Becoming A Leader - My Journey Part 6
As I look on today's events, I began to realize something had awakened in me, that I had not seen or felt from me in a very long time. You see in order for me to be in collage I first have to take the Collage Academy classes to get collage credits.
There is a course requirement called PACA that you must take and complete. It is 1 day a week for 7 weeks in live online class where people do see you,
Upon my first day I was afraid because I have anxiety disorder and panic attack. My disorder is so bad that I am on 3 different anxiety med's and a sleeping pill I take on a daily bases. For years, I have not been able to do any public speaking, nor can I go shopping on my own. I always have to have a personal assistant with me,
My class was an hour and a half today, and something changed dramatically. Every the instructor for the class asked a question, I was the first one to answer along with full details. I spoke a lot about being with WA and all that I have learned.
Now when my peers where done giving their answers, I found myself giving them feedback and more helpful tips to help them succeed in collage, their career, and life. They were not only amazed but enjoyed the feedback I gave them.
I told them all about what I have been doing here at WA. and gave them my website. To my surprise I have found that a lot of them have left me comments for my article
After class I stayed and talked to my instructor who was impressed to see the complete turn around in mood since joining WA. And reminded me that next weeks class I am the one who will facilitate the first part of the class. Truth be told, I can't wait
My journey began two months ago when I started school. But Last Tuesday I ended up on a new journey, and now both journeys have come together as one.
Not only am I growing within my niche, but I found that I am beginning to become the leader I want was before my disabilities took over. I have decided that I am disabled, but hell I am not dead. So with that said my disabilities will just have to co inside with me being a leader.
Thank you all for your help and support during my first week. I look forward to many, many more weeks, months, and years to come with all of you. Please stay tuned for my journey to come as I continue my journey here.
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Hello LoriM5,
I chuckled when you said"I have decided that I am disabled, but hell I am not dead." lol I know that's right! I am in my late 40's and you keep striving and be the best you and work on your goals as long as we have life in our bodies. Congratulations on everything you have accomplished. I have experienced anxiety and I know how serious it can be so, hats off to you and keep pushing through all obstacles.
This is me hitting the 'LOVE' button. Look at you go. Congratulations. I know how very hard dealing with anxiety disorder can be. I'm so proud of you and for you. The first step. Looking forward to cheering you on as you continue to move forward.
Thanks for sharing!