Showing posts with label focus. Show all posts
Showing posts with label focus. Show all posts
Friday, May 23, 2014
Fulbright Summer
Posted at: 10:02 AM
American University,
focus,
fulbright,
Fulbright Gateway Program,
gradschool,
learning,
MA,
travel,
University of California-San Diego,
vlog,
vlogging
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Ok you guys this summer is starting to take shape!
So today I finally got my Fulbright Gateway Program date. I'll be at UC-San Diego from Aug 11th to the 15th, then from there I'll probably go straight to American University in DC. I just realized this will be a cross country trip...oh my.
I'm not quite sure what to expect from the Gateway Program but it just seems like a wonderful networking activity for all the Fulbright Scholars and a nice intro to the next two years. There's probably a free t-shirt in there somewhere...
So for now I still have a few scholarships to work on but that'll be over in a couple weeks. After that I will quit my job! Then start planning some summer travel in Mexico and then my whole trip/transition to DC.
I've decided that I will incorporate a vlog starting at my Fulbright Orientation in July. This will be uploaded through my YouTube channel so you guys can see what I am up to and meet all the wonderful people that come across this journey. Of course I'll also be posting on this blog.
I am happy that things are shaping up, of course not without its bumps.
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
MFA
Posted at: 6:15 PM
film,
focus,
fulbright,
gradschool,
learning,
MFA,
USC
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Things are rolling pretty well. I have officially heard back from three universities.
I'm still deciding, making huge pro-con lists. I am also waiting to hear back from SCAD and Miami. If anything, I feel like the fight will be between SCAD and USC.
Somethings I am factoring in are:
-Program
-Professors
-Internship/Assistantship/Fellowship/ -ship opportunities
-Networking
-Facilities
-Community
-Cost of living
-Boyfriend
I am drawing inspiration from Paris Gellar's "Operation Finishline."
Yeah...I'm a wee bit intense.
I still have other paperwork ordeals to sort through and it's incredibly exhausting. I also keep thinking about where I will live and I have so many details I want to figure out but I can't yet. I am basically stressing myself out ahead of time.
I guess I will just take things as they come.
In the meantime here is a timeline:
April 15th- DECISION DAY!!!
That is the only date I need to know.
Somethings I am factoring in are:
-Program
-Professors
-Internship/Assistantship/Fellowship/ -ship opportunities
-Networking
-Facilities
-Community
-Cost of living
-Boyfriend
I am drawing inspiration from Paris Gellar's "Operation Finishline."
Yeah...I'm a wee bit intense.
I still have other paperwork ordeals to sort through and it's incredibly exhausting. I also keep thinking about where I will live and I have so many details I want to figure out but I can't yet. I am basically stressing myself out ahead of time.
I guess I will just take things as they come.
In the meantime here is a timeline:
April 15th- DECISION DAY!!!
That is the only date I need to know.
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Ahimsa
I've been feeling sort of down and distant with my surroundings. Oddly, I am very in tune with myself. I understand that it isn't healthy to keep things bottled up but on the other hand it's hard when you can't find anyone to talk to or don't want to aggravate someone with your issues.
Yesterday, I encountered this:
AHIMSA
A Sanskrit word which encompasses compassion, awareness, self-care, and peace in the spirit of non-violence. This means, non-violence towards yourself and others.
It takes me back to the "Golden Rule" of my elementary school: treat others the way you want to be treated. In reading about this, I did find peace.
So, I'd like to share this bit of knowledge with those of you who stumble across my blog.
1. Do no harm.
2. Stop using the words: I can't, Fat, Stupid, and Brutal Honesty.
3. Conscious action.
These steps can be taken to many lengths, some I can adapt to my lifestyle, others seem more difficult. Like, not eating meat. Ok, fine, I admit I am not eating much meat now but that is totally because cooking meat for one person is not that fun. However, a nice New York Strip...grilled...with steamed veggies. I can though look for free range meat whenever possible.
I know that this may be difficult but I really do want to live in a better way. I noticed that my isolation has taken some tolls in my personal life that I had not encountered before but I also know that I am strong enough to work through my issues. With a little guidance, I CAN!
Like...last night. Did my first handstand EVER! I sought out some guidance from yogis and step by step I got on my hands and was able to lift one leg off the wall.
I leave you with those three steps. Try and find the inner peace, guidance, and possitivity within you. I will. I need it.
For further reading:
http://www.doyouyoga.com/4-phrases-actions-promote-self-care/
http://www.doyouyoga.com/how-about-you-try-a-little-ahimsa/
Yesterday, I encountered this:
AHIMSA
A Sanskrit word which encompasses compassion, awareness, self-care, and peace in the spirit of non-violence. This means, non-violence towards yourself and others.
It takes me back to the "Golden Rule" of my elementary school: treat others the way you want to be treated. In reading about this, I did find peace.
So, I'd like to share this bit of knowledge with those of you who stumble across my blog.
1. Do no harm.
2. Stop using the words: I can't, Fat, Stupid, and Brutal Honesty.
3. Conscious action.
These steps can be taken to many lengths, some I can adapt to my lifestyle, others seem more difficult. Like, not eating meat. Ok, fine, I admit I am not eating much meat now but that is totally because cooking meat for one person is not that fun. However, a nice New York Strip...grilled...with steamed veggies. I can though look for free range meat whenever possible.
I know that this may be difficult but I really do want to live in a better way. I noticed that my isolation has taken some tolls in my personal life that I had not encountered before but I also know that I am strong enough to work through my issues. With a little guidance, I CAN!
Like...last night. Did my first handstand EVER! I sought out some guidance from yogis and step by step I got on my hands and was able to lift one leg off the wall.
I leave you with those three steps. Try and find the inner peace, guidance, and possitivity within you. I will. I need it.
For further reading:
http://www.doyouyoga.com/4-phrases-actions-promote-self-care/
http://www.doyouyoga.com/how-about-you-try-a-little-ahimsa/
Sunday, January 12, 2014
Universities
Posted at: 10:49 AM
applications,
focus,
fulbright,
gradschool,
MFA,
work
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I am applying to five different schools but all for an MFA or MA in Film.
- USC School of Cinematic Arts. I was accepted there last year, to start in Spring 2013 but because of lack of funding I had to decline. So I applied again! Now with a scholarship in hand.
- Savannah College of Art and Design. It's beautiful. What I mean is the curriculum is great, the vibe is great, the internship opportunities are amazing, it seems like a great fit after my alma mater. In a nut shell it's a great fit.
- American University. I love DC, the program looks good. However, I would apply as an MA because it's the only program that offers cinematography.
- University of Miami. Except for the fact that its in Miami...The program looks promising. Plus there are opportunities in Prague and Greece. The facilities look great too.
- New York Film Academy. I'm still on the fence about this one. My placement officer recommended it but the reviews I have read online don't seem all that promising. However, the program looks fantastically intense. If I get accepted this will call for a huge pro/con list.
So yeah, these are my schools. I have to do a lot, A LOT, of intense work this week in order to get everything done by Saturday.
