Operation Self Care

It is not everyday that a special person walks into your life and makes a huge impact on who you are and how you perceive things. In fact, the rarity of this happening is so slim, that when it does happen, special attention must be given to that person. The words “unexpected” and “exciting” are two adjectives that you can use to describe my friendship with this special person who has come into my life. With a description like that, it only makes sense to highlight how truly intriguing and groundbreaking this young woman is. Sarah Olesnevich is a 21 year old nursing student at Edinboro University. She is currently working on completing her degree and runs a busy schedule, especially due to the fact that she is also working part time at a local Home Depot. “I have a lot that I am working on now,” mentioned Sarah. “However I am so excited to grow and become a nurse. It is such fulfilling work and I know in the end all of the hard times will be worth it.” Her work ethic has carried h...

In our busy lives, we are constantly exposing ourselves to all kinds of people. Though it may be hard to distinguish, sometimes the people that we surround ourselves with are toxic in nature. It is important to recognize this, and then follow certain steps to make sure that this negative energy does not affect who you are, and how you live your life. Whether the relationship is of a romantic or friendly nature, the same rules apply. One of the keys to making yourself happy and protecting yourself from such negativity is to realize that you do indeed have control of your life. You are in charge of what you accept and what you choose to let go, no matter the situation. It can be difficult at first to know if someone is having a negative effect on your life, but they will begin to show certain signs that you can pinpoint to know whether or not they are a person you want to place yourself around. Someone who at any point tries to control, manipulate, or diminish your character is more...

One of the first steps of learning how to achieve a happy and healthy lifestyle is to acknowledge who you are and what you want to accomplish. Being truly happy is a very personal thing, and the bottom line is that it starts and ends with you. How you treat yourself has a lot to do with the kind of outlook you have on life, and growing in this can help you find your path and purpose. Even though we are all on separate journeys, there are common techniques that can be used in order to aid you throughout your progress. Here are a few of my favorites, and I highly recommend you try out a couple of them just to get yourself started. 1.  Before any other steps are taken, I suggest that you take some kind of personality quiz. I have linked a great one here for you to test out. Personality quizzes can help you put into words the kind of feelings, thoughts, or tendencies you may have. It is possible that this can give you some answers you may have been searching for, but most spe...

Life can be tough. Some days are harder than others, and we all go through things that help us become who we are meant to be. No matter who you are, something in your life has affected you. Through all of these hardships, it is so important to always remember you are never alone. Practicing good habits and techniques can help even those who are struggling the most to find peace. Realizing who you are, and what you need, can go a long way in helping you mentally, emotionally, and physically. My name is Anne. I have experienced heartache that has caused me to have a real passion for helping others with their mental health. It is so important to take care of yourself and to be a little selfish sometimes. At the end of the day, you are the one who has to live as and love yourself. This blog is to be used as a guide for those who feel as though they are lost, or need some positivity in their life. Keeping in mind how you treat your body and your mind is crucial for living in a fresh...