A couple summers ago, Michelle decided that she wanted to start sewing as a hobby. With a lot of time and a lot of effort, she refined her skills to the point where she now runs a profitable Etsy shop (ClicheCreativity). Check out one of her most popular designs in the picture below!
Super cute, right? Like I said, Michelle debuted as a fashion designer last night at Provo Fashion Week. It was so much fun for me to be there and to see what Michelle had accomplished; I also took home a valuable lesson.
Michelle simply decided that she was going to do this and she did. She didn't let anyone tell her no, she didn't let deadlines stress her out, and she never gave up her passion. Michelle taught me the importance of going for it. One of my favorite quotes is by Henry David Thoreau, who said, "Go confidently in the direction of your dreams." To me, this quote captures what Michelle exemplifies. Last night at the fashion show, I relearned that if you want something, you should just go for it.
Because of this lesson, I want to be more confident in my pursuits. I have been thinking about how this especially applies to internships and jobs. I should not downgrade myself or my abilities, and if I want to apply for a job--or simply try something new--I should!
I am grateful for good friends and life lessons.
Your friend is awesome. I really admire a person who can find something they love and run with it. It says a lot about the person she is. For me, that's music. Someday, I want to do more with my musical talents. It's hard to find time to use my passion with all the demands of school, but I know it's important to pursue that love of mine, along with all my other more practical pursuits.
ReplyDeleteAlso, I love that you quoted Henry David Thoreau. Love that guy. Thanks for the post!