A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to get back into the Operating Room and it could not have been more satisfying. To read all about my experience, click here.
myself is: how is this year going to be better? I had an incredible experience last year and learned so much, but I do not want merely a repeat of last year -- I want to learn even more, push myself even further, and, overall, have an even more incredible journey.
This coming week, we will be working on our display boards. I am considering changing my board from last year but the thought of having to remake it entirely is also quite daunting. In addition to that, we are beginning to prepare for our Research Speeches and writing up our Original Work proposals. I am actually meeting with Dr. Weprin tomorrow and we will be discussing what projects I will tackle this coming year.
My first interview as this past Friday and I feel like my motivation to get back into the swing of things is increasing exponentially. Because of last year, I knew in my head what interviews were like - ask questions, get answers, takes notes, write an assessment. To some extent, it was a pretty redundant and repetitive thing. But, what I had forgotten was the fun that came along with that. There is something about having a conversation with a professional about something that you're truly passionate about that is engaging and intriguing and exciting, all at the same time. I had the privilege of interviewing Dr. Shah, who is a pediatric otolaryngologist. It is always interesting to me to make comparisons across subspecialties, to make note of those similarities and differences. I have a few more interviews lined up in the following weeks and I have a feeling that once I get started, I will find myself enjoying the whole process more.
This is a big week in ISM in that Business Symposium is this Friday. Everything we have learned thus far from how to shake a hand to carrying conversations to dressing professionally has been in preparation for this event. I remember that this was a time in which I actually forced myself to go and talk to professionals and other adults who I did not know whatsoever. It is crazy for me to think that I ever did something like this, especially considering that I am typically not a very outgoing or social person (not to say I can't carry a conversation; I'm just not the type that will go out of my way to strike up a conversation with someone I don't know). As a personal goal/challenge, I want to push myself to interact with twice as many people as I did last time. I do not think that I took advantage of the networking opportunity this provided me last year and I want to make it a point that I do not make the same mistake again. Though I am a little bit nervous, I am also very excited and I cannot wait to see how the event unfolds.
This is a big week in ISM in that Business Symposium is this Friday. Everything we have learned thus far from how to shake a hand to carrying conversations to dressing professionally has been in preparation for this event. I remember that this was a time in which I actually forced myself to go and talk to professionals and other adults who I did not know whatsoever. It is crazy for me to think that I ever did something like this, especially considering that I am typically not a very outgoing or social person (not to say I can't carry a conversation; I'm just not the type that will go out of my way to strike up a conversation with someone I don't know). As a personal goal/challenge, I want to push myself to interact with twice as many people as I did last time. I do not think that I took advantage of the networking opportunity this provided me last year and I want to make it a point that I do not make the same mistake again. Though I am a little bit nervous, I am also very excited and I cannot wait to see how the event unfolds.
Now that we have gone through the first few weeks of school, we have been given the go ahead to start calling and emailing to schedule interviews. Not to sound like I was bored with what we were doing before, but for me, interviews are one of the most exciting parts about ISM. Sending professional emails or reaching out to clinics through phone call or leaving voicemails -- all of it is part of the whole experience. It is a little less stressful than last year in that I am somewhat familiar with the process and know what to expect and how it works but at the same time, every single interview is unique. I have about 3 interviews in the works right now and I cannot wait to see what I learn. Last year, I focused on neurosurgery when it came to interviews but this year I have reached out to a wide variety of professionals in pediatric subspecialties which makes it all the more exciting. I know that I am going to learn quite a bit through these interviews and I am excited to finally get the ball rolling.
Getting caught up in the routine of ISM and simply going with the flow is a very common predicament. I'm not going to lie -- it's hard to stay committed to something (even if you're incredibly passionate about it) if you see no true purpose in it. Of course, ISM is an incredible experience. Of course, ISM teaches you many things. But at the same time, when you realize that majority of studenfs in ISM won't actually end up pursuing their topic of study as a career, it's a little hard to find motivation to push on.
Until you happen to be in a situation that allows you to use what you have learned.
This past weekend we had family come in from out of town. And unbeknownst to me was the fact that one of my extended family members was actually a neurosurgeon. Imagine my excitement when I was able to talk freely with him about all that I had learned. I showed him my display board and talked about my mentorship and I soon learned that he had been born with hydrocephalus. For those of you who may not know, last year my final product was based on hydrocephalus and it was incredibly amazing to see how what I had learned throughout the course of one year truly did have relevancy in the real world. It seems like such a nerdy and small thing -- being able to hold an intelligible conversation with someone. But for me it was chance to show what I head learned, (outside the classroom of ISM) and it was exactly the encouragement I needed to keep pushing onward.
