You Only Live Once....

This quote is important to me because it reminds me to live my life the way I envision it. It reminds me to do the things I want to do, treat people kindly, accomplish the goals I set, and enjoy the experiences and adventures in life. 

This quote has inspired me to do things I didn't imagine or plan on doing before; hiking for miles up mountains, paragliding, getting my scuba diving certification, doing community service in other countries, etc. 

 

 I look at fulfilling my life through experiences. I now take the time to travel, meet and connect with new people, learn about new cultures, and try new things. This has been the best way for me to learn, be accepting of others and have respect of our differences. 

Because I live by this quote, I set short and long term goals for myself. I write these goals down on paper and check in with them every so often. This reminds me of what I want to accomplish in my life personally and professionally and to keep working on attaining those goals. 

My life is all about experiences and trying to make a difference in the world. I became a teacher and a coach because it fulfills my life of making a difference. I choose to travel and try new things to give myself new experiences. These fulfill my life each and every day and is my right way of living.

My one life will be enough, because I am choosing to live it the right way.

Adaptation

Throughout my M.Ed. experience I have learned how to adapt to doing my own homework again, but also having more responsibilities as an adult. I have adapted to learning how to balance my teaching, family, friends, homework and coaching responsibilities. During these times I have had to think about what is most important and make decisions on what to cut out of my schedule. I struggle with saying no to people when it comes to helping them out or just getting together and have learned how to say no and be okay with it. This summer I  had to make sacrifices in my personal life to support my goals as an M.Ed learner and my summer plans have been made around my class times and the time I plan for homework. 

My family and friends have been very supportive and flexible as they have had to make plans around my schedule. I am very thankful that I have supportive people who are helping me achieve my goal of attaining my Master's Degree. Without them and their support, this would be a long and hard journey. 

This has been my busiest summer by far with my travels, coaching responsibilities and grad school. I have learned how to balance time, put forth what is most important to me, and achieve my goals. I have done this by adapting my schedule, time, and responsibilities. It has been a busy and fast, yet successful and valuable summer of learning.