What was your motivational thought for pledge season?

[Eli]

Without going into what you did (because that would violate the principles of brother/sisterhood)... please tell us what your motivational thought was during the duration of your pledge period? what drove you to success? What thought took you through pledge period?

As for my thought... I always thought to myself... "how could this be worse... (I would then think of the worst thing imaginable, until what I was doing seemed like it was fun".... Of course, there was one time where I thought about being at home, soaking in my hottub.

I have to admit though... i really did consider what was required to be fun!

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[blu_theatrics]

This is basically my thought for life, but it started back then I guess.

My founders founded a predominately Black sorority in the 1920's in the state of Indiana (home of the KKK)and they were not these super women (well at least they didn't know they were back then )

SO basically, I figured that what ever I endure in my life, I am a daughter of seven wonderful women who defied all odds, so I can handle it all.

[Serenity]

Hmmmmmmmm.....what kept me going was knowing that after it was all over, there would be nothing in life that I wouldn't be able to handle. It also helped knowing that my Hermanas and especially my line sisters would always have my back.

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Sincerity, Loyalty, Unity
Sigma Lambda Upsilon: Hasta La Muerte!

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[equeen]

What kept me going was the firm belief that something new and necessary was being founded. I was a candidate for a year rather than a semester, since my chapter was going through its colony period at the time. I found friendship and I sisterhood...and that made all of the trials and tribulations worthwhile. Through the strength of sisterhood, I know I can survive the worst odds. This knowledge sustains me even now.

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equeen
A Lioness has her Pride!
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Alpha Sigma Kappa - Women in Technical Studies

Equeen, do you always have to take my words?

So many things are at the root of why I became dedicated to my sisterhood and why I still am. Most of my dedication comes from the belief that women exist that can benefit from the support and sisterhood that my sorority provides. And while we may not have 100+ yrs of history that govern our traditions, my actions and those of my sisters add the life breathing force that will continue to help us grow and lay a strong foundation for future generations of sisters.

I know many of us look back on our college years, or even a time before our sisterhood entered our lives and wonder how we survived the trials of college without the sisterhood. Or how we could have survived the trials of life beyond.


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Beta Chapter Alumna and Founder
Alpha Sigma Kappa - Women in Technical Studies

Sisters by nature; Friends by Choice

[Rhoyal Blue_22]

Let's see, what kept me going... It was my senior year in college and it was my 3rd time trying to-let's say, "get into" my sorority. I had been unable to the years before because of financial reasons...But let's get back to the point. I just thought that this is going to be the one thing that I have for the rest of my life. The only guarantted stability in my life. My friends came and went, as well as the boyfriends. I thought that no matter what I have to go through I was going to do it, do it well and without any excuses. So I guess that's basically it Now I can Eeee-Yipp all day and all night!

[onesavvydiva]

Well, I am not Greek, but one of my brothers, who is an Omega Psi Phi, he told me that he had to keep focusing on the fact that it was almost ALL mental, that nothing last forever, and the reward is sweet. My other brother, a member of Kappa Alpha Psi, said similar things...that in contrast to how long you live, and how much of your life you dedicate to your organization, the pledge/entrance season is only a miniscule part of this lifelong commitment...

Just wanted to add my two cents

[bklyndelta]

Well it was my senior year and being that I was older than your average collegiate "pledgee," I would ALWAYS remember the words of my wonderful Dean.........
"IT'S ONLY A MOMENT IN TIME!"

Now, all that I can say is.............................
OOOOOOOOOH-OOOOOOOOOP!!!!!! I LOVE MY DST!

"THEE BKLYNDELTA"
1913& LEGIT

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[Ghostface-Killah]

I started my process thinking I knew what I was getting into, but of course... After the first night I refused to let myself down. I had already experienced some crazy things and giving up was a way of telling myself I was not as strong as I thought. Don't take me wrong, not being able to take the whole process does not make anyone less of a person but, I always thought there were going to be things in life, some that I might not like and had to face, sooo, I included pledging into one of them. There was also the fact that the whole campus already knew I was on... THE FIRST SOLO IN MY CHapter, i was making history!!!!!Please, I was not going to turn back.
AND.... THERE WERE MY SANDS!!!! My babies of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, inc. Damn I LOVE THOSE BOYS!!!! We went thru soo much together, and when it was over.... all we did was laugh at the little things we let stress us.
I KNOW IT IS HARD... BUT TAKE IT ONE DAY AT THE TIME. after all was said and donE, i realized that since the first night I was already...
INVICTUS

[CrimsonTide4]

My motivational thoughts ranged from day to day but the prevailing one was "I can do all things through Christ who strengthened me" Philipians 4:13.

IT was a hard time in my life, it was without a doubt a trying time but We pulled through. At the beginning of the semester, my father passed away. I was working on my thesis and i Had the roommates from hell. When I became a DELTA, no one really understood just how happy I was.

With anything I go through in life, I just have to remember that I am NEVER alone.

When I had to go through my process, everyday I was wishing it to be over that month seemed like 3 and 4 but I stand focusand prayed every night asking God to keep me strong and he did and what happen is that I became more powerful mentally, physically and spirtually.

[icytre]

WHOA!

During my process, I basically took it day by day. I remember thinking,"If I can make it though this, I can make it through anything in life." That was so true!

I also thought for the worst of things to happen, so if they did, I would not be surprised.

[The Negotiator]

While in my process I was constantly thinking about my reasons for joining my organization and how much my founders had to endure and what I was going through was nothing. I also used to tell myself everyday that God will never put more on me than I can bear.

[The Negotiator]

Originally posted by CrimsonTide4:
My motivational thoughts ranged from day to day but the prevailing one was "I can do all things through Christ who strengthened me" Philipians 4:13.

IT was a hard time in my life, it was without a doubt a trying time but We pulled through. At the beginning of the semester, my father passed away. I was working on my thesis and i Had the roommates from hell. When I became a DELTA, no one really understood just how happy I was.

With anything I go through in life, I just have to remember that I am NEVER alone.

Soror I am very happy for you. And you are correct you are NEVER alone in this world. I am so thankful for you all (my sorors) and my LS's b/c you all have helped me through some rough times. Thank You and keep the faith, there is nothing we can't handle.

[SoloRHO]

AMEN to all my family in Greekdom. I called on God whenever I felt down and carried around a list of bible quotes to keep me going.

"Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me."
Psalm 23:4

"He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak."
Isaiah 40:29

"Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord."
Psalm 31:24

"I know what it is to be in need and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want, I can do everything through him who gives me strength."
Phillippians 4:12,13

"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and corageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord, your God, will be with you wherever you go."
Joshua 1:9

These quotes helped me then and they still help me now. I continue to carry them wherever I go.

Peace
SoloRHO