As I mentioned in my previous post, there are so many specialties within pediatrics. But, what exactly is the difference between these? To read my analysis about the difference between neurosurgery and neurology, click here.
As we began assembling our list of potential contacts to interview this year, I quickly ran into an issue. I had intended on continuing with pediatric neurosurgery as my field this year and staying with my same mentor. However, if that was the case, who was I supposed to interview? The purpose of these interviews was to learn but also to serve as a screening process for potential mentors but if I already had a mentor, what was the point?
After thinking it through, I decided that I wanted to utilize my interviews as a way to get an overview of all the various sub-specialties of pediatrics. I had focused so intently on one specific niche last year, not really recognizing that there were so many other specialties within pediatrics as well. I compiled a list of various professionals from pediatric otolaryngologists to endocrine specialists. I am really looking forward to setting up and going on these interviews because I am curious as to the differences between them.
This week we are focusing on writing our research assessments and polishing up our resume.
After thinking it through, I decided that I wanted to utilize my interviews as a way to get an overview of all the various sub-specialties of pediatrics. I had focused so intently on one specific niche last year, not really recognizing that there were so many other specialties within pediatrics as well. I compiled a list of various professionals from pediatric otolaryngologists to endocrine specialists. I am really looking forward to setting up and going on these interviews because I am curious as to the differences between them.
This week we are focusing on writing our research assessments and polishing up our resume.
It is crazy to think that it about a year has passed since I first began my journey in ISM last year. I've not only learned so much about the field of pediatric neurosurgery, but also about myself. As I begin again this year, there are so many questions running through my head. How will this year compare to last year? Will it not live up to the experience I had and leave me disappointed? Or will it surpass any expectation I may have had and absolutely amaze me? What will I do for Original Work? Or, Final Product? Because I am going through this entire journey once again, it's slightly different -- I know, or at least have a small idea, of what the end will look or feel like. And because of that, some might argue that there really isn't a point in going through it all again. But, I can't help but remember my quote from last year. "It is good to have an end to journey towards, but it is the journey that matters in the end" How true these words are. ISM is about the experience, the growth, the lessons, the friendships and the memories. So much more than just a class or a project, it's about discovering who you are and what you're passionate about. So yes, I'm worried and scared and completely unsure about how this year will turn out. But, I am confident of one thing -- at the end of this we will all look back and once again be amazed with how far we have come.
As I look back upon this year, I cannot help but be incredibly grateful for all that unique and amazing opportunities I have had under the mentorship of Dr. Bradley Weprin. My favorite memory with him is actually my first interview with him. I remember walking in and we began talking about various neurological disorders. We were talking about hydrocephalus and I knew a little about the topic and the main treatment is something called a shunt. But what stood out to me about this interview was the fact that Dr. Weprin stopped during his interview to go and get an actual shunt. He put it into my hands and this was a really neat experience for me. Although to others it may seem like something insignificant, the fact that he made a point to teach me something new in a tangible way and help me understand in a different perspective really impacted me. Out of all my other experiences with him, I particularly treasure the conversations that I have had with him in his office -- that's not to say that seeing craniofacial surgeries or tumor resections or going on rounds or shadowing in clinic was not exciting or fascination. But the conversations that I had with my mentor took our relationship to the next level. Whether we were talking about why certain neurological disorders occurred more frequently in some geographical areas than others or the latest fetal surgery techniques or my college plans, every conversation that I had with him taught me something new. He invested so much of his time and energy into teaching me not only about the field of pediatric neurosurgery but valuable life lessons. I am truly appreciative of the his desire and willingness to teach and mentor me. I honestly could not have asked for a better mentor.
Final Presentation Night is in 3 days. From the very first day of school in August, all ISM students have been working towards this day and the fact that it is so close, is unreal. Stress levels are high as I race to finish and perfect everything: from my board to my portfolio to my product to my speech. There is so much to get done in an extremely small amount of time. I decided to amend my Final Product a little bit and change it from just a Children's Book, to more of an awareness campaign. In addition to the book, I am in the process of creating a website, a poster, and a brochure. My hope is that I will be able to finish all of this in a professional manner before Friday.
