Since Slovenia

Hey everybody! I was planning or writing earlier but I've been busy. Our first actual class starts Saturday... and its taught by the director of the entire program here. No pressure right? Lol. Dad - lol means laugh at loud, learn something new everyday! I'm just sitting here reflecting on the last few days listening to my Garth Brooks. Its been a whirlwind for sure.

We went to Slovenia in the middle of the mountains across from a Nazi concentration camp to do a high ropes course. We were 24 feet off the ground!! At one time we had to climb up something the equivalent of a telephone pole and then stand on top of it turn about 180 degrees and then jump off. Granted, we were connected to safety ropes but your mind makes you think your life is in danger! Thw whole trip was an eye opening experience. Just being near a concentration camp was intense, but then being in cramped quarters with everyone was tough.

We got to walk around the camp and see the ruins. It totally gave me the chills, but I was happy I got to see it. To the left is a memorial stone as you walk into the camp.

I love being around people, but I need my alone time. By the end I could totally tell I was annoyed and frustrated with just being around people. I reassessed my situation and changed my behavior in the end and ended up having a great time. That's what we're learning right now... emtional regulation. If you know me at all, you know how important this skill will be for me.

I learned a lot about my leadership style and some things I can improve on. I'm actively working on myself while trying to find a balance of who I am and who I want to be. Tomorrow I have my first coaching session - I'm nervous but excited. They don't give you advice but help you decipher your own thoughts and feelings.

Anyway, so the night we got back from Slovenia I discovered that housekeeping had gone through and locked the doors... my keys were in my room and there was a spritz (local type of drinnk) festival going on. The girls all banded together and got me dressed and helped me out because my wallet was in my room as well. I ended up having a great night and most of the Italians stayed for a drink or two too!! Below are Stefano and Fabio. They are such nice guys!

Since then I've just been studying and hanging out. Oh I stepped on my glasses while packing for Slovenia.... I took them to an eye glass shop and poof fixed for free. Thank you Roberto for the ride! Anyway, I'm off to study. Keep the commenting up, I really love to read them. :)