Hey y'all I've been doing lots of reflecting lately. From time to time I'll be sharing these thoughts and revelations from God. In the meantime please read "A Letter to My FAMU Self."
I wrote it my junior year at the request of my classmate Gladys. It's purpose was to reflect over the past few years of college and give advice to the freshman me. As I prepare for graduation that's quickly approaching I reflect over this letter. My counselor suggested I write a letter to myself as a reminder of what actions work when I become overwhelmed. My original letter still helps but I'll write another one. This is a great activity. It's a great way to keep faith and stay encouraged.
P.S. Check out Gladys' website
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A Letter to My FAMU
Self
Congratulations
you made it to FAMU. You’ve been waiting your entire life to attend this
prestigious university. Making the Dean’s list is no issue for you. But I also
can tell that there is something in you. You have so much potential inside of
you. Now it’s time to let it out.
Girl
have confidence in yourself. Do not doubt yourself. Make decisions for
yourself. College is about finding out who you are. You can and you will break
the mold. You are going through a metamorphosis.
Sweetheart
why are you sitting in the room? Get out and network. You need to make a
lasting impression. You may know them but honey do they know you? Remember the
first impression is a lasting impression. So take pride in your appearance. No wrinkles,
face beat, and hair laid. So spend the extra time ironing clothes. You have
beautiful skin so make-up isn’t needed all the time. But it’s okay for you to
dabble. And please do something about your hair. Pay someone to do it or learn
how to do it yourself. Barter if you have to. The cameras are always lurking.
Every day is photo op. It’s time to stock up on your business casual. You want
to look the part.
Continue
to grow spiritually. You can still be a Christian and have fun in college. God
brought you this far do not drop him when you get to college. This is the time
when you can fully experience him by yourself. The responsibility of going to
church is all on you now. Mommy and Daddy aren’t here to wake you up for
church. You’ll have fun. Trust me.
I'm just not as motivated as I used to be. I over think and become overwhelmed. I don't ask for help until it's too late. But when I express my issues I'm told to suck it up and stop making excuses. When I am motivated if I get rejected after so many times I give up. Rejection doesn't motivate me it puts more fear in me. It causes me to doubt myself. I can list numerous writing opportunities I passed because of fear. There are assignments I missed in class because of my fear of red markings. I had such high hopes for myself entering Florida A&M University. Now as I get ready to walk across the stage I am disappointed in myself. As much as it seems I have accomplished, I let fear dictate my life at FAMU. 