One other thing I have come to realize is that this Friday will potentially be the last of my mentor visits for this school year. I have learned so much, but I also feel like I have just hit the tip of the iceberg. Currently, I am not sure as to what topic I will study for the upcoming school year, but continuing down this path does seem like a good option. Just yesterday, I was able to see some intense and incredible procedures and this Thursday, I will be shadowing on patient visits. If there was ever a time in which I wish life had a pause button, now would be that time.
One other thing I have come to realize is that this Friday will potentially be the last of my mentor visits for this school year. I have learned so much, but I also feel like I have just hit the tip of the iceberg. Currently, I am not sure as to what topic I will study for the upcoming school year, but continuing down this path does seem like a good option. Just yesterday, I was able to see some intense and incredible procedures and this Thursday, I will be shadowing on patient visits. If there was ever a time in which I wish life had a pause button, now would be that time.
In preparation for Final Presentation Night, we have been working on our speeches. Below, I have shared both parts of my speech. They are extremely rough and I have not practiced them extensively but this is a good idea of what my presentation will be like. Any comments or suggestions are welcome!
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Creating a children's book is something that is much easier said than done. After putting it off for quite some time, I finally got around to sitting down and writing out my story. Once I got going, it was not too difficult but I will say that writing in such a manner that is not only engaging to a young child but also relatively informative requires some creativity. I have finished the rough draft of my book (You can read it here) and am currently in the process of getting it edited and illustrated. I myself am not artistically gifted and so I will be outsourcing the illustration part to a family member. Beyond that, these next few weeks will be intense. AP exams are approaching quite quickly and in addition to studying for those, I also need to be working on my ISM project. I am thinking about potentially expanding my original idea from just a book to a more diverse awareness campaign. Permitting that time allows, perhaps I will create an interactive website, or an informative brochure, or a graphic poster -- something that will target an older audience. But, I will only be able to focus on that after I finish with this book and exams. This week, I hope to visit my mentor and round with him on the neuro-oncology visits. I personally enjoy patient visits quite a bit because it is a completely different aspect of a doctor's life in that I get to experience more of the relationship part of working as a pediatric physician. I also need to finish passing out my invitations, finalize my program, and proof my binder. Seems like the list of things to do seems to be getting longer and longer as the amount of time I have to get it down gets shorter and shorter. We are in that final stretch and the effort I put in now will surely pay off in the long run.
With Final Presentation Night just around a month away, things are getting intense and quite quickly. I have been hard at work on my Final Product, which is going to be a book that explains hydrocephalus to young children. I think the hardest part of this project will be illustrating it because conveying the information in a simplistic manner should not be too difficult but presenting it in an engaging manner is the challenge.
So far, I have been able to see quite a few surgeries and it amazes me how the thrill of surgery never dies down. Perhaps one of the most vivid memories I have is when I was able to see a Myelomeningocele procedure. This is one of the most pristine and precise surgeries I have ever seen in that there was not a lot of blood loss and the maneuvers utilized by the surgeons were very exact. To add on to the intensity of the surgery, it was preformed on a baby that was only a day old!
Looking ahead, there a many things to get down. From finalizing the guest list to sending out invitations to making sure that I have my speech ready to go, the next few weeks will truly test my endurance and stress thresholds.
During my second surgery, I was able to witness a unique collaboration between pediatric neurosurgeons and pediatric neurologists. The patient suffered from surgeries and the doctors were ressecting a part of the brain in hopes of minimizing the seizure occurrences.
To read about my experience, click here.
To read about my experience, click here.
My Original Work and Final Product are both specializing in hydrocephalus. During my first official mentor visit, I was able to see 2 spinal tap procedures, but in very different scenarios.
To read about my experience, click here.
To read about my experience, click here.
After completing my Original Work, I was compelled to further understand how doctors and insurance companies work in collaboration with each other to organize and sort the vast amount and types of surgeries and procedures.
To read my analysis of ICD and CPT codes, click here.
To read my analysis of ICD and CPT codes, click here.
Craniofacial abnormalities, more commonly referred to as CFA, refer to a diverse group of deformities in the facial plates and head.
To read my analysis about various craniofacial abnormalities, click here.
This past week has been quite hectic, but for reasons unrelated to ISM. One thing I am starting to realize is that unless I prioritize my time, the next few weeks are going to be extremely miserable. AP Testing season is about to start and along with all the craziness that comes with that, I will also have to be finishing up Final Product and working on other things. This week, I finished up two EOLs and am also perfecting my portfolio. Hopefully by getting these smaller tasks out of the way, I will be able to focus solely on Final Product in the weeks to come.
