Fall is here- soon to be winter, and if you’re a cold-hating northerner like me, you might be looking for interesting ways to stay out of the cold while staying active! The gym is great, but now and then I like to find other physical activities to do on weekends. Two activities I tried recently …
Author: Inspired Mess
I enjoy seeking knowledge, checking off items on my ever growing bucket list, learning about other cultures, and writing to influence people- whether it's motivating them to step out of their comfort zones, or inspiring them to improve their lives.
What I Learned From My Attempted Sobriety
Back in April, I decided to indefinitely quit drinking altogether, for many reasons. I had started to develop a mental dependency on alcohol and found myself drinking too often; I thought it wise to quit for a while, and assumed I had a drinking problem. I came up with a list of reasons for why …
My Stages of Cultural Progression
Every person of color goes through phases of cultural progression, whether they know it or not. We’re born somewhat ignorant of our cultural identity, but at some point, certain things happen that make us realize there is indeed a ‘them’, and an ‘us’. America is much different than it was fifteen years ago. Minority …
5 Ideas for Staying Active Outdoors
Whenever it’s warm and sunny out, I try to take advantage of it! The sun does my body and soul some good- gives some color to the skin, infuses the body with vitamin D, and improves overall mood. This past summer I made it my goal to embark on more outdoor adventures- a day outside …
A Letter To My Unborn Sister
Dear Christina, I’ve never met you. But I figured it’s about time I write to you. I wish you hadn’t been a miscarriage. You know, a year after you when Mom was pregnant with me, I almost killed her. She was so sick that she flew back to Taiwan so family could care for her. …
5 Tips for Traveling in Cuba
In May 2017, a couple friends and I chose Cuba as our vacation destination, since it had just opened to the American public for travel. I didn’t know many people who had gone yet, so it seemed like the perfect place to explore! 1. Prefer an affordable housing option? AirBnBs are a great way to …