This post is dedicated to the positive girls in my life. I am truly grateful for our relationship.
Susan (Mom) and Elandra (Best Friend)
Relationships/partnerships are important to me because they provide me with the support I need to be successful in my personal life. Without the support of those who are close to me, I would have given up on several goals. The love and encouragement that I have received from those people I have a relationship with has helped me get through many hard days.
Those two people with whom I currently have a positive relationship is my mother and my best friend. These relationships are positive because they involve advice, criticism, and encouragement. We do not seek to harm each other, but help in any way possible. The relationships are maintained through respectful two-way communication. We take turns listening and responding to each other. We also trust each other enough to feel comfortable sharing personal information. There is a shared understanding that secrets will remain secrets. Most importantly, we respect each other's opinions and are not easily offended by criticisms because they are done in love. If issues arise that can affect the relationship, we address them immediately.
These relationships have helped me to be a more effective communicator as an early childhood professional. I listen to others and consider their point of view instead of being judgemental. The benefits of the positive relationships with my mom and best friend have made me more willing to form additional partnerships. I now see families as a resource in promoting the healthy development of the child because they can provide knowledge and advice. As we work together we can support and encourage each other.
I enjoyed reading your post. I agree that relationships and partnership is crucial to our well-being. I think everyone should have positive people in our life that have good things to say and says things that will help us improve. I am not fortunate to have a mom but I do have a husband who is very supportive and postitive. Thanks for sharing Krista, I enjoyed reading your blog.
ReplyDeleteKrista,
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like these are two solid and influential people in your life that you value very much. I applaud all three of you for being able to both give and receive "constructive" (as we say at work) because that isn't an easy thing to do!
Hey Krista,
ReplyDeleteIts good that you have found two people that you have developed such a positive relationship with over the years. Relationships should be based on trust and respect and it seems that you have found that in your mom and friend. I hope that these two relationships will be your foundation on how to base your relationships with your students and parents as you pursue your goals in Early Childhood Field.
Krista,
ReplyDeleteI know we are not in the same group this class, but I had to read your post. From our previous chats, I knew you had a bond and solid relationship with your mother. I like your point about issues arising and making sure to address them quickly so they can be fixed. So often, people will let little things tear down a relationship because they don't communicate and try to push the issues away. This never works and typically causes more issues.
Rhonda
Krista,
ReplyDeletei think its wonderful that you have supportive relationships that help you to achieve your goals. I didnt think about that until I read your post. I thought about how relationships offer you support, advice and guidance and you are right, ultimately they do play a huge role in helping you achieve your goals. Thanks for sharing!