Self-empowerment and awareness, with a balance between freedom and structure, have long been the pearls for me in my life at FSM. I have grown by navigating challenges, transformed by using my hands and opening my heart, and expanded my experiences by questioning my beliefs. Being in relationship, both personal and professional, has taught me the value of human connection and the power of true listening. Administering to and serving the FSM community has been the greatest joy and blessing for almost half of my life. It’s become a comfort zone where I do my job and I do it well.
So as another year comes to a close, I truly feel it’s time to risk a little, and yet trust the universe that my soul’s next purpose will be revealed. My desire is to open myself to discovering what else I have come here to do, and to utilize the gifts I may still hold in exile.
Having said that, I have resigned as Assistant Director at FSM. I’m not sick or dying, I don’t have a better job offer, I’m not leaving Gainesville, and no one in my family is calling me home. I have no plan for the coming year. My soul intention is to take the next breath, and the one after that, and the one after that. And see what comes.
I’m still in love with FSM. The school and you all as students, graduates, colleagues – my friends and teachers – have benefited me in ways deeply revealed and precious, yet still unknown and mysterious. I acknowledge the inner rewards that have come from surmounting incredible challenges, and now the inspiration and courage to make this next choice for myself. The school has proven time and time again: no one else is responsible for me except me.
My last day as assistant director will be Monday, January 30.
In Love and Faith and Gratitude,
