For the last two years, I’ve focused on not only one word to describe the upcoming new year but focus on a positive change. However, my experience, like most others, my one word seemed to change earlier in the year than expected. Two years ago I focused on ‘No Regrets‘ following my true actions. Even though the year did not go as expected, I did not have any regrets of what I did or said because it was me. I wasn’t being anyone that I wasn’t and I wasn’t lying about who I am. Unfortunately, others were not ready for the real me.
A year later I focused on my #oneword as ‘Change’ indicating that my change would be refocusing my mind. Once again focusing more on positive thoughts or my personal and professional life. I found that I did change but not the way I hope I would. I started to change the way I saw others, how I viewed education, and how I perceived myself. I really did not like who I was becoming but fell into a slump with anxiety and depression. Don’t get me wrong there was a lot of good things that happened throughout the year: publishing with #Edumatch, renewing my National Board Certification, and following my beliefs. I was also able to change the way students, for the most part, viewed and understood education.
As 2020 is upon us, my #oneword2020 is ‘Determination’. I realized that having no regrets or thinking about change doesn’t happen without having the determination to succeed. I’m determined to focus on my own #selfcare in order to control my anxiety. I am also determined to focus on the education of my students to ensure they are prepared for the future. My determination will guide me throughout the year by taking risks in all aspects, including my professional career. One of my biggest changes is to be determined to find my place in society. A place that I feel welcomed and appreciated.
Let’s see what 2020 brings. I’m determined to make the changes to be successful with no regrets.
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