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Don’t be afraid to ask for what you want! ft. Starbucks

  • July 4, 2024
  • Jerry
don't be afraid to ask for what you want ft. Starbucks
You get in life what you have the courage to ask for oprah winfr After I dropped off my car at Costco for a tire check, I walked over to…
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Requirements for seeking mentorship

  • June 30, 2024
  • Jerry
If there is a piece of advice I would give to college students or to my younger self, it would be to get a mentor. I’ve heard of this advice…
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Top 3 places to play beach volleyball in Tucson

  • June 23, 2024
  • Jerry
So you’re looking to play some beach volleyball in Tucson? Fantastic! Let me help you out 🙂 Whether you’re looking for pick up games or to join a league, there…
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Overcome the fear of judgement when asking questions

  • June 17, 2024
  • Jerry
Fear of looking stupid, incompetent, or bothersome are the most common reasons why people don’t ask questions. The first answer that comes up when you search “why am I afraid…
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3 boulder problems to demonstrate 3 life lessons learned from rock climbing

  • June 8, 2024
  • Jerry
Rock climbing is a unique sport that has challenged my problem solving skills and self confidence. There are many life lessons that can be drawn from rock climbing. Here are…
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5 simple and common habits to improve your mood in the morning

  • June 3, 2024
  • Jerry
About 4 years ago, I was working on a project that gave me a lot of daily stress and anxiety. I would wake up in the morning and immediately have…
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Collect memories not things

  • May 26, 2024
  • Jerry
“Fill your life with experiences and memories, not things. Have stories to tell, not stuff to show”. I had the fortunate pleasure of attending a college friend’s wedding this past…
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Thank you Mom

  • May 16, 2024
  • Jerry
Happy Belated Mother’s Day to all the mother’s out there. Thank you to all the mothers out there who love and serve their families. I had the fortunate opportunity to…
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A simple way to stop comparing yourself to others

  • May 13, 2024
  • Jerry
“Stop comparing yourself to others.” We’ve all heard this adage at some point in our lives. It’s solid advice because comparing yourself to others often does more harm than good.…
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Run On Review

  • May 4, 2024
  • Jerry
I’d like to start this Run On review with an analogy. Watching Run On was like trying out a new spice rub for a dish. You find 4 completely different…
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I had a blast volunteering at an elementary school I had a blast volunteering at an elementary school this past week! Helped some third graders practice their math with an Easter egg hunt. These third graders have made me wonder if I can find my sense of childlike wonder again. That natural curiosity and openness. #easter #childlikeliving #linkinbio
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I had a whole bunch of fun serving dumplings at Fo I had a whole bunch of fun serving dumplings at FoodieLand Phoenix for @littledingscafe! Worked with some awesome people and learned a lot about serving and working with others! Also had some interesting customer interactions...all of which you can read on the blog! #linkinbio
What a way to finish the last wedding of the year. What a way to finish the last wedding of the year. Congratulations to Robert and Hong! I'm honored to have been there for your special day! Your wedding was beautiful in its simplicity and deeply meaningful. The traditional Cathlotic elements made it feel intimate. Your reception was the hottest spot in Houston that night. I wish you guys so much strength, love, and patience for this next chapter of your lives! #linkinbio
Tried out Brazilian jiu-jitsu for the first time! Tried out Brazilian jiu-jitsu for the first time! Thanks for showing me the ropes Camilo :). Not as bad as I thought. I definitely was nervous for how uncomfortable and painful it would be - that's how it is with most things you try for the first time. Jiu-jitsu is definitely on the list of things to pick up in the near future :) #linkinbio
Congratulations Tiff and Dan! Your wedding ceremon Congratulations Tiff and Dan! Your wedding ceremony was beautiful. Your vows were a heartfelt testament to your commitment to a life filled with joy, integrity, and laughter. It was a time of celebration. It was a time of reminiscence. I cannot wait to see what this next chapter of life has in store for you guys! #linkinbio
To be honest, I have no idea how I've made it this To be honest, I have no idea how I've made it this far. Absolutely thankful to have these friends here to celebrate getting to 30. This is just a small snapshot of who I am thankful to and for. There's many other people not in this picture who have made me a better person. Thank you for letting me share this absolutely crazy life with you! Thank you to those who reached out to wish me a Happy Birthday. I'm absolutely terrified of what's to come in this next decade. Cheers!
rock climbing has taught me a lot about how to sol rock climbing has taught me a lot about how to solve problems. It's also taught me how I have trust issues with my own legs and feet. #linkinbio

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