Reflecting on my journey in the project “The Change I Want to See,” I realized that I struggled in the initial stages of the project. Specifically, I think I have trouble identifying the definition of “comfort zone” in my project, my stakeholders and explaining the importance of stepping out of one’s comfort zone, as well as understanding the connection between comfort zones and “change the career path”（then job insecurity), These issues made it challenging to define the scope of the project and understand its relevance to my target audiences.
However, through my participation in the last tutorial session and the Dragon Den, as well as conversations with people from diverse backgrounds, I gained important insights that helped me move forward. First, I realized that conducting research to understand the problem is crucial before attempting to solve it. This helped me gain a deeper understanding of the issues and identify the specific stakeholders I needed to target in the subsequent work.
Secondly, I learned that narrowing down the topic and stakeholders could make the project more achievable and meaningful. By focusing on a specific issue and a specific group of people, I could make a more significant impact and create a more targeted intervention.
Thirdly, I realized the importance of engaging in conversations with others to gain new perspectives and ideas that may not be found in books and journals. While theoretical knowledge is valuable, it is essential to talk to people and gain insights from them.
Finally, I also learnt that creativity can take many forms and it not only refers to creating or designing some objects. Building up a community can be a powerful way to bring about intervention and change. Creating a community around a specific issue can help raise awareness and generate support for a cause.
In conclusion, the journey in the project “The Change I Want to See” taught me valuable lessons that will undoubtedly help me in my future endeavors. I learned the importance of conducting research, narrowing down the topic, engaging in conversations with others, and thinking creatively. These lessons have enabled me to make significant progress towards achieving my goals, and I hope to continue building on them as I move forward with the project.
As I continue with the project, my focus will be on building a coffee community for 35-45-year-old women experiencing midlife crisis due to job insecurity and self-consciousness. Through this community, I aim to create a supportive space where women can come together, share their experiences, and self-identify with others facing similar challenges.
Job insecurity and self-consciousness can be significant factors contributing to midlife crisis for these women. Therefore, the community will provide a platform for women to explore potential solutions and take action to improve their circumstances. By bringing women together and facilitating dialogue and collaboration, I hope to empower them to take control of their situations and pursue the opportunities that are available to them.
Through this project, I aspire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of these women by providing them with a safe and supportive space to connect with others, share their experiences, and find solutions to their challenges. My hope is that this community will not only raise awareness about the issues of midlife crisis, job insecurity, and self-consciousness but also inspire others to take action towards positive change in their own communities.
