we want that with the least amount of effort possible. I want to live a life that every day I can wake up and feel great. Fulfillment for me means that my health, wealth, relationships, and charity are covered. Health = How I feel physically, my mental stability, and general wellness Wealth = My fina

Oct 2, 2016
2 min

My 30 Before 30

I am 21.5 years old. In the 8.5 years I have until I reach 30, that third decade of life that seems so influential, I want to do things that not only build my character, but set me up for a future that is everything I want it to be. My ’30 Before 30′ list includes things I hope that happen in this timeline and things that I know I can control happening in the next 8.5 years. As someone with a passion for travel, socializing, and promoting kindness, here are 30 things I hope t

Jun 14, 2016
3 min

The Graduate (UO 2016 Edition)

I have never felt quite as famous as I did walking into my college graduation ceremony. That’s right, this blogger has a degree! So smart that I learned to quote Shakespeare. But it’s true, no matter your size you can always be tough! Last Sunday I graduated from the University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communications with a degree in Journalism – News Editorial. After three long years (yes, I only did three years of college, whoo!) of working my bum off and late nig

May 29, 2016
3 min

What I Learned From My College Experience

In two weeks I will be walking across that stage and moving my tassel to the other side. That’s right, I’m graduating. It’s been an insane three years of college. From making new friends to exploring new interests to taking classes I never would have imagined taking, I truly have enjoyed my college experience. Of course, I am taking a summer class or two, but what better time to reflect than now? Below I have compiled the best lessons I learned in the last three years, and I

May 3, 2016
3 min

What Watching 'The Mindy Project' Taught Me About Love, Life, and Being Yourself

Mindy Kaling is my spirit animal. I decided that when I read her books and this past weekend I am more convinced than ever. “The Mindy Project” is Mindy Kaling’s television show, which is now in its fourth season. The show follows Mindy Lahiri, a gynecologist, as she pursues her career and personal life with a flair for food and pop culture references. Every episode is full of complete nonsense, but maintains a story line that has made me cry a few times. It’s truly a great r

Mar 6, 2016
4 min

The 7 Best Pieces of Advice I've Ever Received

Whenever I read interviews with influential people they are always asked what the best piece of advice they’ve ever received was. It normally has to do with relationships or money or something else that could have come from anyone. But isn’t that almost all advice? I was sitting in my chair staring out the window Saturday night, exhausted from working on finals, and thinking about the future. In only a few months I’ll be out on my own. Lately my thoughts have revolved around

Jan 12, 2016
3 min

Movies Every Girl Should Live By

As a female in today’s society, I have learned a lot about what it means it be a strong, independent, fearless, compassionate woman from movies. It’s as Audrey Hepburn said. “Everything I learned, I learned from movies.” And it’s true. So much of what goes into making us is what we see on the silver screen. That’s why it’s important that as people we are seeing the movies that teach us to be role models to ourselves and others. Today I’ve compiled a list of movies that featur

Dec 29, 2015
3 min

An Enthusiastic Year in Review

We made it through 2015! 2015 has been an insane year! So much has happened and I’m literally bursting with so much joy and pain this year has caused. It’s really been a wild time and it’s time to review it all! There are 3 parts to this review. 1) Goals accomplished in 2015 2) Numbers of 2015 and 3) 2015 Enthusiast stats. These will hopefully make a full review of what has been a truly rounded year. Part 1: Goals Accomplished in 2015 Every year I make myself a little set of

Sep 30, 2015
2 min

How to Balance Everything But Your Checkbook

It’s that time of year again. From school to work to social life to running all my little projects, I’m swamped with just about everything. And when that happens, life looks pretty bleak. You have no motivation and nothing gets done – resulting in life being a big, fat 0. But that’s where balancing comes in! The best way to pull yourself away from that bleak lack of motivation is to balance everything in a way it all seems approachable. I have become a pro at coming up with t

