Expectation vs. Reality A.k.a. DISILLUSIONMENT “The way I act, take notes, respond to situations, brainstorm ideas, interact with others and accomplish tasks all seems to be up for constant scrutiny.” -Anna Adams, 15 September 2009 Taking stock of my progress: • • •
Keeping the contract alive Expand knowledge Expand skills: 5 levels of skills acquisition (Dreyfus & Dreyfus) a. novice b. advanced beginner c. competent d. proficient e. expert
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Work People -clients -site supervisor -field instructors -coworkers -peers
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Site -organization & the system Yourself -assessing your meaning making system -matches & mismatches -life context Facing realities
“The more you are open to your own emotional experiences, the more you will be open to the emotional experiences of others.” -Chapter 10, Taking stock and facing reality, p. 168