By: Ava Jones For me, the spheres of impact act similarly to Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, but in a fluid, overlapping fashion. I believe that to have a positive impact on the world around us, introspection and self-acceptance are the first steps. Coming to terms with the self is the first building block of establishingContinue reading “Mapping Impact”
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My Life’s Impact
By: Angel-Amon Wildgoose My Life’s Impact Myself: I decide to pick my battles wisely; only I will have the consequence of sitting with my own actions and regrets, so I choose to take the high road in many situations. I create my own deadlines, limits, and boundaries. I seek peace always, and practice meditating/ water,Continue reading “My Life’s Impact”
Mapping Impact
By: Alanna Rivera Table set up for my pre-birthday / going away party since I will be turning 20 in Rome! To pour into myself and nurture who I am, I make time to fuel my body with whole foods and move itthrough exercise. In a world full of noise and distraction, I turn toContinue reading “Mapping Impact”
Mapping My Impact: How Small Moments Matter
By: Solangel Reyes Mapping My Impact: How Small Moments Matter When I think about impact, I don’t think of grand gestures. I think of the little things—how we speak to people, how we show up, and how we respond when things don’t go as planned. I really believe small, everyday choices have a ripple effect,Continue reading “Mapping My Impact: How Small Moments Matter”
The Spider Web of Influence
By: Michelle Heims Growing up, certain values were instilled in me starting at a young age. My parentstaught me the importance of valuing yourself, your inner circle, your community, and the world, and as I grew up I realized that these spheres all build on each other. If you are not taking care of yourself,Continue reading “The Spider Web of Influence”
Showing Up in D.C.: Thoughts from a 19-Year-Old Intern
By: Catalina Grieco Showing Up in D.C.: Thoughts from a 19-Year-Old Intern I’m writing this from my hotel room in Washington, D.C., still trying to process that I actually made it here. My internship for the Congressman doesn’t start for two more weeks but I had the opportunity to come to DC beforehand. I landedContinue reading “Showing Up in D.C.: Thoughts from a 19-Year-Old Intern”
Mapping Impact
By: Valerie Contreras Over the past semesters in college, I have gradually begun employing habits, routines, practices, and behaviors that have positively contributed to myself, my inner circle, my community, and the world. These practices stemmed from a time when I couldn’t help but view the world through a pessimistic lens. With so many negativeContinue reading “Mapping Impact”
Knowing My Myself
By: Joyce Bun How does each sphere of impact influence the next? How does “showing up” for yourself help you “show up” for others? Looking at the example given inside the prompt, I think a lot of it has to do with personal values. Based on my experiences and worldviews, I see it vastly differentContinue reading “Knowing My Myself”
Mapping Impact
By: Frances Alicea Myself By exercising 2-3 times a week, walking to school, and eating nutritious food are ways that take care of myself. I also enjoy watching TV and body cam footage. I do this as a way to relax and wind down. I go to therapy, and I try to make sure IContinue reading “Mapping Impact”
Meet Marina!
Hi everyone! My name is Marina Laguerre, and I’m a second-year student at Florida State University. I am majoring in Hospitality, Recreation, Tourism Management, and Human Rights and Social Justice. I’m originally from Tallahassee, Florida, born to Haitian immigrant parents. Thanks to the amazing community I’ve found here through student organizations and service opportunities. I’llContinue reading “Meet Marina!”
