Completed the IDGC? Let's Reflect

🔍Share with us what you learned from the course/your key takeaways
This was such a fun course! It felt less like a course and more like an introspective journey. The strengths test was extremely helpful and I'll be revisiting this as I evolve to check in on if anything has changed! My other favorite part of the course was learning about Ikigai as a way of identifying purpose.

🔍Of all the skills and qualities mentioned in the 5 different domains of IDG, which 3 skills/qualities do you excel at? How do these skills/qualities allow you to better help yourself or other people?
My top strengths are Perspective, Hope, Judgement, Forgiveness and Appreciation of Beauty/Excellence which definitely speaks to how I approach the world and how I lead.

🔍Note down 1-2 skills/qualities you would like to improve upon. How will this improvement change your experience?
I could improve in the areas of self-disciplne and persevering in spite of challenges to maximize my productivity and be much more satisfied with what I put out, personally and professionally.

@Hope

🔍Share with us what you learned from the course/your key takeaways
This was such a unique and fun course!  My biggest takeaway was from the survey.  Learning what my characteristics are and how they show up in my life was really interesting!

🔍Of all the skills and qualities mentioned in the 5 different domains of IDG, which 3 skills/qualities do you excel at? How do these skills/qualities allow you to better help yourself or other people?
My top strengths are honesty, spirituality, and kindness.  It didn’t surprise me at all that these are my top three.  Spirituality is the one that benefits me the most.  Being kind to others makes me feel good about myself.  My favorite quote and the one thing I live by is, “Sprinkle kindness like it’s confetti.”

🔍Note down 1-2 skills/qualities you would like to improve upon. How will this improvement change your 

the one thing that I would like to improve on is perseverance in spite of challenges.  I am having medical issues that are very difficult to manage.  Staying the course in spite of all the challenges is something I work on every day.

@Hope Hello fellow learners,

I've thoroughly enjoyed this transformative journey through the IDG course and wanted to share some of my reflections.

🔍 Share with us what you learned from the course/your key takeaways:

• One key takeaway for me was the emphasis on "Openness and Learning Mindset" in the "Being - Relationship to Self" dimension. Embracing change and cultivating curiosity have truly shifted my approach to challenges.

• Another significant insight was the importance of "Connectedness" in the "Relating - Caring for Others in the World" dimension. Recognizing our interconnectedness has fostered a deeper appreciation for community and collaboration.

• The notion of "Sense-Making" in the "Thinking - Cognitive Skills" dimension has been eye-opening. Learning to see patterns and consciously create stories has enhanced my ability to navigate complex situations.

🔍 Of all the skills and qualities mentioned in the 5 different domains of IDG, which 3 skills/qualities do you excel at? How do these skills/qualities allow you to better help yourself or other people?

• I find that "Communication Skills" in the "Collaborating - Social Skills" dimension come naturally to me. This helps me foster understanding and build meaningful connections, both personally and professionally.

• "Empathy and Compassion" in the "Relating - Caring for Others in the World" dimension is another strength. It enables me to connect with others on a deeper level, offering support and understanding during challenging times.

• The skill of "Critical Thinking" in the "Thinking - Cognitive Skills" dimension has been honed over time. It allows me to analyze situations objectively and make informed decisions.

🔍 Note down 1-2 skills/qualities you would like to improve upon. How will this improvement change your experience?

• I'm eager to enhance my "Inclusive Mindset and Intercultural Competence" in the "Collaborating - Social Skills" dimension. This improvement will not only enrich my interactions with diverse groups but also contribute to a more inclusive environment.

• Cultivating a deeper "Inner Compass" in the "Being - Relationship to Self" dimension is also a goal. Strengthening this skill will guide my decisions based on a more profound understanding of my values and purpose.

Looking forward to hearing about your journeys and insights!

@Hope

🔍Share with us what you learned from the course/your key takeaways.

I learnt the importance of development goals and how crucial they can be in our life!

🔍Of all the skills and qualities mentioned in the 5 different domains of IDG, which 3 skills/qualities do you excel at? How do these skills/qualities allow you to better help yourself or other people?

i think that i excel at empathy and compassion, self-awareness and optimism. they allow me to better help myself by helping me be more authentic to myself and spread more kindness to the world.

🔍Note down 1-2 skills/qualities you would like to improve upon. How will this improvement change your experience?

i would like to improve on my communication skills and my trust. this improvement will help me better handle difficult situations and trust that the other parties are there to help me and not do me any harm.

