How has technology changed your job? I thought about this question. With my current job, I don't use technology much aside from basic computer needs. The better question for me is how has it changed my life? In 1995 when the computers were just coming out, I bought my first computer and my world changed! …
What's a secret skill or ability you have or wish you had? For me, I have always been very sensitive. I have felt things very strongly, whether it was positive or negative. This included my surroundings and other people. Hyper Aware. Certain places and buildings would make me feel a certain way. Very old buildings …
What is your favorite type of weather? When I was growing up, every winter I fell into a dark hole. It started when I was about 11 or so. I don't really know what came first. Was it obsessive compulsive disorder or depression? I remember the first time I experienced depression. I didn't understand what …
Who was your most influential teacher? Why? I have had several influential teachers. Let's start with Kay and Jan Shinol! Kay would tell me "you can't do it wrong." Basically, we are all just making it up as we go along. It's a reminder to go easy on ourselves. Every decision we made was because …
What tattoo do you want and where would you put it? To tattoo or not to tattoo, that is the question. I got my first tiny tattoo after my son was born. Simply, the tattoo symbolized "blessing " About five years later, I got my next one. This one was channeled just for me. I …
You’re going on a cross-country trip. Airplane, train, bus, car, or bike? I've dreamed of this for a while and it will eventually happen. My ideal cross country trip is to ride in a nice RV or camper van. There are no commitments but a "let's see where the wind takes us" kind of vibe. …
Who is the most confident person you know? All of us are confident...and then insecure. It is not black and white but changes with the ebb and flow of the tides. Our confidence changes moment to moment. Each of us experience both confidence and insecurity. We might be participating in an activity or job we …
Daily writing promptWhat strategies do you use to cope with negative feelings?View all responses Depression can hit me hard. I often find that when I am in a negative space, I look at what I have been thinking and saying to myself. I will usually find that my inner critic has taken a hold of …
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