I have realized that in this short life we have nothing to lose. Dive into new things and make brand new friends. Speak the truth, be kind, and spread love. After all, what do you have to lose?
Laugh more than you cry, but cry when necessary. Take a break. Go on an adventure. After all, what do you have to lose?
Travel the world. Sit in your bed and watch movies all day. Write a story. Read a book. After all, what do you have to lose?
Go on a run. Lay out to stargaze. Take a nap. Stay up all night talking to friends. After all, what do you have to lose?
Eat good food. Go to bed early. Sing a song. Play with a small child. Walk the dog. After all, what do you have to lose?
Nothing, right? Those are the easy things. They're the things that affect you. But what about others? Do you have something to lose?
Take a stand. Protect the ones you love. Be brave. Be mature. After all, what do you have to lose?
Support something you believe in. Speak the words you believe to be true. Live out your morals and keep your standards high. After all, you've got everything to lose. But if you stay a sincere and genuine person, the world somehow will repay you in wondrous ways.
Monday, February 24, 2014
Sunday, February 16, 2014
The Breakfast Club
We're all pretty bizarre. Some of us are just better at hiding it, that's all.
The Breakfast Club is such an interesting movie. It's funny, really, because it isn't actually all that interesting of a story. There is no alternate universe, forbidden love, battle sequence, mystery that needs to be solved, or dramatic ending. It's just a group of five kids sitting in detention on a Saturday. What's so special about that? Well, let me tell you: Everything.
This movie demonstrates how so many stereotypes are just that. They're stereotypes. There is so much more to them. Each person is an individual and categorizing them into stereotypes serves no real purpose.
First there is John Bender the "criminal". He's your typical badass that breaks all the rules and has zero boundaries. Basically, he is the classic bad boy. Next you have "athlete" Andrew Clark. He's an in shape wrestler who hangs with all the sporty kids. Of course there is the "nerd" Brian Johnson. He is the one who doesn't have girlfriends and is not considered popular at all. The "basket case" is Allison Reynolds. This girl is really a mess and does not have her life together at all. Finally you have the "princess" Claire Standish.
All five of these kids are just categorized as a criminal. athlete, nerd, basket case, and princess. The Breakfast Club is a realistic interpretation of high school because real world high schools are made up of stereotypes. There are the jocks, druggies, band geeks, nerds, try hards, cheerleaders, preps, overly nice people, overly mean people, and everything else in between.
Stereotypes are judging books by their covers.
You later learn that Allison the basket case is actually a compulsive liar who has to visit a psychiatrist. The athlete named Andrew hates his father and is constantly pressured to be better than everyone else. The brainy Brian has considered suicide as an easier option that holding all A's. John the criminal is physically and verbally abused by his parents. Even princess Claire is constantly teased for being a virgin.
All five kids have a dark secret that they are finally able to share with a group of practical strangers. They bond over their differences and even find love. They make friends in an unexpected place: detention.
Now I'm not saying go off and get yourself stuck in Saturday detention (this isn't the 80's people), but why not broaden your horizons. Maybe your new best friend is in a clique you'd never regularly associate with. Perhaps the love of your life is friends with a group of kids who intimidates you. Whatever the case, just open up your heart.
Take some advice from The Breakfast Club and realize that life is an imperfect place. Make new friends and take chances. You've really got nothing to lose.
The Breakfast Club is such an interesting movie. It's funny, really, because it isn't actually all that interesting of a story. There is no alternate universe, forbidden love, battle sequence, mystery that needs to be solved, or dramatic ending. It's just a group of five kids sitting in detention on a Saturday. What's so special about that? Well, let me tell you: Everything.
This movie demonstrates how so many stereotypes are just that. They're stereotypes. There is so much more to them. Each person is an individual and categorizing them into stereotypes serves no real purpose.
First there is John Bender the "criminal". He's your typical badass that breaks all the rules and has zero boundaries. Basically, he is the classic bad boy. Next you have "athlete" Andrew Clark. He's an in shape wrestler who hangs with all the sporty kids. Of course there is the "nerd" Brian Johnson. He is the one who doesn't have girlfriends and is not considered popular at all. The "basket case" is Allison Reynolds. This girl is really a mess and does not have her life together at all. Finally you have the "princess" Claire Standish.
All five of these kids are just categorized as a criminal. athlete, nerd, basket case, and princess. The Breakfast Club is a realistic interpretation of high school because real world high schools are made up of stereotypes. There are the jocks, druggies, band geeks, nerds, try hards, cheerleaders, preps, overly nice people, overly mean people, and everything else in between.
Stereotypes are judging books by their covers.
