Taking that first step
I’m so excited!
Yes, it’s Friday, but that’s not the reason. Monday is our big Landing Strong OnTree adventure followed by a pizza-lunch party at Bent Ridge.
Jen Whalen has been coordinating this event. Wanting to be a strong lead, she’s been practicing for the big day by scaling buildings in Halifax.
When I asked her about this training regimen she shared that the hardest part was taking the first step. Once she got started, it wasn’t difficult and the feelings of fear transformed into exhilaration and excitement.
To tackle these high buildings, she followed these critical steps:
1) Convince herself that the harness was safe; trusting those around her to support her.
2) Believe in the possibility that she could do it.
3) Manage her breathing to calm her body, even when her adrenalin was pumping.
I love Jen’s description because it’s very much like the decision-making process for entering a new program. It just takes that first step. Once you’re there, things quickly get easier. No harness required.
We’re loading up for our Identity and Transition group which starts September 20th. Our half-day Community Connection Program will be meeting every second week starting this Monday. Our next Maintaining Health session is September 19th. Come be part of the fun!
Have a great weekend, and I look forward to seeing you soon.
Warm thoughts,
Belinda Seagram, Ph.D., R. Psych.
Executive Director, Landing Strong
