An area of growth for me is with taking action. I do a lot to be informed and raise awareness about social and environmental issues. However, if I took action as much as I preach to others, that would be even better! Also, realizing that everyone is human is something I can improve on. I can be my toughest critic, sometimes I don't see that it is okay to make mistakes and that there is much to learn from mistakes. I'd say that I stay pretty true to myself and am an authentic person. This relates to my leadership development because in order to lead others, I need to realize all of these things. I must stay true to myself and be willing to accept my errs as well. Projecting negativity won't help me excel as a leader.
I think the Optimist Creed is awesome! I want to print it out just like the author of the article. I truly think following this will only lead to success and happiness. The first one stood out to me because I really can improve on it. I can be sensitive to the words of others and being stronger so that my peace of mind is not disturbed would help me overcome this. Allowing my peace of mind to be broken leads to negative thoughts and unhappiness. I think I do a good job of letting my friends know their importance. I make sure to let them feel that there is something inside them. I think that statement is so true. It not only encourages me to be more optimistic but it reminds me that I have the power to make my optimism come true. Realizing that I can make it what I want it to be is very empowering.
I have yet to start on my e-portfolio but I'll be getting to it this week! I have an awesome leadership opportunity coming up this fall. I will be a STARS mentor for incoming first year students!!! My sources of motivation are my parents and siblings. Their expectations and confidence in my success encourage me to do my best. I know they will support me no matter what career I pursue and that's a great feeling to have. I motivate others by listening and encouraging them to get involved with their passions as I have done with mine! I try and share the knowledge I have acquired and motivate them that way :)
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