“A leader’s future is shaped by the people closest to him or her.” This quote has been in stuck in my head for the last month. About a month ago I went to the Red Wing FFA lock in and did a workshop dealing with personal support systems and understanding how important and useful they are. I knew having a support system of friends, family, mentors, and others were important but it never really sunk in until recently.
Let’s ponder these questions and statements;
Who are the five wealthiest people in the world?
Name the last decade’s worth of World Series winners.
Who are five recipients of the Nobel Peace Prize?
The point of this is none of us remember who won all these things or who made the headlines in last week’s newspaper. By no means are these people second-rate achievers because they are some of the best in field. But awards fade. Applause die out. Achievements are forgotten.
Let’s ponder these questions and statements;
Name a couple of friends who have helped you out today or made your day
List a couple of teachers who have had an impact on you
Think of a few individuals who have made you feel appreciated
Designate a couple of people you enjoy spending time with.
I hope you found this set a bit easier than the first. These individuals have made a difference in your life. No, they are not the ones with the most awards or qualifications. They are simply the ones who care the most.
I’m the type of person who tends to isolate themselves in an independent manner and think that I can do it all, sometimes pushing away or not seeking help from the people I’m close too. I realized spending a week a home during spring break that my family has been an enormous part of my support system and has helped develop me into who I am today. It took me having conversations with teachers and mentors who I haven’t talked with in a while to see their impact they have had on me. It took a couple hard weeks of school, tests, adventures, and future decisions to see how I much I value my friends.
Our support system may not always be with us in person but if we appreciate what they do for us and who they are, we can ask ourselves; “What would they say in a time like this?” We can use past experience and our support system to help us go forth in all we do.
Let’s ponder these questions and statements;
Who are the five wealthiest people in the world?
Name the last decade’s worth of World Series winners.
Who are five recipients of the Nobel Peace Prize?
The point of this is none of us remember who won all these things or who made the headlines in last week’s newspaper. By no means are these people second-rate achievers because they are some of the best in field. But awards fade. Applause die out. Achievements are forgotten.
Let’s ponder these questions and statements;
Name a couple of friends who have helped you out today or made your day
List a couple of teachers who have had an impact on you
Think of a few individuals who have made you feel appreciated
Designate a couple of people you enjoy spending time with.
I hope you found this set a bit easier than the first. These individuals have made a difference in your life. No, they are not the ones with the most awards or qualifications. They are simply the ones who care the most.
I’m the type of person who tends to isolate themselves in an independent manner and think that I can do it all, sometimes pushing away or not seeking help from the people I’m close too. I realized spending a week a home during spring break that my family has been an enormous part of my support system and has helped develop me into who I am today. It took me having conversations with teachers and mentors who I haven’t talked with in a while to see their impact they have had on me. It took a couple hard weeks of school, tests, adventures, and future decisions to see how I much I value my friends.
Our support system may not always be with us in person but if we appreciate what they do for us and who they are, we can ask ourselves; “What would they say in a time like this?” We can use past experience and our support system to help us go forth in all we do.
Your support system helps make you who you are. They are the individuals who care about you and who value you. Know that your support system is there to help you. Realize you may be in someone else’s support system as well. We as individuals cannot do it all; we need help and guidance sometime. That’s what your support system is for. As you go on pursuing your goals, making decisions, and living your life remember the people who have had an impact on your life and who support you.
Stationed by the emblem of Washington,
Tyler Warren
Stationed by the emblem of Washington,
Tyler Warren
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