Life is a journey filled with endings and new beginnings. Each stage gives us chances to grow and evolve, and how we deal with change is essential for our emotional health and personal growth.
Endings often bring a range of emotions, from sadness to relief. Acknowledging these feelings is essential, allowing us to reflect on our experiences and recognise the lessons learned. Accepting that endings are a normal part of life helps us appreciate what we have achieved while preparing for the future.
Each ending and new beginning provides a unique opportunity. When we accept these changes with an open mind and a positive attitude, we can experience significant personal growth and learn more about ourselves. Building resilience and a positive attitude helps us face life’s changes confidently and prepares us to seize the opportunities that come our way.
At the time of writing this column, the Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre’s team is going through their own endings and beginnings. We say goodbye to Jenny Cummings, our Community Development Officer, as she embarks on her own journey with the Burdekin Shire Council as Disaster Management Officer. Jenny started with the Centre in 2021 as a James Cook University student for her Master of Social Work Placement and continued to volunteer once her placement finished. She joined the team in November 2022 and has worked with us for the last two years.
The Neighbourhood Centre welcomes the opportunity to host students in their placements. It encourages our team to learn and grow through new ideas and fresh perspectives and presents opportunities for the students to learn in a natural working environment. Community Development is a two-way exchange of energy, and this is the first principle students learn on their journey with us.
Although we are sad to see Jenny go, we view it as the natural ebb and flow of people moving in and out of our lives or spaces without the need to cling to and restrain them. When we stifle this movement, we stop people from evolving, and we lose our opportunity to grow. We look forward to collaborating with the Disaster Management Team at the council and welcoming a new staff member sometime in the new year. Like the ripples of a pond, our circle expands outwards with each interaction with the community.
Until next time,
The Team - Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre
The Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre farewelled Jenny Cummings this week as she moves to a new position with the Burdekin Shire Council.
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