LLG: Learned about Design Thinking and the methodology of problem solving. Learned that at the end of the day my strongest skill is to actively listen to people and their stories. By listening, I make them be heard, understood, and cared for. Another thing I learned is a pet peeve: people who say yea as a response to when you’re talking. Monotone yeas are the worst. I’d rather that they nod their head.

Gratitude goes to Human Side of Tech who hosted the workshop, to asking questions, building culture, exploring options, and understanding myself.

LLG: Learned today how much time I wasted on FB at any given time of day.  It’s amazing what you can do when you’re not on FB.  Also learned about taking care of my real self more so than my digital self.  For the longest time, I made an effort to take care of my digital identity, but now, I feel like it’s time to polish my real identity.  Sure someone can look me up online, but what if the internet is down? How will people remember me as? What do I stand for? What kind of impression am I making on them? Learned the importance of expression of feelings.  I don’t think someone can say that they’re happy without smiling.  In all honesty, I think happy is not the adjective I’d use to describe my status.  Looking at my phone, I haven’t taken a selfie in months.  I’ll be using selfies as a way to smile more.  I’ll fake it ‘til I can make it naturally.  

Gratitude goes to Project 137, my self-awareness, my decisions, my vision board, and the movie Heidi (1993). 

LLG: Learned it’s time for me to gradually disconnect myself from FB. I won’t deactivate it just yet, but I uninstalled it from my phone. People know how to reach me. I also learned I need to find my niche. I need to narrow my selling point and run with it. Once I have that squared away, I’ll soar away. I’ve learned to ask for what I want and be open to those who I care about.

Gratitude goes to my mom’s flan, the P2P meeting, my goals, the texts I receive, and hope.

LLG: learned that I dislike bitter caramel. Learned about a new spice called fenugreek. Makes my nose tingle like no other. Worse than any chile. Learned today that there are fights I choose not to get into, despite feeling strong about the topic. I think there’s always a time and place and certainly not worth arguing over with someone under the influence.

Gratitude goes to flan, cultural stories, ability to have dinner with someone with completely different views, learning about different cuisines, and chanterelle & matsutake mushrooms.

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