The ropes course

    The ropes course was an incredible experience to me. I really enjoyed, but it was more than a funny afternoon. As well that activity represented a great benefit to me as an individual. I learnt that I can trust in others and not just in myself. Trustfulness is essencial in all kind of relationships. Furthermore, I realized that sometimes good leaders should remain quite and hear other's opinions. 

 

     As a class it was really useful too. The ropes course was a perfect reason to get to know each other a little bit better. In addition, that activity motivates us to work as a team and to achieve a common goal. We did our best to complete every task and looked for alternative solutions. 

     Compared with chapter 4, this kind of activity is closely associated with inventiveness and can-do spirit. The whole group was very optimistic; for us every problem had a solution. However, there is an important American value that differs with this activity. We could not be self-reliant; instead we had to work as a team and trust each other. Every individual had a significant role.

 My friend Asya is a good example of the can-do spirit.

     I am not sure if there is something similar to this course in Costa Rica.  I think probably it is more related with the American culture and the can-do spirit that most Americans have.  I believe the ropes courses are a very powerful way to show leadership skills and work as a team.