Things have an energy all of their own don’t they?
I saw my last counselling client as a student yesterday and found out that the mental health charity I’m working with has taken me on as a sessional professional counsellor.
My next client will be paying for my services
Bloody hell.
I had a rush of “imposter syndrome” yesterday, but my new supervisor grounded me with some pragmatic words and useful advice.
Part time now I will be self employed for the first time in the 45 years of my employment history
I can do it
My twin sister did the same during Covid
Today I’ve been planning things around the Flower Show. I’m now working tonight to cover sickness so will be off the entire weekend which will nice given I’m going to the village hall’s wine tasting evening tomorrow night !
Above is the community Associations’ wild flower meadow and orchard. There are apples on the trees which may be harvested free by the villagers when they ripen. It’s a great initiative
The novelty veg photos have been coming in too, we just need a few more please
Thanks to villager Sandra and her hubby Robert for donating a new cup for the show
The new Barbara Parry and Rowenna Price Memorial Cup
And finally a big thank you to villagers Nick and The Velvet Voiced Linda for my graduation gift
Congratulations! Well-deserved!
ReplyDeleteMany congratulations John x
ReplyDeleteAlison in Devon x
Congrats, John! Think back to a few years ago when you weren’t sure about taking the leap into this great new career! So happy and proud for you!
ReplyDeleteSelf Employed. Powerful words.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes, John!
ReplyDeleteThose are cute fruit/veggie photos!
Well done John. I am deeply impressed with your hard work. It's not easy, in fact I would be terrified changing course at our age, but you did it and you did it well. Sending hugs to you:)
ReplyDeleteOh, John, how very exciting for you: self employed and using your experiences to ease the minds of others.
ReplyDeleteLovely wildflower meadow and delightfully funny fruit/veg photos.
The owl block print (?) is worthy of framing and it, plus the bubbly, are wonderful celebration gifts!
We're so very happy for you!!!!!!!!
Hugs!
So exciting. Even more good news! Beautiful field. I love that peacock!
ReplyDeleteFantastic! Being self-employed has many advantages. Make sure you set-up for all the tax shelters and advantages. It is all so very worthwhile.
ReplyDeleteAll the best!
Well done John, you've earned it.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, John! YES, you can do it!
ReplyDeleteMany congratulations, Your bra straps were well and truly pulled up and you went out and did it. Lovely news x
ReplyDeleteThat's great news.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your new career. Catriona
ReplyDeleteA new chapter. Hard earned success xx
ReplyDeleteWoo hoo! You've been and gone and done it! I'm so excited for you setting out on this new chapter.
ReplyDeleteThe meadow and orchard is looking splendid. And as for those veg entries - fantastic!
Enjoy the bubbly, you've earned it. xx
Great blog
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ReplyDeleteCongratulations and enjoy!
ReplyDeleteBravo! (I hope the vomiting, or flame spitting cantaloupe was a previous winner.)
ReplyDeleteWe, out here in blog-land, are all very proud of you John. Enjoy your glass of fizz, and pat yourself on the back. x
ReplyDeleteIt is not easy to pick up sticks and head off in an entirely new direction, but look at you doing just that...and not only doing it, but doing it well.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, John. So many people from all corners of the world raising our own glasses to you.
Yay!
ReplyDeleteThat’s amazing!!
XOXO
Wow, that was fast. Only a matter of hours between being official and being employed. That's wonderful. Congratulations.
ReplyDeleteWell done!!!
ReplyDeleteWill Jay
Everything's coming up sunshine and buttercups!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Exciting to take a new step forward. :)
ReplyDeleteYou have DONE it! What an inspiration you are!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, John dear! An exciting new chapter begins !
ReplyDeleteThe wildflower meadow/orchard looks wonderful. Bravo to the Community Association!
