(I had to use my fingers to determine the number of what month were in ;P. ))
Itâs been awhile huh? Iâm not sure if this post will mark the recovery of my inactivity but letâs see how far it goes...Â
Iâve been inspired to write up my journey to remind myself of the goals I want to achieve as days pass. I recently got another job as a camp counsellor as it will prepare me for my future job in mind: A youth educator or child life specialist.
I have to start somewhere since developing yourself starts with action and awareness. When there's something I want to have, Iâll go through several methods to get there sooner. When you're elevated on the high of success, whatâs really stopping you but yourself?Â
Nevertheless, there are others who think otherwise and I will respect that wholeheartedly.Â
Anyway, I wanted to discuss my first week of work!
Being initially placed with toddlers and never having experience with youth ages 7-12, I was in for a shock. It was as if my whole quiet persona came straight back and I fell silent during peer conflicts and even normal interaction. My mind fell blank and I knew I wasnât performing my job at the fullest. To be brutally honest, I wouldâve fired myself. But, being my first week, I want to cut myself some slack and put these flaws into the light so I can correct them before week 2 comes to play.Â
This sense of uneasiness and lack of preparation is what I found to be most prominent during this time of insecurity. To start small Iâve decided to come up with these 3 goals:
1) Instead of being too focused on being the absolute perfect role model, focus on watching others first. Thereâs a chance they are probably feeling the same sense of pressure too.Â
2) Donât be afraid to express your ideas and initiate new learning experiences. Youâll never know something is a failure unless you go for it. Don't be scared of failure, think of your failures as learning experiences.Â
3) Don't wait to be approached, go out there and be that mentor you wished your child-self had back then.Â
Before I end things off, canât forget to mention how essential it is to have a toolbox with you before you start your day. Whether its a set plan/agenda or even a delicious lunch, whatever makes you confident enough to endure the day, Iâm sure it will be in your favour.Â
I love to think that each day, every person is living it differently..
So how will you write your story today?