Be Real

There's something inherently interesting about meeting people. This year I've been the most conscious I have ever been when it comes to introducing myself to those whom I've never interacted with before. First impressions are interesting but rarely accurate. I've learned part of the fun is follow up introduction after that initial awkward meeting stage is complete.

I've challenged myself to be real this year, even when I meet people for the first time. Enough with the superficiality I've only grown to hate more since I came to college. I've always hated fake people. People who care so much about their reputations, they forget to be honest, not only with themselves, but with their friends.

So this year I want to be real. People may not like it... and I'm working on that. But I'd much rather prefer honesty with people than acting like everything is okay when it is not.