Melanated THE COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY ACTION FOR BLACK LIVES INITIATIVE NEWSLETTER SEPTEMBER 2021
September Musings There is a saying that goes, "eyes too big for
Even in a culture that is finally
one's own appetite." With the beginning of a
promoting self-care, it still feels like
new school year, opportunities proliferate. All
more of an ideal than a practice.
of us spent the last 18 months indoors, and let's not forget the exorbitant tuition costs
Let our message serve as a guide for the
that propel us to overindulge on opportunity.
rest of your semester: b a l a n c e is the key to success. Your wellness manifests,
It is also fair to say that most of us are "go-
for the better or worse, in everything
getters" and want to make an impact in
that you do. Not every opportunity is
whatever spaces we are in...and...many of us
meant to be pursued! Hear that again.
are yes people (yes, we went there).
Not every opportunity is meant to be pursued.
For this month, our focus is B A L A N C E. Look at your schedule and ask yourself, "Does what I am taking on truly promote my wellbeing? Do my classload and engagements allow me to be fully present and to make the impact I desired when stepping into that space? Am I breathing?"
You got this, fam. You know you do. Don't be an impediment to your success by busying yourself into oblivion and breakdown. Sending you love light ✨