Welcome! I'm Jasmin Aldridge, budding health and wellness enthusiast and as of 2015 a medical student. Quite simply put, this blog is about me helping you and you helping me to find better ways to improve physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health. So, I give my random thoughts on the matter, and you give your insightful comments, and together we can achieve better health! If you’re up for the journey, I’m pleased to have you tag along.
"Life Happens" by Brandon and Leah was my theme song for 2014. Actually, I'm pretty sure I heard this song on New Year's Day. I literally started off my year with this mindset of understanding and accepting that life does indeed happen. The song lyrics really speak plainly. I even titled my Facebook album for this year "...so many reasons for you to be smilin'..." in reference to this very song. I absolutely love it, and I felt compelled to share it with you all today.
Today's chapter in the Attitudes of Gratitude book was about curing perfectionism - a condition that I often suffer from myself. This reminded me of another favorite line from this song, "all you can do is let them be". When life happens - good, bad or simply random events that are out of your control - let them be. And, while you're at it - be grateful.
Obviously working, interning and studying for the MCAT has taken up the majority of my time thus far this summer, but having this blog as a creative outlet is not only fun for me but also absolutely necessary for my peace and internal harmony. So, in lieu yesterday's Music Monday, I present to you Tuesday's Tune! Same idea, you get the picture.
Now, in honor of this being my last day of being 22, I wanted to feature T. Swift's "22". Yes, I'm so creative. But, honestly, let me tell you why this song fits perfectly to end this age.
When she sings, "we're happy, free, confused, and lonely at the same time; it's miserable and magical" - that TOTALLY sums up what 22 was for me. "Happy" and "free" is what I felt upon graduating from an amazing university after enduring some tough courses and making lifelong friends. "Confused and lonely" is what came in the months to follow when I wasn't employed, in grad/professional school, and not even in the same state as some of my closest friends. It was indeed miserable, as I'm sure past blog posts can attest to. Yet, it was also magical. See, during this year of dealing with disappointments and re-focusing my reality, I've somehow begun this magical transformation into a young adult, well on her way towards achieving her goals.
So, goodbye 22, and good riddance. I'll also miss you, but just not that much. I'm just much more looking forward to the future. I've finally come to the realization that indeed, "everything will be alright if we just keep dancing" like we're evolving into the wonderful young adults we are to become. So, dance on, y'all!
Snapshots of 22
Holding Cowboys press conferences, getting pied in the face while working with a wonderful group of friends, reconnecting with nature by talking to ducks, making it to Texas and much much more
Okay, so by now, y'all should know that every now and then I have no qualms about posting relationship-related posts.
Sometimes, admittedly, I choose not to post something for fear that I will be judged or worst - typecast. Then, other times I remember the small scope of my blog-o-sphere, and I don't feel as bad!
This is one of those times.
I was driving to work when I listened to Paramore's "The Only Exception". This song is pretty yet melancholy, and Hayley sings it just so beautifully and poignantly. Now, I hadn't heard this song in a long time, but the lyrics came back to me seamlessly. Then this line came: "I had sworn to myself that I'm content with loneliness. Because none of it was ever worth the risk". And, I thought to myself: I totally get that. Okay, I'll admit, my actual first thought was: Ain't that the truth! Seriously, not worth it! But, two seconds later, the sassy sarcasm settled, and I reflected at the red lights and came up with a few conclusions that I felt worthy of sharing:
1. Sassy sarcasm sometimes acts as a knee-jerk defense mechanism
2. It's defending against slipping into that sullen mood you get after realizing a somber possibility
3. That somber possibility (in this case) was this idea that it's somehow better to resolve to be lonely forever rather than take the risk of being in a relationship
4. When you think about it, it turns out that risks are involved in every step of the relationship:
pre-relationship: you take the risk of being rejected when you initiate or reciprocate interest in the other person
during relationship: you progress along, but the risk of being dumped or having to dump the other person still exists
post-relationship: whether it ends amicably or dramatically, the aftermath risk is feeling like this: "am I really better off?" or "back to square one..."
5. Final conclusion: Yes, I was right before: these risks are far too great, it's not worth it; single - forever and always, go!
Then, I got to work and got out of the car thinking I was quite smart for arriving at this final conclusion.
(SN: Now that I think about it, this list of conclusions reads more like the logical steps to a geometric proof...)
