So I was having technical issues when it came to the blog but da, da, da-da, MB came to the rescue and fix it! AMAZING! So Friday was absolutely amazing. We began with group 12 and coming together with this group to talk about many aspects of Fraternity and Sorority life on campus, we talked about the issues that surround us, ways to stop the issues and to move forward to be the best Greek (personally) and the best Greek organization possible. The best of all, I was re-united with the best person EVER! (Well one of the many best people ever haha) Travis Apgar!!!!! If you all don’t know him or remember him he is a speaker with CAMPUSPEAK, an alumni of TKE, and the Associate Dean of Students at Cornell University. He rocks my socks! Then there is Courtney, a good friend of Mrs. Maribeth Johnson-Flakes who is also an awesome facilitator. We went through so many different conflicts internally and externally that can affect our organizations and the precautions and steps we need to talk to move forward.
Going to my first session, I was nervous that I was going to be late and get lost or something. Thank goodness that was NOT the case. I went to the first speaker of the day, a women by the name of Andrea Mosby. Andrea is a speaker from CAMPUSPEAK who has a fantastic story and speaks about the power and importance of personal decision. She began by introducing herself and then began her lecture. She began by saying her mom asking her if she was pregnant at the age of 16 and then getting pregnant but how responsible will a 16 year old be when put into a situation like that? She went out, went clubbing, wore little dresses to impress boys, and didn’t act like a women ready to give birth would act. She continued her story by saying that one night she wanted to go out because her friends had asked her if she wanted to go out to a club for the night, but the problem was, she called all her siblings and her mother yet no one wanted to help her. Her mother reminded her she needs to grow up; life never stops for anyone so what you decide to do with it is so vital. So she ended up staying for the night. Her baby began to cry so she thought he had been wet so she changed him. Later, he began to cry again and she thought he was hungry so she fed him. Finally, the third time he began to cry, she had enough and then she grabbed him as hard as she could….lifted him up…. And threw him down on the crib as hard she could. From that moment on she said, “… Either I have to give this child up before I hurt him or I have to change my life.”
She continued to describe, the D in decision is for determination. Being determined means recognizing when nothing outside of you is giving you the direction or answers you need, so you look deep inside and make a firm decision to move in the direction of your desires . With this inner strength you will know how to move all obstacles out of your way to achieve your purpose. Goals and dreams…
The E in decision is for energy. Mind and body are the most valuable tools and resources we can use in our quest toward a greater life. Feeding the body with the right foods and exercising to keep strong and healthy gives us the energy we need. We must also recognize how others positive and/or negative energy can sometimes impact our thinking and thus our motivations.
The C is for courage. What is the opposite of Courage? That’s right CONFORMITY!!!! As long as you look outside yourself for the answers to your life’s questions and/or compare yourself to others you will not take the bold steps that turn a dream into reality. Be bold, be sure, and be courageous.
The I is for intuition. Intuition is knowingness. It is a voice inside each of us guiding us in the direction of peace, tranquility, and success. Intuition moves us to risk and know beyond a shadow of a doubt that we are meant to conceive, believe and achieve. Intuition is a characteristic that demands us to be still, quiet and listen to the…. Voice of Reason.
The S is for serious. Being serious means being committed to oneself. It means going the distance and not confusing the destination with the journey. Learning to enjoy the journey puts doubts and fears in their respective place.
The I is for imagination. Imagination allows us to open our world beyond the present and into the future. It shows us that what exists today is only a lesson and opportunity for the possibilities of tomorrow. Don’t sell yourself short by losing sight of your potential and possibilities.
The O is for open. Being open with yourself is the beginning of truth , a truth that gives you freedom. The art of being open is the foundation to feeling confident and being who you were created to be. Give yourself the best…. OPEN UP AND TRUST.
The N is for Never give up. There are certain times in our life that seem to beat us down and destroy our beliefs in ourselves. But it is through these challenging times that we preserve and Never Give Up, dreaming, striving and achieving.
The S is for success. Success is something we are all looking for, by through fine-tuning our decisions we define and achieve… Personal success.
This lesson alone has taught me so much and I have taken so much! My other lesson seemed more common knowledge and more of a review of things I’ve already learned but I still found it interesting to be able to give my feedback and help others with the issues they may face and let them know if they had any questions or needed any recommendations I would definitely help them!
I met other Phi Kaps which was also very nice! We spoke quickly in between sessions and it was nice to meet other brothers that I have not met before!
I ALSO WON A STARBUCKS GIFT CARD FOR TWEETING NGLA!!!!! WHO DOESN’T LOVE THAT PRIZE!
I’ve been loving the time I’m spending with the other Greeks from BSU. They have each been more awesome everyday! It’s funny how you see people and you may know some and not others and you don’t really know how you will interact and it ends up being awesome and a door opening experience to a new friendship! Love my BSU GREEKS!
Finally, we went out to dinner last night with Quinnipiac. Funny thing is Courtney works with the Greeks in Quinnipiac was there! YAY! So being so nice and friendly we immediately all interacted with the other school and took a picture with the black bear of the restaurant, Black Bear Saloon! Sarah actually knew one of the Greeks, Ivy, because I guess they grew up together which is awesome! We all sat down with a big group of about 22 all together and we sat and listened to awesome music choices that we requested, ate really good food, we had really great company, and finally we (Quinnipiac and Bridgewater) surprised both MB and Nicole (from Quinnipiac) with a birthday cake!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
AAAAAAAH! SO NICE!
It was a great way to end the night! FOR SURE! I love making new friends! Then while waiting for the bus to arrive we began to dougie. IT WAS AWESOME!
So far this experience is amazing and I absolutely love it!
NGLA LOVE <3
John Rodriguez! :)
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