Since the project, my patience was very low and my understanding of others was one dimensional. Now, I am more patient, with kids especially, and I definately try to see things from everyone's point of view, rather than just mine. I was always very considerate towards other's feelings but recently, I have tried to get to know more about people's background to get a better perceptive of how their past or home life has made them who they are today. Working in the after school program has helped me gain patience as well as learn how to put my foot down when I need to. When I go over to the elementary school or the middle school and I meet a group of kids for the first time, I hold off on the judgements. Instead, I listen to what they have to say and take their personality for what it is. I think these new traits could really help me when I become a counselor or working with children.
You continue to exhibit a wisdom a bit beyond your years! Patience is certainly a must for a good counselor.
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