I know that this reasoning is perfectly sound, and you guys agree with what I'm suggesting, but on the other hand:
I'm told that true love, real love, is absolutely worth the risks. And, I believe it is. There's something incredibly, indescribably, special about human connectedness on all levels. With your friends, with your family, with significant others, with strangers who you help on the side of the freeway after they've crashed into the guardrail. Human connectedness is just how we get by. And, no combination should be left out or discarded. So, I encourage us all to take healthy risks:
If you're on the brink of a relationship with someone and it could be great but you're not sure, go for it.
If you're feeling hopeless as a penny with a hole in it, I dare you to muster up enough spirit to develop a positive outlook and truly believe that it's not all over for you.
If you're realizing that this season in your life is a time to develop human connectedness on those other levels like with your friendes or strangers, take the risk of doing so withoutworrying about whether or not you're going to be lonely for the rest of your life.
If you're vaguely in the midst of all three routes, I have no advice for you. I don't know what you should do. And, for that, I apologize.
One of my most memorable "somebody pinch me" moments: when this was the view from my apartment in Cali summers ago
I've done this type of Music Monday post before: slipping in a bunch of song references because I'm just so clever, like that.
But today's actual music selection is this: Barenaked Ladies' "Pinch Me". This song just makes me feel at ease. All this costs-benefits analysis talk has made me tense, I guess. So...pinch me!
This song helps me realize that oftentimes, it is the "perfect time of day to throw all your cares away." Peace y'all!
"it's the perfect time of day, to throw all your cares away"
I was driving down the highway, and an old favorite of mine came on my Pandora. You guys, it's the original YOLO; this song came out before YOLO was a thing! And, it serves as today's Music Monday song: "You Only Live Once" by The Strokes. The song reminds me of being pulled in so many directions, constantly having to choose, and I think the point is that you simply must decide. You make the decision, and just go with choice, wholeheartedly.
Apply for that job and just see what happens
Choose to let yourself gush over your latest crush even if nothing comes of it
Decide to save up your pennies for a day trip with your friends at the end of the summer
This is your life right now. And, like Jennifer Aniston said in the movie The Switch, "life is in session!"
So, live it.
Favorite Line: "Twenty ways to see the world; twenty ways to start a fight."
It's all about what you choose to do in this life, y'all.
I want to take this moment to stop. Stop and really appreciate the way my life is at this exact moment. Sure - lately there have been some slight inconveniences, and there's certainly been a few disappointments. But, truthfully, things can always be worse. Equally true, though, is that things can always get better, too. It's like my preacher said in yesterday's sermon, "if you don't find a reason to rejoice, life will always give you reasons to complain." So, I want to declare that whether I'm up or down, or down and out, I will always strive to be thankful for the life I have right now. Life teaches us all too well that things can change in an instant.
With this sentiment of contentment, today's Music Monday choice is "Closer to Fine" by The Indigo Girls. I first heard this song in a karaoke bar in Beaufort, North Carolina with a group of some of the coolest classmates I've ever had. The lyrics literally spoke to my soul, and I haven't forgotten them ever since. So, I hope it can speak to you, as well. Peace, my friends :-)
"the less I seek my source for some definitive, the closer I am to fine..."
Well hello there! Has it really been four whole weeks since I've posted in my blog?! (I guess I could have just said a month...) The answer is yes. Yes, it has been quite a while. I needed to take a break from blogging. Sometimes circumstances in life require quiet self-reflection time. Nevertheless, I'm back! And, I'm really excited to share some fruits of that quiet self-reflection with anyone who will read!
During the past couple of weeks, I realized something: I don't think I've ever really shared my faith with you guys on this blog. Which is interesting because it's usually my daily devotionals that leads me to certain conclusions that end up in my blog posts. Here's a conclusion I've come to over the past month: I believe that the things that happen to us in life have divine significance. Now, we usually don't realize (or truly understand) their purpose until much later on, in hindsight. And, this can be frustrating, if you let it. I'm finding that choosing to relinquish all illusions of control and to just simply accept the peace of mind is a preferable alternative. I realized that I'm not always going to understand why certain people came into my life this past year: whether a reason, season or lifetime. Only time will really tell which category certain people will fall into, I think. But, what I do know is this: at 22 years old, all I have to really do is "trust steadily, hope unswervingly, and love extravagantly." (1 Corinthians 13:13)
Which brings me to today's music selection: Nada Surf's "Always Love". The very first line of this song has always resonated with me: "To make a mountain of your life is just a choice." It's exactly the sentiment that I'm trying to convey with this post. Life can frustrate you to no end if you let it. But, if you just strive to love above all of the disappointments, all of the heartbreaks, the mistakes - that's all you really have to do. I'm not trying to oversimplify the solution to the struggles of life, I'm just sayin': no matter what, always love. Love yourself, love others, love each and every experience that makes you who you are. Always, love.
