Journal #1


Ahhg!!! This is very, very difficult. I have started and restarted numerous times. So here it goes.

The month of January has been very trying. I am not knowledgeable when it comes to computers and never thought I would be part of a social media group. I also find it difficult to ask for help. After some trial and error, much anxiety, procrastination and last but not least help from fellow team members. I am now at a place where I can start to journal and although I have a good start on the computer stuff, this too will be a journey. My path to mastery will be comprised of many mini journeys and some not so mini.  I just have to remember to stay in the moment and ask for help when I need it. It's not about the the destination, it's about the journey! When I look at what I have accomplished since I signed up in November. I can already see many successes. While my push ups are not where I had hoped they would be, I have been able to gradually increase the number of reps that I am able to do at a time and I have muscles. I also made it through the computer setup. I am creating a routine and schedule that seems to work well. Still need to fine tune and add in some other components but as long as there is a good solid base I can fine tune and adjust as needed. Sounds good so far? Only time will tell. And as long as I don't look too far ahead I'm not freaking out.

When I read Mastery by Stewart Emery, something that stood out for me in the last paragraph was the line, "It's necessary to be able to correct yourself without invalidating or condemning yourself-- to use the results of the correction process to improve upon other aspects of your life."

I cannot truthfully say that I am looking forward to the year ahead, but I can say that I am looking forward to all the benefits, successes and personal growth in the months to come.

Michele Ward