AmbassadorNique Productions Presents: “Be The Change” (Digital Story)

For almost a year I’ve wanted to create this digital story. Starting with nothing, there were many factors that slowed down the process. Nevertheless, the blame could only be placed on my shoulders. The most challenging hurdle was finding the story. For months I could not figure out what story I wanted to tell. I bounced around themes and while my original story tied in music, something i’ve always loved, this was not the story I wanted to share.

While I feel that with more time this video could have been 10x better, a lesson I was taught was that you must release art and keep working in order to grow to your full potential. I have not been following this rule, but I hope the change starts here!

In my opinion social change comes with education and collaboration. In order to break down barriers we much share our stories and shred the assumptions and ignorance that we are fed in our society. This is my first digital story of many. I hope to not only share more of myself, but more of my friends, my family and my community. You should too.

-AmbassadorNique

#InnovativeThinking When a Hashtag Sparks More Than Dialogue

When a Hashtag Sparks More Than Dialogue

It may be safe to say that marching is officially a thing of the past. Boycotts have moved to the web. #BBUM Follow up!

Life Hack “Creating Positive Change” (Day 30) LAST ENTRY

1. Write down 3 gratitude’s.

I feel gratitude for being able to complete this challenge! Its something that I will continue in a new form, some how and some way. I am grateful for new friends and new connections, most of all I am grateful that today we will move closer to accomplishing our goals.

2. Journal about 1 positive experience you’ve had over the last 24 hours.

Yesterday was wonderful, my time off to complete my Photo project was approved! I am super excited to share what I will be doing. My friend Courtney came through from San Jose with her partner Mike and we had a great time catching up and kicking it. The night was very low key. Shoutout to my roomies and Tony for also hanging out too!     

3. Exercise: Yes

4. Meditate: No

5. Write one positive email praising or thanking someone in your social support network: Yes

Reflection: 

I really enjoyed this challenge. While I was far from perfect and my consistency wasn’t flawless, the goal was to change the mindset and initial thought process that comes to mind when reflecting on the day. My definition of success is happiness and as long as I can find happiness in every day, than I will always be successful. New challenge coming soon!

Life Hack “Creating Positive Change” (Day 29)

1. Write down 3 gratitude’s.

The 3 things I am grateful for are my friends and family who travel and keep me motivated. I’m grateful that my health is well, and my bills are paid. Lastly I’m grateful for MUSIC! 

2. Journal about 1 positive experience you’ve had over the last 24 hours.
In the last 24 hours music helped me overcome a rough day and D was there to listen and relate to my deeper thoughts on the need for people of color to aspire for executive and decision making roles.   

3. Exercise: Yes

4. Meditate: No

5. Write one positive email praising or thanking someone in your social support network: No

Life Hack “Creating Positive Change” (Day 28)

1. Write down 3 gratitude’s.

The 3 things I am grateful for are my ability to communicate with others (especially women); having parents who taught me to be open minded and allowed me to explore my own identity and values. Lastly I am thankful for the progression of my plan

2. Journal about 1 positive experience you’ve had over the last 24 hours.
In the last 24 hours I was able to listen to the Saints go 4 and 0!   

3. Exercise: Yes

4. Meditate: No

5. Write one positive email praising or thanking someone in your social support network: No

Life Hack “Creating Positive Change” (Day 27)

1. Write down 3 gratitude’s.

The 3 things I am grateful for are the time I have to work on my goals; the financial stability to travel this fall, and tools I will need to accomplish my goals.

2. Journal about 1 positive experience you’ve had over the last 24 hours.
Last night D and I took a walk in the rain to the produce stand, and had a chance to talk with each other about our goals and plans and what it will take to be successful. Even in the down pour it was still a great walk.  

3. Exercise: Yes

4. Meditate: No

5. Write one positive email praising or thanking someone in your social support network: No

Life Hack “Creating Positive Change” (Day 24)

1. Write down 3 gratitude’s.

I feel gratitude for the fact that I can walk into different spaces and still be comfortable with myself. I am grateful for my upcoming travels and lastly I am grateful that I can say I speak to my mothers and father mutiple times a week via text and phone. 

2. Journal about 1 positive experience you’ve had over the last 24 hours.

Last night I was able to attend the APIChaya open house event. The event was a nice small event and I was also able to meet an old friend from my Americorps days who encouraged me to come meditate. I definitely look forward to giving it a try. 

3. Exercise: Yes

4. Meditate: No

5. Write one positive email praising or thanking someone in your social support network: Yes

Life Hack “Creating Positive Change” (Day 23)

1. Write down 3 gratitude’s.

I am grateful for my communication skills in understanding that many times more than conversation communication can be about body language, what you are wearing and assertiveness. I’m feel gratitude that my parents raised me to believe in what I say and ask for what I want. They didn’t allow us to be shy. Lastly, I am grateful in the fact that I am able to stay optimistic through rough times.

2. Journal about 1 positive experience you’ve had over the last 24 hours.

In the last 24 hours a positive experience I had was being able to attend my friend Richie Le’s going away celebration. As he takes his next step in life I am beyond proud of him and excited to see what he does next.  

3. Exercise: Yes

4. Meditate: No

5. Write one positive email praising or thanking someone in your social support network: Yes

Life Hack “Creating Positive Change” (Day 22)

1. Write down 3 gratitude’s.

I am grateful for lasting friendships. Some of us are lucky enough to have friends who come through for us and understand our ambitions. For those of us who are young and trying to get it, often times we can’t make it to every celebration, event, or get together. I’m grateful to have a few resources of my own that I’m able to share. Lastly today I’m grateful for the happy feeling I’ve had lately. I guess that was the point of this project. 😉

2. Journal about 1 positive experience you’ve had over the last 24 hours.

In the last 24 hours a positive experience I’ve had was taking Jessica (who is like my little sister now) to her first class here at UW. Its awesome to know that the amazing woman she is today will blossom into something even greater with her commitment to education. 

3. Exercise: Yes

4. Meditate: No

5. Write one positive email praising or thanking someone in your social support network: Yes

Life Hack “Creating Positive Change” (Day 21)

1. Write down 3 gratitude’s.
I am very grateful for HIP HOP! The music that’s broken barriers and spoke to generations is the new rock and roll. Definitely helped shaped me. I am grateful for my ambitious siblings for leading by example. Lastly I am grateful for my grandparents, aunts and uncle for being the village that helped raise me.

2. Journal about 1 positive experience you’ve had over the last 24 hours.

In the last 24 hours I was able to rest and start my graduate essay. And touch the 2 projects that I am working on this fall.

3. Exercise: No

4. Meditate: No

5. Write one positive email praising or thanking someone in your social support network: No