Tag: be brave

  • The Commencement Speech I Wasn’t Invited To Give

    The Commencement Speech I Wasn’t Invited To Give

    I’ve never been invited to give a commencement speech. Not like I have any tremendous life accomplishment to warrant such a grandiose invite. But that doesn’t stop me from feeling like I’d have a kick-ass speech. I mean, I’d give it in my usual awkward style, probably make some joke at my expense in the…

  • Quit Putting Yourself Down: When Poking Fun Isn’t Funny

    Quit Putting Yourself Down: When Poking Fun Isn’t Funny

    I like horse shows. I like the energy; I like getting dressed up and seeing what Gangster and I can do. I like to show because it pushes me to become a better rider, it forces me to practice things that I otherwise might avoid. But I also hate showing, it’s terrifying and stressful and I…