December 2009 marked my 20th year in social work. This anniversary has led me to reflect on what I’ve learned and how (I hope) I’ve matured in the profession. The idealism of my younger self has morphed into a more resolute state – there’s only so much you can do in the time you have. Sometimes …
attitude
Being Resolute in the New Year
Do you know the number one reason people don’t succeed with their New Year’s resolutions? They lack patience. We don’t succeed because we don’t stick with it. We get frustrated or lazy or tired, and when results don’t happen IMMEDIATELY; we throw in the towel. So many of us …
Start With A Vision
Sometimes I'm not a nice person. When I'm on auto pilot, I call people ugly. I really get a rush out of swearing, particularly when my husband is around because it really irritates him. I'm a hothead and I like to yell and slam doors. I've lied to friends, cheated at games and when I was …