Wk 2 Readings: The Art of Possibility Chapters 1-4
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This
eBook is right on time for where I am in my life at this very moment.
As a musician with a passion for music, desire to excel, with the
ability to love what others do and learn from them, this book was meant
for me to read. The mission of the book seems to be about creating
values and direction for others. I love the metaphors of music and arts
Zanders used to describe life and how we deal or don’t deal with it.
I have lived “out of the boat”. I had
allowed life and others to not only get me off track but as the authors
stated, I didn’t even know where the track was anymore. Truth is I am
just now finding my way back. I would not have thought to think of this
life I live as an invention that I could change. Sure I knew all the
clichés about “working hard”, “never giving up”, “hanging in there”, and
“if it won’t kill you it will make you stronger.” Hell then I outta be
SuperWoman by now! But to think in terms of “it’s all invented” makes
sense to me. I am already doing it. The moment I decided to start my
Masters after losing my job and house I re-invented my wheel to turn
into another pathway. Sure I didn’t know if it would work or if the
wheel would take me anywhere but I made the wheel anyway and here I am
riding a month before the finish line of graduating with a Masters
degree.
It is a difficult place for the mind to
“define and confine” (p.14) our perceptions. I guess this is where the
term “thinking outside the box” fits perfectly. So in my measurement of
the world I set the goal to be in a better place than I was before and
being at Full Sail University helps me strive towards that goal. In my
Universe of Possibilities (p.21) I set the framework or maybe I have to
change it, do the necessary actions it takes to succeed, change my
mindset (I am still working on that), and let life and my Creator take
care of the rest.
The Zanders described my entire philosophy
on how I treat the people I meet in this world. As much as I am
struggling to find my place in life and within myself I absolutely love
supporting others to achieve and I make a point to give out all the
'A's" I can. I feel like the last of the Mohicans in that respect for
most people today are so hard and unloving. Yes there was a time when it
was okay to be more than cordial to a friend, co-worker, or even family
member. You actually loved each other. Not so much today. People think I
am crazy when I get too expressive. I don’t try to measure others I
just respect and love them and hopefully, I get the same in return.
I don’t have much to give but what I do
offer to others is my undying love, faith, blessings, kindness, and a
smile - Sincerely. Sometimes it’s hard to do but in order for me to get
where I am going without the guilt of walking over someone to get there.
I find it easier to take a moment, stop, and just help them up. Oh
sure, today you have to be cautious because there are people who may
take advantage but with an open heart and both eyes wide open, kindness
usually prevails over everything else. I had no plans on teaching and
have never filled that position as a career. What I find myself doing as
a contribution to this world is working with the at-risk youth and any
young adult that wants to be better. I love them up and show them an old
–fashion, traditional type of care and most times they listen and turn
out all right.
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"In my Universe of Possibilities (p.21) I set the framework or maybe I
have to change it, do the necessary actions it takes to succeed, change
my mindset (I am still working on that), and let life and my Creator
take care of the rest."
I love this comment! This is exactly where I am and boy is it full of challenges and "hold on a minutes". The Big HP sure has lead me into some interesting situations and taught me a great deal of patience! I think the whole point is we haven't given up! I refuse to give up. I believe that our true meaning and passions intersect at some point in our lives making it all worth while. We just have to keep walking.
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July 15, 2011 9:30 PM
Gosh Tania, I feel the same about reading this book at the right point of time in my life. Lately I have been a little down in the dumps in general but I feel that this book has helped me see more of a positive side and that that is how I should feel about my life. With my whole experience of my weekend in Kentucky with my sister, I feel so much better. My sister is a dedicated, experienced and well renowned hair stylist in Oklahoma. I traveled with her this weekend to Kentucky for a wedding and to help with hair. She asked me to assist her with preparing the bridesmaids hair with curls since I'm pretty familiar with doing my own hair, friends and my cheerleaders. We've always shared a common interest in making people's hair look good and taking pride in that design or work we have done. At first, everyone thought I was a professional just like her with the way I was whipping out curls and talking with all the girls I didn't even know. They said that I would probably be a great stylist just like her since I had explained my situation. After reading these chapters, I feel more like she has every right to be so proud and talk about her work. I now know and understand the feelings she has and the dedication she has to what she does. :D Makes me proud to have a sister like her to make me realize my creativity and that I'm not alone. I just wish I knew who the author was!
ReplyDeleteTania I know we both share a drive and a passion to succeed. Why some of us have to struggle so much harder is beyond me. But like you said you don't give up for nothing. I know you will get there. I know I will get there. If I could just learn to get out of my own way. You keep hanging in there lady.
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