John Connor
I am a 51 years old male. I’m currently attending Glasgow University 3rd year in community development. I’m a self motivated independent learner. I like socialising, going to the gyms, and family.
Location Glasgow
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I found the three areas equally enjoyable and educational.
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I do empathise with others, however, I take on their pain, shame, guilt,etc. It’s about learning to understand what’s mine and what isn’t mines. I think I am sensitive and to open at times.
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I have found out a bit about myself I don’t like: If empathising with an individual with depression or self hatred, I push them away because I identify with these feelings. In others we see ourselves. Any feedback on how to manage this would be gratefully embraced.
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It highlited to me that I have conflict, i.e., ambivalence about leaving the shy part of me behind and practicing challenging myself to be more confident in my interactions. This can be frightening, as there is comfort in what I know…
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I find mindfulness as a a good tool for this. It helps me be present with a focus on what I am doing in the there and now. This also reduces stress and connection to my actions, environment, and colleagues.
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I admire your honesty and this shyness used to cripple me. Taking an interest in others helps me get away from my own shyness. You can do it !
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It was frightening and an a due awakening to realise I have a low opinion of myself and being indifferent to another taking an interest in me.Yes, they were challenging concepts as they require introspection, self honesty and disclosure. From now on when some one takes an interest I will smile and engage in dialogue (faking it until I make it by ad liking it),...
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I like to be inclusive of everyone and ensure everyone is contributing.This provides one template and clear direction. However, I get anxiety when others are doing things differently, and I feel anxious and don’t like to upset others because I believe in a team having a harmony. I will attempt to remember it’s ok to feel a tad anxious in this type of team...
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I look forward to the tests ! This will illustrate my learning or not being learned !
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Nice ! I feel balanced in the present moment.
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Captivating ! I look forward to it…
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I enjoyed this week. It has expanded my mind on how and why I should continue to develop critically. It has also brought up my biases and prejudices lol.
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Yes, my thinking is changing; it is at a deeper level of questioning everything, not accepting things at face value, developing my own healthy views, opinions and recommendations. Most importantly, remaining open minded through-out each learning process.
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It surprised me in one context: I viewed critical thinking in the realm of my present reality of life, study, research, all for the common good. However, it surprised me how we can use critical thinking to analyse historical texts, why they were wrote, etc. As for the rest, it reinforced what I know about critical thinking !
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What type of cancers can it reduce risk of.
What if you eat more than the recommended amount.
How do we measure a healthy lifestyle.When was this research carried out.
Who carried it out and why.
What population was this carried out with.How do we cascade this information, I.e., advertisements, school, etc.
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I like the simplicity of this model and its three step approach to the process of thinking more broadly. I look forward to seeing it in an aplication.
I know there are other models and methods on thinking critically, however, for now this one will be my lens for thinking critically.
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Yea, I enjoyed this section. I found it easy to identify personal biase towards the sugar levy and how it was influenced by emotion and a limited perspective due to lack of research. I also observed critical thinking being informed from research,I.e., the British medical Journal, which also had its limitations, which was admitted. I liked the open ended...
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Growing up, I accepted life as it was, and my way of living. It was a revelation to find out I could question my chosen reality !
The video provided good examples of critical thinking.
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University of Glasgow. However, I am still learning to manage my prejudices and underlying biases.
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Hi all, my name is John.I reside in Scotland in the UK. I am looking forward to engaging in this online course and learning from each other.
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I know where my healthy communication skills are, i.e. groups. I know what I need to do to develop in my areas of one-ones.
I have learned to prep before talks, i.e. know my audience, adapt my use of jargon, and deliver clear and concise.
I have learned the importance of developing different approaches to who ever I am speaking to, first, I need to...
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1) Work closer with clients on a one-one basis.
2) Speak with subjects in a more enhanced position, but one to one. Have a script prepared, but be flexible and prepared to answer any questions.
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I would have a more formal approach to the announcement of the app, but I would also include an aspect of getting employees excited about the new development by thanking them in the employee announcement for their contribution.
for clients and students, I would promote it in an advertisement showing its level of engagement, interaction and benefits.
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My preferred mode of communication is verbal; this allows questions to be answered and clarity sought. I also like emails, as this allows time to think more of what I typing into my narrative. Social media websites are an area I can learn.
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I focus more on the voices of others in an attempt to understand others perspectives, to learn from others and I believe by listening and communication, it ensures we understand our organisations aims and objectives. Therefore, as a team, we can do more together than I could do alone.
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My preferred method of communication is in groups.
I don’t use stories to relay information.
I like facilitating.
I already knew this, now I know the areas for growth also.
