The Power of Positive Change: Making a Difference by Doing Things Differently

The Power of Positive Change: Making a Difference by Doing Things Differently

By Jeff Baldock, BA, BSW, MA, MSW

Most of us need a place to go where we can prepare to become somewhat more experienced with who we are at our life stage and age. Even though we desire security, our need to relentlessly pursue our optimal performance seems to linger inside each of us. On one hand, it is survival that we endeavour to become more of what we are made for and capable of fulfilling. 

What drives this unique desire to fulfil a calling or mission? It would seem that in spite of each of the daily and weekly difficulties we face, the opportunities that keep us from becoming the person we are capable of being are relentless. 

Each day that we can become more aware of what and who we are, we advance. The word "advance" indicates walking steadily toward becoming optimized. With the realization that there are people who need our services, we have a reason for developing our natural abilities and expertise for the purpose of influencing others. 

Our lives whether we realize it or not influence other people. Though we can rarely see or experience how often, where or how much we touch the lives of others, the reality is that we do. This essential need to somehow find a way to connect our abilities to the lives and needs of people is what inspires us to achieve. 

When we are engaged with the needs of others, we are consistently able to resolve problems, overcome obstacles and make contributions. This results in bringing value to the needs and lives of others. Daily we can connect with others and engage with them. It requires a complete resolve to allow becoming vulnerable enough to let others in, share gifts and continue to help. 

Have a great day "contributing, advancing and growing" Jeff Baldock BA, BSW, MA, MSW