Vee Winston, This book is interesting because it makes you
reflect on who you are now and where you want to go. The path of self-discovery
is ever constant.
Being a Contribution: I agree with you about the starfish
story, we are making a contribution and we do not need to measure it. In the
beginning years of my teaching and now with all of my transfers, it’s like
starting over every time I start a new school year; there is always so much to
do, where do I begin, and how to get it all done without losing my way. Slowly
taking one step and then building on that and quietly moving forward, doing the
best we can do at that moment is what makes all of us successful.
Saving one life at a time because it makes a difference to
that child, sometimes the parents don’t even know what has happened to evoke
that change. It might be that one hug, that one statement of encouragement and
belief in that child that makes all the difference in the world for them at
that moment.
I too am a contribution and I will always strive to continue
to be that difference for that child and not let the system tear it out of me.
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Vee Winston
Week 2: Blog Post #1 - Readings on "The Art of
Possibility" (Chapters 1-4)
First off, I want to say that I absolutely loved the TED
video of Benjamin Zander. He is an amazing speaker. He definitely
has a way of connecting to the audience and it shows within his writing, as
well. So far, it's been an easy read...
Chapter 1: It's All Invented
I really liked how this chapter makes you think outside of the box.
Perception is definitely important when trying figure out the world around you
and it's clear that everyone's "mind maps" are different because of
their different life experiences. It was actually inspirational when
thinking about setting your mind free when extending mental boundaries by
"enlarging the box," or framework, around situations... creating new
opportunities.
Chapter 2: Stepping Into the Universe of Possibility
I love the name of this chapter. There are so many things that hinder us from progress because we are held to certain expectations and limitations on a daily basis, but with this new outlook of "a universe of possibility," there are virtually no boundaries that could confine you. Instead of setting a goal and doing all that you can to reach that goal, you generally layout a context and see what happens form there.
Chapter 3: Giving an A
I really liked the idea of "giving an A" as it being not an expectation to live up to, but a possibility to live in to. The saying not only relieves certain pressures, but also inspires greatness. There are no boundaries or restrictions. There is no one looking down at you... comparing themselves to you. There is only respect that allows others to grow and realize what is actually within themselves.
Chapter 4: Being a Contribution
The story of the starfish reminds me of my first few years of teaching. I felt like there was always so much to do and there was never huge progress and growth made within the district, but as time went by it was more clear for me... I'm not teaching because I want the recognition. I am teaching to help all that I can feel successful and make any sort of progress they can. I am teaching to make a difference with that one starfish that might be thrown back because it makes a different to them, even if there are many others out there struggling to survive in education.
I am a contribution. I make a difference and will continue to make a difference in each day that life brings me.
Chapter 1: It's All Invented
I really liked how this chapter makes you think outside of the box.
Perception is definitely important when trying figure out the world around you
and it's clear that everyone's "mind maps" are different because of
their different life experiences. It was actually inspirational when
thinking about setting your mind free when extending mental boundaries by
"enlarging the box," or framework, around situations... creating new
opportunities.Chapter 2: Stepping Into the Universe of Possibility
I love the name of this chapter. There are so many things that hinder us from progress because we are held to certain expectations and limitations on a daily basis, but with this new outlook of "a universe of possibility," there are virtually no boundaries that could confine you. Instead of setting a goal and doing all that you can to reach that goal, you generally layout a context and see what happens form there.
Chapter 3: Giving an A
I really liked the idea of "giving an A" as it being not an expectation to live up to, but a possibility to live in to. The saying not only relieves certain pressures, but also inspires greatness. There are no boundaries or restrictions. There is no one looking down at you... comparing themselves to you. There is only respect that allows others to grow and realize what is actually within themselves.
Chapter 4: Being a Contribution
The story of the starfish reminds me of my first few years of teaching. I felt like there was always so much to do and there was never huge progress and growth made within the district, but as time went by it was more clear for me... I'm not teaching because I want the recognition. I am teaching to help all that I can feel successful and make any sort of progress they can. I am teaching to make a difference with that one starfish that might be thrown back because it makes a different to them, even if there are many others out there struggling to survive in education.
I am a contribution. I make a difference and will continue to make a difference in each day that life brings me.
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