Happy New Year! The Empowered You Blog is officially back. I hope you're doing well and that 2022 is off to a wonderful start. I'm glad to be back in San Antonio after visiting my family in Rome for Christmas. It was the first time I was able to embrace my mother in nearly a year and a half. I still can't believe the amount of time we were apart because of the pandemic. In that space, I did a lot of reflecting on intentions and goals for the new year. As we dive into 2022, I

Give yourself the space to learn and understand yourself through all the phases.

We can only find our own rhythm once we stop comparing ourselves to other people’s lives and success.

Always remember why you are pursuing your own dreams and never lose sight of that.

The best version of ourselves is here and now, because the present moment is all that exists.

If you can stand up for yourself and stand proudly, that’s all that matters.

Moments in nature have allowed me to simply pause, disconnect, and let go.

You're a human first, and a journalist second. 

Whatever you do in life, make sure at the end of the day, it brings you happiness. 

Imagine for a moment what a great deal we could accomplish if we simply tried to understand each other.

In order for empowerment to grow, it must come from people who accept and support each other.

Each new day is a gift. It's another opportunity to live in the now.

The only two things that you can control are your effort and your attitude.

You are never alone in anything that you do. Believe in yourself and believe in others.

You have to be your biggest fan. As long as you know what your dreams are and what you truly want, that is all you need.

If you allow yourself to be fully present, you are able to create more space for listening and understanding.

This time has allowed us to build even stronger relationships with the people we love.

Staying centered is what will give us the strength. Be kind with yourself.

Let's remember to practice self-awareness. Re-assess and reflect.

You have to allow yourself to fail in order to grow. Accepting that is what will give you the freedom to trust the process.