Week 4 – Things learned and things remembered….

Wow this week was cram packed with so much wonderful information. Every week, we learn so much, but this week, really struck home for me. One of our readings was a case study about Erica Mills and her company “Warm Fuzz Cards”, and one of our videos was “A Hero’s Journey” by Jeff Sandefer. These 2 items in particular grabbed my attention.

I am a very creative person, so I was attracted to the story about the greeting card company. I enjoyed learning how Mills had an idea, but when she received feedback about her cards, she didn’t swim against the current, she adjusted her idea and made the necessary changes. This lead to her success and ability to grow her business.

In his talk “A Hero’s Journey” Jeff Sandefer reminds us what is important. He said “Live every moment like it matters, because it does…” (Sandefer). He also encourages us to “…choose [our] fellow travelers well, for [we] only take this journey once” (Sandefer). I was reminded of how important my loved ones are. This journey of life, is not just about me, it is about them, and how we travel together. It is my desire to live a life of service, to be a good person, and to be there for those who need me.

I have thought a lot this week about those things I admire in others, and how I can learn from them and grow personally. I also thought about the things I admire in myself. I don’t want to sound conceited, but I think it is good to recognize the best in ourselves. So often we focus on the things we want to improve, but we must not forget that we too can inspire and help others on their paths.