My Circle of Support
My most important relationship that accompanies me in celebrating triumphs and sustaining adversity is my relationship with God, the most Gracious, the most Merciful. I feel that He is with me in whatever I do, and that gives me enormous strength to overcome hardship. Whether at home or in the classroom, I feel that I can always turn to Him for guidance and inspiration. This has helped me endure many challenges throughout my life.
My role model: Mom's strength and vigor have always been my energy source. The way she has faced adversity and endured hardship was always what kept me going when I encountered obstacles along my way. She has always had high expectations for me and constantly believed in my ability to accomplish great things. Much more than I ever did! Nonetheless, her confidence has motivated me to keep going. Her latest accomplishment was impelling me to get my masters degree.
My little sister: Rola has been my protégée as she was growing up, and now she has turned into a prudent woman, whom I am so proud to be her sister. She is so kind-hearted and sympathetic to anyone who is disadvantaged or distressed. Her compassion and benevolence have been a constant incentive to me. Even though she lives in another country, her decency and grace touch my life on a daily basis.
The Head of Kindergarten Program: Nasseema has been my professional and spiritual mentor for more than 14 years. Because of her extensive knowledge and great prudence, I have been able to gain invaluable knowledge and deep insight; on educational issues as well as personal matters. Her empathic nature has enabled her to reach out to hundreds of children and families, and we are all grateful for her existence in our Iives.
The English coordinator for the Kindergarten department: My adviser and true confidante for the last 16 years. Zena has been my mentor throughout my teaching years. Right from the start, she took me in and recognized the potential in me. She has been strict, yet indulgent. Demanding, yet extremely patient and constructive. She has given me guidance and support, and I owe her so much more than words can express. She is the very reason I am the mindful teacher I am.
My relationship with my family, particularly my children is one that is different in nature than all other relationships I have; in caring for them I acquire tremendous strength and great inspiration. I am so grateful for the opportunity I am granted through them to make worthy contributions and add valuable benefits to another being. I sense a similar excitement when I see that I am able to impart wisdom and compassion to my students in class.
Hi Reem,
ReplyDeleteGreat site. It is so very true that the most important relationship that I have also is with God first and then my family. It must be great to be close to someone who is the head of a kindergarten program. That gives you insights and some form of idea on what to expect. Good luck.
Hello Reem,
ReplyDeleteYour post was very complete, thank you for sharing with us.I love how you placed God first above all things, some people tend to forget He is the alpha and the omega. I can see you are blessed with many positive influences in your life. I so like the cartoons you used to portray the people you were describing,all the images match the character perfectly. Good JOb! :)
I really like your post. You used very good graphics and you positive influences are great. God is #1 and because of him we are able to have relationships with others. I really learne alot about how to improve my blog by reading yours. Thanks alot!!!
ReplyDeleteYour positive influences are great. I enjoyed reading about your relationships both in your personal and professional life. I am in awe that you have professional mentors that you are able to go to for guidance and support.
ReplyDeleteI think it is fantastic that you have had such strong professional relationships and mentors. I wish that I could meet people who inspired me professionally, to grow and learn, but thus far the motivation has mainly come from within. Now, being in this Master's course, I have so many chances to be challenged and to learn from all of the professionals that I encounter through this journey!
ReplyDelete-Alyson