How to: Live Your Best Life
This past weekend I took a short but meaningful trip to the breath-taking city of Barcelona, Spain. Although I am currently living in the United Kingdom as part of a study abroad program, I genuinely realized how big the world is upon arriving in Spain. The culture shock was immediate, however I appreciated every tingle and surprise that it brought. Prior to coming to Europe, there were so many things I wanted to do, but I was scared. I would think too far ahead and convince myself that I was better off not trying. This leads me to say, living your best life involves a certain degree of uncertainty. You must take risks and make certain decisions, not knowing how they will turn out, but having faith that you've done everything necessary to ensure your success and growth.
Upon boarding the plane to the U.K., nervousness and anxiety plagued my mind. Those feelings were soon eased by the adventure that began as soon as I landed in London, however the cycle repeated itself on my trip to Barcelona. To live my best life means I must get out of my own way, because fear and adventure do not coincide with one another.
Lately, if the thought of something amazing scares me, I clench my jaw and go for it anyway. This isn't to be confused with being naive and making impulse choices. But sometimes it's best to just go with your gut and adjust later. In order to live your best life you must do more than exist. And what is the best part of it all? You can start right now.
Check out some more of the amazing photos I got while in barcelona!