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I make up my mind on what I’m hearing, whereas I react defensively, as I did in work the other day; reality is, I am not being mindful of what’s being said or asking “what I’m hearing is this, am I correct? “ It is a goal to listen more mindfully and create my narrative at a conscious level.I.e. Think before I speak…
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Hi, my name is John Connor. I work with Criminal Justice. I am looking to develop, by understand my communication strengths, and how to grow in my lesser areas.
Looking forward to our discussions
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Nice to see the diverse creative postings. Well done all
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Something uniquely individually and creatively expressive
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I have to humbly admit, this is a pretty inspiring course so far and one I am enjoying learning from. Moreover, I liked the creativity and innovation concepts and how they are applied. Thanking you…
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I believe all people have different motivators.
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A vodeo is creative because i always wanted a cool name, so rather than change my name, I can express it in a creative flamboyant tone.
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For myself. creativity is bringing our imagination alive and creating something new.
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Micheangelo is small, fluffy, blue, and rounded, with three eyes. He comes from planet zorg. He speaks the language zorget. His peronality is of curiosity and giggeling. He makes you smile
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I believe no one is born anything. I believe we do inherently have certain characteristics, which can be honed in an area, such as entrepreneurialism. I also believe that with motivation, focus, discipline and commitment, anyone can be an entrepreneur
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Hi, my name is John Connor, I come from Glasgow, in Scotland.
I am interested in learning the basics of owning a business.
I am open to feedback and will
Give feedback.Hope we all have a good time.
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This is a positive use of power @SomSarkar. Well done.
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When I meet someone with different characteristics, they introduce themselves respectfully and in return after I introduce myself, I say their name out loud and ask them to teach me how to pronounce their name correctly. I always see the person smile at this, even when my attempts are mispronounced…
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I have experienced employment white privileged.I did not know what it was then, but this course has got me reflecting and I can see I was more privileged than another human being with different characteristics from our staff team. Thanks for this awareness. New I can see how subtle it is
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I came from an area that was the most stigmatised community in the Uk at one point in my life. As soon as I mentioned the area, I could feel the shift in energies.
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I like the rainbow analogy to explain the diversity of life and how separating groups by colour is described as taking the Rainbow apart…I will use this when educating others. Thanks
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I used to deny my white or I image, thinking “I also had a hard life.’ Now I get it- I have white privileged and I understand the possitive power I have to influence change for others
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I believe in reciprocity. I feel if part of a team, we are available to support each other individually with objectives and asa team, we do this collectively.
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I am more a leader. I watch people respond to example and encouragement better than management style.
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I have learned that my understanding of leadership is my individual view
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No, I do not believe it is to brad a concept. I can see we have learned the difference from having power over others, to being able to influence others by getting them round to another way of thinking…this is more principled and respect to leadership is then given, not demanded as a right because of job status.
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I totally agree with this video, I have similar values as nelson Mandela, but I have a long way to go with mine…The choices I made earlier are of individuals who are willing to sacrifice themselves and are willing to accept their losses and their wins.
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I was not surprised by Richard Branson, I was surprised by the other three though, but more so Operah…
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My good friend Thomas-he listens and is objective, putting work and family before his own needs.
Nelson Mandela, A man who believes in social justice and is willing to take a stand for his beliefs for his country, despite the consequences-patriotic.
My friends Kevin and Liam, who put the principles of care into practice, even though this means...
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My understanding of leadership is someone who is visible, listen, leads by example and is able to influence a team into a course of action to meet a companies aims and objectives.
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Thank you. I feel well informed and will start making small changes from what I watch, read and buy to fit into society, and my workout routine will now be about my beautiful mind instead of my body. I will also educate others. John c
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I like the methods we build in for behavioral strategies, I have not been rewarding myself as much as I would secretly like.
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I agree with the suggested qualities of an effective follower; i keep myself abreast of new addiction and recovery models and legislation and use this to steer decision making by leaders.
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I see myself as an "effective follower". If there is something I that's needing done, I will do it, I will accept direction; However, if something is being rushed through or it is unethical, I have no problem being assertive and saying no, with an explanation.
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In our organization, we have a hierarchical structure, which works, however, I believe that if all members have an opportunity to develop in leadership roles, it would strengthen the structure of the organization.
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I see followers and leaders as a joint partnership...one will be nothing without the other.
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This week, I am hoping to gain insight into the theory of leadership and followers and what makes both tick.
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@LewinSmith: my research has shown that this does happen to white people though. I am not racist by any means, but coming from a place of research that this is and does happen.
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I am looking forward to this section.
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1) to research our policy on diversity in the work place.
2) to influence the starting of discussions around the history of racism.
