My supports include my family, especially my mom and sister,
my boyfriend, my coworkers, and my boss. These people provide an abundance of professional
motivation, knowledge of resources, and emotional comfort to help me get
through every day and look to the future. Other supports in my life are my
career (which supports my finances and passion for children), my education, my
experiences, and my values/morals. Without my people, I would not be as strong and
motivated to keep going through the tough times. Without my education, I would
not be successful in my career because I would not have the knowledge necessary
to work effectively with the families. Without experience, I would have nothing
to draw from to give personal touches in my interactions. Without values and
morals, I can’t imagine where I would be because this is what makes me who I
am.
The challenge I chose to imagine is that I must relocate to
another state. My supports in themselves would be challenged as my
relationships with each of my people would be severely strained because I am
dearly close to my mom, sister, and boyfriend as well as the change in
relationship from professional to friendship between myself and my boss and
coworkers. My career would be challenged as I would be forced to make a switch
in job/company. My education and experiences however, would still support my
career as they are the background to my professional success. My values and
morals would also carry on to support me as I face challenges of renewing
myself in a foreign city and state. While my relationships would change with
each person in my life, I am confident that they would still provide me
emotional support as well as motivation in a new city.
Without my supports, I would not be as successful as I am in
my life and would struggle in my everyday challenges and long-term goals. My
supports are the foundation to my being.
Hello Terri,
ReplyDeleteThank you for your post. A change in state would be a very difficult challenge for all of us; however, change can be good. I agree with you that the people in your life are your biggest supports. It sounds like you have a great support system especially at your place of employment. I feel that to be an effective employee we must be able to collaborate with and count on our coworkers.
Hi Terri,
ReplyDeleteWe are blessed to be surrounded by such supportive family and friends. It was nice to reflect on these supports and to count our blessings. Relocation can be difficult depending on the situation. Hopefully, you wouldn't have to face that challenge. Undoubtedly,your family and friends would continue to offer you their support should that happen.
Hello Terri,
ReplyDeleteSocial support systems are an important part of our lives. Families play a vital role in the social support system. Indeed, social support provides us with a sense of being loved and cared for. It allows us to receive and give to others reassurance, affirmation, and assistance, especially during difficult times. It is important that we realize the value of having family there to help support us, and instill positive values and attitudes. Having a strong social support system is vital to maintaining our mental health.