I’ve decided to do something with my free time while I’m looking for a job. I’ve registered to do my European Computer Driving Licence. I’m hoping to do it intensively, completing it in two or three weeks. I’ve started revising my first module, which I’m finding quite interesting. I don’t know much about computers, but I’m going to learn very quickly. The reason I opted to do this was because so many office obs require ECDL, so I feel this is something I should possess. this will help the job situation.
Last week, feeling strangely motivated to actually do something, I applied for five jobs, and decided to fill in a CELTA application form. CELTA is the most recognised certificate for teaching English as a foreign language. It’s very expensive, at £1050 for the course. I don’t possess this money. So why apply? I think it’s faith that somehow I’ll find the money before September. I’m not usually so spontaneous.
Still I feel the week has been positive. I lost my motivation about three years ago, and everything has seemed an effort. Even the best times in France and Spain have been dogged by my unwillingness to get moving. So for me, filling in forms off my own steam is something that makes me feel empowered.
It’s all easy to lose motivation but far more difficult to get it back! I don’t think that anyone enjoys filling out forms so good for you on doing so under your own steam.
I thought for a moment that I was going to read about more EU craziness when I saw the words computer driving license! Anyway good luck with it. xx
It’s nothing to do with Europe, in fact the other European countries don’t seem very au fait with technology the way we are but then again, there are pros to a less technologically-fuelled society. It’s ok, the course. Am quite enjoying learning about IT. I have to get my motivation back and it feels good. Though mornings are still difficult. Things’ll improve once I’m a little more estabished.