3) To understand through reflection my white privilage and the power I have. -
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Hi Alley, I know from my on past experience, the narratives in my thought process were extremly bias, which I still sometimes feel ashamed about. I was scared to talk about them in case I said the wrong thing and my biases were revealed, even though I wanted to change. So shouldnt people be able to own them to change them ?
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I liked the fact that we have been provided with techniques in previouse sections to challenge microaggressions.
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It is so important to understand power and privilage; although I do not accept the status of "White privilage" myself, as I have also experienced harm from my on people, but I can see how this labeling may assisst others in overcoming social constructs, which are man made, and oppresive, based on race creed, religion, and colour.
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Wow, I never thought of how our census seperates people by catagorising them. Eye opener !
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Good to undrstand the differeny concepts of power. Yes, I am starting to see my white privilage for the First time, but struggelling to own it. I will work on this...
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I feel educated and empowerd just now. I feel ready to start having these conversations because I know understand the origins of racism and the impact it has on others.
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I feel comfortable ith it, and that it is the responsable thing to do in opening up these areas for conversation.
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I feel it is something we should discuss at a team meeting, and maybe let staff know it's ok to have these uncomfortable feelings. Also, to let staff know that biases will be revealed, that this is ok, through discussions and sharing resources, we can change or manage these biases more effectivly.
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I connected with this section, especial enjoyed learning the tools to manage microagression. It was good to hear I do not have to go around challenging them all, and knowing if im angry, dissapointed and when to address it.
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It is good to see B;acks, Asians, and minority groups on the increase at management level.
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I get this awkwardness in work when I raise these types of discussions for conversation. I think some people feel they are walking on eggshells and are anxiouse of saying the wrong thing. It is a world here we have to be very PC or come across as racist or some people have not explored their own beliefs. I think it is very important we have these conversations...
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Good comment, and I tottaly agree with you.
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I like this. I get the importance of understanding the past, and learning from it.
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Wow, pretty shocking-all about power.
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These realities of racism is shocking, but good are taking steps to address it.
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These illistrations made itveasy for me to connect with equality and inequity.
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I enjoyed the First week. Looking forward to more.
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1) Discuss at supervission.
2) Research equal opportunities policy.
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I feel I may be experiencing bias at the moment. I am not getting the opportunity as others recieved for management possitions at work. I will watch the rest of the video first though.
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This was interesting. I would show an interest in peoples culture, but I get it, get to know some one First.
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Wow, overload of lgislative knowledge. Good to see the Government putting so much in place to help people.
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Pretty informative session.
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Hi, my name is John Connor. I am looking to develop a critical eye in this area.
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I will lean on my line manager as a trusted person.
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I am looking forward to the course.
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I am looking to develop proffesionaly. I would like to learn how to manage change to reduce stress, and long term planning i the here and no.
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Looking forward to week two
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I ould like to learn how to provide constructive feedback, and develop some skills for supervision.
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Hi, Iook forward to discussions with new people, and learning some technics.
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I probably needed to hear the analogy “fail gracefully.” I like things going to plan, and feel uncomfortable when they di. I suppose re aligning tasks is an area for me to be developing. Thanks for this
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The quadrant will be a good tool to start using. It’s amazing how this role playing scenario worked. I would have liked to engage in a few more. I got them right by trial and error. The quadrant would show me that some things are not that important, but more value on the person is the principle at play, however, it can be vice versa.
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John Connor replied to CK Lai
Yes, it’s good to identify skills to be building on.i am capitalising on this skill just now also.
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I have been practicing delegating small tasks to others. I feel the benefits of doing this, by lightening my load, it lowers stress levels, and is how a good team works.
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I have been inspired to use follow through questions on critical feedback, as my interpretation can be screwed at times. I will also use this during discussions. I have also been inspired to start saying no more often.
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I thought I was being professional, now found out I’ve been over committing myself. From now on I will be pausing, reflecting to my diary or saying ‘let me get back to you’. If I can’t do it, then I can’t do it, and will say so respectfully
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John Connor replied to Luis Cabañas
Yes, I agree with you, as long as we try, we can always take the positive from it. Reflective learning is a good tool. I believe, and feel it’s better to live with knowing I tried, than never having tried. Thank you
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Exersice regularly, good diet, make time to reflect, socialising, prioritise case load, and learn when to say ‘I would love to, but I’m actually busy just now’ instead of people pleasing.
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To prioritise, I would say the task up against my service and team objectives,maybe even write out a list of what is more importance and who it is for. Putting a task before another task does not mean it won’t get done. .
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I find using a diary helpful. However I’m now going to starts
Writing in time for socialising and mindfulness.
