I was listening to a podcast yesterday and one thing the speaker said resonated with me. When people say, "The year was rough" it could be pretty relative. For some it's rejection, for some it's the loss of a loved one, for some it could be betrayal, or even not travelling to as many countries.
That is why it is important to have an outlook of gratitude and never compare anyone's wins to yours. One major experience that shaped me this year was the ability to never lose my joy. I had my share of rejections and some still hurt, but I also had the pleasure of experiencing so many many new and exciting things. I went through my 2022 gallery this evening and couldn't help but smile. I would encourage you to do the same.
So 2023 is here and there's so much you want to do. Can I at least tell you not to put pressure on yourself? Take your time to plan, research and reflect. If you're feeling overwhelmed, start by writing one goal you want to achieve by the end of 2023 and map out how you'll get there.
These resources might help too!💫
1. Opportunity Desk: Get access to opportunities across the globe. From Fellowships, scholarships, contests to internships all in one space. https://opportunitydesk.org/
2. GetIn Edu Consult: For application tips and tricks.
https://linktr.ee/getinedu?fbclid=PAAaZEZhe2oaZB2fiIdlaz1KmpVoDC4LaQToVR1bAS78Go1vjS0-kaCqlhqdE
3. Podcasts: People who listen to podcasts will tell you that it is one of the best ways to retain information and they are not lying. Listen to BBC, Ted Talks Daily, Voice of Change by Jumoke Adenowo and many more inspiring channels.
4. Hubspot: Get a free email signature using Hubspot. This is for people who like to give their emails a touch of professionalism.
https://www.hubspot.com/email-signature-generator?utm_source=create-signature
5. Doodle: The fastest and easiest way to set up appointments, meetings, etc.
6. The Noun Project: For free icons and photos
7. MasterClass: I was gifted membership last year and this was a game changer for me in 2022. You get to learn from your fav changemakers and leaders across the globe.
8. Academic Research: This is a LinkedIn post that highlights hidden sites that will aid your research and academic work.
9. YouVersion Bible App: Looking for something to aid your spiritual growth, then go for this Bible App. Shoutout to one of my favourite persons for introducing me to this app. It really helped me and I'm thankful to her everytime.
10. Heritage Sanmi-Lawal: Am I a resource? No👀. But I'm a gift that keeps giving so stay in touch with me on LinkedIn and Instagram. I also think keeping in touch with Her Dream Initiative will do you plenty good. We have so many exciting advocacy and empowerment projects aimed at women and girls in 2023.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heritage-sanmi-lawal-433a14163
Instagram: https://instagram.com/hsanmilawal?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Her Dream Initiative: https://msha.ke/herdream.initiative/#her-dream-initiative
I would also like to thank every reader of this blog post. You are the real MVP!
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