How big are you dreaming?
I got the news recently I've wanted to hear for a while, my favourite well-being magazine offered to print one of my articles. I was really delighted. I have kept pursuing them with my work for a couple of years. Hearing those magic words was like music to my ears. Not only that, it may lead to something more regular. So, I get to try out new alternative therapies, write about my experience and then share with others out there. A dream come true!
While I am on a roll, other positive things seem to be happening as well. After our attempts at trying to sell our property, we decided to take a different direction which means we can still move and have the house we have been longing for. So Windsor here we come - many thanks to the Queen for making it happen!
I have learnt on both occasions that persistence and flexibility are key. If something isn't working, it's worth looking at a different way to achieve it. Funny enough, the Plan B route was meant to be as it was so easy to make happen. So, as we pack our belongings this week, we feel proud of what we have achieved. Although slightly sad at leaving lovely Putney and the amazing friends we have made here.
Whilst de-cluttering the flat, I found my vision board that my life coach Eileen had suggested I create some time ago. At the time, I cut out pictures and images that represented how I'd like my life to be in the future. Funny enough, I realise that I am completely on track! There are some pretty crazy wishes on there but I know one day they will come true.
So, what are your dreams today? How big are you dreaming? What would make a difference in your life?
Remember, we are the only ones that hold us back from achieving great things. If nothing comes to mind, when you are next on holiday or feeling extremely relaxed just let your mind wander. Allow yourself to dream and keep holding that image in your mind every day.
Dreams really do come true.
By the way I was joking about the Queen making it happen, however will definitely be visiting her when exploring our new town!
Thursday, 28 July 2011
Wednesday, 13 July 2011
See the person not the behaviour
How can we see the best in others?
I recently put my name down to become a mentor to young people. An organisation called Connexions were asking for volunteers to help teenagers aged between 16-18 years. Mentoring aims to give a little guidance and career help to get them on the right path.
I’ve fancied doing something like this for a while now, so felt grateful when this opportunity was presented to me. I decided to jump straight in without thinking about it too much, otherwise sometimes I can talk myself out of things before I even try them!
Friday morning a few weeks back, I turned up for my mentoring training. I felt excited about the prospect. I had no expectations just would take it as it comes. Dianne, a lovely caring lady who had worked with young people for many years was running the session. I was really inspired all day by her and the work her colleagues do.
I looked around the room at the other volunteers, I actually felt one of the oldest there! It was wonderful to see so many people wishing to help others. In a way I felt that by helping others it would help us too.
The day was a real eye opener for me, just listening to the circumstances of teenagers the organisation help - their backgrounds and upbringings. Often they lack good role models and do not have someone they can rely upon or will listen to them in a positive way. Some of them can’t even afford to pay for a pair of trousers when they go for college or job interviews. That part really brought a lump to my throat.
I started to look back at my own upbringing and felt grateful to my parents/family for the privileged life I have had up until now. I couldn’t imagine life being any other way. Some of these teenagers are also carers for their parents, so have responsibilities at such an early age.
One thing that stood out for me during the day was a phrase ‘See the person not the behaviour’ when talking about how to handle the young person during mentoring sessions. It was a lovely reminder of how sometimes we forget the true character of a person and see only the behaviour at that time. After all, we can’t be perfect all of the time.
I can’t wait to get started! In the meantime it has made me much more aware of social problems out there and made me want to understand teenagers better. After all I was once one myself!
If you would like to find out more about the wonderful work Connexions do, please have a look at their website http://www.connexions-berkshire.org.uk/.
I recently put my name down to become a mentor to young people. An organisation called Connexions were asking for volunteers to help teenagers aged between 16-18 years. Mentoring aims to give a little guidance and career help to get them on the right path.
I’ve fancied doing something like this for a while now, so felt grateful when this opportunity was presented to me. I decided to jump straight in without thinking about it too much, otherwise sometimes I can talk myself out of things before I even try them!
Friday morning a few weeks back, I turned up for my mentoring training. I felt excited about the prospect. I had no expectations just would take it as it comes. Dianne, a lovely caring lady who had worked with young people for many years was running the session. I was really inspired all day by her and the work her colleagues do.
I looked around the room at the other volunteers, I actually felt one of the oldest there! It was wonderful to see so many people wishing to help others. In a way I felt that by helping others it would help us too.
The day was a real eye opener for me, just listening to the circumstances of teenagers the organisation help - their backgrounds and upbringings. Often they lack good role models and do not have someone they can rely upon or will listen to them in a positive way. Some of them can’t even afford to pay for a pair of trousers when they go for college or job interviews. That part really brought a lump to my throat.
I started to look back at my own upbringing and felt grateful to my parents/family for the privileged life I have had up until now. I couldn’t imagine life being any other way. Some of these teenagers are also carers for their parents, so have responsibilities at such an early age.
One thing that stood out for me during the day was a phrase ‘See the person not the behaviour’ when talking about how to handle the young person during mentoring sessions. It was a lovely reminder of how sometimes we forget the true character of a person and see only the behaviour at that time. After all, we can’t be perfect all of the time.
I can’t wait to get started! In the meantime it has made me much more aware of social problems out there and made me want to understand teenagers better. After all I was once one myself!
If you would like to find out more about the wonderful work Connexions do, please have a look at their website http://www.connexions-berkshire.org.uk/.
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