When I first came to SMU for my audition for the School of Music I was a nervous, shaking wreck and could hardly walk. I had heard that they were only taking two incoming, freshman trumpets into the studio this year. I just knew that the trumpet professor was going to have his chance to be overly critical and would not have a problem shooting me down after a five hour drive, because there were around 100 kids my age for him to chose from.
I find myself reflecting on my daily blessings and it gets me through the day. When I get overwhelmed, stressed, and feel like I have too much on my plate, I keep in mind all those hours I working to make it into this school and to be talented enough to make enough scholarship money to be able to afford it. And it is amazing how fast I can turn my mindset around and find the willpower to continue through the day.
So I am sure students all around campus have similar stories and similar inspirations that help them daily (whether it is a religious reason, personal experience, or something as simple as a quote or story). I think that it would be cool if I could get some other peers to share their thoughts via comments on this blog. Thanks!
