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During the last challenging 4 weeks, I literally felt that I was slowly but surely sliding all the way down Maslow’s triangle – it was a very interesting experience for me. Given my knowledge of the impact of change on an individual as well as the human needs that must be fulfilled, I was acutely aware of closing down until I did not want to see or speak to people and was solely focused on getting through one day at a time. I know also though, that focusing on the positive and deliberately looking for people and things to be grateful for, is critical in any challenging situation. Despite the challenges, I found much to be grateful for, to appreciate and to be positive about. I did my rainbow assessment again with the view to taking stock and setting goals for the new year. From the attached photo, you can see what my rainbow looked like in February and what it looks like now! I am pleasantly satisfied with myself. Usually taking stock results in identifying areas of improvement but as you can see, it also gives evidence of progress which is good reason for celebration! There is no resting on one’s laurels though and I have new goals, am gathering new energy and looking forward with appreciation and gratitude.  |