An Awesome Approval!

By
Services for Real Estate Pros with The Connection

I just received an awesome approval for my research project.  I am in a doctoral degree program in L.A. even though I live in Boise, ID.  This experience is so far out of the box for me that many times I have had a complete meltdown.  I completed my Masters degree 30 (yes, that is t-h-i-r-t-y) years ago!  So I am experiencing growth!

Now that I am a candidate for the doctorate degree in which I am specializing in leadership and creative conflict management, I must complete Chapter Three by September 1st.  I will do it.  By February 1st next year I must have the complete rough draft completed.  This is a huge commitment!

There are many lessons that I am learning that apply to all of us in the Active Rain Community:

1.  As we launch into uncharted waters, we all have anxiety about the unknown.

2.  Overcoming fear is rewarded with increased confidence and courage.

3.  We become stronger mentally, emotionally and socially as we stretch beyond our comfort zones.

Active Rain Growth!4.  Growth occurs when we move beyond where we are to where we want to be.

5.  We need to encourage each other to break through our barriers.

6.  We are created to not live for love, but from love.

7.  We all grow together as members one of another in our community!

All of us are needed in our Active Rain Community to be all we can be!

Comments (15)

Colleen Couture
Clear to Close, Inc. - Douglas, MA

THANK YOU FOR THE WORDS OF WISDOM!

Aug 01, 2008 09:59 AM
Dan Woodworth
The Connection - Garden City, ID
Encouraging Communicator

Hi Colleen, Thank You for your encouraging and inspiring comments!

Aug 01, 2008 10:09 AM
Gary Woltal
Keller Williams Realty - Flower Mound, TX
Assoc. Broker Realtor SFR Dallas Ft. Worth

Dan, all great lessons that can be applied to Active Rain, our businesses, our lives.... I like the one on breaking barriers.

Aug 01, 2008 10:10 AM
marti garaughty
garaughty.com - Montreal, QC
a highly caffeinated creative type...

 A big time congrats Dan, it's always nice to see one of our own fulfilling another one of their dreams. Have a great weekend!

Aug 01, 2008 10:18 AM
Dan Woodworth
The Connection - Garden City, ID
Encouraging Communicator

Hi Gary, Thank You for being the gift with a lift!  I appreciate your encouragement!

Aug 01, 2008 10:20 AM
Dan Woodworth
The Connection - Garden City, ID
Encouraging Communicator

Hi Marti, Thank You for your encouraging and inspiring comments!  May all of our dreams come true!

Aug 01, 2008 10:22 AM
Jason Crouch
Austin Texas Homes, LLC - Austin, TX
Broker - Austin Texas Real Estate (512-796-7653)

Dan - I would like to offer a hearty congratulations on this approval.  You are one of my most loyal readers and I always look forward to your comments on my posts.  I hope that your doctoral dream comes true.  Keep up the good work, my friend!

Aug 02, 2008 01:22 AM
Steve Loynd
Alpine Lakes Real Estate Inc., - Lincoln, NH
800-926-5653, White Mountains NH

Dan I too believe many people live only in their comfort zone and with that you become root bound, no growth can occur if you don't replant in a larger pot (seek new interests, and friendships). Steve

Aug 02, 2008 01:40 AM
Dan Woodworth
The Connection - Garden City, ID
Encouraging Communicator

Hi Jason, Thank You for your affirmation and encouragement!  You have refreshed me in The Rain today!

Aug 02, 2008 08:20 AM
Dan Woodworth
The Connection - Garden City, ID
Encouraging Communicator

Hi Steve, Thank You for your creative analogy about growing and the expansion that is necessary!

Aug 02, 2008 08:22 AM
Irene Woodworth
Color and Redesign Academy & Redesign Boise - Garden City, ID
Color-Redesign-Staging, Trainer & Motivational Speaker - Idaho

Hi Dan,

I am very proud of you for not giving up and pressing through to get to this place.  I know that this has been a life long dream for you and know how challenging it has been and for you to finally get to this place is absoloutley a true gift from God.  It is through his strength and the support of others that have kept you going.  You are a Champion and I am honored to have you as my Best Friend!

Have a Colorful Day! 

Aug 03, 2008 10:32 AM
Dan Woodworth
The Connection - Garden City, ID
Encouraging Communicator

Hi Irene,  WOW!  Thank You for your encouragement and inspiration!  You are the wind beneath my wings!  Thank You so much for being an encourager in The Rain!

Aug 03, 2008 10:48 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

I enjoyed your insight. I always try to look forward and to be positive...

Aug 03, 2008 06:38 PM
Dan Woodworth
The Connection - Garden City, ID
Encouraging Communicator

Hi Paul, Thank You for your encouraging words!  Your view will always bring success!

Aug 04, 2008 04:06 AM
Georgie Hunter R(S) 58089
Hawai'i Life Real Estate Brokers - Haiku, HI
Maui Real Estate sales and lifestyle info

You can do it, you know it.  Just limit your time on here... hahaha.

Aug 04, 2008 04:36 PM

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