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Sustainable employment is critical to independence and self-suffiency for individuals, families and the community. The YWCA Employment and Learning Centre supports individuals in this process.

We are committed to helping our clients gain increased independence and ability in pursuit of their goals. Whether the need is a single appointment to prepare a resume or longer-term counseling to gain life and work skill, we are committed to supporting individuals on their life's journey.

We offer unique services in an effort to strengthen our community one person at a time.


Monday, February 11, 2013

Motivation

Motivation is our reason for doing things; it helps us achieve those things in life that we want or need. The best motivation is intrinsic – it comes from within ourselves . The opposite is extrinsic motivation which is when we are “told” something is worth doing by someone else so we should be interested, or motivated, to do it. While this type of motivation is not all bad, it is generally not as long lasting as intrinsic motivation when we already believe, or feel, that  something is worth doing for our own reasons.
Other people can help us with our motivation by encouraging us. Support is very important in achieving goals so find people who can do this for you. They may be friends, family, co-workers, fellow students, clergy, resource coaches, social workers etc. You can also be part of someone else’s support network if they need you.
Investing time, money and energy in ourselves as we make positive changes in our life is worth the fear of change! Learn how to overcome challenges to become a stronger, more capable and self-sufficient person and you will find your intrinsic ability to become motivated increases! Build a support network and work towards achieving your dreams! You can do it!
It is never too late to become the person you were meant to be... Anon