You later learn that Allison the basket case is actually a compulsive liar who has to visit a psychiatrist. The athlete named Andrew hates his father and is constantly pressured to be better than everyone else. The brainy Brian has considered suicide as an easier option that holding all A's. John the criminal is physically and verbally abused by his parents. Even princess Claire is constantly teased for being a virgin.
All five kids have a dark secret that they are finally able to share with a group of practical strangers. They bond over their differences and even find love. They make friends in an unexpected place: detention.
Now I'm not saying go off and get yourself stuck in Saturday detention (this isn't the 80's people), but why not broaden your horizons. Maybe your new best friend is in a clique you'd never regularly associate with. Perhaps the love of your life is friends with a group of kids who intimidates you. Whatever the case, just open up your heart.
Take some advice from The Breakfast Club and realize that life is an imperfect place. Make new friends and take chances. You've really got nothing to lose.
"When you grow up, your heart dies."
Well I'm telling you to not let that happen. Go live life and defy all standards. Until next time xxx.
Wednesday, February 5, 2014
Three Words: I Love You
This week, I've been absolutely bombarded with homework, papers, and tests. I genuinely apologize for the lack in posts because I hope you all love reading as much as I love writing. (P.S. Thank you for over 2,500 views on Little Thoughts, Big Ideas). I did want to post something small and a bit thought provoking.
The words "I love you," are so small. Three words and three syllables. Sometimes they can be said in a haste. Other times they can be deep and meaningful.
The one thing I truly hate about saying love is that love is such a deep emotion. Hate is fairly deep as well. What really is love? I think it is feeling so strong about something that you would do absolutely anything to keep it. Love is so much bigger than it's definition. Love is not just a word and "I love you," is not just a phrase. It's a deeper emotion than some of us can even wrap our head around.
We all know what love is. We just don't know how to word it. Sometimes, people mix emotions and confuse things for love. If you have to convince yourself you love someone or something, you probably don't.
Never say, "I love you," if you aren't 100% positive. Understanding yourself first is key.
Remember to love whole heartedly! Until next time xxx.
The words "I love you," are so small. Three words and three syllables. Sometimes they can be said in a haste. Other times they can be deep and meaningful.
The one thing I truly hate about saying love is that love is such a deep emotion. Hate is fairly deep as well. What really is love? I think it is feeling so strong about something that you would do absolutely anything to keep it. Love is so much bigger than it's definition. Love is not just a word and "I love you," is not just a phrase. It's a deeper emotion than some of us can even wrap our head around.
We all know what love is. We just don't know how to word it. Sometimes, people mix emotions and confuse things for love. If you have to convince yourself you love someone or something, you probably don't.
Never say, "I love you," if you aren't 100% positive. Understanding yourself first is key.
Remember to love whole heartedly! Until next time xxx.
Monday, February 3, 2014
Shuffling It Up- Ultimate iPod Playlist
This was inspired by Mackenzie herself. Then Hannah copied Mackenzie, so now I am copying both of them. It is such a fun idea and I am almost nervous to see what 10 songs pop up on my iPod. All you have got to do is click shuffle! I added a little bonus and picked one word I thought best described the song (at least how it makes me feel). So here you go:
1. Defying Gravity by cast of Wicked
Empowering
3. Lucky by Jason Mraz (feat. Colbie Caillat)
Precious
4. Girl on Fire by Alicia Keys
Motivational
5. Goodnight Goodnight by Maroon 5
Bittersweet
6. Locked out of Heaven by Bruno Mars
Energetic
7. All About You by McFly
Sweet
8. Skins by Zola Jesus
Tragic
9. Somewhere Over the Rainbow by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole
Beautiful
10. Video Games by Lana Del Rey
Sad
BONUS! I had to include this song, because I typically hate country, but love the story in this song.
11. Travelin' Soldier by Dixie Chicks
I hope you enjoyed this list! It is just what came on when I clicked shuffle. If you have never heard any of these songs I would totally recommend listening to them. Let me know what you think! Until next time xxx.
1. Defying Gravity by cast of Wicked
Empowering
2. Bluebird by Christina Perri
Lovely
3. Lucky by Jason Mraz (feat. Colbie Caillat)
Precious
4. Girl on Fire by Alicia Keys
Motivational
5. Goodnight Goodnight by Maroon 5
Bittersweet
6. Locked out of Heaven by Bruno Mars
Energetic
7. All About You by McFly
Sweet
8. Skins by Zola Jesus
Tragic
9. Somewhere Over the Rainbow by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole
Beautiful
10. Video Games by Lana Del Rey
Sad
BONUS! I had to include this song, because I typically hate country, but love the story in this song.
11. Travelin' Soldier by Dixie Chicks
I hope you enjoyed this list! It is just what came on when I clicked shuffle. If you have never heard any of these songs I would totally recommend listening to them. Let me know what you think! Until next time xxx.
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