Princess Lindsay Lausten...why I applied to be a Princess!

While watching Legally Blonde this past weekend (one of my all time favorite movies) I began thinking about Elle Woods and her journey throughout the movie. I know you might be thinking “this movie has nothing to do with the Princess Program…” but in my experience, it has everything to do with it.

My favorite scene from the movie is near the end, when she is questioning the witness and gets her to confess to the crime. I think that this scene transforms her from a timid, unsure law student to a confident and assertive lawyer. She has finally found her passion and her purpose.  

I find myself comparing my journey during my senior year of college to the journey that Elle takes during the movie. She starts out in her comfort zone, surrounding herself with people she knows and activities that she knows she is good at. I don’t blame Elle, comfort zones are easy to stay in. They are safe…and comfortable, so why would anyone want to leave them? I applied for the Princess Program during my senior year  at Purdue University. I was in my comfort zone- I knew the campus and I knew the people. But I wanted more. I wanted to push myself to the next level and step out of the comfort zone I had created for myself. What better way to do this than apply for one of the most prestigious programs for college women in Indiana: The 500 Festival Princess Program. 

I had been thinking about applying for the Princess Program for a while, but I was like Elle- I did not have the confidence in myself to think that I could actually become a 500 Festival Princess. But then I realized that if I did not apply, someone else with more confidence would and they would get the opportunity of a lifetime. I needed to step up to the plate and apply for something that intimidated me- because if not now, when?

Stepping out of my comfort zone certainly paid off. The Princess Program helped me gain an experience that I will truly never forget. I met women who were driven, motivated and wanted to make the most of their college experiences. I formed a special pride in my city and state that I will cherish forever. I was able to be a part of the greatest spectacle in racing and educate my fellow Hoosiers about how important it is to Indiana’s rich history and tradition.

I am 100% certain that the 500 Festival Princess Program helped me transform into a woman who has found her purpose and passion. Elle Woods would be proud. I have a new confidence in myself that I know is a direct result of the Princess Program. I want everyone to have the opportunity to experience this transformation. Do something that takes you out of your safe zone and apply! You certainly won’t regret it.