tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6439395776125192671.post8051253703663861388..comments2024-02-17T08:36:28.255-06:00Comments on Ponita in Real Life: ChickenPonita in Real Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06886875733169389887noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6439395776125192671.post-22734923829609110732009-10-17T16:07:41.331-05:002009-10-17T16:07:41.331-05:00You're as contradictory as the rest of us. Whi...You're as contradictory as the rest of us. While it makes for an interesting and insightful read, it's a major pain for the person feeling it. Maybe you have to see detach yourself slightly from the situation and reduce the emotional attachment. But then what do I know? I'm superb at work in some situations and useless at life stuff. If you figure it out, I'd like to know.Madame DeFargehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08172239340844485940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6439395776125192671.post-1066878285433472042009-10-17T10:42:23.041-05:002009-10-17T10:42:23.041-05:00what is youe business? And is the fact that you...what is youe business? And is the fact that you're not saying related in some way to your fears? Or have I missed something?! <br /><br />Some clever blogger, I really can't remember which one, once said that the best fruit is at the end of the branch and you have to be brave enough to creep right along to the end and right out of your comfort zone to reach it.<br /><br />Actually wasn&#Zighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14325808421083028026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6439395776125192671.post-24157258815409146432009-10-17T05:43:31.238-05:002009-10-17T05:43:31.238-05:00Hi there.
I've been on a dating site since M...Hi there. <br /><br />I've been on a dating site since May and haven't 'met' anyone I'd be prepared to meet up with. I'm thinking of calling it quits. They just don't seem to be worth the hassle.<br /><br />I can completely relate to what you're saying. It's hard learning to sell yourself. I had a proper job once in which I assisted people to set up their own Roseshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07469442580348062913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6439395776125192671.post-51952988083959122372009-10-14T23:44:18.200-05:002009-10-14T23:44:18.200-05:00A very honest assessment of your strengths and wea...A very honest assessment of your strengths and weaknesses. Do you know how rare such self insight is?andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16364011769128646998noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6439395776125192671.post-78959867086024729812009-10-14T21:36:36.131-05:002009-10-14T21:36:36.131-05:00You are a strong, intelligent, determined woman, a...You are a strong, intelligent, determined woman, and I believe that you can do anything you put your mind to.dmmgmfmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09872482306885344135noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6439395776125192671.post-57477927688293064222009-10-14T19:17:43.772-05:002009-10-14T19:17:43.772-05:00I think I know how you feel. The new band is like ...I think I know how you feel. The new band is like that for me, it is MY band, I am in charge, make all the decisions, talk to the venue owners, make the deals, pick the setlist! PHEW! In the other band all I have to do is sing and entertain, other people do all the rest. But I'm getting there, and each little challenge makes me that bit more confident. And YOU will be the same.<br /><br />Nowmapstewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07159592046833798019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6439395776125192671.post-28214610645805791442009-10-14T08:45:24.050-05:002009-10-14T08:45:24.050-05:00Ponita - I DID IT - crossed that bridge both ways!...Ponita - <b>I DID IT</b> - crossed that bridge both ways!!<br />Now please inspire yourself like you inspired wimpy little me.KAZhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06621294189351906599noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6439395776125192671.post-81081860839565214972009-10-14T00:05:12.040-05:002009-10-14T00:05:12.040-05:00Mago, that's what I am learning to do.... talk...Mago, that's what I am learning to do.... talk money... but not mine - clients' money. A new world for me with lots to learn. You didn't miss the point. And you are very right. People <i>do</i> buy people. :-)<br /><br />Thanks, Eros. I have to learn to have faith in my own abilities. It's just a new thing for me, having my own business. It's baby steps right now... one day Ponita in Real Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06886875733169389887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6439395776125192671.post-83119965214884124622009-10-13T23:20:52.536-05:002009-10-13T23:20:52.536-05:00I have faith in you. It's the unknown, but yo...I have faith in you. It's the unknown, but you've got it in you to meet this challenge, to seize the opportunity and make the most of it. The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step. You can do it! Yes you can!eroswingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06678990077292314028noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6439395776125192671.post-64916063807781077972009-10-13T16:53:35.425-05:002009-10-13T16:53:35.425-05:00I am not quite sure whether I understand you right...I am not quite sure whether I understand you right. I still do not know what your business is - the new one, I know you work as a nurse; there once was a link, but I did not follow it.<br />Let me say something about my business, or better being a businessman: I am none. I learned that over the years. I am unable to sell my work, to talk to people for getting a contract, advertizing what I can, Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6439395776125192671.post-65883927941113864052009-10-13T14:34:01.985-05:002009-10-13T14:34:01.985-05:00Thanks, U, and I think that her advice is good. I ...Thanks, U, and I think that her advice is good. I *do* need to practice more. Years ago, one of my riding instructors said, "Practice doesn't make perfect; <i>perfect</i> practice makes perfect." I need to heed those words now more than ever.<br /><br />Oh no, Jimmy... the man situation is not leading to me feeling insecure at all! It is strictly from a business standpoint, of me Ponita in Real Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06886875733169389887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6439395776125192671.post-39747122457994956402009-10-13T14:25:28.890-05:002009-10-13T14:25:28.890-05:00I don't see it. I cannae see anything in you t...I don't see it. I cannae see anything in you that does not exude confidence. You just haven't found the right man yet! How is it that if Map, U, and masel walked up to you in a bar, we would all be talking ten to the dozen without you once feeling chicken?<br /><br />I'd like to put my boot firmly in the arse of this fella who has left you feeling so insecure. Doll... you're Barlinniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07555629852012324360noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6439395776125192671.post-66432631117985545342009-10-13T14:18:33.136-05:002009-10-13T14:18:33.136-05:00Hi Ponita,
I think with anything new, there comes...Hi Ponita,<br /><br />I think with anything new, there comes some level of uncertainty but as you gain confidence you find those fears diminishing.<br /><br />I think Kaz has a good point, practice with someone or even in front of a mirror. Everything we do is perfected in our practice.<br /><br /><a href="http://underovr.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">U</a>underOvr (aka The U)https://www.blogger.com/profile/09241293702725984736noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6439395776125192671.post-9741728311718489872009-10-13T12:48:27.232-05:002009-10-13T12:48:27.232-05:00Yeah, I know. Kaz, I am amazed too. I just don'...Yeah, I know. Kaz, I am amazed too. I just don't understand me! I get all determined, get out there and then falter. What's up with <i>that?</i><br /><br />XL, I have done that very thing... with real horses... and even though nervous as hell and scared of getting chucked off again, I did it.<br /><br />Guess I need to think of this business as horse related.Ponita in Real Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06886875733169389887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6439395776125192671.post-86954496503225056542009-10-13T12:23:50.791-05:002009-10-13T12:23:50.791-05:00Maybe that old saying about getting back on after ...Maybe that old saying about getting back on after being thrown from a horse applies! :)<br /><br />Anyway. Social skills and bravery, you haz them.LẌhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06337382169476392640noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6439395776125192671.post-66734055847964726372009-10-13T12:17:48.411-05:002009-10-13T12:17:48.411-05:00I'm amazed at this.
That pep talk in my commen...I'm amazed at this.<br />That pep talk in my comments box has inspired me to get out there and face my fears.<br />I may even get around to frogs soon.<br />All I suggest is that you practise in front of a friend - or even your horse.<br /><br />Learn it all - even the ad libs...then learn to make them sound natural.<br /><br /><b>I know, I know - aren't we complicated??</b>KAZhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06621294189351906599noreply@blogger.com