The Reason for Brotherhood (or Sisterhood)

For years I never had male friends. I went through my adolescence with only one male friend and everything else revolved around my girlfriend at the time. I didn’t know the importance of a brother, someone who you connect with for no other reason but for their existence. As the eldest child of both ofContinueContinue reading “The Reason for Brotherhood (or Sisterhood)”

Theme of 2017: The Listener

Each year, instead of resolutions, I have started to have overarching themes for myself. These are concepts that I want to develop throughout the year to become a better me. The past year was dedicated to faith and trusting God. My theme for 2017 is to listen. There are thousands of books written about speaking,ContinueContinue reading “Theme of 2017: The Listener”

Next on the Bucket List: Be Continuously Autodidactic

I’ve had an interesting time and relationship with school. I love the atmosphere. I love the people. I love the concept, but I never seem to have enough time to do everything I need. I would try an sit in the library after finally finding the one book that felt right and it would beContinueContinue reading “Next on the Bucket List: Be Continuously Autodidactic”

Thankful for the Day

I am thankful for today. I am thankful for the yesterdays that taught me lessons. I am thankful for tomorrows that will bring me wisdom. I am thankful for the people I don’t know yet. I am thankful for the loves that haven’t engrained their mark in my heart and the ones that did. IContinueContinue reading “Thankful for the Day”

Maturity Sneaks Up On You

It’s interesting how certain habits and traits start to sneak up on you. The older I’ve gotten, the more I have gone from sleeping in every Saturday Morning from partying every Friday Night, to waking up Saturdays with a purpose. Not like I still get ANYTHING done on Saturdays, but it’s a start. It’s progress.ContinueContinue reading “Maturity Sneaks Up On You”

Today’s Post: Coexistence with God

Today, I wanted to write about something very personal to me. Yet, it’s very opinionated so I decided to put it on my second home, The Classroom. Just like academia is a home for liberal thought*, The Classroom is where I talk about all things culture, art, music, philosophy, religion, relationships, and random musings. It’sContinueContinue reading “Today’s Post: Coexistence with God”

Black & Depressed Pt. 2

This is part 2 of a series. If you have not read the first one. Please catch up here.This is dedicated to anyone struggling with mental health issues. This is my story. You are not alone. Don’t give up! NOTE: I am not a mental health expert. I spent years studying psychology but abnormal psychologyContinueContinue reading “Black & Depressed Pt. 2”

Black & Depressed Pt. 1

This post is dedicated to each person struggling with depression. You are not alone and don’t give up. NOTE: First and foremost, I want to make clear that I am not a mental health expert. I spent years studying psychology but abnormal psychology was not my main focus. If you are having suicidal thoughts, pleaseContinueContinue reading “Black & Depressed Pt. 1”

Wii U and Nintendo Success Plan (Without the NX)

Nintendo has always been my first love. I remember the mystery of discovering Mewtwo and going to school the next day telling everyone I saw. I remember the hours in a dark room with my best friend and his little brother playing smash brothers until 2am. The hours playing Super Mario 64 and The Legend of Zelda, over theContinueContinue reading “Wii U and Nintendo Success Plan (Without the NX)”

Secrets of A Successful Man 2: Learn Yourself

  By far, one of the most important things I have learned in my life has to be that you cannot survive if you don’t know yourself. Now, most people will skip over this post because they think, “how could I not know myself? I’m me.” Well, that’s fine. Continue being you and all, butContinueContinue reading “Secrets of A Successful Man 2: Learn Yourself”