It is crazy how Final Presentation Night is less than two months away. It seems the time has just flown by and the end is in sight. This past week I focused on brainstorming ideas for my final product. To some degree, being in the medical field does not allow for a whole lot of creativity or spontaneity. I decided to base my Final Product off of what I did for my Original Work, which was a statistical analysis of the incidences of hydrocephalus in the Dallas-Forth Worth Metroplex. After talking to my mentor, I have decided to take this analysis one step further. For my Original Work, I analyzed one aspect of the hydrocephalus - the type. However, for Final Product, what I intend to do is analyze multiple aspects such as recovery period, age, gender, doctor, etc. This is quite more laborious than my Original Work and with that in mind, I hope to begin work on my Final Product very soon.
It never ceases to amaze me how much I learn from each mentor visit. Originally, this past Wednesday, I had a mentor visit scheduled and I was supposed to watch my mentor in surgery. However, my mentors surgery was cancelled and I was somewhat bummed out. But, not for long. The unique thing about my mentor ship is that since my mentor works along side a few other pediatric neurosurgeons, it doesn't necessarily have to be him whom I shadow -- in this sense, I may end up shadowing some of his colleagues as well. And that's exactly what happened this past Wednesday. Although my mentors surgery was cancelled, he allowed me to come in and follow around one of the other pediatric neurosurgeons and it was quite interesting to compare how similar (and also how different) these surgeons are. I started off the morning by analyzing and looking at scans and then followed the surgeon on rounds. After that, I was able to see her preform surgeon on an 8 month old male who suffered from seizures. What surprised the most about this particular surgery was the collaboration that took place between both the pediatric neurosurgeons and the pediatric neurologists. In the operating room itself I was able to listen to the conversation and discussion that occurred between the two professionals and gain some insight as to how the two doctors were able to come to a consensus regarding the best procedural option for the patient. There is a certain thrill and joy that I get from being in the Operating Room. It is actually extremely difficult to put into words the feeling that I get when I am able to step inside an operating room and see a pulsating brain right in front of my eyes. I cannot say that there is any other experience that I can compare it to. As spring break is coming up, I'm looking forward to hopefully spending a few more days in the hospital. At the same time, I must keep in mind that Final Presentation Nigh and Final Product are coming and start working on both of those things. It is crazy how fast time seems to be flying and this is both exhilarating and terrifying. I cannot wait to see what these next few months hold but at the same time I know they are going to pass by quite rapidly.
This past Monday I was able to go on my first actual mentor visit and it is safe to say I was blown away. I am not a morning person and I usually find it extremely difficult to wake up early. But when Monday morning rolled around, I was up about one hour before I even needed to be up. Once I arrived at the hospital, I changed into scrubs and for the first hour or so, shadowed Nurse Practitioners. I was able to see two spinal taps and it is amazing how much I learned through those two procedures. Although the procedure itself was the same, because it was preformed on two 2 very different patients, I was able to learn quite a bit of information. After that, I went into the operating room and watched my mentor and one of the residents preform a tumor removal on a patient. Before going into the operating room, I was quite worried. Some of the nurses had warned me that the smell might be overwhelming and instructed me to take a sit if I ever felt dizzy or nauseous. The fact that they even had to tell me that was quite worrying. However, after stepping into the operating room, I did not even notice anything -- I was more fascinated by what was going on. There were x-rays on the walls and various equipment spread out across the room. In addition to my mentor and the resident, there were 3 other nurses and an anesthesiologist. During the initial part of the surgery, the anesthesioloist should me her side of the job and walked me through what exactly her job and tasks entailed. Not only did she teach me about what she did, she also explained why her job was necessary in regards to the patient and how the body reacted to whatever drugs she was adminstering. The surgery itself lasted about 4.5 hours and it amazes me how fast the time went by. There was never a moment in which I was bored or disinterested. I could go on for quite some time about how much I enjoyed my visit, but I will spare you the otherwise belaboring details. I cannot wait for my next visit!
Pediatric neurosurgeons treat a variety of disorders and amongst one of the most common is brain tumors. Tumors, which are abnormal mass of cells, put pressure on different parts of the brain and can impair certain body functions.
To read my analysis about the various classifications of tumors, click here.
