I can't stop quoting this movie, and I haven't even had time to watch it yet this year! This is by far my most favorite of all Christmas movies!!!!!!!!!!! It's SO hillarious!
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
The Marriott School.....
What?
Lately, I have been frustrated that to major in therapeutic recreation, I have to be in the business school, and take more business style courses than I feel is necessary. Basically, I've been having a pity party because I hate business courses.
So What?
I spoke to a professor about my frustrations, and he showed a lot of understanding and patience. He listened well, and then gave me some counsel in a gentle and compassionate way. This experience with him was exactly what I needed to humble myself, and bite the bullet with these business courses.
Now What?
I'm taking the majority of the management core next semester. I'm still dreading it, but I feel more motivated to do well. I'm going to do all I can to embrace it and apply as much as I can to my future career as a TR professional. As I've been reminded by many people lately, attitude makes all the difference. I'm looking forward to what next semester will bring!
Lately, I have been frustrated that to major in therapeutic recreation, I have to be in the business school, and take more business style courses than I feel is necessary. Basically, I've been having a pity party because I hate business courses.
So What?
I spoke to a professor about my frustrations, and he showed a lot of understanding and patience. He listened well, and then gave me some counsel in a gentle and compassionate way. This experience with him was exactly what I needed to humble myself, and bite the bullet with these business courses.
Now What?
I'm taking the majority of the management core next semester. I'm still dreading it, but I feel more motivated to do well. I'm going to do all I can to embrace it and apply as much as I can to my future career as a TR professional. As I've been reminded by many people lately, attitude makes all the difference. I'm looking forward to what next semester will bring!
Thursday, December 4, 2014
Responsibility
What?
This week, I have been made aware of the importance of maintaining a level of responsibility in life. I have a friend who is struggling right now. He really wants to get married.............but out of the MANY girls he takes on dates, none of them are interested. My personal opinion is that all of these girls are turned off by the low level of responsibility in his life. My mom has always taught me, "You need to be the kind of person you would want to marry someday." My friend is attracted to wonderful girls who are driven. He, however, is not driven.
He is a BYU student, but does not go to class on a regular basis. He has more potential than many people I know, but he spends his time watching movies, playing video games, and spending money that he does not have. He stays up all night, sleeps all day, and eats Coke and Nutella for dinner.
I love this friend, and I'm grateful to know him, but looking at his life also makes me grateful for where I am in my own life.
So What?
I am so grateful that I have learned to work hard. Because of difficult experiences that the Lord has allowed me to go through, I take responsibility for my life. I have also learned from other people's examples just how crucial it is to be proactive about my own life. This experience with my friend has helped me realize that I am in a really good place in my life! I am accomplishing amazing things, and have great, lasting joy in those accomplishments.
Now What?
The next time my friend comes around feeling discouraged, I am going to have the courage to tell him, in a VERY tactful way, that he needs to be more responsible. I am going to point out his strengths, and build his confidence so that he feels that he has worth. Hopefully he will realize that he is so much better than the way he is currently living.
This week, I have been made aware of the importance of maintaining a level of responsibility in life. I have a friend who is struggling right now. He really wants to get married.............but out of the MANY girls he takes on dates, none of them are interested. My personal opinion is that all of these girls are turned off by the low level of responsibility in his life. My mom has always taught me, "You need to be the kind of person you would want to marry someday." My friend is attracted to wonderful girls who are driven. He, however, is not driven.
He is a BYU student, but does not go to class on a regular basis. He has more potential than many people I know, but he spends his time watching movies, playing video games, and spending money that he does not have. He stays up all night, sleeps all day, and eats Coke and Nutella for dinner.
I love this friend, and I'm grateful to know him, but looking at his life also makes me grateful for where I am in my own life.
So What?
I am so grateful that I have learned to work hard. Because of difficult experiences that the Lord has allowed me to go through, I take responsibility for my life. I have also learned from other people's examples just how crucial it is to be proactive about my own life. This experience with my friend has helped me realize that I am in a really good place in my life! I am accomplishing amazing things, and have great, lasting joy in those accomplishments.
Now What?
The next time my friend comes around feeling discouraged, I am going to have the courage to tell him, in a VERY tactful way, that he needs to be more responsible. I am going to point out his strengths, and build his confidence so that he feels that he has worth. Hopefully he will realize that he is so much better than the way he is currently living.
Remote Group Meeting
We had our remote group meeting this week, using Google Hangouts. It was interesting to see that we could accomplish a lot even though we were not physically meeting together. It was almost more simple than meeting in person, because I had to pay closer attention so that I didn't miss anything that was said, and when we would do screen sharing, everyone was forced to pay attention.
The issues with having a remote meeting were problems with wifi. Two of our group members were having trouble with wifi, and they were in and out of the meeting because of it. One of our group members was not able to reconnect, and had to miss the last few minutes of our meeting. To resolve this issue, we messaged him the ending thoughts and assignments for our next meeting. I enjoyed doing this remote meeting!
