I wake up every morning thankful for the people and support that I have in my life. The support that I have helps me work hard, do my job to the best of my ability, and knowing that I have someone there for me when I need them. No matter who you are everyone needs a support system to help keep one organized and on track, calm, and to help you through stressful situations to may occur in life.
I try to be a organized person and have everything I need just right and in a certain spot that way when I need it, I will know exactly where to look. I use calendars, planners and check list to help stay organized and prepared. Every morning I come in to work, I sit down with my assistance and we discuss what activities and task that need to be accomplished. I make a list of my task for the day and as I complete each one, I mark a line through it. As, I mark each task of one by one it makes me feel good and that I have worked hard to get my work done in a timely manner.
I am one of those people who gets stressed easily when something isn’t done the way, I had planned it and that is one thing I need to work on, but to keep me calm and focused on the task at hand, I EXERCISE!! This is the best way for me to regain my focus and look at the whole picture; it truly calms me right down. I enjoy going on long walks, jogging, and aerobics. Everyone needs time to them self just to relax and be worry free because if you didn’t the stress would be out of hand.
The back bone of my support however, is my family and friends. Whenever, I need someone to talk to about work, my worries and concerns, or just to enjoy someone’s company they are always there for me. This past year has been a roller coaster ride for me; I got engaged, I started classes, I bought my first house, and my brother and I had to face Cancer in our own ways. I found out about my cervical cancer and was scared, but 2 weeks later my younger brother was diagnosed with cancer as well. I worried more about him because his was so much worse. We supported each other through everything. As a family we stood strong for him and we were there for him no matter what. We kept a strong face as did he. The love and support of a family and the faith of God can do amazing things. This past weekend he has been cancer free for a year. It is amazing what a strong support system can get you through. I am so blessed and thankful for the support system of my family and friends.
I honestly wouldn’t know what to do without the love and support of my family and friends. I talk with them everyday or see them, they are there for me when I need a shoulder to cry on and vise versa, and we work together to stay a close and happy family. I have been through so much and I know without my family I would not have made it through the way I did. Without there support I would not be the person that I am today. I would be scared, very cautious, and I would not even have begun this course without my mother’s support. With a little love and support you can do amazing things in life.
Britanie,
ReplyDeleteI appreciate how you emphasized the importance of having a strong back bone of a support system. Whether or not one has a support system affects his/her emotional and mentality. The less support a person has, the person seems to become more bitter or angry. The more support system the person has, the more confident the person is. It is hard when we have doubts creeping around in our minds and that is a battlefield for human. People who cheer on us, give us the shoulder to cry on, ears to listen, and so on make the whole world different for us. Thus, it is important to tell family and friends that you love them often.
We cannot do things alone. That's for certain.
We were designed to love one another, to help one another, and be around people. Now you just made a few new addition to your support system by befriend with your classmates via Walden University. :)
Britanie
ReplyDeleteFirst of all, I'm so glad you are here with us and you and your brother have overcome incredible odds!
You are a great example of the importance of a solid support system. Your family went through a very challenging time and a support system was needed for you, for your brother, and for your family. I am glad you were able to rely on people for encouragement, love, and the day to day little things. Not everyone has that luxury, but it makes battling something huge, like cancer, just a bit easier. You can concentrate on the battle instead of trying to pick yourself up and do everything alone.
Thanks for sharing your story! I'm glad you all are healthy and can support each other in less stressful situations such as planning a wedding! (Well a more happpy kind of stress anyway)
Britanie,
ReplyDeleteReading your blog this week made me realize how important a good support system is. I also have strong ties to my family and they get me through tough times. I think it is imporant to have families and friends to talk to because having an open ear helps see things from a new perspective. Sometimes when we feel like giving up, helps to talk things through.
I am also with you when it comes to organizing my time wisely. I often find myself frustrated because I plan my week and something comes up that jumbles my tasks around. I absolutely feel lost then and my week seems to go horrible. Talking over each days tasks and marking them off is definetly a good way to feel better about yourself to see how much you got done.