I had a really good kung fu week and a really good week at work. In my training I have been spending more time than usual talking to other students about different techniques and each person's interpretation of those techniques. I have really enjoyed trying out ideas with people that I don't usually practice with, different body types and sizes also play a pretty big role in how you are going to execute a move. It has been educational and given me lots to think about.
My work week has been challenging and rewarding all at the same time. I am learning more about how I communicate as a supervisor and how to improve it. I am learning how to calmly and succinctly express myself when challenged by another staff member. I have discovered that when commenting on someone's performance it is best to just say it instead of trying to be nice about it (that just seemed to get me in more trouble). It is sort of like ripping the bandaid off, it's best to just do it and not hesitate.
I have also been preparing for and teaching my suicide prevention refresher workshop. I have changed how I present it this year and so far I have received positive feedback. I still have a couple more workshops to do this week but I am not nearly as anxious about how they will go. Talking about suicide prevention always gives me a boost of energy about my work and pushes me to try new things and encourage others to do so as well. I also get quite a thrill from the teaching aspect, it is fun to organize something and then present it.
I also have the pleasure of teaching some new people all about how great it is to do the job that I do. I look forward to meeting the new people and sharing my excitement with them.
Until next week, work hard and have fun.