From Peg.I was speaking to a group of people last weekend. I asked them to do three things: Step Up (be present); Step Forward (take the hand of a child or young person); and Speak Out (to make a difference). When you work at camp this summer, ask yourself, "What can I do to be sure I am present?" I believe one way you can ensure your "presence" is to decide in advance that you are not going to merely react to the camp experience as it reveals itself but you are going to think about what you are seeing, hearing, and doing. In order to maximize In a graphical environment, to enlarge a window to the full size of the screen. See Win Maximize windows. the opportunity to be present, you must consider prior to going to camp the consequences you are hoping to achieve this year. Be prepared to be present with purpose and intent each day that you spend with your campers. I challenge each one of you to take a young person's hand in your hand, understanding that you can make a positive difference in that camper's life. You might wonder whether you can make a difference in someone's life by simply taking his or her hand. I tell you the answer is: "Yes." So Step Up and Step Forward. Next, you must consider how you are going to Speak Out. When you meet someone for the first time what speaks most loudly to you? Attitude!! By simply observing observing, v 1. to look or notice through visual inspection. 2. to quietly look at the client's inhalation and exhalation patterns to discern the breath wave and perceive areas that need therapeutic intervention. someone's body posture posture /pos·ture/ (pos´choor) the attitude of the body.pos´tural pos·ture n. 1. A position of the body or of body parts. 2. , mood, action, and words you can identify their feelings, thoughts, and opinions. Consider the power you have as you meet your campers for the first time. Your skills and competencies will make a difference, but your attitude can be your own personal tipping point The point in time in which a technology, procedure, service or philosophy has reached critical mass and becomes mainstream. See network effect. See also tip and ring. between success and failure. Expressing the right expectations through your mood and body language and using the right words to share enthusiasm and affirmation A solemn and formal declaration of the truth of a statement, such as an Affidavit or the actual or prospective testimony of a witness or a party that takes the place of an oath. An affirmation is also used when a person cannot take an oath because of religious convictions. can change someone's poor self-image self-image n. The conception that one has of oneself, including an assessment of qualities and personal worth. or poor attitude with greater speed than most any other tool available to you. Do not allow discouragement, fear, or failure to rule the day. Approach each relationship with a spirit of encouragement, faith, and opportunity. Speak Out with a positive attitude. Step Up, Step Forward, and Speak Out. Oh, and remember, smile!! by Peg L. Smith, Chief Executive Officer |
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