The Non-Dairy Queen

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Case Study Complete, Now We Wait...

Well, I finished the course...

It is the weirdest feeling to complete something that you work so hard for and then wait...

I shut down completely yesterday and focused completely on my case study. I think it kind of freaked Tony out since he kept checking on me. I was so quiet and focused. I had to give it everything I had and I really think I did.

Now I have to get my CPR/AED certification. I had no idea it was so expensive. Yes, I'm cheap and while I have no problem putting money towards my education, when it comes down to spending $100 for a one day study, that kind of overwhelms me. I have no choice though or I don't get my certification. So, I have to suck it up and pay the price!

All of this kind of led me to thinking about something today. When I finally finished my case study and pushed the send button, I realized that I have one of the most important parts of the reason I want to help others with nutrition and health...I have you guys, an incredible support system.

I'm bringing this up because I really do believe that having people around you to support you in your path is so important for success. Negativity will only hold us back and I am so guilty of letting people that don't support me make me believe that I am less than I am or that I don't deserve great things. I realize now that I am worth it and I while I may not be perfect and things may not come out as planned, at least I tried and learned along the way.

Over the past year, I have learned so much about people. I have met some amazing people (online and in person) and (luckily) I already knew some amazing people. Being another year older and hopefully wiser, I am going to focus on surrounding myself with these good people. I've had enough thinking about the bad people and wishing they were more or allowing them to control my thoughts. It's a waste of time and energy for me. Thank you to all of you that stand by me and support me. You really do make a difference!

Now it's time to work on a business plan...

Labels: about me, product reviews

posted by Sarena Shasteen - The Non-Dairy Queen @ 6:30 AM

15 Comments:

At January 17, 2012 at 7:23 AM, Stephanie P said…

Good for you lady. I think you are truly talented and inspiring! I wish you all the success in the world.
At January 17, 2012 at 8:38 AM, Pure2raw twins said…

Congrats!!! AND TOTALLY agree with you on that being surrounded by positive supportive people makes all the difference and more!!! I wish you all the best in 2012 :)
again congrats so happy for you!!

xoxo
Lori and Michelle
At January 17, 2012 at 10:46 AM, Paige said…

Woot woot!! You're going to be amazing, Sarena! Congrats :)
At January 17, 2012 at 11:55 AM, Amy B @ Second City Randomness said…

Good luck on the case study! And I totally hear ya on how I feel about spending money on certain things. It seems so ridiculous for them to charge that much on something- but they know you need it... sigh...
At January 17, 2012 at 12:19 PM, Heather said…

Woot! You are kicking ass, my dear!
Keep up the great work!
At January 17, 2012 at 12:21 PM, Emily said…

So much excitement, Sarena! I'm so happy for you and your outlook could not be better. Its so hard to ignore those who are negative influences, but really, its the only way! Woo hoo. :)
At January 17, 2012 at 1:24 PM, Anna @ On Anna's Plate said…

Woohoo!!! Congrats, Sarena!! I know you have great things in store for you for the future!
At January 17, 2012 at 1:43 PM, HEAB said…

Awesome news Sarena. Congrats - I know you're so excited to be done, and I'm so proud of you. Glad you're in my life too. :)
At January 17, 2012 at 5:15 PM, Stephanie said…

WTG on finishing the case study!! Good luck on getting the business plan together now :)
At January 17, 2012 at 6:18 PM, nkdub said…

YAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYY! Congratulations!
At January 17, 2012 at 6:43 PM, pureglow*16 said…

awesome job!!!!! I know what you mean. when i'm with negative people it just all comes down on me.
At January 17, 2012 at 6:48 PM, Lisa said…

Congrats! Big milestone---submitting the case study :-)

I think the fact that you're pursuing your niche is amazing, and I love it when people do that!

I'm obviously passionate about nutrition and food, so if you ever wanna chat about it....let me know!
At January 17, 2012 at 8:13 PM, Heather Iacobacci-Miller said…

So happy for you my friend!!!! And I absolutely agree with you on surrounding yourself with positive people. I have definitely tried to get the negative people out of my life (and it's harder than you might think LOL).
At January 17, 2012 at 10:29 PM, Kerry @ Totes My Oats said…

Awesome! I totally know about some case studies! I am a nutrition student and come across quite a few of those bad boys!
At January 17, 2012 at 10:47 PM, Alisa said…

Congrats! That's quite the accomplishment! So happy for you.