Favorite Line: "To make a mountain of your life is just a choice"
I try not to get too personal on a very public blog, but my good friend Courtney recently reminded me that one of the main reasons I started this blog was because I wanted to attempt to inspire people. Not because I'm some genius guru on anything, but simply because people can relate to my very ordinary, non-guru experiences. And, so here we are.
Recently, love has seriously been in the air. In the past week or so, a few of my friends have gotten engaged and other relationships have blossomed and strengthened. Conversely, a few more relationships ended and yet another possibility fizzled and faded for others. I'm realizing that this cycle is life. Love is lost, love is found, but love certainly stays all around. When it comes to this idea of being in love, I experience a dichotomy of thinking. I'm an extremely hopeful individual, yet I'm often skeptical. To borrow from the Lifehouse song "Broken", "I try my best to be guarded, but I'm an open book instead." I think admiring the idea of being in love can sometimes get me in trouble. My admiration is what makes me totally relate to what Gigi says in that one scene from He's Just Not That Into You. But, this admiration is also what makes me...me. I think I'd rather embrace it (and, even blog about it - yikes!), but not criticize nor judge it. I think I can appreciate its value but also understand its effect on how I view relationships and potential relationships with the ones I just haven't met yet.I have come to understand that as we grow and evolve into the people we're going to be, we pick up on these types of nuances of our personality. Then, we learn to embrace and love these nuances. And, at that point, we should just do what Regina Skeptor suggests and "take that love you made and stick it into someone else's heart."
Yes, I know I incorporated a lot of songs into this post (I'm so clever...and indecisive), but today's official Music Monday selection is Regina Skeptor's "On the Radio". One of my all-time favorites!
Favorite Line: "No, this is how it works: you peer inside yourself, you take the things you like, and try to love the things you took."
So, to wrap it up: Love life, love love, and love yourself - every aspect of you. This works. =)
I was practicing these yoga postures for spine health with this video on YouTube, and the instructor said something that really resonated with me:
"When the stretch is intense, the inclination is to hold your breath. But, if you take nice, deep breaths, it will allow you to relax into the stretch and really release that tension."
Whenever we find ourselves in challenging situations in life, I think we can unconsciously hold our breath, either literally or figuratively. We may find ourselves paralyzed with a choice to make, not knowing which direction to go. When we feel tense in the spot we're in, there is something to be said about breathing. Because breathing is something we do every single moment, perhaps we do neglect its value. But to really take the time out of those millions of moments to inhale and exhale long and deep can work wonders. I'll bet that rush of oxygen does something restorative in our bodies, minds, and spirits.
So, quite simply folks, don't forget to breathe!
A list of my favorite breath-related lyrics/songs that specifically relate to this idea of releasing tension through breath:
"All we can do is keep breathing, now." - Ingrid Michaelson's "Keep Breathing"
"And, breathe, just breathe" - Anna Nalick's "Breathe (2 AM)"
And, last but not least, my favorite:
"If I just breathe - let it fill the space between, I'll know everything is alright. Breathe. Every little piece of me, you'll see everything is alright. If I just breathe." - Michelle Branch's "Breathe"
This was a Zac Brown Band weekend for me. It was like music therapy; the playlist went something like this:
- "Let It Go"
- "No Hurry"
- "Toes"
- "Knee Deep"
- "Chicken Fried"
- "Free"
Over and over again. Nonstop. Until I felt overcome by the peaceful vibes exuding from these tunes. To borrow from the lyrics of all of these songs, the main message is to:
"save your strength for things you can change; forgive the ones you can't" and to realize that you'd be a fool "to worry about the things you can't change". Because honestly, "life is good today" and the "sunshine's gonna wash [your] blues away."
True: I couldn't really incorporate the last two songs into this string of thoughts, but you get the point.
So many options for Music Monday, right!? Well, for the mere chill factor, I have decided that today's choice is "Knee Deep"! Close your eyes and chill out to this one, guys. I guarantee you'll feel so chillaxed!
"When you lose yourself, you find the key to paradise"
Also! Check out my new favorite place! It's this restaurant on a lake.
And, it's perfect. Reminds me of being "knee-deep in the water somewhere"!
I have come to an important conclusion about my personality and the people with whom I choose to establish various types of relationships. Basically, I'm finding that it is absolutely essential to surround yourself with people who promote the positive spirit within you. Not those who judge it, or those who don't really care for it.
