One of my personal requirements is to learn how to argue against xenophobia and racism to get my point across without allowing my emotions to take over. I become very emotional when it comes to animal and human rights. This does not help me when trying to sway someone else's opinion on the topic. People respond more to facts when it comes to such sensitive topics. Trying to read and figure out what is true and what is not true is very difficult but one thing is for sure, I am so grateful to have been born in Canada. I can't believe how much I take for granted. The simple fact that I was born here gives me way more opportunity than I ever would have in the majority of the rest of the world. I sit here right now truly grateful.
My first month of university has been interesting. One things for sure. I. am. exhausted. I have registered for my next course and have switched to the weekend courses so at the end of March I have an overlap where I will have a final exam, final written assignment and a pre course assignment and readings but once I get through that mess I will be able to attend Thursday nights.
I'm still struggling to find my routine, but I'll get there. It may not be as obvious to the rest of you, but I've come a long way with some of the mental aspects of kung fu and am pretty proud of myself. Now I just have to get my butt back in shape.
Right now. I am happy.
See you at the kwoon.
I agree. You have come a long way in the mental aspects. As far as being able to hold your own without getting too emotional goes, make sure you are patient with yourself and others. We had a government for the past ten years that spent a lot of time and money dividing us and polarizing the country. Everyone's emotions are high along with their fear index. It will take time for everyone to calm down and look at things with open minds.
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