I meant to post this on Friday, but I guess it goes perfect with the title of this blog, "Stressful Sundays."
I mentioned last Sunday that I had a lot on my plate, and I feel like this week and the upcoming weeks are probably getting tougher for you as well (the proof is in your tweets), but for all of us there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Things to look forward to (if you're into such things) include the Grammy's tonight, March Madness is only a few weeks off, lacrosse and, of course, baseball seasons will be in full swing in a few short weeks.
As for me and my life, I had my first "community service" assignment this week after meeting with the Boss to re-outline my hour requirement for this semester. This first assignment- work/assist the school in setting up for the annual Pink Game that our women's basketball team hosts. I'm willing to do whatever it takes to reconcile with the Boss, but this time he asked me to miss some of practice, and that didn't fly well with Coach. Anyway, I left practice an hour early, showered up, and headed to the game. I met with the athletic director and got started on whatever he needed help with. It just so happened that I showed up right when he needed someone to grab a table. I grab the table; I'm thinking "whoa, it's gonna be a long busy night...and I didn't even eat dinner yet.." I set up the table and I stood around waiting to see if I was needed anywhere else. I waited...and waited....and waited. Then the game started.
Despite a rough start filled with sloppy play, turnovers, missed shots, and poor defense, the women rebounded and pulled out the W. But that's what I did the entire time; I missed practice and all to set up one table and watch the game. I'm not complaining that I got to watch my true love (the game of basketball), but I was a little disappointed that I didn't get to eat, I wasn't really needed, and I missed part of practice. I hate that...if there's anything in this world that I hate, it's missing practice.
This was the first of many service assignments lined up for me throughout the semester, and although it was relatively short, it proves that I have a long road ahead of me until I'm totally reconciled with the Boss.
If you too feel like the road ahead of you is starting to be a lot to bear, there are plenty of things you can do on your own to help make the road a little less stressful. The gym to get a good workout is always a good way to take your mind off things for a little bit and clear your head. Pop in your headphones and hit the weights, or treadmill, or the elliptical. Just go. There are movies playing. If you have the funds, hit the theater near you and catch a flick. Girls, retail therapy is a real thing (if you want it to be).
On a serious note, if things start to become unbearable, don't be afraid to reach out to people. High school, college, no matter the school, there are people who are trained to help you. If your ego is getting in the way, try to vent to friends. Your friends won't be afraid to help you, and they certainly will not be afraid to get the professional help you may need.
I mentioned last Sunday that I had a lot on my plate, and I feel like this week and the upcoming weeks are probably getting tougher for you as well (the proof is in your tweets), but for all of us there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Things to look forward to (if you're into such things) include the Grammy's tonight, March Madness is only a few weeks off, lacrosse and, of course, baseball seasons will be in full swing in a few short weeks.
As for me and my life, I had my first "community service" assignment this week after meeting with the Boss to re-outline my hour requirement for this semester. This first assignment- work/assist the school in setting up for the annual Pink Game that our women's basketball team hosts. I'm willing to do whatever it takes to reconcile with the Boss, but this time he asked me to miss some of practice, and that didn't fly well with Coach. Anyway, I left practice an hour early, showered up, and headed to the game. I met with the athletic director and got started on whatever he needed help with. It just so happened that I showed up right when he needed someone to grab a table. I grab the table; I'm thinking "whoa, it's gonna be a long busy night...and I didn't even eat dinner yet.." I set up the table and I stood around waiting to see if I was needed anywhere else. I waited...and waited....and waited. Then the game started.
Despite a rough start filled with sloppy play, turnovers, missed shots, and poor defense, the women rebounded and pulled out the W. But that's what I did the entire time; I missed practice and all to set up one table and watch the game. I'm not complaining that I got to watch my true love (the game of basketball), but I was a little disappointed that I didn't get to eat, I wasn't really needed, and I missed part of practice. I hate that...if there's anything in this world that I hate, it's missing practice.
This was the first of many service assignments lined up for me throughout the semester, and although it was relatively short, it proves that I have a long road ahead of me until I'm totally reconciled with the Boss.
If you too feel like the road ahead of you is starting to be a lot to bear, there are plenty of things you can do on your own to help make the road a little less stressful. The gym to get a good workout is always a good way to take your mind off things for a little bit and clear your head. Pop in your headphones and hit the weights, or treadmill, or the elliptical. Just go. There are movies playing. If you have the funds, hit the theater near you and catch a flick. Girls, retail therapy is a real thing (if you want it to be).
On a serious note, if things start to become unbearable, don't be afraid to reach out to people. High school, college, no matter the school, there are people who are trained to help you. If your ego is getting in the way, try to vent to friends. Your friends won't be afraid to help you, and they certainly will not be afraid to get the professional help you may need.
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