In this reflection, I will be focusing on the learning outcomes 4 and 2. I think if there is one thing I learnt from 3 years of special olympics, it is patience. I have had to deal with a new kind of obstacle: working with intelectually disabled people which has thought me to proccess my thoughts rather than instantly acting on impulse. I had to all learn new skils, like being more expressive with my facial expressions as that was the language they understood best. I could not physically display emotions of anger as it would stress them out which would result in them feeling down for the rest of the badminton session. I can transfer all these skills to other parts of my life as having patience is something that is integral in say a work environment, where your idea and way of doing things may not be immediately accepted.
I feel like my commitment to this service has helped contribute to the GC tremendously as I have been able to build meaningful relationships with the athlethes by showing up consistently to the sessions. I have also been able to monitor the progress of the athlethes more accurately and this has helped them as I have been improve their badminton skills to a greater level as a result. I have thoroughly enjoyed this service and it has been eye opening for me. I am proud to have helped improve the lives of the intelectually disabled athlethes and it has made me even more grateful for what I have.