Raising awareness?

Today in my Sports Nutrition class, the professor addressed a very personal and sensitive topic: eating disorders, in general but also in the context of athletes. It’s really devastating to know that eating disorders, disordered eating behaviors, and body dysmorphia are so common in society. Society puts out the message that we are “not enough”, and…

Barre

This month, May 2017, I wanted to challenge myself to take new strides in my recovery. This means trying new things, things beyond my personal comfort zone. I took up the opportunity to try “barre” at a nearby Pure Barre. I absolutely love it, yet hate it (just kidding). I fell in love with barre…

Feeling disconnected, but it’s all on perspective (Part 1)

It’s all about perspective. I’m currently riding in the bus to my church and I am sitting alone. When I entered the bus, there weren’t many people yet or people I usually associate with. Then a friend from my small group entered the bus and I said hi and asked to sit next to me.…

First Week of Winter Quarter 2017

My first week of class/winter quarter was really short, yet kind of tiring for the first part. I guess I was mostly tired since I took the latest flight back home on Tuesday evening (originally at 9:50 PM, but got delayed to around 10:35PM), and then I arrived a little after midnight and my friend…

Sense of self-worth?

Self-worth is definitely something I struggled with for quite a while, and to be honest, I still do struggle with it sometimes. I don’t struggle with lack of self-love or self-worth as often as I did a few months or years back, but there are times when my mind/the voices in my mind tell me…

“Food Should Taste Good” Caramelized Onion & Herbs Hummus

First product review ever! Being back in California, I …. am just over-thrilled! I love being able to go to Sprouts/Trader Joe’s/Whole Foods whenever I want, especially because it’s close by AND I have time since it’s winter break. And, I get to try out new foods that are here but not available in Seattle!…

Better late than never?

For the past few weeks, I found it extremely difficult and challenging to find motivation… for nearly anything. To get ready for class, to eat, to go to class, to workout, to do work/homework, to study, to meet friends/people, to socialize in general, to go out of my room/house, to go to class.. and there…

Breaking Down

I just broke down, out of random and for no particular reason. I do have a few reasons, but they aren’t that big or special or new. And you know what, I’m completely okay with that. Why? Because breaking down and crying doesn’t mean you’re weak, or lower in value or worthless. Honestly, sometimes, you…

Taking a leap

Last night, I met up with two beautiful ladies who are from my Wednesday small group. I am really grateful I have such a loving support system, who are always willing to pray for me and keep me so accountable. My small group leader cordially invited us to her house for dinner. My other friend…

A Whole New Decade

November 12 — 20 years back, I met my mom for the first time. I met my dad for the first time. I met my grandparents for the first time, my uncle; I met the world for the first time. The past 19.99999 years of my life have been full of adventures. Not enough adventures,…