So this is going to be the first one on my 101 list that I'm completing. Here goes nothing!
1. How old would you be if you didn't know how old you were?
I think I would be 45. I don't do a lot of things that people my age do. I'm not big on drinking or staying out all night. I work, go the gym, and occasionally do something with my friends and family. There are some days that I'm perfectly content to stay home. I hope that when I lose more weight and gain more confidence, I can let go of some of my fears and live more like someone who is 30.
2. Which is worse, failing or never trying?
Failing. I hate failing at something. I try so hard to be as perfect as I possibly can in all areas of my life. If I fail, I know that I CAN'T do something but if I don't try, the possibility that I can is still out there.
3. If life is so short, why do we do so many things we don't like and like so many things that we don't do?
It seems that from the time we're born, we all have expectations and responsibilities. Until we're adults, we do what our parents and teachers ask of us whether we want to or not. Later when we're adults we have bills, families, jobs, and can't just do whatever we want. We work at jobs that we hate so that we can have food on the table and a roof over our heads while wishing for things that we will never have.
4. When it's all said and done, will you have said more than you've done?
Yes. I come up with all these things that I want to do and want to try but for some reason or another, it tends to be all talk and little action. Working on this 101 things in 1001 days projet will hopefully remedy that.
5. What is the one thing you'd most like to change about the world?
I wish that drugs and substance abuse wasn't a problem. I don't know what the solution should be, but maybe if we can do a better job of educating people at a young age so that they can learn what kind of life they will have if this becomes a problem. It seems like every day you hear about the crime rate increasing and it all can be traced back to drugs.
6. If happiness was the national currency, what kind of work would make you rich?
I love makeup. I would be happy to do people's makeup all day and make them feel beautiful. Since I'm a lawyer, I think I'm in the wrong field for that, so maybe being a makeup artist can be my side job.
7. Are you doing what you believe in or are you settling for what you're doing?
I used to think that I made a difference in my job but lately it seems like I keep seeing the same people make the same mistakes and I wonder what role I had in their lives. I know that people are responsible for their own actions and I know that I can only do so much to help but it gets discouraging at times. My job tends to be a thankless one.
8. If the average life span was 40 years, how would you live your life differently?
I would have enjoyed my childhood more. I spent so much time wishing that I was older that I feel like I didn't take advantage of my youth like I should have. I also would get out more instead of spending all of my time at home by myself. Instead of wishing I could do things differently, I would get up and do those things.
9. To what degree have you actually controlled the course your life has taken?
I am fiercely independent and have always done things my own way, to a fault. People have given me advice and told me things based on their experiences, but I've always done things my way.
10. Are you more worried about doing things right or doing the right thing?
Definitely doing the right thing.
11. You are having lunch with three people you respect and admire. They all start criticizing a close friend of yours, not knowing she is your friend. The criticism is distasteful and unjustified. What do you do?
I would tell the three people that the person they are talking about is a friend of mine and that they don't know her like I know her. I would ask why they feel that way about her and clear up any misconceptions.
12. If you could offer a newborn child only one piece of advice, what would it be?
Enjoy the moment.
13. Would you break the law to save a loved one?
Absolutely.
14. Have you ever seen insanity where you later saw creativity?
I can't think of an example for that one.
15. What's something you know you do differently than most people?
I am closer to my parents than most people I know. I talk to my mom several times a day and consider her to be my best friend. I tell her everything. A lot of people I know aren't nearly as close to their parents.
16. How come things that make you happy don't make everyone happy?
Because we're all different. If we all liked the same things, the world would be a boring place.
17. What one thing have you not done that you really want to do? What's holding you back?
I would love to get married. I haven't been in a relationship in nearly 9 years. I don't know if I just haven't met the right person or that I have met the right person but haven't given him a chance.
18. Are you holding on to something that you need to let go of?
I am holding on to animosity toward someone who made me miserable for a long time. I want to let go and forgive that person and move on. It's something that I need to pray about.
19. If you had to move to a state or country besides the one you currently live in , where would you move and why?
After this snowy, cold winter we've had here in Kentucky, I would love to move to Florida! I love sunshine and sand!
20. Do you push the elevator button more than once? Do you really believe it makes the elevator faster?
No to both!
21. Would you rather be a worried genius or a joyful simpleton?
A joyful simpleton. Happiness is one of the most important qualities in life.
22. Why are you, you?
I am me because I have the most wonderful, supportive family who has loved and encouraged me all my life.
23. Have you been the kind of friend you want as a friend?
Not always. I'm very sensitive and tend to hold grudges and those aren't good qualities. In mitigation, I am a good listener and I am loyal to those I love. I also take a lot of pleasure in spending time with my friends--they make me happy and complete.
24. Which is worse--when a good friend moves away or losing touch with a good friend who lives right near you?
I'd say losing touch with a good friend who lives near you. When a good friend moves away, if the friendship is truly important to you, you make the effort to keep them in your life so they are not truly gone. Losing touch with a good friend who lives near you is sad because you (and or they) didn't put forth enough effort into the friendship.
25. What are you most grateful for?
My wonderful parents who have always been there for me and who I love more than anything!
No comments:
Post a Comment