Not goodbye but see you later

In the past two years I have started a new career, had a baby and finished my Masters’ degree. My life has changed significantly but I am thankful for the colleagues, peers and professors I gave grown to know and learn from.

One lesson I have learned is to appreciate the families I work with and to meet them where they are.  The expectations and goals I have for a family might not be same. I need to be sensitive to the needs and goals of the families I work with.

Secondly, I have learned to trust my instinct and grow and learn from my colleagues.  I have a lot of education and experience, however, learning and growing from those around me is an experience I need to be thankful for.

Finally, I have learned to challenge myself and step out of my comfort zone. Working with challenging families and peers can be opportunity for growth. It is important to put myself in situations I may not be comfortable with in an effort to grow myself as a professional.

To my colleagues, I wish you luck on the next chapter of your career. Thank you for challenging me and encouraging me through this process. To Dr. Teri, thank you for challenging me as a professional and supporting me through the process. I appreciate your feedback and encouragement.