Welcome to Ask Flow, Ohio University’s online advice column.
I’m Flow and I want to thank everyone for asking questions for the September
14-20th week! I’m so excited to answer these questions based on my
experience as a human being and a student at the greatest university in Ohio. So,
here you go.
Q:
How do I become a leader on campus?
A: To be a leader you must first become a
follower. Join organizations that are affiliated with your interests. While
there, provide input, volunteer, and ALWAYS STICK TO YOUR WORD. Watch other
leaders and take note of what you like and don’t like in their leadership and
apply it to yourself. When it’s time for elections, don’t be afraid to run for
the position that suits you best no matter what year in school you are. Leaders
take risk and make themselves known. But most importantly, be yourself and do
you boo!
Q: I
really want to become an outgoing person but I’m not sure how?
A: Having an outgoing personality is
something that just comes natural to certain people. And those are the people
who are blessed by the Holy Trinity. I know what you mean about wanting to
become an outgoing person especially when you’re typically reserved. But, to
step out of your shell, maybe you should engage people in conversation about
themselves to get to know them as people and find things you have in common. Smile
or say hi to people as your walking past them. Acknowledging someones presence
can go a long way. Don’t be so selfish that you can’t compliment someone else.
If you see edges that are on fleek, let them know, if you see some waves on
swim, don’t hate on him, compliment him! These things will help you be known as
the nice girl or guy on campus and help people be more open to you. You will
also become more outgoing and comfortable talking to people.
Q: My
boyfriend cheated on me with 5 different people… should I stay with him?
A: I’m so sorry to hear that you have to
experience this. I know this can be a very depressing time for you and you’re
probably questioning a lot of things right now. But, let me be the first to
tell you to drop this man like a hot potato. He clearly doesn’t value you as
his partner. Since you said he cheated, I know you guys aren’t in some sort of
polygamist relationship. So it comes a time in your life where you have to start
to value and love yourself. Once you start to realize that you deserve to be
loved, you wont settle for anything less than what you want. You will start to attract
guys who not only value you, but also guys who you have a lot of things in
common with. But it starts with the man in the mirror. Remember, God created
you in his image and he makes no mistakes. Love yourself or nobody will.
-Flow
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