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This past week we were required to give a 20 to 25 minute speech regarding Original Work, and it amazes me how quickly time seems to go once I get in front of people. Although I had prepared for about 30 minutes worth of talking, I only spent about 20 minutes presenting my speech (much to my dismay). After I finished my presentation, I was not entirely satisfied. I knew I had rambled quite a bit and that I had used a lot of filler words. It is good to have stage presence, but what makes a presentation 10x better is when the actual content of the speech is stellar. Moving forward, I feel that I need to prepare my speeches a little differently. Rather than just having an outline and being impromptu, I feel that if I put more work into the preparation aspect and mentally plan out what I am going to say so that all my words flow eloquently and fluidly, I will have a more convincing and engaging presentation. One other thing I need to really work on is talking slower. I naturally speak at a fairly fast speed and I only speak faster when talking in front of people and this not only makes it harder for the audience to truly understand what I am saying, but it also leaves me as a speaker with a lot of dead time, which I then have to fill with even more impromptu rambling. Although I was quite disappointed and frustrated after giving this speech, I do know what I need to work on for future speeches.
More importantly, I am excited for my mentor visit! Right before I presented my speech, I received an email from my mentor asking if I would like to come in and watch a surgery. This will be the first time that I have stepped into the operating room and I am not sure there are words to described just what I am feeling. As I have been patiently waiting for some time, I am thrilled to finally get a chance to see my mentor operate on and interact with patients. However, at the same time, I have absolutely no idea what to expect when I walk in. Will the smell and the sounds and the environment be overwhelming? Or will I absolutely love it?
More importantly, I am excited for my mentor visit! Right before I presented my speech, I received an email from my mentor asking if I would like to come in and watch a surgery. This will be the first time that I have stepped into the operating room and I am not sure there are words to described just what I am feeling. As I have been patiently waiting for some time, I am thrilled to finally get a chance to see my mentor operate on and interact with patients. However, at the same time, I have absolutely no idea what to expect when I walk in. Will the smell and the sounds and the environment be overwhelming? Or will I absolutely love it?
After quite a busy and hectic week with Original Work, last week was somewhat of a break -- something that is supposedly indicative of how the next few weeks are going to be like. Other than an a written assessment, there was not a lot of work that we did. I am currently talking with my mentor about what my Final Product will be. Initially it was going to be very similar to my Original Work, just in depth but now I am curious as to what other options I might be able to pursue. Unfortunately, I am still not cleared for surgery or shadowing, which is quite frustrating because I would like to actually get a hands on experience. However, if anything, I am learning to be patient.
This coming week, I am going to give a 20 to 25 minute presentation about everything that I done along my ISM journey thus far and I have to admit, I am a little intimidated. I know what I want to include, but organizing it in a comprehensible and engaging major is much easier said than done. For the next few weeks, I am going to focus on simply enjoying my mentorship and exploring all that it has to offer.
This coming week, I am going to give a 20 to 25 minute presentation about everything that I done along my ISM journey thus far and I have to admit, I am a little intimidated. I know what I want to include, but organizing it in a comprehensible and engaging major is much easier said than done. For the next few weeks, I am going to focus on simply enjoying my mentorship and exploring all that it has to offer.
This past has been insanely stressful as we had to finish our Original Work. After meeting with Dr. Weprin the week before, we finalized what exactly I should do for Original Work and together we decided that perhaps the most feasible and doable option was to categorize and analyze the types of hydrocephalus cases treated over the span of one year. Naturally, I was excited to get started working, but I will admit, that it was a lot more tedious than I initially imagined. The raw data that Dr. Weprin gave me was essentially just a bunch of codes and numbers. By looking at that information, I had absolutely no idea what it meant or if there was any significance to it. Dr. Weprin soon gave me a key and after that I was able to categorize them a little more, but even then, one type of hydrocephalus case would be assigned to multiple code numbers making the data still not entirely easy to analyze. So, I had to go one step further and sort the codes and cases by type. Finally, I was done. With the data organization. From there, I had to analyze the data and so I looked for numerical trends to see if there was a certain month or time period that saw more hydrocephalus cases than others. I also look to see which type of hydrocephalus was most common and which was least common. However, I could not just hand in a bunch of numbers and graphs and so I compiled all the information into a presentable document (28 pages!) and turned it in. Although I may not have gotten any sleep the night before turning it in, I can honestly say that I am extremely proud of what I have accomplished and this whole experience only makes me more excited for Final Product.
