Your Emotions, Your Strength

#Introduction
The Toastmasters meeting was centered around the theme “𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙀𝙢𝙤𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨. 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙩𝙝.” After meeting manager Tiffany gave us an opening remark, the meeting was called to order by the Toastmaster of the evening Sandy, who welcomed all attendees and introduced the theme for the session.

#PreparedSpeech
“𝘽𝙖𝙙 𝙬𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧, 𝙗𝙖𝙙 𝙚𝙢𝙤𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨.” Tina told us about her experience of delivery delays due to the No. 10 typhoon signal. She shared her unique way of soothing and made us laugh. Her speech was evaluated by Grace.

#TableTopics
After the prepared speeches, the Table Topics Master Miracle took the stage. This session revolved around “𝙀𝙢𝙤𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨”. Participants were given impromptu questions related to various emotions, such as fear, joy, anger, and love. Each speaker had two minutes to deliver their response, showcasing their ability to think on their feet and express their thoughts clearly.

#Workshop
Our member Andy shared a workshop titled “𝘾𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙣 𝙊𝙥𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙘 𝙈𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙨𝙚𝙩”, emphasizing the importance of understanding our emotions without judgment, viewing them as messengers. Integrating photo-therapy, Andy introduced a structured 5-step approach inspired by Martin Seligman, the “father of positive psychology”.

Participants were encouraged to introspect and discuss challenges in their personal and professional lives. They delved into the emotions stirred by these challenges, employing an emotional wheel for vocabulary. The process also involved assessing the duration and potential impact of each challenge. This workshop fostered self-awareness and optimism among attendees.

#Thanksforsupport
Thanks to all facilitators
MM Tiffany
TME Sandy
Guest Introduction Yan
General Evaluator Alex & Vincent
Table Topic Master Miracle
Hark Master Lyfee
Timer Matrix.

Write-up: Balu Cheng