Silence Chaotic Noise

2025 was a year filled with noticeable noise and external chaos. Chaotic noise can easily distract and pull us away from our God-given purpose.

Before you turn the page and celebrate 2026, take a moment to pause. Pause and write down your accomplishments. You did so many meaningful things this year, and those moments deserve recognition. Do not let your achievements go unnoticed.

The year began with an incredible study abroad experience in Scotland. The journey included meaningful pre work that allowed us to explore the international complexities of higher education. While in Europe, we visited the University of Edinburgh and the University of Glasgow, where we encountered inspiring scholars leading innovative and industry shaping research. Somewhere along the way, I forgot how memorable that experience truly was. My first time flying with KLM and landing in Glasgow, with a long layover in Amsterdam, now feels like a blur.

Pictures have a powerful way of helping us reconnect with moments we may have tucked away. They allow us to revisit experiences that once brought joy, growth, and transformation. Too often, those memories become overshadowed by the disappointments or challenges that follow. Take sometime today to pause and reflect. Scroll through your camera roll. Move through each month and identify one moment or accomplishment you are proud of. By the time you finish, you will have at least twelve meaningful moments worth celebrating.