So definitely the inspirational moments that I discussed last week are crucial in getting through these tough, rough days at Intenstitute, but I have other ways as well.
My favorite: countdowns.
I've always been a big believer in countdowns. They give me something to look forward too. And now, that so much is going on, I have several countdowns counting down all at once, reminding me that this is doable, and, quite frankly, that it's almost over.
Working days left of Intenstitute: 12 (of 24 --> halfway done!)
Lessons left at Intenstitute: 10 (of 16)
Lessons left to plan at Intenstitute: 7 (of 16 --> more than halfway done!)
Days left in the week: 3
Days until I go back to Vegas to celebrate the 4th with TFAers: 4
Days until July 4th, which I have off: 6
Full weeks left of Intenstitute: 2 (out of 5, or 6 if you count Induction, which means I'm almost 2/3 done with training!)
Of course I love it when Jose tells me all about his family's hometown in Mexico and his favorite ice cream truck there. And I love it when Jared, who has a total lack of motivation, comes up with a brilliant introductory paragraph for his persuasive essay basically out of nowhere. Those remind me why I'm here in the first place.
But I also love counting down until all this is over, and I can breathe again.
peace and love from the grand canyon state,
pb
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