Sep 15, 2015
3 min

First Apartment Starter Pack

It’s move-in season! Things are insane around my apartment complex from people moving in and out. My new roommate is moving in soon (can’t wait!) and it’s time for everyone to know exactly what to bring to your [first] apartment so that you’re ready to go! And all of that is why this post is about what you should definitely have in your U-Haul before move-in day (or packed into your mom’s car to the point you’re worried you might be pulled over). P.S. All titles are hyperlink

Jan 7, 2015
2 min

10 Things I Want You To Remember

It’s been one of those days where I’ve been reading all the questions from you guys. And it just about breaks my heart because you’re all so wonderful and you don’t know it. I wanted to dedicate my post today to all of you sitting at home feeling like you aren’t worth something. You need a little reminder on why you are so lovely, and here it is. 10 Reasons You Are Lovely and Shouldn’t Forget It 1. There is someone in your life that you have made happier than you could ever i

Nov 18, 2014
4 min

The Trick to Balancing Life (And Still Getting Sleep)

The first thing I was told about college life was that you had to choose between your social life, your school work, and your sleep schedule. And you can only choose two. Which do you choose? I’ve recently had to start balancing my life. I was pretty content with doing my school work and getting eight hours of sleep. But then life happens and suddenly I had a lot more things on my schedule and I had to balance them to make all of it work. And this past week I’ve truly learned

Sep 24, 2014
5 min

Welcome Wednesdays 4: Your Girl Curlz

Everyday Enthusiasm Day 24: Welcome Wednesdays Bonjour Enthusiasts! It is a Wednesday (and the first day in my new apartment) and while I go explore the complex, I thought I’d share with you some wise words from my dear friend Alex from Your Girl Curlz. Alex is a dear, dear friend of mine who I go on many adventures with (Utah|Seattle|Cali) and she has lots of insight, so having her write for the blog is great! I hope you’ll love what she has to say as much as I do, and you’l

Apr 17, 2014
4 min

The Sims Did Not Prepare Me for Real Life

What can waste away your day like none other? The Sims, of course. I was twelve years old when my mom purchased a copy of The Sims at a yard sale. It quickly became the only video game I have truly ever enjoyed. And I had Harry Potter for my xBox. For those unfamiliar with what The Sims is, it basically is a computer game where you can manipulate the lives of people and build them houses and make them cheat on significant others and buy cool toys and make them go to jail and

Sep 24, 2013
3 min

Saying Goodbye

There are some tough moments in life. Saying goodbye to those you love is one of them. We’re finally here. Thursday is the day I leave all that makes me comfortable and face a new world: University. I’ve been gearing myself up for this day and now that it’s here, I’m still a nervous mess. While I could go on and on about moving and packing and how stressful it is, there are plenty of articles about that. Heck, most of the posts from this past month have been about that. So, I

Jun 19, 2013
5 min

Change Your Life

However, if some part of your life doesn’t feel right – change it.” -Phylis Fagrelius For my eighteenth birthday my mother asked family and friends to send letters to me containing love and words of advice for the future. My fifth grade teacher sent me one of these letters. While reading it, one particular part caught my eye; the quote above. “However, if some part of your life doesn’t feel right – change it.” This quote has particular meaning to me as it is something that I’

Jun 10, 2013
8 min

50 Reasons I Loved High School

As told by yesterday, I graduated high school on Saturday. High school. It was the best of times, it was the worst of time. And to celebrate my graduation, I decided to compile a list of 50 events/quotes/happenings/etc. of my high school career that I will always remember because they made the last four years pretty darn great. So without further ado, enjoy some of my favorite moments of high school. (Note: Most of these are from Senior year, because all those Government note

May 11, 2013
3 min

I Don’t Believe in Karma

(Note*: Please look at the P.S. at the bottom for some updates. Thanks!) Karma is the belief that when you do good things, good things happen to you, and when you do bad things, bad things happen to you. Let me tell you a story. About a month ago my boss asked me if I could work March 11th. So this morning I woke up and dressed in a tshirt and shorts and went to work my two-hour shift at the local activity center face painting OUTSIDE. Now, it has been increasingly hot in my