When I went into graduate school and chose counseling, I knew it would be difficult. Obviously, its hard to help people who have complex issues, etcetera, but for me, it was a much deeper issue. You dont often see a therapist with a speech impediment. I thought long and hard about my endeavors. Deep down I knew my passion for helping, listening and just being there. As my fellow grad students can attest to, I went through times of struggling and questioning. Not because I didnt think I could be a therapist, but would things come out right, could people look past that? I even had a professor tell me Im smart and good at writing, so heck, maybe I should just do that!! Well, my point is, dont let any kind of obstacle hold you back from doing what you are called to do. Should you be up front about it, definitely. Will there be people who are uncomfortable with it, of course! But please try not letting things hold you back!! You are beautiful and the part that you play in this world is magnificent! I do have days where things dont come out right, I can tell people get impatient, and I think I would be less stressed if I were to work in a warehouse somewhere, having to say only a few words a day. But as most of you know, thats totally not me! I didnt mean to write a book, but point being: dont be ashamed of who you are! Not everyone is meant to get it, but God places us in roles for a reason. Be blessed, love yourself, and respect those who are different.
Posted on: Fri, 28 Mar 2014 15:19:52 +0000
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