❤️ I learned what my top strengths and core values are! I also loved the practical tips to develop each skill and the concept of Ikigai ❤️

❤️ I excel at Appreciation, Empathy and Compassion and Perseverance. They allow me to help myself by working on my goals and being kind to myself. They allow me to help others by appreciating others, supporting others, being patient with others and working on my goals related to help others ❤️

❤️ I could improve my optimism. Improving that would lead me to trust more, worry less, live a happier life and have an improved mood ❤️

@Hope

This was such a fun experience, I loved every moment of the journey and I found out interesting things about myself. I enjoyed doing this a lot thank you for this opportunity 

@Hope

Thank you for this opportunity. The IDG Path had a lot of good information. I enjoyed reading through and answering the questions that helped me reflect on myself. I saved the Google Doc of the 5 domains and all the skills so I can refer back to it. 

🔍Share with us what you learned from the course/your key takeaways

There are so many things that I learned from this course. One thing I would like to share that I learned from this course is that there are many things that I still have to learn myself as I read about the 5 domains. This also stand out to me "Our connection to ourselves is crucial because it forms the foundation of our ability to navigate life's complexities."

🔍Of all the skills and qualities mentioned in the 5 different domains of IDG, which 3 skills/qualities do you excel at? How do these skills/qualities allow you to better help yourself or other people?

3 skills I think I excel at are: Trust, Connectedness, and Optimism. These allow me to be sensitive in situations so that I can practice empathy. It also help me build my relationship and trust with someone. 

🔍Note down 1-2 skills/qualities you would like to improve upon. How will this improvement change your experience?

I think that though I excel at the three above, I feel that there is always room for improvement. 2 skills that I would like to improve on are: Critical thinking and perspective skills. Again, I feel that this will improve my experience by helping me have an open-mind. This can help remind myself to put myself in other's shoes and feel how they are feeling and even thinking about why they make the choices they did. 

@Hope

Thank you so much for the creation of this course! I highly enjoyed it!

🔍Share with us what you learned from the course/your key takeaways

During my time participating in this course, it really dawned on me how much people could relate to each other and I also learned some things about myself. It was really reflective.

🔍Of all the skills and qualities mentioned in the 5 different domains of IDG, which 3 skills/qualities do you excel at? How do these skills/qualities allow you to better help yourself or other people?

From the quiz I took, mine were Humour, Spirituality, and Judgement. As I've mentioned before in a previous post, I was surprised by the spirituality one, though not disappointed. I tend to be good at seeing the moments when to make a joke to lighten the mood, and when to take the moment seriously. I've been told that I make people feel better by simply being my chaotic and rather unpredictable self.

🔍Note down 1-2 skills/qualities you would like to improve upon. How will this improvement change your experience?

Personally, I need to practice gratitude more. I'm grateful for what I have, I'm just not grateful for me, as a person. I'm always so hard on myself and doubting everything I do. I'm working my way towards that, it's just a bit complicated. Taking my time and not setting myself up for a fall is a step forward in the right direction, though.

@Hope Hello everyone! The IDG course has been incredibly enlightening, particularly in integrating theory with practical, real-world applications. One key takeaway was the emphasis on critical thinking and its role in problem-solving, which helped me approach challenges more systematically. Of the skills and qualities discussed across the five domains, I excel in communication, adaptability, and empathy. These skills enable me to understand better and connect with others, facilitating more effective teamwork and conflict resolution.

Additionally, I am keen on improving my leadership and technical skills. Enhancing these areas will boost my confidence in leading projects and allow me to contribute more significantly to our team's objectives.

@Hope

It's great that you're reflecting on your learning from the IDG course! Reflective listening is indeed a powerful skill that can deepen your connections with others and enhance your empathy.

As for your questions:

1. Key takeaways: Reflective listening has been a game-changer for me. It's helped me understand others better, resolve conflicts, and build stronger relationships. I've also learned the importance of emotional intelligence in navigating social situations and fostering meaningful connections.

2. Strengths: I excel at empathy, adaptability, and resilience. These skills allow me to better understand others' perspectives, navigate change effectively, and bounce back from setbacks. They also help me provide support to others in challenging times.

3. Areas for improvement: One skill I'd like to improve upon is assertiveness. I believe this improvement will help me communicate my needs and boundaries more effectively, leading to healthier relationships and reduced stress.

What about you? What have you learned from the course, and which skills do you excel at?