So, when I ask myself, how I ended up in yet another situation that causes me to whip out my handy-dandy pep talk to self, I have only one simple answer. It happens. And, oftentimes, these unwelcome life experiences bring us to certain important conclusions like the one mentioned above.
I LOVE this song by Sugarland. I uploaded the YouTube lyric video because the lyrics literally say it all. So, whenever you find yourself down in the dumps for whatever reason, please give this song a listen.
Favorite Line to LIVE by: "Ain't no need to over-think it, let go laughin'"
And, laughing? That I can do. No matter how much "energy" it takes. I've been told a couple of times just today that I have "a lot of energy." And, if by energy, they mean the positive approach I take to oftentimes draining experiences,...I think I'll keep it up ;-)
Lately I've been feeling a bit unsettled. Like I'm waiting for something grand and extravagant to happen. Do you ever get that feeling? I think this feeling is the reason why I'm planning on cutting my hair, but that's kinda not the point here.
I had an awesome chat with one my friends the other day about being 22 and full of energy to relocate, find new jobs, travel, discover new projects -- all of these things that most 20-somethings I know are constantly talking about. Truthfully, 20-something or not, I think we can all relate to these feelings of wanting some sort of change of pace. This conversation of course led to yet another familiar career identity crisis, which tends to be simultaneously exhilarating and draining. Meaning: I starting dreaming up all the possibilities associated with my degree plan and failed to accomplish the homework goals I had set over the weekend. This poor work ethic then causes one to wonder if they will successfully completed said degree plan to realize those lofty dreams...and so the cycle continues.
Feeling somewhat exhausted and hopeless, I remembered something. My friend Margrette has pretty good taste in chill music, I must say. I mean, I know I think I do, but I gotta give her props! She shared this song with me near the beginning of our senior year in undergrad, and it continues to serve as a nice mood-booster whenever I'm feeling "happy, free, confused and lonely at the same time" (shout out to T. Swift!) So, please enjoy this Music Monday's "Roll If Ya Fall" by Barefoot Truth.
"It's the beauty of a new sunrise; you can never see one the same"
This song just reminds me to strive to be a more mindful individual when it comes to progress and evolving as a person. To respond more, and "knee-jerk" react less. And, on a final note, in reference to bare feet...
My own bare feet (don't judge!) at the Mat Kearney concert at school with Margrette our sophomore year! I told you we had good taste in music ;-)
I've decided that Music Monday is here to stay! Midweek Melody sounded cool at the time, but I think it was because I really wanted to share Alabama Shakes with y'all. But, to keep in the spirit of alliteration (and in an effort to keep myself consistent and current on this blog), I give you...
Finding a Better Way's new weekly line-up:
Music Mondays
Wellness Wednesdays
Friday (Froyo) with Friends!
So, there you have it! More about Wellness Wednesdays later, but for now, let's continue with Music Monday:
I often have mini epiphanies, and one such epiphany occurred this weekend. I recalled how unattractive I used to feel when I was younger and surrounded by new people, old friends, old crushes, you name it. I think most of us can relate to that unwelcome but all-too-familiar unattractive feeling. I considered this and concluded that somewhere along the way growing up, we learned a falsehood. We learned that in some way or another, we were not enough: not pretty enough, not chill enough, not funny enough - something was lacking. And, it happens subtly. It could have happened when you were at a youth conference and a really popular boy said that "all light-skinned black girls are prettier than dark-skinned black girls." Or, maybe it happened when girls were their meanest in middle school and reminded you that your hair was really short. Or maybe it happens whenever yet another crush is one-sided simply because he's just not that into you. Sometimes these seemingly insignificant occurrences somehow pop back into our psyche when we're feeling less than confident.
So...great epiphany Jasmin, right? But, this next part is what I really wanted to share with you. What can also happen is we unlearn these falsehoods and reject them each time they try to creep into our sub-conscience While rejecting those insecurities, we can embrace the truth that we are all unique and special and beautiful in our own way, and no matter what, we always will be. Well, this thought simply makes me smile. And, speaking of smiling, in the most unattractive phases of the preteen (and sure, sometimes young adult) years, my dad always reminded me that no one is considered ugly if they have a big smile on their face! So, let Vitamin C lead us in this notion with this oldie but goodie "Smile"!
Favorite Line: "Life - it ain't easy; it's so tough; it ain't easy. Whatcha gonna do, say whatcha gonna do?!? Put a smile on your face!"
