Is it possible for a 35-year-old woman to transform her professional and personal life by simply understanding and identifying the source of my potential? Maybe. The first four chapters of the Art of Possibility are designed to get one started on such a quest. The authors encourage us to shift our focus, which will enable us to view opportunities in a new light. By utilizing the example of the nine-dot challenge, we are forced to think outside the box. Secondly, and especially as students and educators, we tend to focus on measurement such as standardized tests and grade scales to prove ones worth. However it is more to our benefit to embrace an optimistic outlook on life that allows us to step into a universe of possibility. When we take this stance to set the context and let life unfold we can start assuming that people, more specifically, our students can do well despite what the 12-point font states on their IEP. It’s time to move beyond the stress others may bring and start moving our young charges and us toward accomplishing great things. Lastly, if I can assume greatness of others then I can become a contributor to that greatness. By contributing to making others great I am making a difference that may be repaid in unknown amounts in the future. As Emily Dickinson once stated, “Dwell in Possibility.”
My Response:
VERY NICE!!! I like how you started off with the question asking if one can change their professional and personal life by identifying the source of their potential. I completely agree about that it's about changing one's mindset to view opportunities. You bring many good strong points. Thanks for sharing!!
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