The End and the Beginning

I was very anxiety and didn't sleep all that well last night as today was the last session of my training. I was nervous of giving/receiving feedback to/from others as after all, sadly, I am such a people pleaser! It took me 5hours to get everyone's feedback ready. Most of my anxiety actually came from seeing everyone for the last time as a group. It was like I was having a intimate relationship and I have been seeing someone every Saturday. Now it has come to the end and there is this emptiness in my life and I have to find a way to fill up my Saturday from now on.

I have learned so much not only the counselling skills, but also most of all, myself. I really appreciate them providing such a safe environment for me to explore my Jo-Hari Garden together with others. It has been a privilege to share my brave journey with those 16 beautiful souls during those precious eight Saturdays. The depth of intimacy we feel towards the other has been amazing, considering how little time we actually spent with each other.

I was the last person to do the close up because naively I thought if I had never spoken, the day would have never ended. There were tears in my eyes by the time I finished. I am going to miss everyone but at the same time, I am looking forwards to starting the transition, where I'll continue growing with some of you. Thank you guys, for being there and giving me so much generous support in your feedback. I'll work on my strength and learning edges. Best wishes!

Strengths:

• Great empathy & sensitivity towards clients
• Compassionate, caring and warm
• Open in the face of struggles which helps others and herself to be strong
• Friendly, hardworking and intelligent

Learning Edges:

• Relaxation and staying calm
• Asking for help
• A little hard on herself
• Like to take control