So after the high from the outcome of my workshops comes the inevitable low of thinking what the fuck do I do now and how do I achieve it? I was full of rage about various things on Tuesday and a combination of imposter syndrome and overwhelm made me panic a bit. I have often had this after events I have run where I think about all the stuff we didn’t quite take about, the things I forgot to mention etc which is ridiculous because I know we talked about all kinds of amazing stuff and that people had their minds blown and opinions changed which is all the best stuff and the best outcome ever. I chatted to Sarah and she was amazing and so helpful. It is important to remind myself of how much I actually know and how far my knowledge extends when it comes to these kinds of conversations – sometimes I get frustrated with people for not being as open minded or on the same page and that’s both unfair and pointless. Sarah was reassuring and rightly pointed out that I am dealing with a whole huge array of subjects and points of view and that many many people have lots to engage with before they get where I am with this stuff. She also had some great insight into shifting my frustration with the dads into empathy that I need to hold onto for the future! She has dealt with a lot worse when it comes to men being dick heads about sex ed and I am grateful for her kind words and encouragement.
Creative Process // Intersectional Thinking // Applied Imagination // Verbal Inarticulation.
