Living life!

When we think of enemies, we think of enemies that we can see. But what about the ones we can’t see? Our invisible enemies can do more harm to us then the enemies we can see. I mean, if we can see them, we can protect ourselves from them. We don’t run up to the enemies we can see and spill our life story, be vulnerable, and ask them for a hug. No, we close ourselves off from them. It’s the invisible ones that we have to watch out for. What are your invisible enemies? Close your eyes and think about things that bring you down, make you feel bad, or sabotage your dreams. What did you come up? Here are a few invisible enemies that might be lurking around. 1.       Undermining colleagues or friends. Watch out for those who want to know everything that is going on with you. This person might seem like a friend but really isn’t. Before I went into higher education, I was an elementary school teacher. My first teaching job out of college, I was assigned a mentor. I was new a...

I am not sorry I am not sorry! I was let go from my job due to COVID19 about a week after our president boasted about not having to let people go. I was let go over the phone WHILE I was in the office. My heart was racing. I called my supervisor after it happened and they answered the phone, “what’s up Jodi Jabs?” They were so energetic when they answered their phone. My response was, “you know what’s up… I just wish you would have said something to me.” The response back was best described as “meh.” I packed up my office within an hour or so and as I was about to leave my boss came in. It reminded me of a dog with its tail between its legs. I went home and cried. I cried not because I was sad for loosing my job but because it wasn’t my decision and the obvious reason of needing an income. I cried because of all the unknowns and unexpected changes ahead. You might be reading this thinking, why wasn’t she sad she didn’t have a job in her field. Here is why, I was told that I was rud...

Welcome to my first blog post! I am excited for this new adventure of writing and inspiring and hopefully some little nuggets of laughter along the way! Let me tell you a little about myself and why I decided to start a blog. First off, I am originally from Minnesota but I live in North Carolina currently, well at least for another few weeks. I am passionate about making others feel inspired and good about themselves. I have three degrees, a Bachelors in elementary education, Masters in college student affairs, and a Doctorate in Higher Education.   Due to COVID19, I was let go from my position and I am now FUNemployed. More of all of this to come in future blogs. I can’t share everything right away!!   I love to play softball, hike, foster kittens, and rock the #auntlife. I have an adventurous spirit and love to try new things and take on new trails. I am super new to blogging. I was inspired to start this during a conversation with my best friend. I knew I wanted to inspir...