Don't settle for anything less than happiness

Sometimes I get overwhelmed and I lose sight of where I'm headed. Life is a constant learning curve, and I never want to stop expanding. I love to try new things, I like to step out of my comfort zone, but most of all I never want to give up on my dreams. I work hard every day and I show up for ME. I won’t sit here and tell you that I never care what other people think, because the truth is, sometimes I do. However, I work really hard to let this go. 

Here are my words of advice: 

1. Listen to your heart. 
2. Other people are NOT living YOUR life, so don’t give them the power to dictate your decisions. 
3. Other people are NOT paying your bills, so choose a career that lights you up. 
4. No one else is in control of your happiness but YOU. 
5. If it makes you happy, RUN WITH IT.
6. If someone is holding you back you need to set a clear boundary. 
7. Love yourself through the entire journey. 
8. Don’t give up because someone told you that you can’t make it. 
9. Believe so deeply in yourself that when tough times arise you can preserver. 
10. Don’t settle for anything less than true happiness. 

It is a shame to watch people leave their dreams behind. Always be true to you, and show up as authentically as you can. We are all unique to ourselves and we need to be proud of what sets us apart from others. Believe deeply, love fiercely, and never lose sight of your dreams. Life is far to short to not live it to your fullest potential.