Congratulations John. How exciting and how wonderful that you have been immediately hired as a sessional professional counsellor! Well done. All that hard work has come to fruition as the saying goes. It couldn’t happen to a nicer person. How exciting that you have had the courage to change careers and now you have a new life ahead of you. You have a lot to bring to your new role. Good wishes. Jean in Winnipeg.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations John! How exciting! Sue P
ReplyDeleteCongratulations John
ReplyDeleteHi John I’m trying to send a photo that I have done with you added to the graduation photo,if you send me your email address,I hope it will work
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Keith
Xx
Thanks!i just sent John my message
DeleteVery many congratulations. You have worked so hard and really deserve the accolades being given. Well done you. Hugs from a very hot n.w. Italy ~ Ro.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations John, well deserved!!
ReplyDeleteYippee!!!! What awesome news! I’m so happy for you and so proud of you!! Big congratulations. Isn’t knowing that you have the job you wanted the best news ??
ReplyDeleteYour clients will be the lucky ones. If you offer zoom meetings I’m signing up!
Have a wonderful weekend ❤️
Carol in Atlanta
Thrilled and proud! Onwards to this new stage in your life š
ReplyDeleteFantastic news John!!!
ReplyDeleteWonderful news John; things happen when the timing is right. You should feel very proud of yourself. Here is to a very bright future. Hugs Pattypan aka Tricia x
ReplyDeleteSuch good news, well done. You will be amazing. Love that peacock.
ReplyDeleteImposter syndrome - no never - your hard work and dedication have won through John x
ReplyDeleteWendy (Wales)
Terrific! Congratulations. There is no doubt you will be a blessing in this new position.
ReplyDeleteBrilliant news. Well done. I am sure that your skill and experience and compassion will help so many people through their problems.
ReplyDeleteThere is nothing like being self employed. It is now up to you to make good things happen. You have worked so hard for this, now go reach for the stars. We all know that you can do it. Congratulations on your first paying clients. š°š Gigi
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ReplyDeleteCongratulations, John. Irene in Arizona
ReplyDeleteWe all, always, knew you could do it. Because it was always about character and courage and proving yourself to yourself. Awesome, mate.
ReplyDeleteBut a word of advice from a long time self employed person - never fail to keep, or keep up with, the paperwork!
The clients that get you as their counsellor will be fortunate. Academic qualifications are all very well and good but to do the job well you need to be both a good listener and someone who, in general, loves other humans. That's what I think anyway and I'm sticking to it!
ReplyDeleteWell done John, excellent news !
ReplyDeleteWonderful news - tell Roger no freebies if he is traumatized from being lost!
ReplyDeleteCeci
Fantastic news, starting to be self employed is now less stressful and organised to suit you.
ReplyDeleteThe Apple tree is a lovely community asset, if the climate is suitable a Mandarin tree would be a good plentiful addition too.
Congratulations John! I am so happy for you. Galestorm
ReplyDeleteVery happy for you and well done on all the hard work!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely delighted for you John. Many congratulations, well deserved!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations we knew you could do it.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, well deserved after your course work along with your demanding hospice work. Josie
ReplyDeleteExcellent news
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Olivia from the PNW, USA
ReplyDeleteMany congratulations John. An exciting new chapter.
ReplyDeleteThe counselling world will be a better one with you in it.
I understand the 'imposter syndrome' very well, it is a hard one to overcome, but you will.
Onwards and Upwards!!
Congratulations, all the hard work and perseverance has paid off. ❤️xx
ReplyDeleteOh John, such great news! Yes, you certainly can do this; you have done so many hard things. I love this for you - you had a vision and you took action, and here you are. Nicely done. So many folks here in cyber land wishing you well, and cheering you on, too.
ReplyDeleteThe next chapter in the book of your life. You will be great. You have been doing this for decades.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations John. This is well deserved. A toast to the next chapter!
ReplyDeleteCongrats!
ReplyDeleteBTW you can make easy sugarless applesauce in a slow cooker. Peel, core and slice your apples. Cook on high for 4 hours but don’t take the lid off to stir until it’s really bubbling. At the end you can leave it slightly chunky but I like to puree mine in the blender. It freezes beautifully too.
What excellent news John , I’m so pleased for you . You’ve worked so hard , and will be a great counsellor .
ReplyDeleteYou are an amazing bloke and I am delighted for you. Onwards and upwards. You've worked hard for this and it's well deserved. Jxx
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