WHAT YOU'RE GOOD AT

 

WE KNOW A LOT

 

But Should We Use It?

 

On October 31, 2019 Tamela Hancock of the Steve Laube organization wrote an interesting blog post. She asked us what we could write about, what we are qualified to write about. It was a good question and my random thoughts quickly coalesced.  I've had a lot of varied experiences in my life. I have trained in many pursuits. Yes, I could write about many things though I am not an expert in any of them.

I wrote a response in the comments section. You see, it is kind of fun to play around with the ideas of what you know and how it could be helpful to someone else. I will share some of that with you here.

 

What books are in you? i.e. What books are in me?

Many writings float around in my subconscious and tickle my fancy every so often. I don't give them much heed, but it is invigorating to think about. Maybe I do have something to say that's worth saying in areas I've not yet promoted or presented. Here goes. . .

FARMING-I could write about farming as an analogy to spirituality from my years of farming and my country roots. I spent twenty years as a walnut farmer and that's no walk in the park.

TEACHING-I could write about the compassionate side to teaching, the many ways in which children are reached through novel methods and caring individuals from my years of teaching and as a reading specialist. Children respond to outward and inward stimuli; a thought worth exploring.

CAREGIVING-I might write about the caregiving role of adult children with their aging parents and the major earthquake it takes to make things happen when denial causes resistance. My observation skills and experiences say you persevere on through because you care and you must.

LEADING-I would truly enjoy writing about leading women in the deeper, freeing, spiritual walk, walking them though the areas of hurt and bondage to freedom and grace. This is heartfelt and from my years of experience both personally and in leadership.

MENTORING-I could write about my one-on-one experiences in mentoring grown women. There are ways to do this well, and cautions to avoid in doing it sloppily, that kill the effort. For me, this is one of the most rewarding ventures I have ever done. It is still unfolding and teaching me.

MISCELLANY-And there are several others because of my creative bent: Thematic Teaching, Artistry, Parenting, Visuals, Program Development, Creative Teaching and so on.

Expert knowledge versus experiential knowledge could be where the rub comes in. I think it is worth thinking about the many possibilities. Some day they just may be opportunities.

Maybe you're not an author. Maybe this doesn't interest you. That is not the point. What do you have in you that you could share with others? Think about that. You have learned and developed certain traits and skills and interests that might assist someone else. What do you have to offer?