The issues with having a remote meeting were problems with wifi. Two of our group members were having trouble with wifi, and they were in and out of the meeting because of it. One of our group members was not able to reconnect, and had to miss the last few minutes of our meeting. To resolve this issue, we messaged him the ending thoughts and assignments for our next meeting. I enjoyed doing this remote meeting!
Friday, November 28, 2014
I Need My Mommy
What?
I'm at home, on the farm, in Oregon right now! I love the beautiful wide-open spaces, silence, and clean air. Yesterday, however, I was feeling extremely discouraged abut something, and felt that I needed to write in my journal. I slipped away to my room, hoping no one would notice. A little while later, my mom knocked on my door and came in. She had noticed that something was bothering me, and she proceeded to give me a much needed pep-talk.
That sweet experience with my mom reminded me just how wise my parents really are, and that I will always need their love and guidance.
So What?
I feel extremely blessed to have my parents. I know that so many people are not close to their parents, or may not even know who their parents are. I'm very grateful and humbled that my parents really are always there for me.
Now What?
I'm going to remember to look to my parents when I need support, and welcome their advice when they offer it. I'm going to tell them more often how much I appreciate them. Their examples are going to help me to be a better parent :)
I'm at home, on the farm, in Oregon right now! I love the beautiful wide-open spaces, silence, and clean air. Yesterday, however, I was feeling extremely discouraged abut something, and felt that I needed to write in my journal. I slipped away to my room, hoping no one would notice. A little while later, my mom knocked on my door and came in. She had noticed that something was bothering me, and she proceeded to give me a much needed pep-talk.
That sweet experience with my mom reminded me just how wise my parents really are, and that I will always need their love and guidance.
So What?
I feel extremely blessed to have my parents. I know that so many people are not close to their parents, or may not even know who their parents are. I'm very grateful and humbled that my parents really are always there for me.
Now What?
I'm going to remember to look to my parents when I need support, and welcome their advice when they offer it. I'm going to tell them more often how much I appreciate them. Their examples are going to help me to be a better parent :)
Friday, November 21, 2014
Love More Quickly
What?
For one of my therapeutic recreation classes, I have to design my own project to become a better professional in the TR field. I chose to working on loving more quickly, and without caution. I really love people I am close to, but I don't typically choose to talk to strangers. My goal for this project is to smile at people more, and to engage in genuine conversations with new people. I chose to do this so that it will be natural for me as a rec therapist to welcome people and help them to feel more comfortable. I want friendliness to be automatic for me as I meet new clients and get to know their families.
This week, as I have begun implementing this project into my life, I have been happier! I feel more fulfilled because I care more about other people. I feel less inhibited and more willing to open my heart up to those around me.
So What?
This project is not easy for me, but it's good for me. My self-confidence is growing, and I feel that I am pleasing my Heavenly Father more because He wants us to care about each other.
What?
For my project, I am journaling the experiences I have with people. Talking with and listening more genuinely really is making me a happier person. I love it! I am excited to be improving this aspect of myself.
For one of my therapeutic recreation classes, I have to design my own project to become a better professional in the TR field. I chose to working on loving more quickly, and without caution. I really love people I am close to, but I don't typically choose to talk to strangers. My goal for this project is to smile at people more, and to engage in genuine conversations with new people. I chose to do this so that it will be natural for me as a rec therapist to welcome people and help them to feel more comfortable. I want friendliness to be automatic for me as I meet new clients and get to know their families.
This week, as I have begun implementing this project into my life, I have been happier! I feel more fulfilled because I care more about other people. I feel less inhibited and more willing to open my heart up to those around me.
So What?
This project is not easy for me, but it's good for me. My self-confidence is growing, and I feel that I am pleasing my Heavenly Father more because He wants us to care about each other.
What?
For my project, I am journaling the experiences I have with people. Talking with and listening more genuinely really is making me a happier person. I love it! I am excited to be improving this aspect of myself.
Tuesday, November 11, 2014
5-minute Presentations
What?
I gave my 5-minute presentation this week on dressing for success! It was nice to get my presentation done and over with.
So What?
I learned that it is more impressive to wear simple outfits when trying to make a good impression.The way we dress reflects what we expect of ourselves and what we expect form others. I noticed that the way I dress changes my attitude. Also, learned that I am better at giving presentations than I realize, and that moving my feet and shifting my weight is a nervous habit of mine.
Now What?
I'm now going to take more consideration into what I wear instead of just wearing whatever I feel like wearing. I am also going to stress less when I have a presentation coming up, because now I feel more confident!
I gave my 5-minute presentation this week on dressing for success! It was nice to get my presentation done and over with.
So What?
I learned that it is more impressive to wear simple outfits when trying to make a good impression.The way we dress reflects what we expect of ourselves and what we expect form others. I noticed that the way I dress changes my attitude. Also, learned that I am better at giving presentations than I realize, and that moving my feet and shifting my weight is a nervous habit of mine.
Now What?
I'm now going to take more consideration into what I wear instead of just wearing whatever I feel like wearing. I am also going to stress less when I have a presentation coming up, because now I feel more confident!
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