What do you guys think? Does "Midweek Melody" have a ring to it? Shortly after starting the Music Monday series, I discovered that my new favorite company Holstee's blog also features a Music Monday. So, in an effort to be different, I've been pondering a few other alliterations (since we all know how much I love alliteration...), and I'm trying out Midweek Melody:
This midweek's melody features a band that just keeps coming up on my 'Laid Back Beach Music Radio' and 'Tennis (Pop) Radio' shuffle Pandora station - Alabama Shakes. They're cool, y'all! Their sound reminds me of old-school southern rock. Now, that's probably because of the "Alabama" in their name. And, also probably because they're from Alabama, now that I think about it. Hmm. Anyway, I find the lead singer's voice so intriguing, and I love their lyrics, especially for this song. It reminds me of being young and driven and trying to find the strength within yourself to keep trudgin' forward. So, without further ado, I introduce to you, "Hold On" by Alabama Shakes.
Favorite Line: "I got so much to do, I ain't got much time"
PS - I'm not saying that Music Monday is completely going away. There just may have to be two days dedicated to musical selections...We shall see!
I know that I said on the Facebook page that Thursday's post would serve as a precursor for a sunny song for today, but as fate would have it, Old Man Winter has decided to make one final appearance before Spring really starts. Thus, I have bundled up those sunny vibes in scarves and boots. Nevertheless, I'm still in a rather warm mood, and hopefully today's choice for Music Monday will evoke a similar sentiment.
A brief background first. I've mentioned before that I often come across wonderful bits of wisdom at the place where I work. The other day I had another such experience. One guy hadn't seen the other in a while, and they joked about getting older and forgetting each other's names, but never forgetting the stories they've shared over the years. One guy joked, "Hey man, did you forget your wife's name when you first met her, too?" The other laughed, and replied, "Of course not!" Then, the conversation took a reflective turn, and the guy went on to share with us (admittedly after my gentle encouragement...) the story of how he met his wife. He commented on how long they had been married and what he felt was the secret to their strong marriage: good communication and respect. The other guy agreed, and summed up that basically all of that - the respect, the value, the adoration - it all creates a lifelong love. I was so overjoyed that they decided to have that entire conversation in front of me! It was just so inspiring!
So, reflecting upon that a few days later and recalling my love for a lot of Kate Nash songs, I present to you this Monday's music selection: "Birds" by Kate Nash. It's so pleasant and playful and descriptive and just plain adorable when you listen to the back-and-forth between the young lovebirds. And, I'm also making up for not really doing Valentine's Day justice with a post; sorry, I was still in Galentine's Day mode, probably. Nonetheless, here it is!
Favorite Line (because it's so simple after all the lengthy explanation):
"She said 'thanks, I like you, too'. He said, 'cool'."
Alright you guys - I'm really excited to share this. I've discovered so much in the past week and a half, but I'll try to keep it concise and coherent.
About two weeks ago, I read this amazing article about how the beach affects us emotionally, and I was instantly inspired by the research being done in this area. Being the avid internet surfer that I am, I quickly uncovered some more pretty cool (to say the least) initiatives in this arena of exploring how the ocean affects us and what we can do to save it to keep it that way:
* BLUEMIND Summit
--- imagine marine biologists, psychologists, neuroscientists coming together to discuss this idea of the ocean-mind-body connection, and conservation research, and other diverse topics - does this not sound wonderful?! Wallace J. Nichols started these BLUEMIND Summits a few years ago. I just thought this was so amazing. We all know how much I love being inspired by talks!
I dug up this favorite ocean moment:
Summer 2010 on the Atlantic!
This was a time when interacting with the ocean
definitely sucked away the stress of taking Physics!
* Healing Seas Foundation
--- having been a Psychology major, I love learning about the innovative therapy practices, and healing with surfing is one of the most intriguing initiatives I've seen!
* The Fear Project
--- again, that whole Psychology and ocean connection is so incredibly interesting to me!
These experts know exactly what they're talking about. There is something so amazing about the ocean from every point of view: marine biology, neuroscience, psychology, surfing - you name it!
Wanna know the coolest part? I actually got the opportunity to chat with Wallace J. Nichols! I don't think I need to explain to you how incredibly exciting it is to be able to connect with great thinkers, but I will - IT IS AWESOME. In my opinion, he has totally sparked a whole new wave of research and activism related to connecting to the ocean, and I'm just excited to be in the midst of it all. Moreover, I'm looking forward to continually sharing this innovative information with you guys and keeping you posted on updates!
