EP08 - Attitudes

By exploring this topic I am able to begin to learn about the early influences and circumstances that may have conditioned me to see the world in a particular way, affecting how I feel, think and act and the choices I have today. I’ve learnt that finding a balance, focusing on myself – the way I perceive things at any given time, and my choices and actions, all begin with me. If I find balance in my glass being half full of half empty, my mind remains open and I can cope with life much better.

EP07 - Control

By using a set of questions I explore the power relations I grew up with and the ways in which I exert control over others now. Examining this has allowed me to understand healthier boundaries and relationships with others, as well as what I can and can’t control and what is and is not my responsibility. It has given me a greater understanding of the illusion of control, being accountable for my own actions and the ability to let go of expectations and perfectionism and the unrealistic expectations I have of myself.

EP06 - Justification

By using a set of questions I am able to explore behaviours I find unacceptable and then look at my own. How I’ve justified my own behaviours and actions and when I’ve gone against my own beliefs. I found I am a master at rationalizing things I’ve done and failed to see when I was wrong. When I can be objective and honest with myself about my situation I can start to see the part I played and I can take responsibility with compassion and learn new responses to old problems.