Journal 1:

   Question 1- Discuss your primary motivation for going to school.

      

My primary motivation for going back to school is my family. I want to be able to provide for them no matter what they might need especially as they get older and attend college for themselves. I want for them to be able to take their mom to school on career day, and be proud that she went to college and has a job that is making a difference. I always have had the will to be successful and starting school again makes me feel good about myself and I can not wait to be finished and start my career as a Medical Assistant. Also, by going back to school it allows me to plan for my future finances and allows me not to have to live from paycheck to paycheck. As years go by things get harder and harder and I want a better life for my family and being able to provide for them is only the first step of my plan. Question 2- What positive beliefs have I “locked on” to about myself that will help me achieve success in school?       Things that I believe can help me achieve my goal is remind myself I do anything that I put my mind to; If I cant achieve it one way, try another. I have to always take new things step by step in order to have excellent results. If I can not figure out how to do something I need to always remind myself that there are others that can help and that it's not only me going through school but others as well. Being open to discuss topics with others will allow me to look at things or ideas in different ways. So far I have had a great experience with the online classroom and many people call and check in with me to ensure that the experience is going without any bumps. I appriciate all the help and kindness from each and every person so far along the way. This also has helped me feel comfortable. Everyone including my family has been very supportive. I am very motivated and I want to be successful not only for my family, but for myself as well. Even though I have alot on my plate already with 3 kids, work and my home, I tell my self I can do it, it maybe crazy sometimes but thats life. Question 3- How do my thoughts impact my beliefs and behavior?     The thoughts that I have about school are positive and I have to say that way no matter what. I dont ever want to be discouraged because that will lead to failure. If I think positivly then postitive things will come of them. Having positive influences around me that support my decisions are very important. Others have opinions and even though it is only up to me to do my best, their input is always important. The fact that going back to school is for my future it drives me to do well. I would like to make presidents honor roll while attending PCI, this is my biggest goal. Having 3 kids and lists of other things that need done daily will be a challenge at times and will test my patience; but is well worth it. Life is to short not to make the most out of what you got even if there is not much to work with. As my mom always told me as a kid "if life gives you lemons, make lemonade." and to just except what can not be changed. Going to school is changing my future and my families future, it's all up to me in the end.