Lea Britto

From the Dark comes Light

Life has always been somewhat turbulent for me. Although the last year has really shown me how conviction and investing in oneself can positively affect your life. At times I’ve struggled with consistency and patience. So focusing on myself instead of the many people around me has genuinely made each day I wake up, to so much brighter. Instead of waking up and checking my phone, I drink some water and meditate. Then I do some breathing exercises and begin my day by making breakfast. For a while I’ve felt almost addicted to technology. Time would simply pass by without me noticing. I suppose that's the reality of social media, at times you get stuck in the endless scroll. My resolution is to distance myself from social media and to focus on being present with the real people around me. It's odd to hangout with someone in silence, both of you trapped into a small screen for hours give or take. Looking back at all the times I’ve been with friends or family, only half paying attention to what they were saying, makes me a bit melancholy. There are some people you only see a few times a year, and even then I prioritized a funny picture or adorable animal over a personal interaction. Knowing this about myself has made me rethink how I delegate my time day-to-day. With the new year, I am working on becoming more aware and present. My goal is to stay enrolled in my nursing classes and to obtain my RNA license within a few years. I know my goals are going to be challenging, but that's what makes it worth fighting for. I am working towards my goals by spending time studying for classes, making music, and painting. This is how I manifest happiness for myself while also being productive.