Week 1 - A new frontier

I've been asked to reflect on my feelings so many times in my life. When you work in the mental health sector, it's commonplace to check in with yourself and others.  This is a little different, though, so I'm looking forward to it. :)

This last week has been quite a challenge, I won't lie. I only completed my application last Thursday and have been questioning myself ever since...

                 - can I do this as well as work?
                        - will it take away valuable time with my family?

                                - will it be a waste of time?

I promised myself a while ago that I would do something creative as a stress release.  At the time, I was thinking more along the lines of pottery, or life drawing - but when I saw this course advertised, it made sense.  I talked to my co-workers and boss about it - asking if I'd lost my tiny mind. They were thrilled for me, so I decided to take the plunge.

My personal goal is to stay focused. In the words of the great George Lucas, "Always remember, your focus determines your reality".

This is not my first rodeo, by any means, but it is something a little different for me, and it's going to take a lot of passion and creativity - two things I pride myself on - so I want to do my very best.