So this sounds very Pollyanna but I always wanted people to feel better because they were with me and that somehow even in a very small moment they would feel supported. So when I retired that desire is still a constant in my day. I only cared about a job title because pay was aligned with it. Being kind to a clerk, one of my students, my mother who had dementia, my grand-baby this is what keeps me going especially in a world of ugliness and bad news! I always feel better after reading your blog Monica. Your truth telling makes me feel better and supported. Thank you for what you're doing!
So this sounds very Pollyanna but I always wanted people to feel better because they were with me and that somehow even in a very small moment they would feel supported. So when I retired that desire is still a constant in my day. I only cared about a job title because pay was aligned with it. Being kind to a clerk, one of my students, my mother who had dementia, my grand-baby this is what keeps me going especially in a world of ugliness and bad news! I always feel better after reading your blog Monica. Your truth telling makes me feel better and supported. Thank you for what you're doing!
You put this into words so well! I'm keeping at it but this rewiring of a deeply ingrained life compass is a bit challenging. I'm keeping at it! 🧭💞
Lots of hard earned wisdom and self reflection in that piece. Thanks, that’s a great read.