Oh my, what a ride! I have been on mental overload since Tuesday...ok let's say even (Superbowl) Sunday morning when I started working on the statement writing activity.
At times I feel knowledgeable and helpful to others and there are times like Tuesday and Wednesday night when I want to scream because I feel so confused, helpless, and clueless. However, there is one important thing that is for certain, we have a great cohort of people who we can all lean on.
Although I am the type of person who finds strength in knowing and being an expert in my craft, this week has really made me feel extremely uncomfortable and lost, like a kid at school who has wondered off of the playground and now in the real big world of research. This is a world that I am not so comfortable with, but it is clearly evident to me that I will have the support to suceed. Thank you gr8 8 for being there for me. You are an extremely strong comforting group.
It's amazing that within about a month's time I feel extremely supported and connected to our outstanding cohort and the faculty who will see to it that we succeed! I am not sure that I have ever been a part of a group who miraculously seems to know just what you need when you need it.
Terrence, You're the ultimate optimist and cheerleader. All you need to make yourself feel better is one of your own pep talks, compliments, or words of encouragement! Remember, when I feel like that I'm going to you.
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