To those of you who are interested in the facets of life, here’s a little update for you HAHA.

If you have not heard, I have accepted a full-time position as an administrative assistant at the DeKalb Medical Examiner’s Office….. Whoot Whoot! I LOVE the roles and responsibilities of the position; however, I am up to my earlobes with trying to juggle a work/school-life balance. With this, it is important for me to engage in self-care activities to help reduce stress and prevent burnout at my workplace and in the classroom. Although academic requirements should be a priority in your life, it is equally as important to prioritize your self-care to assist with relaxation. I have to admit, it has been difficult to carve out time to engage in self-care activities but when I do, I love to journal!! Below is a page from my journal that I created last week:

While some may misconstrue self-care is selfish, IT IS NOT! Incorporating self-care into your daily regimen simply means you’re being mindful of your own needs so that you can direct your attention to other responsibilities like school, relationships, or family matters. A famous saying that I always remember is:

 “You can’t pour from an empty cup, take care of yourself first”

Therefore, my goal for the month of October is to journal twice a week, in hopes to increase productivity for the month of November! Comment below on self-care activities that help you destress and unwind after a long day of school/ work…