I am just so abundantly grateful for these signs from the universe directing me to this research. I really love all this talk about the mind-body-ENVIRONMENT connection because honestly it is all inextricably connected. The air we breath, the sunshine we feel, the fruits and vegetables from the earth that gives our bodies fuel -- all of these aspects of the environment make us feel good. And those feelings inevitably promote well-being.
Recently, I met up with a friend, and she was explaining to me her reasons for deciding to become a vegan. She said that for her, it's her way of decreasing suffering in the world by decreasing the suffering of the animals. And, she wasn't trying to convince me that I should take on her decision or anything like that, she was just sharing a way in which she has found to better connect with our planet. That really resonated with me because it confirms the fluidity and omnipresence of this mind-body-environment concept.
So, that was a lot, I know, but I hope reading this post gives you the same rush of inspiration that it gave me to write!
And, but of course, no beach-related post is complete without sharing just a few good "beach music" songs that I've been chilling out to for the past couple of days:
I have a lot of goals. Personal goals, professional goals, you name it. I think we all do. In my opinion, our generation is one full of very motivated, goal-oriented people. This post isn't about whether or not it's good or bad to be obsessed with improvement; y'all already know that balance is key. I just wanted to remind y'all (and, mostly remind myself) that it takes time to achieve these goals. Sometimes it's a quick turnover; sometimes it may take years to achieve. This mellow and reflective tune from Billy Joel assures me of this truth.
Favorite line: "Slow down, you're doing fine - you can't be everything you want to be before your time."
These exams have truly wrecked my brain! Monday almost slipped by without Music! But, alas, priorities were checked, and Music Monday #7 is here!
Okay, so, did anybody ever play Playstation's Tony Hawk Pro Skater growing up?! THIS girl did! (What can I say? I have brothers and boy-cousins -- video games are a way of life in the summer.) Anyhow, Tony Hawk Pro Skater was my favorite - not only because I was also a huge fan of the Summer X Games and knew who people like Bob Burnquist and Bucky Lasek actually were - but also because of this one song featured in the game: "Superman" by Goldfinger.
Its upbeat, summer skate-park sound just makes me feel better. Also, I feel that 20-somethings trying to figure things out can greatly identify with the lyrics. So, for all these reasons, this old favorite serves as this Monday's music selection.
It's that peculiar time of year when it's almost spring but definitely not quite, and though I do understand the necessity of winter, I am sooo over it and ready to feel consistent sunlight and warmth! I'm beyond excited to spring forward on March 10th!
Moreover, I'm having the hardest time trying to figure out why it's so cold in this here Starbucks when it's also cold outside! I can't focus on reviewing for my midterm right now because of this. So, instead I think about the sun, and sand and waves, and I feel warmer. Then, I listen to this song on repeat because it fits the mood I'm in. And, that's when I realize two things: 1. Pandora has filled my life with so much music throughout these years, it is seriously one of the best things ever. And, 2. It's awesome how there can be a song for every mood you're in! Music can literally take you back to a distinct memory or move you forward to a future reality. It's so mystical and wonderful. Don't you agree?
Anyhoo, it's not Music Monday, but please do enjoy this tune from one of my favorite bands Tennis!
Today's tune is one of my all-time favorite oldies. Adapted from the passage in the Bible book of Ecclesiastes, the chill chords of The Byrds remind us that there's a time and place for everything. In a way, it inspires me to find a better way to cope with disappointments. My mindfulness teacher wrote an article that captures this idea of letting go in order to suffer less. I love this idea. I love this song.
Favorite Line: "A time for peace; I swear it's not too late"
I figured it'd be good to start archiving all these chill songs. So, just for review:
Music Monday is all about me sharing some of my most favorite songs that reflect the essence of finding a better way!
Monday, January 28, 2013: "Nobody Right, Nobody Wrong" - Michael Franti
Monday, February 4, 2013: "Instead" - Madeleine Peyroux
And, today, I give you: "Life is Life" by Noah and the Whale
I first heard this song during the summer that I decided to not be pre-med anymore. Granted, I changed my mind and am currently preparing for the MCAT, so that's about as pre-med as you can get, but that's not the point. The point is this: when you make any resolute decision for your own life, it feels like a rebirth, a fresh new beginning. Even if all roads lead you back to where you were, I still feel like there's something admirable and necessary about making decisions and confidently following through, even if you are uncertain.
Favorite line from the song: "Your life, is your life, gotta live like it's your life!"
