Once Upon A December
31st Decemmber, 2015
Today marks the last day of 2014!
An indescribable year filled with lots of new experience and memorable moments, following this journey with me the most amazing group of family and friends. Could not be anymore grateful for them :)
Here's to exciting adventures 2015 will bring!
Have I been keeping up with my New Years Resolutions?
3rd January, 2015
Get In Shape
The first few months, I complied a small list of routines and workouts in my spare time. In the morning, a few stretches were done, walked the dog and insisted on other options like walking than always relying on public transport or electronical ease such as elevators, escalators etc. Keeping up with the small substraction in addition to cutting down the junk food intake and persisiting on more healtier options with more nutritional value, somehow my weight dropped down to 45kg but by the end of the year I managed to get back to 50kg.
Manage My Time
Procrastination is the biggest weak point of my personality when it comes to self management. With people, organisation and time management is what I largely revolve around with, and am good at organising my time efficientially in order to accomplish tasks before reaching the deadline in a satisfactory level - not only that! I'm quite a perfectionist when it comes to my work!
However, with doing things for myself I tend to be a bit more careless and irresponsible with juggling tasks that needs to be done immediately and will do later. The small things that aren't as important becomes the top priorty in my to do list and vice versa.
But this year I have been working well with managing my time between work, schooling and social gatherings.
Do Well With Studies
Not meaning to brag but YES! I think I did pretty well this year (insert cheesy wink face here ;)
I struggled with working on assessments the night before and just getting a pass or credit, with no real proud feeling after working very hard and doing my best, but I worked hard in getting my mindset in the position where it's worth recieving high distinctions and recognition for.
I am not the type that can cram every information on the night before an exam is due, which has been a disadvantage for me during my highschool days when I haven't studied enough, so instead I worked at studying and learning things little by little and asking questions, trying to fully understand before applying the knowledge, therefore allows a more longer lasting and have a better effect in my schooling.
Be More Literate
Lately I have been obsessed with self-discovery and business management books.
One of my highly favorite recommended books is the '5 Love Lanaguages' by Gary Chapman
I have heard a few things long ago about people communicating in different love languages but hadn't understood its full impact till now, because of this book I was able to gain a bit of more understanding and has helped improve my relationships with people.
I have learnt that I really value quality time with my partner. Spending time listening and talking is a big YES for me in getting to know the person in a more intimate level. Without the ability to spend some time together with the attention that needs recieving, there's a bit of disconnection and distancing that I feel, and tend to not fully understand the person and miscommunication to evolve. Another big thing for me is physical touch, small actions like a hug, holding hands can create a sense of love that I feel and am very appreciative of it.
Get A Job/ Driver's License
The first few weeks of 2014, I passed my drivers exam! I am currently on my learners and have been driving around and dropping people off haha.
A Job
Officially I am a freelancer! I am currently doing a media degree, working my way up as a cinematographer, director and script writer. Although I have not
I am contracted as a wedding photographer and videographer for various companies. I fell in love with wedding photography the moment I stepped into it accidentally when I was hired for a wedding videography shoot for a sweet couple back in February sometime last year.
Without knowing anything about wedding detailing or videography using a DSLR, I decided to some research upon it.
Since then I have been attending weddings from Waverley to Berowra, local and destination weddings and have been working with my own company, and making my name known out there as a photographer who specialises in wedding photography and natural lighting.
Although I am have still a long way to go, I am very satisfied at the moment with my career. At this moment, I know I have a passion for wedding photography and videography and creating short films, docos and music videos that can be shared around and inspire people.
I will have a more in depth blogpost about my job in the media field shortly.
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Be More Confident and Outgoing
This has been a big impact to me working in the creative field, because I am constantly talking to my clients and colleagues about the latest trends and errors that needs fixing. I am still a bit awkward when it comes to directing the bride and groom but am proud to say that I have grown a lot since the beginning when I couldn't even mutter a word without going through it over my heading over and over again.
I realised that trying to impress someone and rehearsing right words to say over and over will only allow you to think of more negative options of what if... then you miss out that chance of getting to know the person more or focusing on the important stuff like getting a good shot.
Be More Grateful and Positive About Life
This has been a big one.. i think 2014 was a great year. Although it did have its positives and challenges, it was a time where I was tested both physically and mentally and grew as a person. Found out my likes and dislikes, made time for the important things and finally being able to accept who I am as a person and not try to be anyone else.
I think it's safe to say.. my new years resolutions of 2014 was PRETTY GEED!
Cheers for another great year! 2015!
Kind Regards,
Sharna
