I had a very sick week going from one condition to another. Now I am recuperating from a flu that took all my energy away. In the midst of it, I have witnessed a mother losing her 29 year-old daughter who was not really sick. I did not know what to say to that mother. It is one thing that I did not learn in the seminary. At least I was there for her to hold her and told her that it will be alright. This trauma that I had to deal with did not help my health condition. Mentally, I felt very stressed because I could not stop thinking of my three courses, philosophical foundations which feels like an intensive course, statistics where I find myself completely lost (I missed the first lab) and this class where technology is constantly daring me. It is not that I am complaining because I am an insatiable learner and an achiever. As an achiever, I feel stressed out because I find myself in a situation where I am being controlled by the events around me.
As I was reading Natasha’s posting for the day, it felt like a devotion which is very soothing and encouraging. It helped me to build new perspectives and gear my thoughts towards hope- hope that everything will fall into place with the grace of God and a lot of efforts on my side. As I was viewing David’s hot video from Boston University, I was able to smile because I found it very refreshing and suitable for this generation. The marketing tools utilized are very relevant and capable of convincing students that they are understood and their needs can be met. Overall, I like the manner in which the class is designed (though it requires a lot of time) because it covers an array of information capable of widening our understanding of students services and equipping us to become better leaders to serve today students.
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I too often find myself swimming against the crrent of technology that just won't let me in to shore (completing an asssignment in a timely manner), or that grazes me with the sting of it's translucernt jelly fish (delays, distractions, page errors, shut downs, etc.) You are not alone!
ReplyDeleteI hope you are feeling better.
Natasha
ReplyDeleteI appreciate your feedback and advice to learn technology. I concur with you that it is a must nowadays. Though it is not my cup of tea, I will do my best to learn it. I do not expect to be as efficient as other people are at it, but I want to be able to communicate with others through the different technologies of the day.
Indeed Renaude, that is the challenge that we all must face - learning to communicate effectively to reach those we serve.
ReplyDeleteI pray that all is well for you. May God give you the strength and courage that you need to make it through. Be blessed! By the way, I like the bright colors of your blog. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteI am happy to hear that you are feeling better. Rest assured that "practice makes perfect" and Natasha is providing us the opportunity for lots of practice! :)
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