" My Supports "
Higher
education, theoretically, will enable individuals to expand their
knowledge and skills, express their thoughts clearly in speech and in
writing, grasp abstract concepts and theories, and increase their
understanding of the world and their community (Allen, 2005).
In
my decision to gain higher education I have gotten support from family,
friends, co-workers and so many others in and out of my immediate
circle. Support for me occurs daily with my family and my co-workers. My
family calls, text, visit and pitches in with crazy things like
bringing me breakfast or lunch. It is a great feeling to know that I am
being thought of in my presence and absence with them. I move around a lot; from the moment I awake in the morning. I more often, than not forget to eat or in my defense, I don’t have enough time.
My
co-workers, I absolutely adore because they all love on me and show
their support in the most special ways. They will come by my office to
give me hugs, bring me treats, send me emails or place silly sticky
notes on my desk if they feel I have been to quiet or they have not seen
me for the day. The ask how class is going and generally say something
to positive. There is not one day I do not receive visitors. The funny
thing about the visits are, I am the one that has everything anyone
could need in my office, so the visit is beneficial from all parties
involved. If you need tea, a snack, extra supplies, have a question or
just need to get something off their chest, I am the go-to person.
The
great thing about the support my circle gives me is a sense of purpose,
encouragement and motivation. They pour into me just as much as I hope
that I am into them. If I am late for work or don’t show, the love and
concern I get via calls or messages is priceless. When I make my rounds
and do not see someone that should be there, I do the same. I feel
valued and loved by my co-workers and family. I think I’ve made a
positive lasting impact with them that they show such adoration in their
interaction with me. I am highly attached to those that are in my
circle so I would be shattered if anything took those connections away.
I
recently have been having trouble sleeping and l shared it with one
co-worker. It has gotten to be difficult to function in my day to day
responsibilities with both home and work. Now that my entire team is
aware of my issue with the lack of sleep, they have been sharing their
own personal remedies to help me through. I have gotten articles to
read, special teas and special playlist to help me through. We have not
found a fix as of yet however, I think when my body has had enough of being rebellious it will get the rest it needs.
Reference
Allen, H. (2005, December 8). Home School. Why is Higher Education Important? Retrieved from https://www.crosswalk.com/family/homeschool/why-is-higher-education-important-1367463.html.