This past Thursday I was able to meet with my mentor for the first time and with confidence I can say that I am truly looking forward to the rest of this semester. Initially I was a little bit discouraged because I have had my mentor since November but due to schedule conflicts and various other reasons, there were many times when our meetings had to be canceled. The fact that I had not met with my mentor since November combined with the extremely close deadline for Original Work had me quite worried -- especially since my Original Work was heavily dependent on information that only my mentor could give me. There was actually a moment when I considered changing my Original Work because it did not seem that I would have access to the necessary information in time to complete what I had initially planned for Original Work. But, it all worked out and it is safe to say that I am quite relieved. We made a few adjustments to what my mentor had originally proposed because that idea was quite extensive and required me to go through a vast amount of research to something that was a little more doable. Rather than researching all demographical aspects, I am choosing to focus on how many of each type of hydrocephalus was treated in the time span between 2013 and 2014. I have about one week left to go through all the data and compile it into a presentable and professional manner, but the fact that I am finally able to get started on this project has me motivated. After meeting with my mentor, I feel more at ease about what is to come and cannot wait to see what the rest of this semester holds!
Depressed skull fractures in newborns are caused mainly by the compression of the head during labor, and in the cases of infants, they are caused primarily by the head trauma. Depressed skull fractures may interrupt the growth and function of the brain and therefore, early treatment is imperative.
Headaches are one of the most common neurological problems, occurring both in children and adults alike. Defined as a pain arising from the head or upper neck of the body, headaches actually originate from the tissues and structures that surround the brain.
To read my analysis about the categorizations of headaches and current prognosis, click here.
To read my analysis about the categorizations of headaches and current prognosis, click here.
This past week in ISM has been kind of a lull. With Original Work due in just a few weeks, other students in my class have begun researching and surveying but I have absolutely no idea where to begin or how to start since my idea for Original Work is dependent on access to case files (which I have not gotten yet). This is somewhat frustrating but it has given me an idea of how procrastination in this class will only come back to haunt me. If I put off till the last second, I know I will be stressed out, scrambling to finish my project, and ultimately unable to produce quality work. My meeting with my mentor is scheduled for next week and hopefully once I meet with him, I will be able to get the ball rolling and start on my project. Initially I had planned on researching the demographics of hydrocephalus but seeing how the deadline for my project is very soon, I might have to change this to something that is a little bit more practical.
If there is one thing that I have learned this week it is that this next semester is not going to be easy. Getting an idea for Original Work was difficult enough, and carrying to completion seems to be even more difficult. I can only imagine how challenging Final Product will be. But, in a sense, this challenge is more encouraging than it is deterring. I am excited for what lies ahead because I know that it is going to push me to new extremes, force me to be creative, and to take initiative.
If there is one thing that I have learned this week it is that this next semester is not going to be easy. Getting an idea for Original Work was difficult enough, and carrying to completion seems to be even more difficult. I can only imagine how challenging Final Product will be. But, in a sense, this challenge is more encouraging than it is deterring. I am excited for what lies ahead because I know that it is going to push me to new extremes, force me to be creative, and to take initiative.
After a long, but well-deserved, winter break, it was exciting to come back to school and get started on my mentorship again. After a few canceled meetings and no response from my mentor, it is safe to say that I am starting to feel a little frustrated. With Original Work due in just a few weeks, it is quite stressing when I realize that I have not yet once met with my mentor. However, if anything, this is teaching me how to be patient and aware that as a pediatric neurosurgeon, he is probably very busy. I trust that he will make time for me, but getting the ball rolling proves to be a little harder than I initially imagined.
This past week, we worked on 2 things mainly. To start of the New Year well, I came up with a list of S.M.A.R.T. goals and this list included things that were related to ISM as well as other priorities. Initially, I felt that the assignment was pointless but after finishing my list, I realized that I have a lot to accomplish. It was a little daunting but as I began to ponder upon my list and figure out ways in which I could meet each goal, I began to understand the underlying purpose of this assignment. When you physically write down everything that you wish to do, you are forced to think about how you are going to do, when it will be done by, what your expectations are, and various other things. To some this can be overwhelming, but in general, when you have to think about the goals that you set in life, you come to the conclusion that it is completely possible - if you are willing to put in a little work and effort towards it that is.
This past week, we worked on 2 things mainly. To start of the New Year well, I came up with a list of S.M.A.R.T. goals and this list included things that were related to ISM as well as other priorities. Initially, I felt that the assignment was pointless but after finishing my list, I realized that I have a lot to accomplish. It was a little daunting but as I began to ponder upon my list and figure out ways in which I could meet each goal, I began to understand the underlying purpose of this assignment. When you physically write down everything that you wish to do, you are forced to think about how you are going to do, when it will be done by, what your expectations are, and various other things. To some this can be overwhelming, but in general, when you have to think about the goals that you set in life, you come to the conclusion that it is completely possible - if you are willing to put in a little work and effort towards it that is.
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