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The Benefits of Journaling

Posted on December 19, 2023December 23, 2023 by DeAndreaAshanelle

Journaling is my favorite form of therapy.

I first started journaling in college as an outlet when I was feeling down and I was pretty inconsistent with it.

However, last year I started to get into it more and I journal almost daily now whether I am in a good mood or a bad. It has become very therapeutic because I am able to get all my thoughts on paper and process all of my emotions. This may sound weird but I used to struggle with identifying my emotions, but with journaling and some other things I feel much more in tune with myself.

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Make Working Out Fun with Classpass

Posted on December 24, 2022January 2, 2023 by DeAndreaAshanelle

I signed up for ClassPass a month ago to explore workout classes in my area. I learned about the app through my friend who has access as a work perk. She started using her credits to attend pilates classes at The Jungle Dallas and it looked cool.

I decided to sign up for a free trial with Classpass versus a membership with The Jungle because I only wanted to go occasionally with my friend. When I initially signed up for the free trial, I forgot about it and did not use it.

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I put in my two weeks notice without another job

Posted on March 26, 2022April 14, 2022 by DeAndreaAshanelle

Today, March 25th, I put in my two weeks notice at work. I am nervous and scared but most of all excited because I know that there is something greater out there for me.

My job has been amazing in regards to the people I work with, the benefits (salary and 401k match), and professional development opportunities (Toastmasters). However, the job or work I do is not where I see myself long-term and I feel that I am holding myself back if I stay in this position. Lately, every morning I dread getting out of bed and I am afraid it’s starting to show in my work.

Next steps

I am taking a leap of faith and quitting my job without another one lined up. I will be living off of my emergency fund and plan to get a part-time job to supplement that until I find a job I enjoy.

I will be intentional on this job search. I am holding myself responsible for not taking the first job I am offered just because. I am really focusing on choosing a company I am interested in and can grow with. If I am being honest though, I can feel my natural instinct kicking in and me just wanting to get another job as quickly as can so I don’t have to wonder where my next paycheck is coming from.

Currently, I am looking at recruiter positions because I enjoy speaking with people and this type of role will give me that and more autonomy and independence in the work I do. I have also been looking into some sales positions with companies that I believe in.

My ideal job requirements:

Hyrbid or in-person (remote is okay but I need some human interaction; if remote would have to be able to work from coffee shop or something)
$60,000 (desirable) but I am willing to compromise for a job that I enjoy
Generous PTO (1 1/2 vacation days a month)
Amazing team culture and personal development opportunities(supportive, mentoring)
No start-ups (wants longevity)

**Feelings immediately after putting in two notice**

Excited but scared and nervous. Regret because now I have no money coming in and bills to pay. I am excited because I am going to take the steps to create a life I love from the bottom up.

**Feelings one week after putting in two notice**

I feel good. I took half days from work every day this week and I enjoyed those days to myself. Most days I sat down and just relaxed. I had a few job interviews scheduled so I also attended those. I am crossing my fingers that something positive comes from these interviews.

03/30/2022

I finally got to see what it is like to work from a coffee shop. I went to George Coffee & Provision coffee shop to knock out some work and change up the scenery. I posted an Instagram photo and created some graphics on Canva to post about the book “Bad with Money”.

03/31/2022

Good news I got invited for a final interview with a company that I am excited about. Also, my manager from my current employer reached out to me about potentially staying with the company and if she could provide any feedback as I move on to my next steps.

**Feelings two week after putting in two notice**

Coming soon

Pick Yourself and Try Again

Posted on February 28, 2021June 27, 2021 by DeAndreaAshanelle

Notice: I wrote this article a year or so ago, but I still think it is worth sharing. Around this time, I had just started to get back on my feet after getting my full-time job after a season of uncertainty. Let’s take a jump into November-December 2019.

Okay, first off let me start by saying I apologize for going MIA. I have just been overwhelmed by the number of changes that I have occurred in my life since August 2019. Most of them really good except for the fact I damaged my big toe (it no longer bends anymore and got a cyst on my shoulder (which is so ugly to look at), I am trying not to stress over it. I will be honest those two things are making me really sad. However, there has been some good news.

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