Natural Hair Videos

Hello, and happy Saturday!

Today I actually wanted to give an update on one of the projects I have decided to continue. I have decided to make hair videos about natural hair to show the styles and techniques that I do. If I could describe my hair, I would say that it is very thick, black, and super coily. It's course and has a 4b 4c texture. I am constantly trying to figure out new ways to make my hair care quicker and easier. For now I do have a specific method, and I may share it in the future if anyone is interested.

So far I have created two new videos, and I'll leave them down below if you want to take a look. Making videos can be so cringe worthy, but I do admit it is fun.

Lisa

Here are my two new videos:

After College: My Interview Experience #1

My search for a job after graduation has been quite...interesting.  When I first got emailed for a job interview, I was super excited. It was a job within the public relations field, entry level, and the ad said they were looking for recent grads. I thought it was the perfect opportunity. At least, until I got there.

I drove 3 hours to get to the company. It was in a city right outside of Atlanta, and as I drove into the parking lot everything seemed so great, and I tried to imagine myself working there. That completely changed once I found the offices. When I walked in, with portfolio in hand, I was given a chart from the receptionist, and was told to write out my resume. I sat down on a couch in the waiting area with 3-4 other girls, and realized it was actually two companies sharing one part of the building. A tall man came out, and called someone, and they went to right side of the offices. After a few minutes they came back out shook hands, and the same man then went to the left side. Soon my name was called. I said, "Hello", then shook his hand. After we sat within an office, he told me about the company and asked me a few questions about the chart I filled out. After 5 minutes, it was over. He didn't even look at my portfolio. He wasn't unkind per say, but I found out I had been lied to. 

The post about the job was about public relations (writing, publications, social media), and said that training was provided. At the interview I found out it was really Sales. They hired recent graduates so they could sell products like cable tv packages within a "vendor location" aka Sam's Club.  You had to drive all over Atlanta to sell products, and only get paid minimum wage. Possibly commission as well. If that's what they were hiring for, why not just say that in the job description? Why be so deceptive? I had driven 3 hours for a five minute interview, and it was for a position I didn't even apply to. I left the place with such a bad vibe. I learned my lesson though. I avoided every similar job description after that. I felt so scammed. As I drove the 3 hours back home, I told myself I would never do it again.

Well, that was my first experience with interviews outside of college. My next one ended up with me in the ER!

Well until next time,

Lisa 

P.S. Beware of companies that sound similar to “Looking for entry-level xxxx, to fill blah blah. Recent graduates apply, No experience necessary, will train. Looking to fill (insert bulleted list of claimed positions).

Not finding a job after college

The past four months for me have been filled with frustration, contentment, and exploration. When I graduated in July, I moved back home when my lease was up. I was determined not to stay here long, and even refused to buy a bed for about a month. But then came the fear. Not the fear of not being able to find a job, but the fear of putting myself out there, having endless possibilities. I was afraid to apply.

I wasn't like a lot of my other classmates who applied for jobs during the school year, so they could start working in the Fall. I just got a summer internship, and didn't want to worry about job hunting until it was over. My internship experience was interesting, but still not an actual paying job.

Now that it is November, I have been feeling like I'm just not good enough and have been wondering why. I have a good resume (in my opinion), I have entry level experience, but I haven't even been called back for a regular office assistant job that you don't even need a degree for. I had brief thoughts of 'why did I go to college anyway?'

However, before this job search, I prayed that the doors that I'm supposed to go through be opened, and the ones I'm not to be closed. Still the process is frustrating when the only jobs that call me for interviews seem like scams. I went to one interview that completely turned me off and avoided similar jobs. (ones that have the same exact description but different names).

That was the frustration...

After that I got way too content. I didn't even start applying to jobs until about September because of fear, and then I got to content with my situation at home. Don't ask me how because Lord knows I want my own space, quickly, so I can get out of here. But, it is easy to get comfortable in your situation.

But, then I got to explore possibilities if people didn't want to hire me. I would make my own dang business. I started writing, determined that I would become the next best seller (which I hope is true), and create my own branding business. I can do it, but that comes with a lot of planning. honestly it seems like my best bet at the moment. So the future....

