...it isn't all you need, but it sure helps.
Tough times lately - for everyone. Every night, I pray for everyone, even for those who challenge my patience. I'm not ultra-religious or anything, but I think it's nice to send those good thoughts out there. Sending good vibes into the world for another is kinda cathartic. Empathy is so hard to come by nowadays because this economy's got us all thinking about ourselves (rightfully so, to a certain extent). I am certainly guilty of thinking of myself too much. I'm trying to pull back on that.
Now for a law school update. Two more months and the hell that is 1L will be over. I was listening to Jim Rome the other day on the way to work (yes, work), and he said something about the US Hockey team before we were in the Gold Medal game. It wasn't profound, but it hit home. He said, "Don't ASSUME anything. Eyes on the prize. Nothing is guaranteed." So true, Rome. So true.
I love thinking about life in terms of sports. Law school is like a boxing match. When you underestimate your competition, you will likely get schooled. If you give your competition the credit they deserve, you have a fighting chance because you'll show up prepared. Lastly, if you don't believe in yourself - I mean, believe that you deserve to be there - all your preparation will be worthless.
I underestimated my competition last semester. I'm just lucky my grades didn't rip me a new one. Trust that I give them each the credit they deserve now, but in addition, I am giving myself the credit I deserve, too. You have to be fully present in the moment for something to feel real. I'm finally present and ready to work harder than ever. This is IT. This is my shot. YEOWWWWWWWWW
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