Anyway, life after college is a journey. I kinda hate it, but I like it as well because I do have a lot of freedom, and no responsibilities at the moment. Honestly its not bad, but constantly getting rejected with no explanation can really wear you down. *sigh*

With love,
Lisa

Baptism: Action vs Words or Action with Words

On my journey with Christ, I have met different people who don't believe Baptism is a requirement. They view it as only symbolic, but not necessary, as long as you have confessed aloud or in your heart. This has never sat well with me because baptism has always been apart of my church life and culture.

Why would Jesus get baptized if we only needed to confess (speak) our allegiance? He's literally the son of God, and serves as an example for us in the world. Why would John be baptizing followers, if it wasn't just as important?

After reading and analyzing, I know that actions and words are connected and important. Aren't actions greater than words when it comes to people and loyalty? You can say something, but not really mean it. You can say you are Christian, but not live it. So for me, Confessing Christ as our Lord and Savior is just as important as performing the action of Baptism. Because again, when it comes to people, actions are always greater than words. 

In 1 Peter 3:21, It talks about how the water saved only eight people in the days of Noah, and that this water"...symbolizes baptism that now saves you also-not the removal of dirt from the body but the pledge of a clear conscience toward God. 

This also reminded me of John 13:23. "Jesus replied, "Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them and we will come to them and make our home with them. "

This is one example that shows that action is important when it comes to God. Ultimately, as people we perform what we feel. If you love someone, you show it. 

That's why to me, actually getting baptized is important. Saying or Confessing is one step, and Performing is another. So, why not go get dunked. I think it's an awesome experience. 

Lisa

p.s. This is completely open for discussion. If you have any comments please leave them below. 

Hello Again, and Life After Graduation :0

Wow!

Long time no see...or write. It has been an interesting year, and I have finally graduated from college. I have a few experiences to share, like my summer internship, and a new journey about looking for a job. I really want to find something I like! I can't just be satisfied with the usual 8 hour work day unless I really enjoy it. I want to do something different all the time, travel, and just live free. Hopefully I can find something I like.

I figured I would start a mini series about life after graduation, and have started by making a video about it. I have decided to  record the journey. So, the first part of it is called. "The Search". I'll post it below if you're interested.

With love,

Lisa

Give Journaling a Shot

For the past month, I have started something new. Journaling. There was no specific reason, I just had the urge to do it this summer. I gave it a try around the middle of August, and have discovered a few benefits of doing so.

1) Its Euphoric. It releases tension. The first day I wrote in my new journal, I guess I wasn't having the best of days. But, as soon as I finished writing, I had a feeling of peace. Like my mind had just gone through a catharsis. 

2) Emotional Self-Discovery. Sometimes people don't know what emotions they are experiencing. Meaning, sometimes you have no idea what exactly you are feeling, and why you feel that way. Writing your thoughts out can help you discover what those feelings are. And, once that happens, you will feel better because you can understand the situation better.

3) You can see how much you have changed. Maybe you have tried journaling before. Have you ever looked back at an old one? What was your personality like? What did you like and dislike? What habits did you have? Have you improved yourself or accomplished past goals? Have you been stagnant? Keeping a journal allows you to look back, and see how much you've changed, or stayed the same.

4) You discover the deeper parts of yourself. When you write, you may surprise yourself. Are you someone who keeps things bottled up? Do you even notice if you do? There are so many layers to each of us. and writing thoughts, feelings, and your experiences, can help you discover those layers. You may be more complex than you think, or a lot more simple!

5) It tells your story. A diary or journal is a place where you can let everything and anything out. You may even find yourself afraid to write those things down. But, it tells the story of your life. A story those around you may or may not ever know. Its an untold one, where you can look back and say "Wow!" This is my life.

6) Good mental health. Mental health is soooo important. Writing things down, and not keeping this bottled up, is a good way to have good mental health. 

So, Why not give journaling a try. There are so many different kinds. Writing ones, art ones, and scrapbook like ones. Here is a video that I thought was both inspiring and nostalgic in a way. 

Anyway until next time,

Lisa

College Survival: Making friends, loneliness, and losing friends.

Hello everyone! Today I have a different sort of post. In this part of my College Survival series I made a video. School is about to start up again, and I think these are great tips for someone just entering a new campus. So if you are interested, check it out.

Feel free to comment about any suggestions you have for this new time.

With love,

Lisa